Handmade Happiness Boutique Grand Opening

We are pleased to announce one of our beloved members of the Richmond Craft Mafia, Maryellen Kim, has opened her own brick and mortar shop here in the Richmond area. Her shop has been christened Handmade Happiness Boutique and the name couldn't be more fitting. 

photo by Tasha Mckelvey

The gift and craft boutique is stocked full of handmade goodies from her Twist Style collection and from other independent crafters and designers from the east coast and beyond. We maybe a wee bit biased on how lovely we think her shop is, but don't just take our word for it. She is having her Big Grand Opening this weekend, May 19th from 10am - 4pm and is located in the heart of Chester Village Green, at 4308 Chester Village Lane, Chester, VA.  

The Chester Farmers Market will also be happening in the village and the local bakery, D’lish will be making special treats for her opening. As a extra cherry on top, Maryellen has in store giveaways and door prizes – including gift certificates to the Handmade Happinesss Boutique, and a collection of Twist Style jewelry worth more than $200! I can't think of a better way to spend a Saturday.

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