It’s been a month since our last post. A month that seems such a long time ago now, even as the news and circumstances seem to speed up more each day.
We are now taking turns coming in to the office, checking phone messages and emails, in line with the latest Wisconsin guidelines.
Our first class of the season is set to begin on June 1. At this point, we plan to continue with the schedule as it stands. Of course, if there are any changes, we will let you know right away and as always, if Sievers were to cancel a class, students receive a full refund of all fees paid.
We’ve been receiving new things for the shop including yarns, books and beautiful handmade items by our students and teachers. The shop generally opens on a daily basis starting the third week of May. We will update you if our opening date is delayed.
Last week, two of the old windows in the shop, facing the Sophie Studio, were replaced with new ones, allowing for fresh breezes or if need be, air conditioning.
Those fresh breezes are already in place, chilled by the ice still remaining around Washington Island. These views, taken the same morning, almost around the corner from each other, probably look quite different today as the ice continues to move and change. One sign of a new season coming our way.
Sandhill cranes, Robins and Red-Winged Blackbirds have returned. We’re waiting for your return, too! As Ann says at class farewells, “…we want you to stay healthy and be safe…”. A round of hugs goes out to you today from each of us! Ann, Cindra and Carolyn
Hugs to all of you. Can’t wait for some island time-when the time is right. Looking forward to seeing (and buying) new supplies. Stay safe and wash those hands!
Thanks, Wendy! Take care and we’ll see you soon (we hope)! Take care.
All of you at Sievers be safe and healthy as well. FYI Jill Jorgensen was my very first Sievers teacher in 1988. A great friend.
The same to you and your entire family! You’re all in lock-down mode, too, I’m sure. My one quilting attempt was also in a Sievers class taught by Jill. I made a table runner incorporating some Carol Gresko fabric that I still have today. Take care and hugs to you!
So glad to get your update. I worry for your small community and hope that you are all safe and sound. I do see posts indicating that you have precautions in place and I hope that can offer the protection you all need. It has been over a week since I have left the house, just going outside for short walks with the dog, and try to play it safe by washing hands whenever I touch anything, including mail. Just wish more people would do the same thing.
I just wanted to let you know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
We’re thinking of you, too, Linda. We are pretty much in the same situation as you are, but since the Island is smaller in scale, the extra quiet doesn’t seem too much of a difference, especially this time of year. Take care and hugs from all of us.
So good to see and hear from one of my favorite places. Happy you are all well . Yesterday our Flamingo social secretary posted our first event and have signed up for our perch and cherry pie! The early Spring flowers are blooming in N Illinois and the robins were up early. Spring is here and this will pass. Stay well!
Thanks, Mary. Glad to hear you’re all thinking ahead, as are we! Enjoy the extra sunshine and flowers peeking out. Take care and hugs from all of us.
Carolyn,
Thanks for this. So glad to see the shop and buildings are getting ready. Sydney and I still look forward to some time on the Island this summer. Stay well.
Affectionately
Linda Clum
Thanks, Linda! We’re moving forward as we can and thinking of sunny days and all of your smiling faces! Take care!