ABA Monthly Member Highlight: Gifts of Grace Jewelry Shoppe
Every month we sit down with one of our amazing ABA members to get to know them a little better! We ask each member the same questions, providing an opportunity for our members to highlight the important work that they do in our communities. If you’re an ABA Member and would like to be considered for future Monthly Member Highlights, please reach out to us via email at info@altonbusinessassociation.com
Q: Tell us about your business?
A: Gifts of Grace Jewelry Shoppe specializes in Sterling Silver jewelry. We also carry some 10k and 14k items, plus gifts and greeting cards from DaySpring and DEMDACO°
Don’t let the size of the store fool you, we carry approximately 1,000 items to choose from.
We also offer ear-piercing, watch battery service, and jewelry repair service.
Q: Tell us about yourself:
A: I am a Pastor’s Wife and mother of two grown and married children.
I love people! I love spending time with friends and family. I also enjoy baking pies from scratch.
Q: How did your business get started?
A: When my children were young I wanted to stay home from work, so I decided to start selling jewelry at craft fairs and home parties.
I did this from 2003-2019. After my children graduated from high school I had so much jewelry that it was hard to pack it all up for parties, so I decided to open up my store here in Alton.
Q: What has your relationship with the Alton Business Association done for you or your business?
A: Alton Business Association has been able to help get my store known to the community during their special events.
Q: What do you value most about this community?
A: The kindness of all my customers.
Q: Why did you want to open your business in this community?
A: I thought it was was a good location on the main road, and I loved being on the way to the lake.
Q: What business accomplishment are you most proud of?
A: Honestly, I am just so thankful for my customers.
Q: What does the future hold for you and your business?
A: Only God knows 🙂
I take things day by day and year by year.
Q: What is one piece of advice you wish you had as a new business member?
A: Always treat your customers with kindness.
Q: How can people who want to learn more about you or your business get in touch with you?
A: Please follow me and like my Facebook page.
You can find me at www.facebook.com/sterlingsilverbygrace