Bay Area 'hippie' breathes easier by making, selling her own candles
Krista Jacobson started Hippies Homemade Candles in her kitchen back in 2013. She worked as a message therapist burning candles every day, but that was a problem.
Krista Jacobson started Hippies Homemade Candles in her kitchen back in 2013. She worked as a message therapist burning candles every day, but that was a problem.
Made in Tampa Bay: Hippies Homemade Candles
Krista Jacobson started Hippies Homemade Candles in her kitchen back in 2013.
Krista Jacobson started Hippies Homemade Candles in her kitchen back in 2013.
Tampa woman turns old cigar boxes into fashionable accessories
Ybor City was once known as the cigar capitol of the world, which means the city has produced its share of cigar boxes as well. Now, one local woman has made a business out of up-cycling these pieces of Tampa history.
Ybor City was once known as the cigar capitol of the world, which means the city has produced its share of cigar boxes as well. Now, one local woman has made a business out of up-cycling these pieces of Tampa history.
Made in Tampa Bay: Humadorables cigar box handbags
Ybor City was once known as the cigar capitol of the world, which means the city has produced its share of cigar boxes as well. Now, one local woman has made a business out of up-cycling these pieces of Tampa history. Susan Jordan of Humadorables by Susan turns the boxes into beautiful purses.
Ybor City was once known as the cigar capitol of the world, which means the city has produced its share of cigar boxes as well. Now, one local woman has made a business out of up-cycling these pieces of Tampa history. Susan Jordan of Humadorables by Susan turns the boxes into beautiful purses.
Made in Tampa Bay: Farmer Boy authentic Greek dressing
You don?t need to go to Greece for an authentic Mediterranean flavor. Just hope over to clearwater where farmer boy Greek dressing is made. It can be found on every Publix shelf in Florida, but it's made right here in the Tampa Bay area.
You don?t need to go to Greece for an authentic Mediterranean flavor. Just hope over to clearwater where farmer boy Greek dressing is made. It can be found on every Publix shelf in Florida, but it's made right here in the Tampa Bay area.
Patriotic artwork honors firefighters using repurposed fire hose
Temple Terrace firefighters David Burton and Andy Muzzy make American flags from retired fire equipment.
Temple Terrace firefighters David Burton and Andy Muzzy make American flags from retired fire equipment.
Made in Tampa Bay: Firehouse Art
Temple Terrace firefighters David Burton and Andy Muzzy make American flags from retired fire equipment.
Temple Terrace firefighters David Burton and Andy Muzzy make American flags from retired fire equipment.
Bench Heaven: Frostproof man brings old iron benches back to life
When Joe Yurt retired, he began restoring old iron benches and turned his hobby into a business. “It's like, it's dead, then I bring it back,” he explained.
When Joe Yurt retired, he began restoring old iron benches and turned his hobby into a business. “It's like, it's dead, then I bring it back,” he explained.
Tampa jewelry-maker creates intricate pieces using natural stone
When Erika Williner couldn’t find the perfect piece of jewelry, she designed it herself.
When Erika Williner couldn’t find the perfect piece of jewelry, she designed it herself.
Made in Tampa Bay: Erika Williner Jewelry
When Erika Williner couldn’t find the perfect piece of jewelry, she designed it herself. She wanted something beautiful that also represents the natural beauty of the Tampa Bay area -- and the world.
When Erika Williner couldn’t find the perfect piece of jewelry, she designed it herself. She wanted something beautiful that also represents the natural beauty of the Tampa Bay area -- and the world.
In her Tampa studio, seamstress creates contemporary costumes for couture cosplayers
Walking into Liz Martinez's apartment, you learn a lot. She likes Star Wars. She likes fabrics. She likes costumes.
Walking into Liz Martinez's apartment, you learn a lot. She likes Star Wars. She likes fabrics. She likes costumes.
Made in Tampa Bay: Scarlet Stitchery
Walking into Liz Martinez's apartment, you learn a lot. She likes Star Wars. She likes fabrics. She likes costumes. She decided to make it her full-time job. Her costumes are available through Etsy and various social media platforms under the name Scarlet Stitchery.
Walking into Liz Martinez's apartment, you learn a lot. She likes Star Wars. She likes fabrics. She likes costumes. She decided to make it her full-time job. Her costumes are available through Etsy and various social media platforms under the name Scarlet Stitchery.
Yard sign surprises keep spirits high despite stress of social distancing
With 'stay at home' orders canceling celebrations, a Tampa company is delivering some much-needed cheer with yard signs.
With 'stay at home' orders canceling celebrations, a Tampa company is delivering some much-needed cheer with yard signs.
Food Not Flowers lets you send comfort, food to someone's front door
With everyone ordering food in these days and a Tampa Bay area company is right in step with the times.
With everyone ordering food in these days and a Tampa Bay area company is right in step with the times.
Made in Tampa Bay: Food not Flowers meal delivery
Whether it's a new baby, losing a loved one, or just to let someone know you care, a Bay Area company based its products on making others feel loved through the gift ready-to-eat, healthy meals.
Whether it's a new baby, losing a loved one, or just to let someone know you care, a Bay Area company based its products on making others feel loved through the gift ready-to-eat, healthy meals.
Made in Tampa Bay: Conquer Custom
Patrick Laughlin served 20 years in the military. But when he retired, he made a business out of his life-long passion for cars.
Patrick Laughlin served 20 years in the military. But when he retired, he made a business out of his life-long passion for cars.
From your house to the space station, this Pinellas Park company keeps things clear
Madico prides itself as one of the world's leading manufacturers of innovative window film. The products manufactured by the Pinellas Park company affect everyday life.
Madico prides itself as one of the world's leading manufacturers of innovative window film. The products manufactured by the Pinellas Park company affect everyday life.
Made in Tampa Bay: Madico
Madico prides itself as one of the world's leading manufacturers of innovative window film. The products manufactured by the Pinellas Park company affect everyday life.
Madico prides itself as one of the world's leading manufacturers of innovative window film. The products manufactured by the Pinellas Park company affect everyday life.
Turn wood into personal art and home decor at a Tampa Bay DIY studio
Nook & Cranny, Tampa Bay's original DIY home decor studio offers unique home decor workshops.
Nook & Cranny, Tampa Bay's original DIY home decor studio offers unique home decor workshops.
Made in Tampa Bay: Nook and Cranny DIY workshops
Why buy home d?cor?when you can do it yourself? Nook and?Cranny, located in Pinellas Park, is?a DIY home decor studio that offers a variety of unique wood workshops and a fun hands-on experience.
Why buy home d?cor?when you can do it yourself? Nook and?Cranny, located in Pinellas Park, is?a DIY home decor studio that offers a variety of unique wood workshops and a fun hands-on experience.