Z-Town Made is a new indie craft collective in Kutztown. The group meets every Thursday at the Kutztown Fire Company and new members are always welcome. The group is currently working on the early stages of promotion through their blog and Facebook.

These ladies sure can craft!

Mary runs Collier Leeds, a boutique site for exquisite, handmade dog collars. These collars are constructed from quality leather, brass findings, and semi-precious stones. They are designed to be both useful and heirlooms that last.

Kimberly is the proprietress of Chez Sucre Chez. Her embroidery & cross-stitch is both hip and timeless. Her designs have won the praise of the editors at Etsy and she was recently featured in ReadyMade & Country Living magazines.

Karen, who first contacted me about Z-Town Made, creates amazing sterling silver jewelry available at Skylark Studio on Etsy.

Melanie runs an amazing custom invitation business – loveyourinvite.com – and a fabulous illustration shop on Etsy – Spread the Love – AND organizes a group of Emerging Female Entrepreneurs in the Berks County area.

Having seen Melanie, Karen, and Kimberly’s work in person, I can tell you that this is modern crafting at its best. There are more Z-Town Made artisans waiting to be discovered as well. Check out their blog, get in touch, and stop by a meeting. You’ll be glad you did!

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