The 35W bridge collapse has affected us all, personally and as a community. Although most of us can’t do much to build the bridge back up, we can do something to support the families of those injured or lost.

In response to this tragedy, some local crafting friends and I (thanks in large part to Crafty Planet for their coordination efforts) have combined efforts toward —

A Stitch In Time Saves Craft Sale

Grumpy’s Downtown
1111 Washington Ave S.
September 6, 2007
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Come join us — check out some local artists stuff, support bridge victims, and grab a beer while you are at it.

PS — are you thinking, “Gosh, Sarah, how can I contribute?” Read past the jump.

(1) Are you a crafter or an artist? Do you know someone who is? Craft like crazy (make them craft like crazy) and drop off/send your donations to:

Crafty Planet
2318 Lowry Avenue NE Minneapolis, MN 55418

Please have your name/website/contact information along with pricing on your item(s). Donations should be received at Crafty Planet no later than September 1, 2007. (If you’re not sure you’ll make that deadline, please just give us a heads-up to know something’s coming!)

(2) Are you a retailer, gallery, group leader, or part of a crafty community? Please put this notification in your next newsletter, blog, post on your website, or send a special email to your contact list. Spread the word! Also, please consider donating to the show. (Talk to your tax person - you may be able to write it off!)

(3) SHOP, SHOP, SHOP!!! Please join us at Grumpy’s Downtown on September 6. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. for crafty shopping goodness! All proceeds and donations will go to the Minnesota Helps - Bridge Disaster Fund.

Questions? More details? Just want to chat? Drop us a line at: AStitchInTimeSaves at gmail dot com.

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