How did I start my shop?
As a child, I had always been very Crafty. The times were different then. I made Barbie's clothes instead of having my parents buy them. I would make my dolls diapers out of leaves. I think it stemmed from necessity. In school, I excelled in Mathematics but my 5th Grade art teacher also taught me that my Creativity is something that cannot be overlooked. She would tell me that she has never met a child like me that excelled in Math plus in Art. She entered 5 pieces of my work to the Texas State Fair and I won. My work was on display that season. I remember three pieces were, A picture of a lion cub made out of dots. A 10 inch standing horse made out of bottle caps and nails. A 4 foot Paper Mache sitting Dog. So by 5th grade, I had already began to use Art as a peaceful outlet and make beautiful pieces.
As an adult, I joined the Army and then graduated from the University of Texas majoring in Accounting.
A dramatic change happened in my life when both my parents passed away suddenly. After the two funerals left me in shock, I felt comfort in remembering how my mom loved rosaries and always wanted Pink ones and how it was urgent that she have her rosary. I began to dream of Rosaries, beautiful handmade rosaries. After asking Jesus for guidance, I finally decided to just go for it... So I started looking for the perfect Red (Blood Red Color) gemstone to make a rosary and dragged my husband along to so many gem stores. I would make a rosary then redo the process and do a different one that. In time I had over 40 rosaries, beautiful rosaries. I continued and then I realized that these rosaries can bring someone else comfort and guidance with Jesus. Back in 2022 I decided to open a shop and received so much acceptance from the Catholic community. I remember the good times as my parents loved going to Church and it was so much a part of our lives. I am thankful and appreciative that the Catholic community has continued to be so much a part of my life. They have given me my self worth and guidance.
I wire wrap each rosary bead using two pliers (I hold one plier in each hand). I also look for Quality materials as I know it will be an heirloom. I hope I shared a little about me.
Blessings,
Janie