Y A R N S * G I F T S * B O O K S
744 South Tillotson Avenue
Muncie, Indiana 47304
(765) 288-1122
Spring Hours
Tuesday through Thursday
12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday
12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Closed on Sundays & Mondays
Please click HERE for a Google map & directions to Danner's!
Danner's at our current 744 South Tillotson Avenue location!
Danner's focuses on being a hub for Muncie's creative community!
In addition to our wide array of fine quality Yarns and Knitting supplies,
we offer the Hand-Made work of over 35 Local Artisans,
Classes and Workshops in Knitting, Crocheting, & Jewelry-Making,
Book Clubs, Knitting Circles, Book Signings, and other family events!
The January 2008 Beginning Knitting Class Graduates!
Click HERE to learn more about our Yarn Classes!
There is so much to do at Danner's!
Click HERE for Events!
Are you looking for a Sale? We understand!
Come see our End of Spring Sale!
All winter scarves and hats are on sale at 1/2 off of their original price.
This includes gorgeous knitted scarves by KittyKnit Designs [Susan and Dottie Danner],
cozy crocheted hats by local artist Jeanette Taylor,
and cheerfully cute fleece hat/scarf sets by local artist Natalie Borges!
Many books, patterns, and yarns are also on sale!
We get new yarns, patterns, books and gift items every week - stop by often to see our changes!
Some local artists bring out new material every season,
and some enjoy creating holiday-themed items.
We now have 39 local artists at Danner's.
This is a wonderful reflection of our talented community!
We hope to see you soon!
Jewelry-Making Class with Janessa Erickson!
$16 Class Fee [Includes all supplies.]
Saturday, May 3rd, from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
[Right before Mother's Day!]
Beaded Necklace - White Coyote
More artist's work is coming in to Danner's every day!
Please click HERE to learn more!
Book Signing!
On Saturday, May 3rd, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.,
Hoosier author J. Brent Bill will meet the public and sign copies
of his new book, Sacred Compass: The Path to Spiritual Discernment, at Danner's.
"Brent Bill has written one of the finest books on discernment
and divine guidance that I have seen in a very long time."
-Richard J. Foster , Author of Celebration of Discipline
How do you discover God's will for your life - every day?
Sacred Compass offers a fresh and deeper way of living a God-directed life.
J. Brent Bill draws on the quiet beauty of the Quaker path to show how
spiritual discernment is more about sensing God's gracious presence
than it is about making the right decisions.
As you use this book to chart your own spiritual course,
you will find yourself led to unexpected places,
comforted by the knowledge that God uses
all of our experiences to bring us close.
"Sacred Compass is the perfect companion for those seeking to follow God
in the way of Jesus in the midst of the realities of 21st century life.
Brent Bill graciously and passionately opens the pathway
of the spiritual practice of discernment for the novice
and deepens the possibilities for the well experienced.
This book will serve as a revelation for many and well could be
the start of a revolution for a new generation of Christians."
-- Doug Pagitt, Pastor of Solomon's Porch and Author of A Christianity Worth Believing
J. Brent Bill is a popular retreat leader,
a Friends (Quaker) minister, and the author of
Holy Silence: The Gift of Quaker Spirituality and
Mind the Light: Learning to See with Spiritual Eyes.
He lives with his wife, Nancy, near Indianapolis.
"Sacred Compass celebrates and reassures that on this
engaging, glorious, bewildering human journey,
we individually and communally carry with us
an ever present divine source of navigation."
-- Carrie Newcomer, Rounder recording artist, The Geography of Light
There is no fee to attend this event,
please join us in celebrating Hoosier talent!
Personal Shopper!
Everyone at Danner's is more than happy to be your Personal Shopper!
We can suggest books, knitting supplies, and gift items for everyone on your gift list.
All we need to know is age, gender and interests (if possible).
If we are ever out of a title, or don't carry it,
we will order it for you at no extra charge.
Books usually get here in about 3 to 5 days,
yarn orders take a bit longer.
Click HERE for our Event Calendar!
Danner's features the work of over
30 artisans from East Central Indiana!
Click HERE to learn more...
Danner's has unique gifts for all ages and interests,
with many handcrafted works by local artisans, and many one-of-a-kind creations!
You'll be sure to find something that you will love to give
and your loved ones will be delighted to receive.
We also offer Gift Cards in any amount if you'd prefer to give a shopping spree!
We always have many special $1 and $2 gifts for the holidays!
Other wonderful gifts include stationery, pens, calendars, hats,
incense, jewelry, scarves, bags, antiques, fans, journals, soaps,
quilts, knitwear, candles, toys, Hoosier greeting cards and magnets,
as well as imports from around the world!
What do you make? Please show us! Teach a class!
Click HERE for our upcoming Jewelry-Making Workshops!
Big Sale at Danner's!
* Now at 50% off:
Squiggle, Party, Flash, Dazzlelash, and Matisse Yarns,
as well as Christmas Stocking Kits, selected Books, and Holiday Gifts!
Danner's features high quality fine yarns by Malabrigo Yarns, Brown Sheep Yarns,
Crystal Palace Yarns, Plymouth Yarns, Lana Grossa Yarns, Elle Yarns,
Simply Shetland, Over the Rainbow Yarns, Vermont Organic Yarns, and more.
These yarns are not available anywhere else in Muncie!
We also carry books, magazines, patterns,
needles, bags, and much more!
We also offer Classes and Workshops for knitters
and crocheters of all levels of experience, and for all ages!
Stop by soon to see what we've created!
Click HERE to learn more!
'Leaf the Cat' Sweater by Susan Danner
Click HERE for the Knitting Class & Workshop calendar!
How We Began...
The store began life as The Book End, started in 1975 by Helen Tirey.
When her husband, Norman, retired as President of Muncie Federal Bank, Helen decided to sell the store.
Susan Danner bought the store in August 1995.
We outgrew our downtown Walnut Street location and moved to the Marsh mall (827 S. Tillotson Av.) in 1997.
By 2000 we were really cramped!
Our landlord, Jerry Wise, offered to build us our own building.
It was finished in March 2001 and we moved in on April 1, 2001.
With the aid of a 300+ volunteer Book Brigade, we moved all of our stock in less than 2 hours!
In 2004, our building was sold to an out-of-state individual.
We moved to Wheeling over New Year's weekend in 2004,
but left two and a half years later due to outrageous property taxes.
We moved to our current location (744 South Tillotson Avenue) in June 2007
and we really love our new location!
Leaf has been with us since 1996. He was rescued by my daughter, Moth.
Yes, he stays alone at the store at night and on Sundays,
and he never lets anyone forget who's really in charge!
Only at Danner's will you get all of this!
Danner's staff has not forgotten how to be friendly and courteous.We really care about our Customers and treat them as we want to be treated.
Friendly, courteous, knowledgeable staff who actually read and make things.
Personalized help for all of your book, gift, and knitting needs.
Whomever you need a gift for, our Staff will personally help you choose just the right yarn, gift, or book.
If we don't have an item, we will try to order it for you, or find somewhere where you can get it.
The works of over 30 East Central Indiana artisans for sale in our unique Gift Shop.
Knitting and Crochet Classes, fine yarns not available anywhere else in the county,
and fellowship in our Knitting Circles
Workshops and Classes on all manner of topics.
Books and Book Signings by local writers.
His Majesty, Leaf the Cat, the live-in bookstore mascot, is always here to greet his fans.
Coat rack for your coat, and shopping baskets, to help while browsing.
Plenty of parking.
Meeting space for Book Clubs & Knitting Circles.
We, the Danner family, the Owners of Danner's, are always here.
Please support local, independent businesses for the good of your community!
Thank you for your support!
Keep your money where you live:
Shop Locally & Independently!
The following is from a study done for the city of Austin, Texas.
We think that the information is important and relevant
to Muncie, and other American towns, as well.
Some of the results were that:
1) Local merchants spend a much larger portion of total revenue on local
labor to run their enterprise and sell the merchandise than chain stores do.
2) Local merchants keep their modest profits in the local economy where they live.
The profits of chain stores go to the headquarters which is often out-of-state.
3) Local merchants provide strong support for local artists (and authors),
creating further local economic impact. While many chain stores claim to
be community oriented, most do not support the arts.
Competitive Effects:
The economic impact of chain stores showed that over a five year
period chain stores generated increased sales, but the economic
returns to the community actually decreased.
Chain stores introduce no new products into the market. Therefore, sales
in chain stores generally represent decreased sales in currently existing stores.
We at Danner's try to always shop at local independent stores if at all possible,
and we encourage everyone to do the same. In the long run shopping at local,
independent stores actually helps the economy. Think about this the next time
you head for Wal-Mart, Target or Meijers.
When you shop at the independent store in
your community you help support the following:
Diversity of selection.
Our selection reflects the wide-ranging interests of our community.
Community involvement.
We support schools and non-profit organizations through our donation program.
Local economic growth.
Our profits stay in the community.
Support for local writers and publishers.
We make a point of featuring local and regional talent.
Thank YOU so very much for supporting Danner's!
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