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Originally Posted28/10/2015 WINTER AT DOLLY’S Where is the time going? It’s that time of year again, and we are working hard on our “Hand Made Christmas” Decorations, Gifts, Heirloom Advent Calendars and even your Party frock can be made at Dolly’s. This week we have 2 new Garment Making classes starting. 5th November 6-9pm & […]

Originally posted 21/10/2015 On Friday I really did feel like a kid on Christmas Eve. We had prepared for weeks, got the event in the Warrington Guardian (not an easy task) even Graffitied the streets of Warrington ( ok it was coloured hairspray and has now now washed off) Saturday we were in the party […]

Originally posted 2/10//2015 We are really proud to be part of Sew Saturday. It is a national day running across the country in various sewing establishments. The whole day is to promote sewing ( how could we not be involved) and encourage people to get involved in sewing. I don’t need to preach to the […]

Originally posted 7/10/2015 So first things first, I’m sure you all remember our super sewer Laura! Well, Sunday saw Laura’s 10th Birthday ( after a mini heart attack from me and her mum, we won’t dwell though) and of course she needed a sewing party. Laura party was our first sewing party, she brought 5 […]

Originally posted 1/10/2015 I love Autumn, what’s not to love, layering up, crochet blankets that keep you warm as they get bigger, log fires, hats and gloves and not having to shave your legs 😉 I actually really like change, a fresh start, and a clean slate. Since our move in June, we have struggled […]

Originally Posted 16/9/2015 Now the children are back at school Dolly’s has become busier, a few new faces coming through the door, lovely old friends and a buzz about new classes again. We’ve had a little change around in the shop and made room for our vintage fabric closet. Beautiful bark cloth with amazing retro […]

originally posted 2/9/2015   The summer holidays have been tough, we’ve had less people through the door due to people going away and the kids being off school. I’ve really felt it, both in the till and with the lack of new faces to get to know. With crowdfunding on my mind, I took to […]

originally posted 16/8/2015

Originally posted on  20/8/2015   september october

Originally posted 5/8/2015 Ever wanted to make clothes that actually FIT YOU? Now is your chance. Our most popular class i for the first time being held on Saturday’s. Starting on Saturday 8th August we have places on our 6 week course. 11-2pm Do shop clothes not fit properly? Do you want a vintage look, […]

Originally posted 31/7/15   After a lovely and eventful week off (well 5 days because I couldn’t stop myself from working) I feel refreshed and organised. All the accounts are up to dste, and plans for out “Home made Christmas” are underway. Sorry to mention the “c” word, but if we’re going to make a […]

Originally Posted 29/7/2015   We have another great Groupon offer running Fancy learning to crochet, by Warrington’s own fibre artist? Now is your chance…… We have a great deal running, a 3 hour crochet class for £24. over 40% discount on the usual price You will be taught by Warrington’s own fibre artist Itchy Crochet, […]