PINCHPENNY THREADS: ABOUT US
PinchPenny Threads is the home-sewing studio of Jane McLean and Stella Bella, located in Midcoast Maine. Yes, our names rhyme.
Jane comes from a long line of thrifty needleworkers and enjoys creating cheerful, useful items.
Stella continues the generational line of needlecrafters by bringing her fresh, young approach to upcycling.
Jane comes from a long line of thrifty needleworkers and enjoys creating cheerful, useful items.
Stella continues the generational line of needlecrafters by bringing her fresh, young approach to upcycling.
Our Mission
At PinchPenny Threads, we strive to:
- honor our family history of traditional needleworkers
- create items that are decorative, useful, and fresh
- care for our planet by using sustainable methods and eco-friendly materials whenever possible
- respect our users by creating well-constructed products and by communicating honestly with them
- give back to our community by supporting causes that align with our mission
At PinchPenny Threads, we strive to:
- honor our family history of traditional needleworkers
- create items that are decorative, useful, and fresh
- care for our planet by using sustainable methods and eco-friendly materials whenever possible
- respect our users by creating well-constructed products and by communicating honestly with them
- give back to our community by supporting causes that align with our mission
- We Support
- - knitting hats and mittens for school children
- - teaching sewing and crafting workshops at Waldo County YMCA, Belfast Free Library, Belfast Senior College, and other not-for-profit programs
- - sewing and donating baby items, face masks, pillow covers, and tote bags
Click through the slideshow to see some of our recent community outreach activities.
