My daughter is still waving her arm to show everyone her artmania bracelet. We IMG_0334purchased the ballerina bracelet from artmania weeks ago and it’s still dangling with pride on her wrist.

I’ve written about artmania’s passion about nurturing new artists with classes, workshops, Pro-D day and summer camps and custom-designed parties. I’ve also posted some information about some of the wonderful local artisits we support in our gallery. But did you know that our very own Katie makes some of the bead bracelets and necklaces showcased on our counter?

Katie is the shining light at artmania. She’s artmania’s gallery manager and public relations administer, but her duties go beyond those titles. She teaches at the gallery, takes care of the mobile instructors (making sure they have everything they need), and finds time to thread beads into wonderful, playful jewelry.

Visit the gallery, be greated with her wonderful smile and browse her pretty jewelry pieces, perfect for Vancouver’s beautiful summer!