My Favorite Female Makers
Are you looking for hand-crafted, one-of-a-kind gifts for your loved ones this year? Gosh, I hope so… let’s shop small and shop intentional, y’all!
Over the years, as a creator, I have had the honor of meeting some fabulous female makers… some of them I get to call best friends! Their crafts(wo)manship and skills leave me in awe and I just want to shout from the rooftop about these fabulous women. So, without furtherado, here are my favorite female makers and their businesses in 2022!
Lainey Wright - Weather and Story
Lainey and I met about five years ago. We hit it off right away! She’s a musician, but the spotlight is currently on her leatherwork. Wowza, can this chick work some leather magic! My two purses, mandolin strap, wallet, and favorite journal all hail from Lainey’s talented hands. If you’re looking for leather items that are handmade and infused with badass feminine energy, this is you’re gal. My favorite piece in her shop right now is the Everyday Sling. Find your forever leather goods here!
Lainey is offering my readers 15% off through the end of the year with the code “15OFF”.
Chayse Romero - Frontera Silver
I messaged Chayse when I first moved to Durango after my husband, Travis, told me multiple times that he thought she and I would be great friends. Ha, Travis must know me well, because Chayse is THE BOMB! Every chance I get to soak up this gal’s adventurous energy is such a gift. Chayse has made some incredible custom silver pieces for my family and my favorite items in her shop are her custom engagement rings! Travis, if you’re reading this… we could have more than one wedding ring each, right?;) If you’re looking for mountain range jewelry or rad bolos, Frontera Silver is where it’s at. Check out her online shop here or visit her shop in downtown Durango!
Chayse is offering my readers 10% off through the end of the year with the code “ILOVELADYOWNED”.
Ri - Wild Child Media Co.
This photography magician is truly one of my “secret weapons”. Ri and I came together when I decided to start upping my marketing game for my businesses. I had no idea where to start or what to do, but I saw Ri’s photos and knew that if I got some branding photos… I’d surely find a path forward. Ri’s photos have taken my business to a whole new level… and honestly she has boosted my self-confidence, too! Check out her services here!
Ri is offering my readers 10% off all and any sessions with the code “ktr10” (mention the code when you are booking!)
Anya Chang-DePuy - WabiSabi Silver
Anya is my newest friend and business crush! This gal has it all… a peaceful demeanor, a heart of gold, and a skill that leaves your jaw on the floor. So, another silversmith here. (I somehow attract silversmiths as friends… I dreamed of becoming a silversmith years ago…instead I just became friends with the best of them.) Anya is known for her dendritic agate pieces, but personally I love her desert jasper earrings and statement rings. I love watching items find homes within minutes when she has a shop update. Check out her available pieces here!
Anya’s offering my readers 10% off anything with the code “abundance”.
Elliott Brinkley - Dancing Willow Herbs
A few years ago I heard about this chick that was taking over the local apothecary here in Durango, CO. She was in the process of buying the business when we finally connected. I served Elliott tea and that was it… instant best friends. She’s incredibly smart, super intuitive, and a healing hand when it comes to creating herbal tinctures and remedies for all sorts of discomforts and dis-ease. I use so many products from Dancing Willow Herbs, but my favorites are the Extra medicinal herbal mulling spices, the love cordials, and her Rooted Heart Elixir. If you’re looking for natural remedies or tasty teas, this is your shop! Check out her online shop here.
Elliott is offering my readers 10% off with the code KatieRamos
I love these incredible women and they inspire me over and over again to follow my dreams and keep creating beauty and magic in this world. I hope that you check them out and support their dreams by buying their hand-crafted creations this season!
Wishing you a beautiful holiday season and remember to be kind to yourself, friends. You are incredible.