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Bags with Personality

How Gladys Turner Scheytt turns fabric, flair, and passion into timeless pieces at Designs by Giannaly. Article by Megan Ewing | Photography by Dean R. Scheytt For retired elementary teacher turned artisan, Gladys Turner Scheytt, creativity has always been a guiding thread. From sewing dresses for her daughter and nieces to crafting baby quilt sets for new arrivals in the family, she’s long embraced the joy of making something beautiful with her hands. But it was the process of...

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Smart Money Moves

Make Your Money Work For You Article by Elisa Ross, VP of Marketing In today's ever-shifting economic landscape, crafting a solid financial future isn't just wise–it's essential. While building lasting security might seem like a marathon, the right strategy can set you on a path to success, turning your financial goals into real, measurable progress. Enter credit unions: your dedicated partners in financial empowerment. Unlike traditional banks, these not-for-profit financial cooperatives...

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Healing Through Hat Making

How Janet Smolic Built a Business Stitched With Heart, Soul, and Style Article by Megan Ewing | Photography by Stephanie Hopkins When Janet Smolic made her first hat, it wasn’t about style—it was about getting through the day. After losing her father, her niece, and then her son in just a few months, she was completely overwhelmed by grief and looking for anything to hold onto. “I lived in that room,” she says, describing her garage-turned-art studio. “I tried everything... Painting...

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Native Style

How Sun Treasurz Weaves Tradition Into Their Creations Article by Anna Lineberry | Photography by Courtesy of Sun Treasurz At the heart of every Sun Treasurz creation is a deep respect for heritage, craftsmanship, and culture. Operating as a remote business, Sun Treasurz is known especially for their handmade Native American-style moccasins, each pair a unique expression of tradition, artistry, and personal identity. Co-owners Mike Kreus and Sheila Merriman launched Sun Treasurz after working...