10-year-old Layla Duga makes beaded animals

Editor’s Note: Each month, the Sun-News is spotlighting a youth entrepreneur collaborating within the Cruces Kids Can — Jr. Vendor Program, a mission meant to encourage and equip the youngest enterprise folks. Students’ participation entails showcasing and promoting their items from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays on the Farmers & Crafts Market of Las Cruces within the metropolis’s downtown. While the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the scholars’ schedule promoting on the market, their items are nonetheless obtainable via their on-line shops.

Layla Duga

Age: 10

Grade: Fourth grade, Doña Ana Elementary School

Business: Bead Pets

Where did the concept come from?

My dad taught me easy methods to do it. I then began designing my very own animals.

Describe your merchandise:

I make beaded animals utilizing pony beads.

How lengthy does it take to make your merchandise?

Depending on the scale of the piece, it will possibly take wherever from 10-Half-hour.

Describe your course of:

I usually go surfing to get an thought for inspiration, after which I begin making a “Pet.” I created an elf all alone. I’ve to decide on which beads I need to use for my design in addition to the string.

What are the costs of your merchandise?

Small: $2

Large: $3

If I’m eager about your merchandise, how do I contact you?

On the Kids Can Facebook web page (https://www.facebook.com/kidscan.dac)

How lengthy have you ever been concerned with Kids Can?

I began the afterschool program this college 12 months.

What is your favourite half about being a Jr. Vendor?

I prefer to earn cash, and studying about easy methods to run a enterprise.

April Christensen is the founding father of the Kids Can Youth Entrepreneur Program at Community Action Agency. For extra info, she may be reached at kidscan.yep@gmail.com or name 575-680-6766.

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