Country Sampler owner Deb Cox has a sign in the shop that says, “This is my happy place.” It perfectly describes the ambiance she’s established for the business she’s owned for three years.
“It’s comfortable. My employees are helpful and friendly; I call them my ‘sampler sisters,’” Cox said. “Women come in here just to walk around and get inspired…I want to make sure they leave in a great mood.”
The business, which serves the quilting and needlework community, offers a wide selection of fabric along with supplies from patterns and kits to notions and books. Country Sampler also offers classes for every skill level, Cox said.
Cox was both a longtime customer and a part-time employee of Country Sampler, founded by Deb Cizek in 1991. She’s putting her own stamp on the business while at the same time respecting the establishment that’s served a loyal niche for more than three decades, she said. She expects a few changes ahead, such as expanded classroom space and new classes offered.
“I have a lot of ideas,” Cox said.
Country Sampler
11928 West Center Rd.
Omaha, NE 68144
402.333.6131
countrysampler.com
This profile originally appeared in the 2024 FACES of Omaha, presented by Omaha Magazine. To see the full book, see our flipbook here.
