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Adjusting A Traditional Craft to a Modern Pandemic

Adjusting A Traditional Craft to a Modern Pandemic

Six years ago Bartlett opened a store in Loudon, where she sells rug hooking supplies and offers classes to other people interested in the craft. Normally, the store is bustling with women learning rug hooking, troubleshooting a project or purchasing supplies. But since the pandemic, the store has been largely empty. In addition, events where Bartlett might sell her supplies or teach a class have also been cancelled. Overall, her revenue is down about 85% this year.