Feature Story: Homespun Treasures

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By Dave Mast

WALNUT CREEK - Homey, down-to-earth, comfortable fashion and decor, beauty, style and grace.These are just a few of the phrases which describe Homespun Treasures.

If you're looking for primitives, Homespun Treasures is a must stop for you. Products include pictures, furniture, custom florals, dishware, lighting, fabrics, candles, and so much more.

While Homespun Treasures seeks to supply customers with unique, exciting and new products, one of the reasons customers continue to return time after time is because they know that they can find items which can create centerpiece for their homes, or can accessorize perfectly with their existing design. The products they find at Homespun Treasures fit in with just about anything.

"The things you find at Homespun are down-to-earth, everyday items that aren't only beautiful, but are are practical and go with about anything," said customer Ann Mast, who since her first time in the store has made shopping at Homespun the first stop on her list for home decorations and gift ideas.

"I look for pieces that aren't way out there," said Mast. "Things that are plain, simple and yet very attractive, that add to the look of my home, whether it's a painting for my wall or decorations for whatever season it might be. I know I'll find great things there."

Judy Lamp, another satisfied customer, said that if she has a certain look in mind, she knows Homespun can accommodate her. Or if she doesn't have anything in mind and is looking for decorating ideas, she'll be able to find something to get her started and build her decor off of that piece. I can go in and choose something as a centerpiece and design my entire room by using that as a centerpiece," said Lamp. "There are always very practical pieces. And everyone there is always so friendly and nice. There's no high pressure. It's a relaxing atmosphere where I know I can go and find just what I need without a hassle."

While there are any number of upscale stores beckoning, both Mast and Lamp like Homespun because of the down-to-earth products lining the walls and corridors. They can find new and unique items, but for their taste, it is the simpler things in life that catch their eye in the store.

"It's just everyday things that normal people love," said Mast. "Everything they carry is beautiful. And it's not so ... strange. It's just attractive, practical decorative pieces that fit well in just about any home." "It's quality decor that you feel comfortable buying because the whole store makes you feel comfortable," said Lamp. "They have done a nice job of creating a great atmosphere. Plus I know that every time I go in, there's always something there that will catch my eye, whether it's for me or a gift for someone else."

With two locations, one in Walnut Creek and one in Sugarcreek, there is plenty of stock on hand to choose from. In addition, customers can also let the staff know what they are looking for, and it can be ordered. Whether its wrought iron, candles and lighting fixtures, housewares, textiles, or florals, the product line is seemingly endless.

"You're sure to find something for everyone at one of our two great stores," said manager Lois Schlabach.
If you have questions or would like to know more about the items Homespun Treasures carries in its two stores, you can contact them by visiting them in the heart of Ohio's Amish Country or via e-mail at: www.homespunwalnutcreek.com.

Feel free to write or call them at 3147 St. Rt. 39 Walnut Creek, OH 44687, (330) 893-2134.
Homespun Treasures hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. year round. Call for seasonal hours.