By Tara Jeffrey, from www.theobserver.ca The Observer
Michaels grand opening draws large crowds
Julie Sommer had barely even walked into the store, and her son was already signed up for the kids’ cake decorating class at Michaels.
Eight-year-old Nikolas watched in awe as instructor Sandy Nikisher iced the perfect coloured fish design on a vanilla cake
“I think I want to sign up, too,” said Sommer, during the demonstration held Saturday at the grand opening of the arts and crafts superstore located at the Smart Centre plaza on Quinn Drive.
Other classes offered at Michaels include jewelry design, scrapbooking, knitting and crocheting, and fine arts painting.
“People are really happy we’re here,” said store manager Phillip Campbell, amid Saturday’s large crowds and long lineups.
“We knew it was going to be busy, but this is much better than we thought.”
The opening included a ribbon cutting ceremony, demonstrations, cake and a visit from Sarnia Sting mascot Buzz.
Located near Wal-Mart and Winners, the 14,000 square-foot store includes more than 50 staff.
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