Not afraid of color: local jewelry artist discusses her passion

Posted on by Megan Dombroski

After 23 years making a living as a jewelry artist, Tamala Wells still doesn’t see herself pursuing any other career. A member of the Southern Highland Craft Guild, in this video Wells discusses her passion for her craft. 

Her work is available at Allanstand Craft Shop, Guild Crafts, Parkway Craft Center and Cumberland Crafts and the Southern Highland Craft Guild Online Store. To contact Wells, email at tamela.wells@gmail.com or by phone at 828-298-3284. 

Featuring more than 200 craftspeople, the Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands will continue until Sunday, July 22, at the US Cellular Center (formerly the Asheville Civic Center). 

Hours:
Saturday: 10am to 6pm;
Sunday: 10am to 5pm

For more information:
Call 828-298-7928 or visit the Southern Highland Craft Guild website
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