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Young Entrepreneurs were Galore at Wilmette Summerfest

They might be young, but these young entrepreneurs were not short of creativity and passion.

Wilmette Summerfest has something for everyone — including several young entrepreneurs selling items they made themselves.

Check out these articles and videos from a few of the young sellers — from a group of 9- and 11-year-olds selling their duct tape accessories to a Loyola Academy graduate whose headpieces have recently been picked up by boutiques in Chicago.

1) New Trier Student Turns Entrepreneur for Animal Shelters: Inspired by her own adoption, Shelby Golden has started her own business to raise money for animal shelters and pet adoption.

2) Watch: Young Entrepreneurs Get Crafty at Summerfest: Where some just see duct tape, these three creative young girls see an opportunity for style.

3) Young Crafter Takes After Father: Like father, like daughter — especially when it comes to this crafty family.

4) Loyola Graduate's Floral Crowns Wow FahionistasLibby Schwab knew she could do better than the floral headpieces she kept seeing around — and her beautiful designs will soon be sold in Chicago boutiques.

5) Watch: Nine-Year-Old Soap Maker Talks Best SellersLucia McConnell's curious nature led her into learning all about how to make soaps of every flavor. In this video, she talks about her top sellers.

6) Watch: Young Fashionista Explains Designs: While most of us are lucky if we can do one crafty thing, this young designer does it all.


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