The Star: March 23, 2023
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Be Creative at <strong>The</strong> Pin Tin<br />
Step inside this enchanting<br />
store, rich in its array of<br />
everything a quilter could dream<br />
of. Meander through the over<br />
flowing shelves of quilting fabric<br />
and threads. Get lost in the<br />
fantastic selection of patchwork,<br />
floral, and natural fabrics from<br />
designers and collections from<br />
across the globe. Feel nostalgic<br />
with the “Kiwiana” range of<br />
fabrics inspired by native and<br />
iconic New Zealand scenery and<br />
wildlife.<br />
Enjoy the quilts which adorn<br />
the shop walls all made by local<br />
quilters. <strong>The</strong> Pin Tin offers a vast<br />
selection of patterns, yarns, and<br />
supplies for knitting and crochet,<br />
as well as supplies for patchwork<br />
quilting and embroidery,<br />
including kits, Diamond Dots<br />
craft kits, general haberdashery,<br />
and hosiery. In need of<br />
equipment? <strong>The</strong>y stock Pfaff and<br />
Brother sewing machines and<br />
supplies to assist with any of<br />
your creative projects. Stop by<br />
this fun and creative Geraldine<br />
location and talk with the<br />
knowledgeable team of Caroline<br />
and Rhona. Ph 03 6931122<br />
Rural dog accommodations<br />
Looking for a home away from home<br />
for your furry family member? <strong>The</strong><br />
Brookside Kennels in Geraldine offers<br />
clean spacious accommodation for your<br />
dog with two supervised runs per day<br />
around the paddocks, with or without<br />
the companionship of other dogs.<br />
Your furry family member will be fed<br />
twice a day with the dog hotels food of<br />
choice or if your dog has a special diet<br />
or you would like to provide their meals,<br />
either option will be accommodated.<br />
Your furry friend will be looked after<br />
by experienced dog lovers and if any<br />
medical concerns arise, the local vet is<br />
on call if the need arises.<br />
For just $25 per day, book your dog into<br />
Brookside Kennels and enjoy some petowner’s<br />
peace of mind for the holidays.<br />
Located at 208 Woodbury Road, 2kms<br />
from Geraldine, Brookside Kennels<br />
welcomes your enquiry ph 03 693 9929<br />
or 021 076<br />
GERALDINE / PLEASANT POINT<br />
Obsolete Motors and Frocks<br />
& Shocks<br />
Obsolete Iron Motors is a working<br />
garage performing vehicle and<br />
motorcycle services. Including warrants<br />
of fitness, repairs with the novelty<br />
passion for classic, custom restoration<br />
and fabrication work.<br />
This location is full of surprises and<br />
well worth stopping by as they have an<br />
area where they showcase memorabilia,<br />
including the twin engine Triumph<br />
land speed motorcycle built by Gilbert<br />
Bailey for his race on the Salt Flats in<br />
Bonneville.<br />
Next door is their adjacent business<br />
Frocks and Shocks. Giftware, Jewellery,<br />
a unique range of clothing and<br />
memorabilia from year’s past line the<br />
space. Stop by and pick up a coffee to<br />
go as you browse for a hidden treasure.<br />
All visitors are welcome, Gilbert and<br />
Sharon are happy to open up at off<br />
time, just give them a call. This is a<br />
novelty location taking you back in time<br />
when you arrive at Obsolete Iron Motors<br />
and Frocks and Shocks.<br />
This is a unique business, two for the<br />
price of one and such a fun novelty, you<br />
won’t want to miss it, so stop in for a<br />
visit and see the wonder. 03 614 7410<br />
obsoleteironmotors@gmail.com<br />
Camping<br />
at Pleasant<br />
Point<br />
Enjoy the scenic and enjoyable<br />
campgrounds in Pleasant Point, which<br />
is open on a seasonal basis between<br />
mid-September to mid-May. <strong>The</strong><br />
campgrounds offer:<br />
• 7 cabins<br />
• 26 powered sites<br />
• Ablution block<br />
• Showers<br />
• Kitchen<br />
• Laundry<br />
• Tent sites<br />
Don’t forget to book your camping<br />
site at the Pleasant Point Dairy 03<br />
614 7515 or book online at the Timaru<br />
District Council. www.timaru.govt.nz/<br />
community/facilities/motor-camps<br />
Thursday <strong>March</strong> <strong>23</strong> 20<strong>23</strong> <strong>The</strong> <strong>Star</strong> 21<br />
Treasure<br />
Trove<br />
A<br />
Trove Waiting for you<br />
Giftware, jewellery, clothing<br />
and memorabilia.<br />
Come<br />
&Visit!<br />
At Obsolete Iron Motors<br />
Ph: 03 614 7410<br />
87 Main Road, Pleasant Point<br />
Pleasant Point<br />
Camping Ground<br />
Treasure Trove!<br />
Jam packed full of wonderful fabrics<br />
and yarns, tools, gadgets and sewing<br />
supplies and much more for all of<br />
your crafting needs.<br />
We exercise all<br />
dogs in fully<br />
secure, fenced<br />
paddocks<br />
Obsolete Iron Motors can handle all<br />
of your auto repair services including;<br />
• Brake Service<br />
• WOF<br />
• Part Procurement<br />
• Oil Change<br />
• Cam & Timing<br />
Belt Replacement<br />
• Battery Health<br />
Check<br />
• Custom and Classic<br />
Vehicle Repair<br />
• Motorcycle<br />
Servicing<br />
Pleasant Point Domain, State Highway 8,<br />
1km from Pleasant Point Township Centre<br />
26 powered sites, 7 cabins, tent sites,<br />
town supply water, kitchen, laundry,<br />
showers, toilets and children’s play area.<br />
9 Talbot Street, Geraldine<br />
www.thepintin.co.nz | thepintin@xtra.co.nz<br />
Ph 03 693 1122<br />
208 Woodbury Road • Geraldine<br />
Ph: 03-693 9929 • Mob: 021 076 4534<br />
Email kbarb@xtra.co.nz<br />
ObsOlete IrOn MOtOrs<br />
87 Main Road, Pleasant Point<br />
(03) 614 7410 | www.obsoleteiron.com<br />
Booking enquiries please phone<br />
(03) 614 7515<br />
Open September – 31 May
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