Posted on August 20, 2012
The doors closed and she was out of a job, worried about how she was going to make ends meet. But soon she discovered the closure was a blessing in disguise.
Two years ago, the paper company that Judi Jamieson-Rader worked for closed. Suddenly, turning her hobby into a business was a “do it or die” situation, as she put it. In short order, she plunged full speed ahead, turning her artistic talent into a new full-time job.
Along the way, her Middletown home became her new place of employment as the owner of a glassware business.
Today, Jamieson-Rader markets her hand-painted goblets and stemware from her website,Judipaintedit.com. Enamel paints are used in the floral designs, followed by a clear coat for durability. The glasses are then baked to make all products safe for dishwashers.
Looking into a Judipaintedit wine goblet is like gazing into a real flower. The intricate details in each painting bring the glass to life. The crafted glasses are made for all occasions.
Also, everything Jamieson-Rader uses — paints, glasses and scalloped tags — are made in the U.S., she noted.
“It gives me personal satisfaction to contribute something to our economy regardless of how small it may be,” she said.
