I have loved to craft for as long as I can remember. As I’ve grown, I wanted to find my niche in the art world. What began as watching other artists online has now grown and developed into entrepreneurship. After battling anxiety and depression following my dad’s passing in February of 2017, I have been eagerly seeking clarity for my purpose in life. With God’s direction, I was led back to my early love for creating. Through this process of brokenness, God has created in me a renewed heart and spirit, one only achieved through His restoration. As I have for the past 22 years (since learning this verse), I continue to lean on His promise that I need Him always.

“I am the vine, you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit. Apart from me, you can do nothing.” John 15:5

Through Christ, I have been able to turn my sadness from Dad’s death into joy by standing on the promises only Christ can fulfill. Through Christ, I can see that February 17th (the meaning behind 217 in my business name), was a day not only for eternal restoration for my dad, but also the day that Christ began restoration in me. Through my business and love for Christ, I want the world to know that no matter how broken we are, Christ is willing and ready to provide the restoration we all need. All thanks be to God for this opportunity to express myself and to share Him!

Follow my handcrafted clay earrings at The Farmhouse of Paducah, as well as @Restoration217 on Facebook for more.