They were 12, 12, 10 and 7 when 3 sisters and one brother decided to enter the business world. The idea came after shopping for a gift for their mom. They decided instead of giving her the traditional boy and girl charms to wear around her neck, they would create a special necklace which would speak of them and not just their gender. From there, they focused on the passions of others and created a line of jewelry to match. The children started by selling their jewelry to neighbors and friends and at local craft shows. Soon after, they entered the wholesale market, furnishing stores and specialty boutiques with their custom art. In January 2004, together with their family, they opened the “Bead Shack”- a place where visitors could either purchase jewelry or create their own. Their latest entrepreneurial endeavor is Café Décor - located right next door. Opening in 2005 - and often mistaken for a restaurant - this creative hub provides a further outlet for discovering and exploring the creative talents of its patrons. Similar to the Bead Shack, Cafe Decor is a regular venue for birthday parties and youth groups - who come to enjoy and benefit from this mixed medium studio.
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