Quality and hand-selected gifts from artists worldwide
terry janis collection: handcrafted jewelry, art and gifts
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1994
What is your primary product or service?
Handcrafted Jewelry, Art, and Gifts
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I graduated with an elementary education degree, but I've always been crafty. I saw in other cities, whimsical stores with great art, and I wanted to bring that to Columbus. I taught myself the business side and opened my first store in 1994 in Grandview. I retired in 2004, but still had a yearning to continue to work with the artists, so I created an online gallery, selling the same handcrafted items, but limiting the number of artists.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
I hand-select all items that are featured. I talk personally to the artist at the time of ordering, so I am knowledgeable in their technique as well as their personal side. I lean toward the colorful and whimsical.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
1
Provide detailed directions to your location
I am an online retailer, but take personal appointments all the time. I am in Bexley and will provide exact location when contacted.
What type of payments do you accept?
All
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
I do
What are your hours of operation?
24-7
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
That THEY got a complement on the item they bought or received.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Wrong is wrong, even when everyone is doing it. Right is right, even when no one is doing it.