My love for making things started early.  As a teenager, I was crafting keychains and magnets with my Badge-A-Minit machine (yes, I still have it!) and selling them to friends and a local gift shop.

 

That spark grew into years of colorful, hands-on projects — from quick breads and balloon bundles in college to sand art, wax hands, and tie-dye at festivals. If it involved creating something fun (and a little messy), I was probably there.

 

One project eventually stood out: a DIY fairy garden station where kids — and adults — got to build tiny worlds filled with moss, magic, and imagination. What began as a simple setup grew into a creative space where birthdays turned into adventures and people of all ages rediscovered the joy of making something with their own hands.

 

While that storefront is now closed, the heart of it lives on in every kit, class, and ornament I offer today. For me, it’s never just been about the finished piece — it’s about enjoying the process, connecting with others, and finding a little magic along the way.