The Beginning

When you are undergoing active cancer treatment you often find yourself in bed, at least I did. On one of those days, I was watching 100 Huntley Street and was inspired by a missionary in Uganda who trained women to make beads out of recycled paper. Not thinking much more of it, months later I stumbled upon the jewelry at our local farmers market and bought my first necklace. In November 2009 I hosted a party at my house and sold a ton of jewelry. Months later, after my sister-in-law Becky signed-on to consign the jewelry, I too felt lead to not only share this funky, colourful jewelry with everyone I meet, but to educate people about the hands who make it.

It is my personal mandate not to personally profit from the sale of Caring Hands jewelry. After covering basic costs (fuel, displays, entry fees), I will donate the portion I earn from each sale to groups and individuals God leads me to. In this blog I will share my experiences of selling the jewelry and disclose, when appropriate, where I have donated money.