Stacie Forbes
Heartifactory
Exhibiting at Studio – D Guest
Wearable accessories made with beads, found objects & fabric
Stacie Forbes
166 Nina Street
St. Paul, MN
651 280-0989
staciebforbes@gmail.com
heartifactory.com
I majored in studio/art history in college and enjoyed teaching art at the elementary level for 25 years. I knew exactly what I wanted to do when I retired! My business, Heartifactory, emerged in 2017. My jewelry is constructionist, unusual and unique. I pride my myself on collecting materials from garage and estate sales, antique and creative reuse stores, plus donations from my clan of admirers.
My work with textiles began 4 years ago when my Mom wanted a pouch to carry her reading glasses. I only use durable upholstery fabric to sew bags for glasses, cell phones, knitting materials and over-the-shoulder tote bags. I love the compliments about the embellishments I attach to each bag to make them a bit whimsical and fun.
All this creative and imaginative energy makes my heart beat to a joyful rhythm. I have the perfect retirement activity!