BATON ROUGE, LA (WAFB) - Mimosa Handcrafted jewelry has been capturing tiny vignettes of Louisiana in bronze for more than ten years, forming a jewelry line that tells the story of creator, Madeline ...

Why handmade jewelry feels like a love letter Handmade jewelry isn’t just an accessory—it’s a story you can wear. Every piece carries the touch, time, and heart of its maker. From one-of-a-kind ...

For more than five decades, Sarasotans John and Linda Whitney have been quietly making a name in the national craft jewelry industry. Since the 1970s, the Whitneys have been creating affordable, ...

When Madeline Ellis invited me to spend a morning with her casting Mimosa Handcrafted jewelry, I jumped at the opportunity. I thought I had an idea of what to expect. I was wrong. Until I was in ...

Hailing from a family of rich, layered heritage and a childhood spent extensively traveling, jewelry designer, Nora Amaylia couldn’t see herself working in an office environment throughout her life.

Faith & Begorra, a staple of the Irish community in Denville, New Jersey, brings customers closer to their roots and heritage with an array of Irish products. Founded 30 years ago on June 2, 1992, ...

In one of the previous “best in Stanislaus” feature stories, I said the owners of the winning establishments often are why readers say they love the businesses. As the series comes to a close, that ...

Madeline Ellis in her Baton Rouge home. MADELINE ELLIS IS A MAKER. She’s always had the urge to create things — if she couldn’t find the exact thing she wanted (an article of clothing, a purse, a ...