We are known for supporting small and Midwest makers, but did you know we also support and stock goods from young makers? That's right, we have a few young entrepreneurs and makers currently stocked in our shop - APL Girls, Reese Rea Designs, and jewelry maker, Haddie Castillo! We asked a couple of them to answer some questions about their businesses -- check out what they said!
Haddie Castillo - Jewelry Maker:
Q: How did you get the idea for your business?
A: The idea of my necklaces came from looking online at jewelry. I tried to make many of mine my own style.
Q: How long have you been making your products?
A: I've made these necklaces for about a year. Every year it seems I'm making a new craft or jewelry of some kind; like polymer clay figurines, clay beaded bracelets, etc -- and right now I'm making crocheted small stuffed animals.
Q: Where do you see your business in 5 years?
A: It's fun to create new things and I'd like to be able to sell more and different kinds of products in the future.
Q: What do you like best about being an entrepreneur?
A: As an entrepreneur I like to make people happy with the things I've made.
Reese Rea Designs - Clay Earring Maker:
Q: How did you get the idea for your business?
A: I got my idea for my business by searching online. I love being crafty and wanted to try something new! I loved the idea of creating clay earrings and my family helped me buy the supplies and I started getting creative with my designs!
