Angela Cuartas, a jewelry maker from North Aurora sells her wares at the Western Springs French Market.
Q: What’s the name of your business?
A: Angela Cuartes Jewelry
Q. How would you describe your jewelry?
A: It’s all natural stones, pearls and sterling silver. It’s all handmade.
Q: How long have you been making jewelry?
A: Since 2009
Q: What do you enjoy about making jewelry?
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A: For me it’s a way to explore my artistic side. I have a B.A. in design.
Q: Where are you from originally?
A: Columbia
Q: Why did you come to the U.S.?
A: Because of my husband. He’s a special education teacher at School District U-46 in Streamwood.
Q: Do you have any pets?
A: Yes. We have a dog, Sparky. He’s a golden doodle.
Q: What’s on your bucket list?
A: One of the things I’ve dreamed of is to go to Iceland to see the Aurora Borealis and to go to Alaska during the summer.
Q: What would be your super power if you could have one?
A: I would make this world a better place, reduce poverty. Just make the world a better place.
Q: What’s your pet peeve?
A: People who are always late. I’m always on time. I think it’s a lack of respect for the other people.
Q: What’s your favorite color?
A: Blue
Q: What was one of your favorite vacations?
A: For me the perfect vacation is at the ocean. We usually go to the Caribbean in the summer.
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