Renegade Craft Fair Austin, TX

May 12, 2010 | by Jeep Collins

My mother, Enid, loved to make things with her hands. When she became successful in her handbag business, she became a patron of budding young artists. I was one of those. She helped us in many ways as Dana and I started with a hammer and anvil to make jewelry and sell it at art shows. I share her love of things made by hand and love to support others who still do things the hard, but rewarding way.

This weekend our daughter Lara and her husband Tim are exhibiting at the nationally known Renegade Craft Fair in Austin, TX along with over 200 other artists and designers. They will be selling their screenprinted tees, handmade jewelry, refurbished frames and vintage planters. They will also be debuting Rachel's collection of vintage skeleton key necklaces.

You can find out more over at Lara's blog.