Firstly we would like to thank everyone who has participated in our very first online Friendship Frolic. It has certainly kept both Lenora and I....and the Post Office!.....very busy over the last couple of days. Don't worry if you forgot to place an order.......it continues through until 4pm on Sunday 26th July, so there is still plenty of time to pop on to our websites and have a browse around.
I have spent today clearing out the classroom, folding up the tables, moving stock around and setting up a special display. I have tried to spread things out, which I am hoping will help with social distancing. I have a few specials on offer though the Frolic, including:
Discounts on my Wide Backs.....most range between $12 to $20 per metre. They are listed online HERE.
I have been packing up all of my End of Bolts and believe me when I say that I have heaps. My End of Bolt packs are always discount at 20% off, but during the Frolic it's double discount on them, so I will take an extra 20% off at the register. (I'm sorry but these are not available online)
My Clearance fabrics will be reduced to just $5 per metre (minimum cut is 1m). This fabric is ideal for face masks so if you are making them for friends and family, please check them out.
Buy 4 Fat Quarters and get a fifth one free (excludes bundles).
We are sad that our local community has now been impacted by the Covid 19 virus, with many positive cases recorded in Colac. With this in mind, it is even more important that we follow the guidelines that we have set out for visitors during the Frolic. These procedures include:
*Using the hand sanitiser provided. We ask that you use it prior to entering and exiting the shops.
*Social distancing is to be adhered to at all times. Once the maximum capacity of 9 people in the shop is reached, you will be instructed to wait outside until someone leaves. I will have a sign on the door instructing whether it is okay to enter or not.
*If you are unwell, please stay at home. This is not negotiable. You can still participate by shopping online.....remember it's available until Sunday 26th.
*We strongly encourage you to wear a mask in store.
*When you have finished making your purchases, please leave the shops and wait for your friends outside in the car.
*Any accompanying non-Frolickers (husbands, children etc) are requested not to enter the shops.
Don’t forget, all you need to do to claim your special 2020 Frolickers gift is to spend a minimum of $20 at each shop.
We trust you all understand and accept the reasons for the steps we have taken, so we can bring our 5th Friendship Frolic to you. It is so very important that we protect our community, our loved ones and our livelihoods during these difficult times. As the situation can change daily, please keep up to date with what is happening by following along on our Elm Grove Patchwork, Gum Valley Patchwork and The Friendship Frolic pages on Facebook.
Whether participating online or instore, all qualifying Frolickers will be entered in to our major prize draw. First prize is 2 nights accommodation for 2 people at Sunnyside Cottage in Apollo Bay, and second prize is a $150 machine quilting voucher from Barb at Devine Quilting. These will be drawn on Monday 27th July.
Well I'm off to make up some facemasks for me to wear......I wonder what fabric I will use?
Linda :)