Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday 10:00 - 5:00 pm

Closed Memorial Day, 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day

Whether it's a knitting class you have been meaning to take, a frantic last minute dash in search of birthday gifts for your children's party-packed weekend, or the sometimes confusing search for office, hostess, wedding, and baby shower gifts plus the perfect card to go with them all, Now and Then has an eclectic selection of fun and functional gifts to fit your every need.  "This store is like a gold mine.  I can find everything for everyone!"

Currently featuring kettle-dyed Malabrigo Yarns from Uruguay, Takoma Park's own Sligo Creek Tiles, and Maruca Jacquard Hand Bags designed and produced in Boulder, CO.

Now and Then is proud to work with and showcase area artists including watercolorist Enid Romanek (www.enidromanek.com), tile maker John Hume (www.sligocreek.com), potter Mary Giammatteo and James Colwell and Alison Baker.

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Winter Workshops

ONE NIGHT STITCH:  Hearts and Flowers

"Valentine Hearts beat more passionately than everyday hearts." - Anonymous

Knitted Heart with Martha Kiger.  One 2-hour session for $10.00, plus supplies.  Limited to 10 students.  Monday evening, February 6th from 7:00 - 9:00 pm

This class is designed for those already familiar with the basics of knitting.  We will be using the pattern from Knitty.com (see the link below, copies of the pattern will be available).  Materials include 1 set of #1 or #2 dpn and 2 skeins of wool (red, pink, or whatever strikes your fancy).

http://knitty.com/ISSUEwinter08/PATTheart.php

"Every flower is a soul blossoming in nature." - Gerard de Nerval

Crochet flowers with Helen Spencer.  One 2-hour session for $10.00, plus supplies.  Limited to 10 students.  Thursday evening, February 23rd from 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Crochet can be used to create all sorts of three dimensional objects.  This workshop will teach you how to make several varieties of crochet flowers for embellishing garments, accessories, and more.  The class is designed for those already familiar with the basics of crochet.  All types of yarn may be used to varying effects.  We will be using the pattern from "Cute and Easy Crochet" by Nikki Trench, one of the leading figures in the revival of home crafts.  Copies of the books are available, along with yarns and hooks, for purchase.

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Now and Then in the news......

Biz Buzz:  Hey Jude in the March 2008 Takoma Voice

Azalea Awards in the May 2008 Takoma Voice

Old Takoma Sidewalk Sale in the Gazette in September 23, 2009 issue

Shopping Local for the Holidays in the Gazette in December 9, 2009 issue

Voted "Best in Home Decor 2009" in the Washington City Paper

"Wrap it Up" in the December 2009 issue of The Washingtonian

"Takoma Park Offers Unique Stores for the Holidays" in the December 2009 Diamondback

http://digital.turn-page.com/issue/12028/ - a feature about our Spring Bonnet Contest in the June 2010 issue of the Takoma Voice

http://www.gazette.net/stories/07072010/takonew183539_32551.php - a feature in the July 7, 20010 Montgomery Gazette on Silly Bandz

http://digital.turn-page.com/title/6576 featured in The Best of the Best of Takoma Park and Silver Spring in the July/August 2010 issue of the Takoma Voice

http://digital.turn-page.com/issue/16204 featured in the September 2010 issue of the Takoma Voice - "Somewhere in Takoma" photo and "Hyperbolic Crochet Coral Reef" article by Anne Langstrom on page 36.

http://digital.turn-page.com/issue/19799 featured in the November 2010 issue of the Takmoa Voice - "Gaynell and his Holy Grail" article by Howard Kohn on page 8.

http://takomapark.patch.com/articles/video-takoma-parkers-enjoy-shopping-in-their-pajamas#video-3698308 video featured on Takoma Park Patch on December 5, 2010

http://digital.turn-page.com/issue/23623 featured in January 2011 issue of the Takoma Voice - "Five Finger Discount" on page 5 by "Silence Dogood" re: personal property tax and inventory sale.

http://digital.turn-page.com/issue/23623 featured in January 2011 issue of the Takoma Voice - "Local residents shopped local during the holidays and won!" on page 13.

http://www.washingtonian.com/index.html featured in July 2011 issue of Washingtonian Magazine - "15 Great Gift Shops" on pages 96 and 97.

Now and Then is featured in.....

NTF (Not for Tourists) Digital Guide

Yelp

Insider Pages

http://www.ravelry.com/projects/pinkella/judes-cowl  (Junko Hurd's cowl pattern is featured on Ravelry!

http://takomapark.patch.com/listings/now-then-inc Patch.com