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Beekeeping is an ancient craft. It goes back to when we were hunter-foragers. In recent yearn, there has been an explosion of new products. Flavor infusions. Natural health and beauty products. Innovative household items. Some are terrific and some are just flashy.

Banner Bees exemplifies what can happen when deep respect for and attention to craft is combined with a creative artistic bent. It’s a combination that is only seen occasionally, because few people will commit the time required and creativity is always in short supply.

That combination results in surprising new takes on traditional craft items. Flavor infusions that complement the honey. Visually striking beeswax articles. Innovative health and beauty products.

At Banner Bees, Angela’s father-in-law and husband were serious lifelong beekeeping hobbyists. Very serious. They made themselves into true artisans through study and a depth of practical experience that comes to the dedicated over time. Their attention to the needs of their bee colonies results in the most flavorful honey. Angela made a career change to launch Banner Bees and develop creative products of the highest quality.

This is a textbook case of great products coming from a merging of tradition and creativity.