Julie Devine's Sew Shoppe

06/11/2024

After much thought, Julie's will close on Saturdays, beginning July 6th. We apologize for the inconvenience but this will benefit our beloved Julie, who deservedly needs the rest. We may reopen Saturdays in the future. Our weekday hours will remain M-F 8a-5p. Thanks for understanding.

06/10/2024

Thank you for choosing Julie's. As a courtesy and per the law, please park in handicapped accessible spaces only if you have a placard or license plate that allows you to do so. We know our lot is small. We have only two spaces behind the shop for our customers with mobility issues. These paved spaces allow them to safely access our ramp easily, leading to our front door. In the rare instances that we are extremely busy and both front and back lots are full, please park along the street on Kennington. Thank you for your understanding and helping us accommodate all of our patrons!

11/10/2023

Happy Birthday to the U.S. Marine Corps! Thank you to all those who serve/served under the Corps.

Here's your five facts about it:

1. The youngest a person can be to join is 17, with a guardian's permission. Oldest? Twenty-eight.

2. Marines are fondly known as Jarheads (Supposedly the origin is because of the high and tight haircut.), Leathernecks (Old uniforms had a stiff piece of leather in the neck. Go figure.), and Devil Dogs (Given by German soldiers at The Battle of Belleau Woods. "Teufel Hunden")

3. Marine Navajo Code Talkers helped secure the victory over Japan during WWII. They created an unbreakable code based on the complex Navajo language.

4. Toys for Tots was created by reservist Major Bill Hendricks in 1947, who was inspired by his wife Diane. It has collected over 500 million toys since its founding.

5.There is a specific order cake is served on the Marine Corps birthday. The first piece is given to the guest of honor, followed by the oldest Marine present, and then the youngest present Marine gets the third piece. After that, it's a free for all.

10/13/2023

Happy Birthday to our U.S. Navy. We appreciate all the service people who have served in its 248 years of existence!

Here's Five Facts about our Navy:

1. Who is the Father of the U.S Navy? It's been attributed to John Paul Jones, John Barry, John Adams, and George Washington. During the American Revolutionary War, Washington as the Commander in Chief of the Army designated a small flotilla of fishing schooners as warships to defend against British forces, with the USS Hannah being the founding vessel of our Navy

2. First Admiral David Farragut was a Civil War hero fighting as a Union Soldier. He joined the Navy at nine years old, was 12 years old during the War of 1812, and served until his death at 69 years old. He was a pallbearer for President Lincoln.

3. The Navy was dissolved after the Revolutionary War in 1785 and was revived in 1794 because U.S. merchant ships were being attacked by pirates. Its official birthday is recognized as October 13, 1775

4. Submariners are volunteers who have to pass rigorous psychological and physical tests! Being on a submarine is not for the claustrophobic especially since you can be submerged for months at a time.

5. Who are some of our famous Navy personnel? Six presidents including JFK and Jimmy Carter, who was a submariner, served. Famous astronaut Neil Armstrong was first in the Navy before being first on the moon. Bob Barker called the Navy home before finding his place in our homes as The Price is Right host.

09/18/2023

Let's wish a happy birthday to the US Air Force and all the dedicated people of its ranks. We appreciate all the dedication you have.

Here's some fun facts about our USAF:

1. In 1947, Captain Chuck Yeager broke the sound barrier in his Bell X-1 rocket powered aircraft. His top speed was 700mph at 43,000 feet up.

2. The F-117 fighter uses aerodynamics based on bumblebee flight.

3. The USAF unveiled the 33rd fastest computer in December 2010. Its called the Condor Cluster and is composed of 1,760 Sony Playstation3 consoles.

4. Famous members include Johnny Cash, Morgan Freeman, Hunter S Thompson, Presidents Ronald Reagan and George W Bush, Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry and the infamous Chuck Norris.

5. On December 24, 1955, the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) started its annual Santa tracking system. Every Christmas, it handles phone calls from over 200 countries.

08/04/2023

The Coast Guard is celebrating its 233rd birthday today! We want to thank all the servicepeople who have committed to keeping our waters and lands safe. We appreciate all that you have done for us.

Five Facts about our Coast Guard:

1.Thanks to the Secretary of Treasurer, Alexander Hamilton, we have our CG. Under his leadership, Congress commissioned the construction of 10 ships to help enforce tariffs and prevent smuggling...the humble beginnings of our current Coast Guard.

2. It is both a federal law enforcement agency and a military branch. Since its inception, the CG has been part of the Department of Treasury (1790), The Department of Transportation (1967), and the Department of Homeland Security (2003).

3. It is approximately the size of the New York Police Department with approximately 41,000 full-time active duty members. It also has approximately 7800 part-time reservists, 8300 civilians, and 31,000 auxiliary CG volunteers.

4. There are two official flags of the Coast Guard. The Standard is for ceremonial use and the Ensign is flown on cutters and at shore units.

5. Coast Guard responsibilities involve: 1.First Response, 2.Law Enforcement, 3.Environment Protection, 4.Transportation Management, 5.Defense Operation, and 6.Security Operations. Imagine doing all that across the world with a workforce of the NYPD?!

06/26/2023

ATTENTION REMINDER:

Due to a Cox planned service interruption, Julie's will be cash only on Tuesady, June 27th. We anticipate we will be back to normal on Wednesday, accepting all forms of debit and credit cards as well as cash. We apologize for the inconvenience.

06/14/2023

Happy 248th birthday to the U.S Army! Thank you too all the people who have served as Army personnel. We appreciate your time, dedication, and service!

Five Facts about our Army:

1. The Army is older than the United States of America. Its roots are the Continental Army, formed to fight in the Revolutionary War. Its official birthdate is June 14, 1775.

2. The first submersible vessel, The Turtle was used by the Army to defend against the British Royal Navy in 1775.

3. Ray-Ban got its start in the Army! Lt General John MacCready asked Bausch and Lomb to design a pair of sunglasses to help his pilots combat nausea and headaches.

4. Sixteen (16) U.S. Presidents served in the Army. The most of any other military branch.

5. There have been only (5) General of the Army (five star) in the history of the U.S Army.

04/08/2023

04/08/2023

Look who stopped by! Some Wahoos came in to get their uniforms game-ready.

01/17/2023

Mardi Gras season is upon us. If you need a gown, suit, or costume altered, come see us. Let us help your clothes look their best so you look fantastic this season. We're open M-F 8a-5p and Sat 8a-12p. Call us with any questions: 850.456.2928

12/23/2022

We will be closed Sat, Dec 24th - Sun, Jan 2nd for the holidays. We'll reopen at 8a on Mon, Jan 2nd. Have a safe and joyous holiday!