Jewel School, Part 2Once you have separated your jewelry and know what you have, decide which pieces you definitely want to keep. It is important to keep a few staple pieces that will go with any outfit for any occasion.These pieces will stand the test of time and often become … [Read more...] about Staple Pieces: Decide What to Keep, Donate, Pitch, or Pass On
Meaningful Work
Separate Fine vs. Fashion Jewelry
Jewel School, Part 1Today’s Transitions talked to Ashley Davis of Davis Jewelers, specializing in fine jewelry, and Judy Champion of 2023 Vintage Shop, specializing in costume jewelry, who offered a few tips for sorting through your jewelry.First and foremost, separate your … [Read more...] about Separate Fine vs. Fashion Jewelry
Weaving Up A Story
Sally Moss has been involved with weaving and The Little Loomhouse since 1968. She started as a student and has since worked as a volunteer, served as executive director and as president of the board of directors, and for the last three years has been studio manager.“My interest … [Read more...] about Weaving Up A Story
The Written Word Endures and So Does She
Carol Butler, president and CEO of Butler Books, continues to publish books so she can keep her husband’s legacy alive.“My husband Bill and I founded Butler Books in 1989,” says Carol, 70. “When Bill died of cancer in 2009, it was very important to me and to our sons that we keep … [Read more...] about The Written Word Endures and So Does She
When It’s With Purpose, It Doesn’t Feel Like Work
Why is Marita Willis working so hard? “I just think that’s part of my spiritual gift,” says Marita, 65, chief empowerment officer of Hope Collaborative, a community development program serving immigrant children and their families. “The base that we serve is an eclectic … [Read more...] about When It’s With Purpose, It Doesn’t Feel Like Work