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Welcome to Ability Weavers

Weaving a Purpose in Lowell, Michigan

At Ability Weavers those with and without special needs work side by side creating high quality handwoven items.

We offer our handwoven items and our favorite weaving supplies for sale in-store and online. We ship anywhere in the USA.

Visit us Tuesday through Saturday at 215 W Main St. Lowell MIchigan

100% of our profits from all sales used only to employ more weavers.

Upcoming events

November 20, 21 & 22, 2026
Lowell MI and the surrounding area

Christmas Through Lowell

Friday, November 20, 9 AM–9 PM
Saturday, November 21, 9 AM–7 PM
Sunday, November 22, 11 AM–5 PM

Explore over 70 homes and businesses featuring 350+ artists and crafters, handmade gifts, art, antiques, décor, rugs, quilts, and more throughout Historic Lowell.

Details: https://www.discoverlowell.org/christmas-through-lowell/

December 5, 2026
Santa visits: 2–4 PM; parade: 6 PM
Lowell, MI

Lowell Christmas Festivities & Night-Time Santa Parade

Celebrate the season with holiday shopping and family activities throughout Lowell.

• Fine Art & Makers Market: 9 AM–3 PM at Lowell High School.
• Friends of the Englehardt Library Book Sale: 9:30 AM–5 PM in the library Community Room.
• Santa visits: 2–4 PM on the Lowell Showboat VI.
• Night-Time Santa Parade: 6 PM, featuring the theme Christmas on the Farm.
• More festivities: live nativity, holiday crafts, and a pancake supper.

Details: https://www.discoverlowell.org/christmas-festivities/

December 5–19, 2026
See visit times below
Lowell Showboat VI, Riverwalk Plaza, Lowell, MI

Santa Visits in Lowell

Visit Santa aboard the Lowell Showboat VI this holiday season.

• December 5: 2–4 PM
• December 9: 4:30–7 PM
• December 11: 4–7:30 PM (Nite of Cheer)
• December 12: 10 AM–1 PM
• December 16: 4:30–7 PM
• December 19: 10 AM–1 PM

Suggested donation: $2 per child. The waiting line is outdoors, so dress warmly. Lines may close 20–30 minutes before the posted end time. Dates and times are subject to change; check the organizer’s updates before visiting.

Sensory visits are available for families with special needs. Contact the Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce to schedule your appointment.

Details: https://www.discoverlowell.org/christmas-festivities/

Meet the Team

Who we are

At Ability Weavers we provide an integrated work setting in which those with and without special needs work side by side. Together we create beautiful, high quality items for any home or office.

Many of our employees have autism or other special needs. We believe that every individual is worthy of having meaningful employment. Each weaver gets paid a real hourly wage, above minimum wage. We work as a team. Some weavers may create a large rug, or several towels during their work day. Others may make a few mug rugs. We encourage everyone to do their very best and to work to their highest potential. Everyone is equally important, equally appreciated and fairly paid.

In addition to selling our handwoven products we also offer high quality weaving looms, tools and weaving yarns. We gladly ship products all over the USA.

100% of profit gained at Ability Weavers is used only to provide more meaningful employment.

Ability Weavers is an equal opportunity employer.

Visit or Contact Us:

215 W Main St. Lowell MI 49331

Phone: 616-929-0211 or email@AbilityWeavers.com

Business Hours:
Tuesday - Friday: 10 AM - 5 PM, plus Thursday until 7pm
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday & Monday: Closed