Homeschool Business Listing, St. Joseph, Missouri Area
Aristotle once said:
"All who have meditated on the art of governing mankind have been convinced that the fate of empires depends on the education of youth."
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Beauty Consultation
Sharon Waters: Mary Kay Beauty Consultant
(816) 232-1362
2929 S. 29th
St. Joseph, MO 64503
Sharon says, "If you need product, samples, or would like to have a class, call Sharon Waters." Sharon is an independent Mary Kay beauty consultant.
Books
Homeschool Bookstore
www.stjohomeschool.com/bookstore.html
Support this website! Shop from our homeschool bookstore! There are several great books on home education and parenting. Free shipping on all orders over $25.00! Secure checkout!
Candles
A Mother's and Daughter's Love: Homemade Candles
Lavita Bohon
P.O. Box 92
Wathena, KS 66090
(785) 989-3150
This homeschooling family is offering all natural soy candles, grubbies, electric grubbies, and gift baskets for all occasions. Lavita says, "My daughter and I have been in the candle and craft-making business for about 8 years - always coming up with new and exciting things!" The candles will soon be available on eBay, as well.
Just Between Sisters: Homemade Candles
Carrie Shindorf
carrieshindorf@yahoo.com
(816) 232-8705
Carrie says, "We carry homemade candles made in our very own kitchen. Our candles are made with the finest wicking and wax available. We celebrate each holiday and season with special scents. With 12 years experience, our candles are highly fragranced and have long burning times."
Computers and Website Design
Artistic Tech, LLC Website Design
Michelle Bland
www.artistictech.com
greatsites@artistictech.com
(816) 324-0546
Michelle says, "I do website design and development. Servies that I offer include hosting, domain name services, website design, development, flash and gif animations, logo design, photography and image manipulation, PDF conversions, promotional e-mails, e-commerce, search engine and web optimization, stock photos, maintenance, and more! My sites are w3c standards compliant and accessible. If you run a small business, and have services that my family can use, then I am also willing to barter services! Sample websites are: Saint Joseph Home Educator Support and Information Page, Luxury Culinary Cruises, Missouri Academy of Sciences Annual Meeting Page, and Bread of Life Organic Bakery, Gluten Free. For more examples, or for pricing information, please e-mail me at greatsites@artistictech.com. (By the way, my website is still under construction. I've been so busy making other people's pages, that I haven't had time to complete mine!)"
Phillip Trenary: Computer Repair and Network Installation
(816) 676-2872
loridt@hotmail.com
Lori (Philli's wife), says, "Phillip is a computer technician for the St. Joseph School District, with experience in all Windows environments and MacIntosh as well. He has an extensive background in networking, including wired and wireless networks."
Electrical
Mike Slocum and Son CJ (homeschool student): Electrical Contractors, S and S Contractors
660-652-3700
mike@QuietWatersFarm.com
www.sscontractorsinc.com
Jean (Mike's wife), says, "Mike and his family have just moved to the Missouri area. He has over 30 years experience in all phases of electrical construction, maintenance and repair having worked on farms, in industrial and commercial settings, and on residential property. Mike is originally from Nebraska where he's held a Master Electrical Contractors license for 20 years. He now holds a St Joseph and Maryville Masters license in Missouri and is working on getting his Kansas Masters license also."
Fiber: Sheep, Llama, Alpaca
Quiet Waters Farm
Jean Slocum
660-652-3700
info@QuietWatersFarm.com
www.QuietWatersFarm.com
Jean says, "In addition to healthy foods, Fiber is also a big element of the farm as the Slocum's raise sheep, Llamas and Alpacas. Call them or visit their web site for their fun Sheep to Shawl tour. Jean sells fiber, spins and weaves. Watch for our Annual Shearing Day, March, 2008."
Fundraisers
Angie: DS_Online
816-689-1360
www.freewebs.com/dsonlinesales/
Angie offers Catalog Sales/Parties/Fundraisers.
Handyman
Handyman 343
Tara (the handyman's wife), says, "A firefighter in St. Joe has started a new business called HANDYMAN 343. Can do or repair most anything inside or out including appliances and auto. Can do all phases of construction, residential or comercial. Wood, masonry, concrete. Low rates, free estamits. Make a list and please call Bill at 816-244-9212 or 816-632-2064."
Bill Martinez
816-244-9212 or 816-632-2064
tara044@centurytel.net
Health Foods
Bread of Life Organic Bakery, Gluten Free
(816) 669-1344
P.O. Box 9
Stewartsville, MO 64474
glutenfreelife@yahoo.com
www.gflife.com
Bread of Life Organic Bakery, Gluten Free sells delicious, all natural, organic, gluten and tree nut free cookies, muffins, brownies, and mix. These products are perfect for those with celiac disease, gluten or tree nut allergies. They are also perfect for those who wish for a wholesome, natural, and delicious treat! All gluten and tree nut free products are baked in a gluten and tree nut free facility.
Bread of Life Organic Bakery
(816) 669-1344
P.O. Box 9
Stewartsville, MO 64474
breadoflifeorganics@yahoo.com
www.breadoflifebakery.net
Bread of Life Organic Bakery sells all natural, fresh, organic baked goods. Some available products are whole wheat breads, spelt breads, cinnamon rolls, granolas, cookies, pizza crusts, dipping sauces, and specialty items. If your child has a gluten allergy, and can tolerate spelt, then try their delicious spelt pizza crust! Yum! Personal note from webmaster: Their cinnamon rolls are heavenly, and their gluten free muffins and brownies (see above) are tastier than any regular muffin or brownie you can find! They are unbelievably moist and rich!
Quiet Waters Farm
Jean Slocum
660-652-3700
info@QuietWatersFarm.com
www.QuietWatersFarm.com
Jean says, "We provide Healthy Foods for Healthy Families and More! The Slocum's raise grass-fed beef, lamb and poultry and offer raw Jersey milk to families in NW Missouri. They will be offering a Vegetable CSA in 2008. New is Jean's THE MAKERS MENU PLANNER, a subscription healthy menu planning service."
Insurance
Chad Sprague: Farm Bureau Insurance Agent
816-539-2411 office
816-248-1107 cell
csprague@mofb.com
Chad sells auto, home, life, and health insurance.
Interior Design/Remodeling
Curtis and Ruthann Dunning: Interior Design/Remodeling
No contact information available at this time. Please check back again soon.
The Dunning family says that they "do tiling and European style faux finishes (texture finishes on walls). [We] would be glad to give anyone a bid on any jobs."
Jewelery
Michelle Ray: Jewelery
(660) 663-2848
rayzerbacks6@hotmail.com
Michelle says, "I sell Lia Sophia jewelery. I always offer a special of buy 2, get your most expensive item for half-price."
Beth: Jewelery
As well as offering math tutoring and sewing services (see below), Beth also creates and sells jewelery.
Judgment Recovery
Steven C. Carrillo: Watchman Industries
P.O. Box 982
St. Joseph, MO 64502
(816) 262-6172
watchmanindustries@yahoo.com
www.watchmanindustries.com
Elishia Carrillo (Steve's wife) says, "3 years ago we found ourselves with a significant judgment (to us) and no payment. We had carried back a 2nd for a guy on a property and he didn’t pay. Then, we had out-of-pocket expenses to hire a lawyer to even get the judgment. THEN – no pay. We were stunned. Steve enforced that judgment himself – even though the guy also owed someone else 6 digits several times over and the attorneys from Kansas City didn’t get him a cent of the money the courts said the guy had to pay him! He has been recovering judgments ever since and the important thing to know is that he doesn’t get paid unless you do!"
Massage
Joanie McCrerey: Massage and Reflexology
(816) 473-2741
Joanie offers goods and services in Massage, Reflexology, Essential Oils, and Aromatherapy.
Medical
Robert Sturdevant, DO Pediatric Care, PC
811 Westchester Avenue
Harrisonville, MO 64701
816-887-1987 or 816-887-1990 (fax)
Dr. Sturdevant describes his practice, "Providing pediatric medical care for ages 0-18. Board certified in pediatrics. Most commercial insurances and Missouri Medicaid accepted. We are 90 miles from Saint Joseph (south), near Belton."
Music
Kathy Weeks: Piano Lessons
(816) 324-4539
kathy64485@yahoo.com
Kathy offers piano lessons, and is located in the Savannah, MO area (north of St. Joe).
Janene Collins: Private Music Lessons
Janene offers private piano, guitar, and voice lessons and has 30 years experience.
Sharon Waters: Piano/Voice Lessons
(816) 232-1362
2929 S. 29th
St. Joseph, MO 64503
Sharon says that she offers "weekly, 1/2 hour lessons in my home."
Sewing
Beth: Custom Sewing
Beth says, "I design and sew. I can design a Custom Botique child's outfit that is modest and stylish. I also like to design and sew skirts for the moms, and baby slings. I'm working on diaper bags, but I'm not happy with my design thus far.) Another thing I do is some jewelery, and ribbon crocheted beaded socks."
Singing and Singing Telegrams
Eulaie Pearl Singing Telegrams
Holiday Atkison
(816) 390-5517 or (816) 396-5383
hldytknsn@yahoo.com
Holiday says, "Eulalie Pearl Swampbottom is everybody's country cousing - they just don't know it yet! Eulalie brings balloons and candy and a song that is written just for your special occasion! She'll bring ya up to date on the cousins, find out why ya didn't make it to the family reunion, and embarass the livin' snot out of yore loved ones fer ya!
Another character who loves to make house calls (or work calls), is Doc Holiday! He's a gunslinger turned plastic surgeion! Doc Holiday also brings balloons and candy and is ready to perform discount liposuction and botox injections (don't worry - it wont hurt him a bit!). He's got a rubber glove and a turkey baster, and he ain't afraid to use 'em.! He also brings a song to cheer up his patient and leaves you with a smile!
I can also tailor-make a character to fit your event, sales meeting, or other venue. Call me and we'll make sure your next family or business get-together is somethin' no one will forget!
All singing telegrams and performances are family friendly -- nuthin' untoward!"
Adrienne Collins (age 16): Singer
Adrienne can sing for weddings.
Swimming
Keri Delahay: Swim Lessons
Keri Delahay
(816) 233-3025
kdelahay@yahoo.com
Keri says, "I will be teaching swimming lessons again this summer. I prefer those interested would email me for more information. first and then we can talk by phone as the plans progress.
Tutoring
Beth: Math Tutor
Beth says, "I have a degree in Mathematics and tutor."
Video Production
Derrick Collins (age 20): Video Production
Derick does video production and free-lance graphic design.