Mags and Gilly to Feature at Saline Crafts Show
Local business Mags and Gilly, known for its sensory-friendly jewelry and art, will be at the Saline Craft Show on Nov. 9th at Saline Middle School.
Over a decade ago Kelly Van Singel assisted in an autism awareness fundraising event by making beaded jewelry. The cause held a personal meaning for her; both her daughters, whom Mags and Gilly is named after, are autistic.
“It was Autism Awareness Month, and I was like, why don’t we make some bracelets or something, for my daughter’s special ed classroom?” she said. “And I just really enjoyed it, and kind of discovered a new form of artistic expression and making jewelry, and especially doing it in an unexpected way by incorporating fiber.”
Van Singel takes care to make sure her art and jewelry are able to be worn by those who have special needs…