A morning at the market is a great way to begin a weekend, especially during these cooler months. I mentioned a few weeks ago that we visited a Farmers Market at Tractor Supply.
It was fun to take in all the hand-crafted products in addition to the plants we purchased. Later I found many of these vendors set up at the Market on the Square in Marshall.
So, during our first market visit I met a neat homeschool family where these young girls were selling their handmade artistic jewelry; I purchased a bracelet immediately.
Their designs have a folk vibe; I was impressed with their style because they both have an eye for detail.
My new bracelet is a favorite and I wear it all the time. The compliments are continuous, and this makes me smile because I get to mention that a young homeschooler made it.
So, I wanted to share a little about their work because the mom is doing a wonderful job leading her daughters towards natural creativity.
Lila's Artistic Jewelry
Lila made my bracelet and when I asked her how she got started making jewelry I loved her answer.She had a bright smile paired with a sense of honesty.
Inspiration came from one of her favorite shows, American Ninja Warriors where she recognized one of the characters made jewelry.
She said to her mom, " I want to try that," and with a few supplies she began creating.
Lila makes bracelets and earrings from copper and finishes with the softness of bead work using wire. Her work appears effortless because everything flows beautifully.
She has a bright future.
Milo's Artistic Hair Pins
Milo is also talented in making artistic hair pins that can also be used as bookmarks. She blends copper into the appropriate shape then attaches a beaded design using colored wire.When I asked her where she found her inspiration, she said, "I like to make stuff and try things out."
She reminded me of my daughter when she was that age.
As these conversations were taking place I couldn't help but notice the smile on their mom's face.
I enjoyed visiting with Bee, she is a neat person inside and out and it was awesome to see her connection with both daughters in addition to her ongoing encouragement.
As we visited, she mentioned how their great aunt shared her gifts with the girls and taught them how to use the correct tools for making jewelry.
When generations work together, encouragement and goodness follow.
This is a talented family that makes additional handcrafted goods and natural fiber clothing with a folk artistic vibe.
Visit them at the Farmers Market, Downtown Marhsall on Saturday or find them online at FolkWomban.
Be the Good,
Carole West
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