Hi! My name is Christine Rarric and I am a stay at home mom raising my 2 children. I used to be a speech-language pathologist working in an elementary school setting. I started making and selling wreaths in May of 2015 when I opened my Etsy shop, The Ornate Door. This will be my second Avant-Garde show!
I got into the craft hobby at an early age, with my mom playing a large part. She crocheted for many years, so I started out doing cross stitch projects. As I got older, I started adding my own touches to pre-made wreaths I found at craft stores. Eventually, my husband suggested that I start making my own and selling them.
I'm inspired by the seasons, holidays, and other events like sports games, weddings, birth announcements, and more. I've also been inspired by sites like Pinterest and Etsy. Walking down the aisles of craft stores has also provided me with a lot of inspiration, especially the ribbon aisle!
I would describe my creative process as just a matter of thinking about what the customer would be interested in. When you purchase a wreath from me, you are purchasing a quality wreath created entirely by me. A great wreath can be the focal point to any front door or home decor, and I enjoy knowing that I can add something special to someone's home.
Meet Jessica Pichichero from Create All Crochet....
Hi! I'm Jessica and I have been married to my husband, Mike, for eight years. We have three beautiful little girls ages six, four, and three. I went to school for early childhood and was a nanny for awhile until I had my own children. I love doing new and exciting things with them! I also love bike riding, cooking, and decorating my home.
I have been crocheting for about two years now, and this will be my first Avant-Garde show! My children are the ones who first inspired me to crochet! Once I started, I realized just how many incredibly cute, fun, and beautiful crochet projects I could create! If I see something I really like, new ideas just start racing through my head and I can't wait to get started!
I have always loved and creating and crafting anything I could! I think it started in high school when I realized just how much I loved crafting in my early childhood classes. As I got older, I started coming up with fun crafts to do around my house. I taught myself how to crochet and caught on very quickly. I fell in love with the new projects I was able to create with my hobby!
When creating my items, I use some ideas I see around me and try to put my own spin on it. Other times, I just create things off the top of my head! The message I hope to send through my work is that anything is possible! If you put your mind to it and work hard, you can accomplish anything while having fun and loving what you do!
Meet Samantha Clark from FABB...
Hi! My name is Samantha and I'm the creator of FABB, fabulous, attractive, bath, bombs! Aside from FABB, which I started in June of this year, I work full time as a dental administrative specialist, am married to my best friend, and have an adorable miniature Schnauzer, Fonzie! This will be my first Avant-Garde Show!
I have always had a passion for creating a product to share with everyone that will provide ultimate relaxation, fun, and an excuse to have "me time" more often! My goal is provide a spa-like environment with this product and I promise that is what you will receive!
My mission is to not promote an "ordinary" bath bomb. The ingredients I have incorporated are not too heavy and won't stain your skin. After you experience the full effect of one of my bath bombs, your skin will feel soft and glow! Not to mention, the ingredients I use reduce stress, tension, and inflammation!
It's such a fun process creating these unique bath bombs. They are never the same! I love to switch things up. In five years, I really see FABB going to new levels. It's only the beginning of this amazing journey for me, and I am along for the ride!
Meet Rym Berkhaies from Home Spa...
Hi, my name is Rym! I'm a 38-year-old stay at home mom of an 18 month old princess. I am originally from Tunisia, which is in North Africa. This will be my first Avant-Garde show! I'm very eager to be a part of it, but a little nervous as well!
My soap making hobby turned into a small business and now, I create a variety of products including bath bombs, sugar scrubs, bath salts, and more! I believe I can grow my business because I am so passionate about what I do.
This hobby makes me feel productive and allows me to not only take care of and pamper myself, but provide an opportunity for others to do the same! All moms should be able to have time for and pamper themselves. My products make great holiday gifts!
2016 Summit County Fall Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show
Saturday, November 5, 2016 - 10:00am-5:00pm
St. George's Fellowship Center
3204 Ridgewood Rd.
Fairlawn, OH 44333
For more information, contact Becki Silverstein, Event Coordinator at Becki@ag-shows.com
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