From times of joy and happiness to periods of grief and sorrow, a personal touch or action can mean so much to the recipient. Putting pen to paper allows for expression in a way that an email or text often cannot. A card, especially a handmade card, can convey a caring feeling in a way that technology might not be able to.
If you have the aspiration to share your true feelings with someone, a visit to Katee’s Hobby Shop in Nappanee can help you express your thoughts and emotions by helping you to create a card or keepsake with that personal touch.
A short drive through rolling farms and lush fields brings you to Katee’s Hobby Shop, nestled among rows and rows of golden corn. Upon entering, one is greeted by proprietor Katie Hochstetler, along with a warm smile and inviting disposition. In her shop, one can expect to find everything that you would need to create a card with a personal touch, as well as materials to produce a collection of mementos and reminders, commonly known as a scrapbook. In addition to the supplies one would need to convey their own individual expressions, Hochstetler’s knowledge, experience and suggestions are readily shared.
The shop opened in September of 2019, but Hochstetler has been making cards for 20 years. With such a vast amount of experience behind her, one can rest assured that her knowledge and guidance will steer you in the right direction when creating your own personal greeting card. Turning her hobby into a business is something that she wanted to do, but didn’t need to do. “My hobby-turned-business allows me to be at home while also providing a bit of income,” she says.
Hochstetler’s shop can provide you with the supplies you need, whether you are a novice or experienced. Paper Rose and Gina Marie are just some of the popular brands available.
The shop offers a wide assortment of quality paper in a variety of colors. Also available is a large selection of rubber stamps, consisting of images and popular phrases, to assist in the personalization of your card. “If one uses a little effort in the care of their rubber stamps, they can last indefinitely,” says Hochstetler. Inks and dyes, as well as stencils and other crafting materials, can be procured from Katee’s Hobby Shop to create a card as individual as you are. Personally selecting a color, or a phrase or image that touches your loved one exclusively, says and means so much.
Scrapbooking has seen a resurgence as of late, and is another way to show one’s individualism. Ticket stubs, locks of hair, photos and other personal items can bring alive reminders and recollections from past times. Paper, glue, dies, brushes and individual embellishments can help you create that one-of-a-kind memento for yourself or special someone. Your personal collection of remembrances, or the souvenirs or keepsakes of someone else, can all be brought together into a cherished book of memories that allows one to go back in time and reminisce. In addition to having everything you need to create such an anthology of uniqueness, Hochstetler’s suggestions and guidance are always available to assist you.
In addition to having everything you need to design a card, the shop offers classes that will help you to get started and guide you in the process. Hochstetler provides instruction on the use of specific products, as well as the best way to tie everything together.
When the need or desire arises for expression in the form of a simple card, a trip to Katee’s Hobby Shop has everything you need, and the knowledge to guide you.
The shop is located at 7916 800 West in Nappanee, and can be reached at 574-354-4274. Go to kateeshobbyshop.com to learn more.
