Kesler's Kountry Kreations had the great opportunity to become part of the Monticello community when Tracy Bartels, owner of The Morning Mug, invited them to open their business on the balcony level of her coffee shop back in 2018. Husband and wife team, Chad and Angie Kesler, jumped at the chance. "It was a dream we always had, to open a little business and share our love of vintage, primitive, and handmade decor with others," said Angie.

When The Morning Mug was sold and became The Java Lava Café, current owner Nikkoleen Bongard asked the Keslers if they would like to stay and keep the...