Perennial

In the spirit of repairs, we've got several great home repair tools available in the shop for those who need to take the work home with them! Check out these goodies from the basement - shop open til 5p.

Tomorrow is our annual Repair Fair - we invite you to come roam about the fair’s various Repair Stations to learn about + participate in different repairs! The fair will open alongside the retail shop at 11a and will run until 2p. Volunteers will offer onsite repairs (30 mins or less) and advice in the following categories: bike, computer (hardware + software), darning + mending, electronic + small appliance, stuffed toy (limited hours), jewelry, leather goods, plant, sewing + alterations, and wooden items.

Find more info about the event + let us know what you need repaired at https://perennialstl.org/event/repair-fair-2/

Our annual Repair Fair is this Saturday, June 13, from 11a-2p in the reuse studio + wood shop. Handy friends of Perennial will have the following stations set up for on-site advice + repair: bike, computer (hardware + software), darning + mending, electronic + small appliance, stuffed toy (limited hours), jewelry, leather goods, plant, sewing + alterations, and wooden items. RSVP + let us know what you need repaired at https://perennialstl.org/event/repair-fair-2/

How does it work? RVSP (encouraged but not required) and let us know what item you need repaired. On Saturday, bring your item to the appropriate station for in person advice, guidance, or quick repair. The shop will be open for anyone who needs to purchase repair or replacement supplies! Some stations may request payment, others may offer free repair. Find the full event details at the link above.

We have ONE spot open for each of our classes this upcoming week - composting, weaving, sewing, soap making, power tools, and mending! Which new skills will you learn? Grab the last spot at https://perennialstl.org/events/category/classes/

**Due to weather, the Perennial Picnic will be held at Perennial (not Tower Grove Park as originally planned).** You can still count on crafts, games, and good company from 4p-7p tomorrow. This is a free and family-friendly drop-in event. If you feel inclined to RSVP or make a donation to support our transition, you can do so at https://perennialstl.org/event/perennial-picnic-welcome-farewell/

We look forward to see you there!

🔍 ISO: reclaimed or leftover hardwood in good, usable condition! 🔎

We're low on supplies for our upcoming Custom Cutting Board class on June 23, so we're asking for hardwood donations before then - we need unpainted/unstained hardwood that is at least 3/4" thick, 2" Wide, 14" long. Anything near that size or larger, we'll take!

Species we use most for cutting boards:
🪵 Walnut
🪵 Maple
🪵 Teak
🪵 Ash
🪵 Cherry
🪵 White Oak

We don't have much use for red oak, but will happily take the above or any other hardwoods. Give us a call at (314) 832-2288 or stop by the shop if you've got wood for us!

⭐ SPECIAL SHOP HOURS THIS FRIDAY: 11a-3p ⭐

We're closing the shop a little early this Friday to get ready for a special community event, Perennial Picnic: Welcome + Farewell. We invite everyone to join us at the Old Carriage Shelter in Tower Grove Park (4214 Main Drive) between 4-7p for a free, fun, family-friendly event where we welcome Allison to the crew + wish Katie well in future adventures.

Learn more + RSVP at https://perennialstl.org/event/perennial-picnic-welcome-farewell/

Our theme for June is 🛠 REPAIR 🪡 - take one of our many classes that offer DIY repair skills + come join us at the Repair Fair on June 13! What are you aiming to fix this summer?

Grab your Repair Fair ticket at 🔗 https://perennialstl.org/event/repair-fair-2/

We have a small number of spots open for a few classes this week - come learn with us: https://perennialstl.org/events/category/classes

SAT - Dyeing with Indigo: learn Shibori dyeing, kumo and itajime resist techniques.
SAT - Springtime Dried Floral Wreath: learn floral wreath design, how to dry and store flowers + foliage.
TUES - Simple Sewing: Neck Scarf: learn how to use a diy pattern, invisible ladder stitch, sewing a curve.
WED - Copper Rings + Bracelets: learn wire-stripping, wire-shaping techniques, jewelry sizing.

BYOB (bring your own blanket) + pack some snacks for ✨ Perennial Picnic: Welcome Allison + Farewell Katie ✨ on Friday, June 5th, from 4p-7p at the Old Carriage Shelter in Tower Grove Park. This free and family-friendly drop-in event includes a few crafts, lawn games, and sweet treats. Stop by to meet Allison, connect, share stories, and help us thank Katie for her leadership!

More details to come... grab your ticket to reserve your spot at https://perennialstl.org/event/perennial-picnic-welcome-farewell/