Abbey Romeo of Love on the Spectrum Partners with MakerPlace by Michaels to Launch Exclusive Hand-Knit Capsule Collection
2024年7月19日 - 1:42AM
MakerPlace by Michaels, the only online marketplace offering
handmade goods, classes, and how-to’s from U.S.-based makers and
artisans, today announced a partnership and limited capsule
collection with
Abbey Romeo of Netflix’s “Love on
the Spectrum.” Known for her passion for knitting and helping
neurodivergent individuals find their purpose through creativity
and hand-making, Abbey’s collection of hand-knit scarves is
available exclusively through her MakerPlace store.
Starting at $30, the MakerPlace x Abbey Romeo capsule collection
features a hand-knit hat-and-scarf bundle along with a range of
scarves that not only showcase Abbey's creative talents, but also
represent the joy and purpose that crafting can bring to life,
especially for those on the autism spectrum. Recent consumer data
from Michaels found that 99% of makers see making and creating
highly correlated with their own personal mental health.
“I’m excited to partner with MakerPlace by Michaels because it
makes me feel excited, proud and productive to be making scarves,
it’s my job,” said Abbey. “I’ve been knitting hats
for about 5 years, so it feels good to try something new, like
these pretty scarves! It’s very therapeutic to knit and when I move
my hands, I’ve noticed I’m more focused. If I can do it, you can do
it!”
In addition to the capsule collection, MakerPlace will spotlight
some of Abbey’s favorite neurodivergent creators to promote their
artistic talents and unique creations to customers. With
MakerPlace’s mission to be the best place for handmade sellers and
their customers, “Abbey’s Picks” will empower shoppers to support
diverse creators within the independent artist and maker community,
such as Jenna Grabow and Charlie
French. Jenna, the co-founder of Beauty By Jenna, is
changing the face of beauty with her all-natural, USA-made products
and her mission to create jobs for disabled adults. Charlie French
is an intuitive abstract painter renowned for vibrant compositions.
At the age of 16, Charlie developed Down Syndrome Regression
Disorder (DSRD) and lost his ability to communicate and engage with
the world for over five years. Slowly, he emerged to a plateau of
stability, choosing then to pursue his passion for art.
“Abbey’s passion for crafting and enthusiasm for supporting
handmade creators resonates deeply with our mission and core values
at MakerPlace,” said Scott Bramble, Vice President at MakerPlace by
Michaels. “This collection is a testament to Abbey’s talents and
personal mission to empower others to find purpose through
creativity. It also serves as a reminder that customers who shop on
MakerPlace invest in the passion, dedication, and hard work of
independent artists and makers.”
Abbey is the latest artist to partner with MakerPlace for a
limited capsule collection, a program designed to support the
platform’s handmade sellers and showcase one-of-a-kind finds to
customers. Future collaborations with additional artists will be
announced later this year.
For more information about Abbey’s collection and to view the
exclusive pieces, visit her MakerPlace store at
https://www.michaels.com/makerplace/storefront/abbeyromeo.
About MakerPlace by MichaelsMakerPlace by
Michaels is the only online marketplace offering handmade
goods, classes, and how-to’s from U.S.-based makers and artisans.
By providing the lowest fees, more ways to earn, free
listings, and flexible membership options, MakerPlace is dedicated
to supporting the handmade community as the best place
for sellers and their customers. Shoppers can discover
hundreds of thousands of unique, handmade treasures on MakerPlace
across categories, including home décor, accessories, fine art,
pets, and more. MakerPlace is part of The Michaels Companies, Inc.
For more information, please
visit https://www.michaels.com/makerplace.
Media ContactRachel
Petersenprcontact@michaels.com
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