A couple of months ago I got contacted by a company called State Traditions. They have been in business for 7 years selling state shape apparel and they were putting together an artists market of sellers who make other state shaped items in an effort to be the “go to” place for state shaped items. They came across my necklaces on etsy and wanted me to be a part of it. I was thrilled that they found me and they thought that I represented their brand enough to reach out to me.

During our phone conversation I discovered they were based in Birmingham, AL and I would be traveling there for the first time ever a few weeks later to visit Walker’s sister and family. It felt a little meant to be. So while I was in Birmingham we made plans for me to stop by their offices and warehouse to get a tour and meet the team.

I got to see all of the products sent in by other artists chosen to be a part of the market and it was so cool seeing all of those state shaped items. Then I got a tour of the warehouse where they store all of the State Traditions lines of products and where the shipping and receiving happens. For me it was just so cool to see a company doing so well selling state inspired designs and to hear a little bit about their plans for the future and where they started.

It’s always a great experience to be able to meet the people behind the business and for me to have a personal interaction with a company I am now working with. I wish them the best and I’m very excited to be working with them.

Oh and they didn’t let me leave without making sure I was fully stocked for the 4th of July with USA koozies, stickers, a State Traditions t-shirt, and hat! It was very sweet of them.