Christmas Cross Stitch at Shepherd’s Bush in Ogden
In a renovated blacksmith shop in the old part of downtown Ogden, Utah, is Shepherd’s Bush. Shepherd’s Bush is an exceptional store for the cross stitch and needlework enthusiast. It is tucked away among other little shops, but the smart navy blue awnings on the front of the store make you take notice, and the original works displayed in the windows make you want to go inside and see what else they have to offer. Once inside, the entryway is an artful display of beautifully finished cross-stitch works. The wide open door invites you in, and the refinished hardwood floors slope in just that direction. The atmosphere inside the store brings to mind sunny days in the English countryside. Since the store was named for an area of London, it seems only apropos. Antique furniture with open drawers spill out fabulous linens. Quaint chairs hold festive Christmas stockings and Halloween greetings side by side. Samplers of every kind adorn the walls, vying for space with little quilts and delightfully framed works. If anyone on your Christmas list likes to cross-stitch, this is the place to go.
Two sisters opened shepherd’s Bush in 1984. Tina Richards Herman and Teri Richards, can be found in the store most days, waiting on customers, answering questions and discussing all the latest in needlework. They design their own projects and sell them at the store. These designs can be purchased in kit form with everything included, or you can simply buy the leaflet and purchase the materials for the project at another time. They also design monthly projects that feature a theme for each month. These are a great way to learn new techniques and create projects for your home that change with the month and the seasons. Both owners are happy to talk needle art with their loyal customers and meet new ones, as well. If you have a question about something, they will find the answer for you. Shepherd’s Bush is famous for their original designs among avid needle art fans. Other famous cross stitch designs can be found here as well. Lizzie Kate and Prairie Schooner kits and leaflets are available for purchase.
Shepherd’s Bush also sells all the small embellishments that are popular with needle workers these days. The store is stocked with beads, ribbon, buttons and lovely little charms for enhancing your work. They also offer kits for holiday projects of every kind, from Halloween to Christmas to the Fourth of July. They love to celebrate the holidays in needlework form. There are also fun and easy kits for kids to teach them the basics of cross-stitch.
On the last Tuesday of every month, they hold what are called Shepherd’s nights. These evenings are a time for customers and friends to get together to talk, have a snack and sometimes do a little fun project.
Shepherd’s Bush is located at 220 24th Street in Ogden, Utah, 84401.
Their phone number is (801) 399-4546.
They are closed on Sundays.
Their website is: www.shepherdsbush.net
