Ability Weavers

09/07/2026

We got a huge restock order from Maurice Brassard on Friday. When Erin was hanging out with Eric and I this weekend she decided to help me unpack and put it on the shelf. Her favorite part was the sticker job. 🙂 (We always put a green sticker the 8/2 cotton so it doesn't get confused with anything else.) There was a LOT of stickers to be done!
Thanks Erin Bartkus !

09/04/2026

Thank you to the Tom Barton Memorial fund for the thoughtful donation to Ability Weavers.

We weren't able to find a way to privately thank the person or people who helped send us this gift. If you know someone who helped provide this to AW please tell them we greatly appreciate their support.
Sincerely,
Beryl, Eric and the AW Team

09/02/2026

Ability Weavers has been nominated for the "Best Hidden Gem" of our little town. Would you consider casting your vote for our shop?

We believe we offer something very unique. Our #1 purpose is to create an inclusive employment opportunity for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. Together we create hundreds of rugs and thousands of handwoven towels each year. We also support other purpose focused businesses across the USA and beyond. And of course we supply weavers all over the USA with weaving tools and yarns.

If you believe we fit the title of "Best Hidden Gem" in Lowell MI, please vote for us at: https://lowellledger.org/best . You will find us listed under the shopping category, Hidden Gem Retail Shop

Thanks for your support!

09/01/2026

Please help us welcome Josh. Today was his first day on the job. He did a great job weaving this rug. Our weavers get to keep their first project, so this one is going home with him.
Welcome to the AW team Josh!

08/30/2026

Update: We just sold out of our "Pink Arrow Towels". Thank you for your support for our community! We do have other options online and will be adding more handwoven towels in the next couple days.

Last call for Pink Towels!!! We are down to 6! Thank you all for your support for Pink Arrow Pride. For each of these pink towels sold we are donating $2 to Pink Arow. Pink Arrow raises money to help local families who are going through cancer. Some of the funds go directly to families, some of the fund goes to Gilda's Club and other local cancer support organizations. Over the past several years over $2 million has been raised to support people in our community!

If you would like to purchase these special towels you will find them at: https://abilityweavers.com/collections/towels

Thanks for supporting both Ability Weavers and Pink Arrow!

UPDATE: I just found one more!!!

08/29/2026

Leaves and Spice Tea is now available in our store on Main Street.

If you are looking for a tasty beverage without all the chemicals and sugars found in other drinks this is a great option. It can be served hot or cold. We have 7 natural flavor options to choose from. My favorite is "Sweet Dreams" which is caffeine free and helps me unwind.

These beautifully packaged teas make great gifts and pair very well with other gift items in our store.

Leavesandspiceteacompany is a local company founded by Grace K right here in the Lowell area. Thanks Grace! They are great. Planning to try Blooming Jade next!

08/29/2026

Thank you Lowell's First Look for sharing our story.

A downtown Lowell business dedicated to providing employment to people of all abilities has expanded into some new digs.

08/27/2026

Thank you to Flat River Outreach Ministry (FROM) for transporting Hannah to and "FROM" her job at Ability Weavers each week.

Here is how they describe their services, "Flat River Outreach Ministries is here for our neighbors in the Greater Lowell area—offering healthy food, resource connections, housing support, and help for families who need a hand."

Thank you Joe, Mike and everyone at Flat River Outreach Ministries for all you do in our community.

To learn more about FROM visit fromlowell.org

08/26/2026

Choosy babies choose Ability Weavers.
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Thank you to MB, MB & E for this adorable photo.

08/25/2026

Pink Arrow!!!! For every bright pink towel sold at Ability Weavers, we will be donating $2 to Pink Arrow Pride here in the Lowell community.

Pink Arrow provides funding in our community to promote awareness and support families dealing with cancer and the challenges it causes.

Thank you Lowell Area Schools and Pink Arrow Pride for making a positive impact in our community.

Offer lasts as long as we have pink towels.🙂. We have a bunch!