Mary Frazier and Marie Jackson, friends and fellow school bus drivers for the Twin Valley School District, had always talked about opening a store that featured their handmade crafts as well as those made by local artisans.

Their dream became reality with the opening of The She Shed, located at 3605 E. Main St., Morgantown, on Nov. 3, 2020. Housed in a former hair salon, The She Shed offers country decor, including signs, candles, artwork, lamps, wreaths and furniture. Other featured products include dish towels, mugs, handmade Valentine's Day and birthday cards and bath and beauty products.

The women met at the bus lot five years ago, and they still work as school bus drivers. "We always wanted to open a shop and one day we said, 'Let's try it.' It happened really fast," said Jackson. "Between finding the place and opening was one month."

Locally crafted products at the store include furniture, such as a storage table with drawers made by a local student. "A college student looking to make some extra money redid some furniture and we bought from her to sell," said Jackson. "There are a bunch of artists in a co-op that come together, and we purchase from them (as well)."

Frazier explained that the pandemic forced the cancellation of many craft shows and that area artists now have a place to showcase their items in The She Shed. "We sell artisan boxes, which (include) a sample of everything made by local small businesses," she said. "We try to get all of our refurbished furniture locally. We have a local person who makes wine racks and jewelry."

"We are always adding something new. We try to change it up every week," Jackson noted.

Those who visit The She Shed will enjoy browsing the merchandise in a very casual setting. "We wanted it to be homey, cozy and warm - a living room atmosphere," said Jackson. "It is small and welcoming. That was our goal. We had a couple of names we (considered), but She Shed said it best."

The She Shed is open on Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, readers may call 484-516-4081, email oursheshed@yahoo.com or visit http://www.facebook.com/SheShedCountryDecor.