Featured Artist

After a career in Supply Management of 25+ years, Katie began designing and hand crafting jewelry.  In October 2006, she started her business, Bonya’s.

Katie says, "I love patterns, natural and man-made, and man’s ancient ornamental designs.  These elements, combined with my life experiences and perspective, are the foundation of my inspiration and creativity.

A self-taught artist, I hand craft all of my jump rings, findings, chain, and filigree from .925 Argentium Sterling Silver wire.  Argentium Sterling Silver is tarnish-resistant, nickel-free and scratch-resistant; the perfect 21^st century white metal, and a joy to work with.

Some of the most notable shows I’ve attended are:  Yankee Peddler Today, Art in the Village at Legacy Village, Ohio Mart, Akron Art Expo, Cain Park, Christmas Arts & Crafts at E. J. Thomas, and Art by the Falls at Chagrin Falls. 

I am a member of Ohio Designer Craftsmen and the Vice President and a Founding Member of the Ohio Jewelry and Metal Arts Guild.

My business name, “Bonya”, came from my step-daughters oldest son, Nathan.  Since Nathan has two “Grandma’s”, I thought I’d have him call me “Nana”.  Despite my best efforts, “Nana” came out as “Bonya”, and Bonya I’ve been ever since."

Katie Mullins teaches wire working and chain maille classes at Lake Erie Artists Gallery.