Family pewter shop perfects its craft
Judy Sams knew exactly whom to call when she needed 150 paperweights for a conference sponsored by the Virginia Business Education Association.
“When I have the opportunity to buy presenter or participant gifts, I go to Virginia Pewtersmith,” Sams said. “I never have to check each individual piece. I know they will be perfect. They take such pride in their product, and they want you to take pride in your ownership.”
Dorothy Mauro and her husband, John, purchased Virginia Pewtersmith in April 1994. The couple’s son Christopher, the youngest of six children, was disabled and out of work.
“We bought the business so Chris could have a job,” Mauro said. “He has a brain injury, and we wanted him to be able to work with his hands. Virginia Pewtersmith was ideal. It was a gift from God.”
