While in Boston, I found a yarn and fabric shop that I wanted to visit in Cambridge. Walking there wasn't really a possibility. A taxi ride would run me about $25 each way. It was time to learn to take public transportation.
I know I am crazy, but fear of public transportation nearly paralyzes me. My fear is not totally unbased. Did you ever see the episode of the 1960's show Family Affair where Buffy and Jodie are lost on a bus in Spain? This must have made an impact on me in my early years because I remember that episode, however I don't recall what I ate for breakfast this morning. I grew up in a small town... the population less than 300 when I left for college in 1980. Obviously, my only experience with public transportation was a carpool or school bus. Enough excuses, we can just go with "I am crazy".
Back in Boston, I conquered some fear by taking the Silverline {bus}, to the Redline {subway or "T"} to Central Square Station in Cambridge. I then walked ten minutes to Gather Here at 370 Broadway.
What a delightful shop! Inside I met the owner, Virginia. She is young, enthusiastic, and... from Iowa! Her personality was in every bit of the store.
There is a comfy spot to sit and knit...
Plenty of yarn to fall in love with...
Look at these cute, decorative chairs...
And there is fabric...
And more fabric...
And vintage buttons in this repurpased card catalogue... sew clever!
And thread. Check our her cute hand-stamped tags on everything.
And inspiration abounds....
I loved the cutting table decorated with vintage yard sticks.
And here is something you don't see at every shop...sewing creative space! Bunches of Berninas to use!
Now doesn't that just make you want to ....
2 comments:
You made me want to take a road trip just so I could curl up on the little sofa!! I too remember the infamous Buffy and Jody lost in Spain.. and,,,, I HAD a Mrs. Beazly doll!!!
Your bravery was rewarded! What an inspiring, creative, fun shop.
kim
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