Magdalena, the owner of one of the last knitting shops in Ghent, is closing her shop after almost 40 years, as reported by Nieuwsblad. Despite still loving her work, Magdalena’s husband has wanted her to stop for a long time. She took over the shop in 1986 and has given free knitting lessons to her customers over the years. Magdalena hopes to find a buyer for her shop, as her doctor has reminded her of her age. The article includes a video and more information about the closing of the shop.
It’s a page that turns for Magdalena: after 38 years, she will close her knitting shop, one of the last in Ghent, report our colleagues from Nieuwsblad. “I still love what I do, but my husband wanted to stop for a long time,” she says.
Magdalena took over the premises in 1986 and has never changed anything in nearly forty years. She even gave free knitting lessons to people who asked her.
After these almost four decades, the institution will soon close its doors. “You forget your age, said my doctor,” she says. Now, Magdalena hopes to find a buyer for her shop.
Magdalena’s knitting shop may be closing, but her legacy and dedication to her craft will be remembered by many. For almost forty years, she has brought warmth, comfort, and style to the people of Ghent through her beautiful handmade knitwear. Even in the face of changing times and fashions, Magdalena has remained true to her passion and has even imparted her knowledge and skills to others through free knitting lessons. As she prepares to say goodbye to her beloved shop, we wish her all the best in her future endeavors, and may her love for knitting continue to inspire others.