Karen Crittenden, of Pavilion, has opened a new arts and crafts store in Downtown Batavia. It is called "Karen's Yarn Paper Scissors" and is located at 39 Jackson St., a few doors down from the recently opened "Sweet Pea's Cupcakery Café."
Store hours are 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
A grand opening with door prizes will be held on Tuesday.
Crittenden said this store features yarn and paper products that are not available at other stores, in addition to having an atmosphere of personal service.
"I will talk with you to find out what you like," she said. "And if I don't have it, I'll order it."
If customers are not sure of how to use certain items, she is happy to help them out. And it doesn't matter if someone bought the items at "Karen's Yarn Paper Scissors" or at another store. Crittenden is happy to help anyone who asks.
"It's all part of service with a smile," she said.
In fact, in response to customer comments, Crittenden is offering classes at the store next month, including beginner's crocheting and beginner's scrapbooking. She also plans to offer a craft group.
People can provide their email addresses to receive a message at the beginning of each month informing them of upcoming events and offerings at "Karen's Yarn Paper Scissors."
"I won't bombard people," Crittenden said. "The only other time I would email them is if something changes (in the monthly schedule, etc)."
For more information, call the store at 219-4480 or email karensyarnpaperscissors@gmail.com.
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