Stitch Boutique is a 501(c)3 nonprofit creative reuse organization that accepts donations of fabric, yarn and other crafting materials. The store resells these materials at an affordable price, keeping them out of landfills and getting them into the hands of people who will use them.
The organization began as a way to make the most of crafters’ material donation, which was being tossed out too quickly. Their mission is to help keep useful material out of landfills and facilitate creativity, while also increasing environmental awareness in the Capital District.
Stitch by Stitch
Stitch is a blue-furred, koala-like experiment with aqua countershading around his eyes and running from under his chin down to his stomach. The upper rims of his countershading have black eyebrows and ear notches.
He is extremely strong, with the ability to lift 3,000 times his own weight. He also has super-sensitive hearing, which allows him to pick up sonic blasts.
In the series, Stitch often reflects on his purpose, which leads him to question his responsibilities and find his ohana with Lilo. He is also shown to be lonely, with no one else like him.
In the anime, Stitch is given more dialogue than in the other works in the franchise. He also improves his English, and develops a considerable wit.
Anabella’s
Anabella’s is a name you can trust for the best selection of quality cross stitch kits, floss, fabric and other crafty gizmos. They even have a customer service team that goes above and beyond to make sure your experience is a pleasant one. The site also has a good selection of cross stitch and needlepoint books, as well as an extensive line of decorative accessories. Their prices are very reasonable and the delivery is surprisingly quick. I can highly recommend them to anyone looking for a new hobby, new skill set or just want a change of pace. They even offer free shipping on orders over $99!
Hot Topic
Hot Topic specializes in music-related apparel, accessories, and gifts. It also has a selection of licensed merchandise and sells items associated with movies, video games, and comic books.
The store’s uniqueness stems from its focus on alternative lifestyle trends. While a number of other stores cater to similar audiences, Hot Topic is the only national chain devoted solely to these niche markets.
Sales associates at Hot Topic are expected to stay familiar with the music and pop culture trends prominently featured in their store. This knowledge of current trends is important for achieving store goals and meeting the needs of patrons.
Originally established as an alternative fashion and accessory store in 1989, Hot Topic was founded by Orv Madden. Though it started small, the chain quickly grew to include hundreds of locations in malls nationwide. In 1996 the company went public and was soon valued at over $100 million.
Stitch & Ai
Stitch & Ai is a Chinese-language spin-off of the Lilo & Stitch franchise. It focuses on a young Chinese girl named Wang Ai Ling, who is the human companion of Stitch.
In the show, Ai is upset at the thought of moving away from her home in the mountains to live with her Aunt Daiyu in a city. She does not want to be separated from her sister, but Daiyu is less than receptive.
However, Ai does not let her sadness get the best of her. She uses her friendship with Stitch to help her deal with her new life.
Stitch’s character development is undone a bit, and his temper and misbehavior flare up. He also becomes a bit more flanderized, with his speech pattern and English fluency not being as strong as it was in the previous series.