Our Story
I started my handcrafted business, MountInspire, shortly after relocating from Michigan to Colorado Springs in 2016. Colorado has provided me with a unique landscape that has been a continuous source of creative inspiration over the years. I handcraft each item I sell, and every piece tells a story from my time spent in wild places. Creating is my life's passion; being able to do this as a career has transformed the way I navigate through life and connect with others. As a traveler and storyteller, I handstamp quotes and literature that have resonated with me during moments of seeking insight, and I share my stories with others along the way. Connecting with fellow adventure-seeking individuals through my creations has been the most rewarding aspect of being an artist thus far. My mission has always been to connect myself to the natural world and use my art as a means to inspire those looking to find their own connection with nature.
My motto is to take risks, get out, get lost, and get found. I love to encourage others to spend time in nature, wandering aimlessly, and finding peace within themselves. I've always turned to quotes for peace of mind and inspiration myself, and incorporating them into upcycled pieces of usable art has brought me great joy in sharing with others to assist them on their life's journey. Most of the jewelry I create is made from copper, which offers various health benefits, and it's often paired with crystals that have metaphysical properties to guide those searching for something that resonates with them in their current chapter of life. I'm delighted to be here, creating, and inspiring others to live life to the fullest.
-Katie Marie (Artist, Designer, Owner)
Favorite Materials to create with:
Metals: Copper, Brass, Sterling Silver.
Cord/String: Hemp + Leather.
Stones: Turquoise, Ocean Jasper, Agate, Labradorite, local finds (raw or polished).
Beads: Glass, Wood, Stones, Crystal.
Others: Wire, Reclaimed Wood, Paint, Vintage Silverware.