Erin Trumble found a home for her business in the mountains of Gilpin
By Esmee Halsted
Erin Trumble, a local business entrepreneur, is the owner of Independent Mountain Jewelry Co. She creates art pieces using stone, including pocket knives, chef’s knives, rings, and necklaces. Erin started her silversmithing business nine years back in South Florida as a stay-at-home mom. “Nap times and post-bedtimes became my time to let my creative juices flow. Among many other things that I was making with my hands, I rediscovered my love for making jewelry and handmade gifts. Around the same time, a friend of mine was running a very successful handmade market and presented me with the opportunity to “give it a shot.” With her support and the encouragement from many of my gal pals, I set out with a folding table and 12 necklaces. In hindsight that seems so ridiculous now. Well, those necklaces all sold within the first hour and I realized I might be onto something. Coincidentally, my husband left his job in pursuit of a new career in Colorado, which landed us in Denver and that was what really propelled my business. Artisan markets became my stomping grounds and where I spent every weekend for years. I met so many amazing clients and boutique owners and my business exploded.”
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