“Life is complicated. We try to infuse characters and animals with layers of depth that may not be immediately apparent.”

Mother-daughter team Mary and Shelly Klein like to put family front and center. The sweet, personalized illustrations of kids, couples, and furry friends that adorn their home decor items are drawn by Shelly, who is a painter. Each piece is handmade in their Grand Rapids, Michigan studio using sustainable manufacturing practices, natural hemp, organic cotton, recycled wool, and natural feathers.