Revelation Dresses sells not just dresses but tops, blouses and jewelry, too. It offers fun and seasonal tops, with…More Halloween and Christmas themes, and receives new stock daily. It maintains an online store, for customers who aren't able to come in in person, where readers can access its fashion blog. The owners are very involved in the community, and one of them has written for the <i>Crescenta Valley Weekly</i>. </p> <p> </p>

Needle in a Haystack has everything the knitter or needleworker needs, including patterns, specialty threads, yarn…More and canvases. It also offers classes taught by friendly and experienced teachers. It has many seasonal works on sale, including Halloween and Christmas items. It carries cross stitch thread from suppliers like Crescent Colors and The Gentle Art. Needlepoint canvases are on sale, too, from designers such as Lee's Needle Art, Painted Pony and Princess & Me. It is located in the heart of downtown Montrose, just off of the 210 Freeway and close to other shops and restaurants. Visit the website for seasonal pieces, a calendar of events and class schedule. </p> <p> </p>