Welcome to Our Global Attic Family + Market Recap & Black Friday Preview

---

✨ Welcome to Our Global Attic Family

This week, my heart is full. Thanks to Crochetpreneur’s Crochet Lover's Vault, the Attic has officially gone global! 🌎💜

It’s incredible knowing that makers from all around the world — Australia, Canada, the UK, across the US, and beyond — have joined this cozy crochet family. Whether you're stitching on the couch, crafting in your studio, or sneaking in a few rows during your busy day, you’re part of this growing, creative, heartfelt community we call the Global Attic Family. 🧶✨

---

🎄 Metro-North Craft & Christmas Market Recap

We had such a wonderful day at the Metro-North Church Craft & Christmas Market!

The weather was perfect — sunny, crisp, and festive — and the customers were so friendly. People stopped by to admire the plushies, chat about their own crochet memories, and take home gifts that will be loved for years to come.

In my thank-you note to Metro-North, I said it best:

“Thank you for hosting such a welcoming event. Your team created a joyful atmosphere where makers and shoppers felt right at home!”

The day was filled with laughter, encouragement, and connection — a beautiful reminder of why I love being part of this handmade community. 💜

---

💜 Customer Love

Every so often, a message comes through that fills my heart to the brim. This week, one of my customers shared:

“She loves it to death! She says it’s one of the best presents ever.”

Moments like this remind me why handmade matters so much. Thank you for making Nana’s Attic a part of your stories and celebrations. 🧶💕

---

🎁 Black Friday Prep in Full Swing

The Attic has been buzzing like Santa’s workshop!

I’ve been:

• Photographing plushies

• Writing listings

• Creating special holiday bundles

• Finalizing digital printables

For the first peek at the Black Friday lineup (plushies, limited editions, and surprises)… be sure you're following:

👉 Facebook
👉 Instagram
👉 Pinterest

I’ll be sharing previews, countdowns, and behind-the-scenes looks leading up to the big weekend. 🎀

---

🧵 Maker’s Corner

🎁 New Digital Downloads

All created in Canva so you can personalize and print instantly:

• Thank-You Tag Template — Add your shop name or logo.

• Adoption Certificate for Makers — Perfect for plushies and dolls.

• Holiday Thank-You Cards — Limited edition festive designs.

👉 Visit my Etsy shop to see all three printables →

---

✨ Maker Tip

If you’re creating plushies for little ones — or simply want an extra-soft handmade look — try switching to embroidered eyes instead of plastic safety eyes.

They’re:

• Fully baby-safe

• Soft and cuddly

• Machine-washable

• Adorable and expressive

A simple satin stitch or two tiny French knots can add so much personality to your plush friends. 🧵💜

---

💬 From the Attic

Every new subscriber, every returning customer, and every friendly face at a craft show reminds me of the true meaning of handmade art.

Whether you joined last year or last week, thank you for being part of this magical, creative corner of the world. 💜

Blessings from the Attic,
Nana Dawn

---

💸 Helpful Resources from Nana’s Attic (Affiliate Links)

🧵 My Favorite Plushie Yarn

👉 Premier Parfait Chunky (ultra-soft chenille) — affiliate link

✨ Hook Set I Use Every Day

👉 Bright-handled ergonomic hooks — affiliate link

🎁 Maker Printables (Instant Downloads)

👉 Thank-You Tags
👉 Adoption Certificates
👉 Holiday Thank-You Cards