RIBBON CUTTING … A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for DM Creations in Metamora this past week. Owner Debbie Campbell cuts the ribbon and was joined by family, friends, members of the Metamora Chamber of Commerce, Village of Metamora representatives, and the Fulton County Economic Development Corporation.
By: Jacob Kessler
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
jacob@thevillagereporter.com
A new store has opened up in Metamora called DM Creations. On Friday, May 31st, a ribbon cutting ceremony was held for the new business, located at 121 West Main Street. The store specializes in themed and custom apparel, as well as other custom gifts.
Current owner Debbie Campbell started the business with Michelle Herr back in 2020. Previous customers may recognize the name DM Designs, as this was the name the company previously operated under.
This name change took place after Herr passed away back in 2022. Her passing inspired a new line at the store called, “Inspired By Michelle”.
The two originally conducted all of their business from Debbie’s basement. They started out with basic t-shirts being made with vinyl.
Debbie explained that the idea began as two people just hanging out. “It was two moms who just wanted to hang out and have a good time. Word of mouth took over and we started getting more orders.”
As time went on, the two looked into the Hometown Team Works operation in town. Debbie explained they were looking at it and Michelle decided to buy it.
It was then that the two moved from selling just t-shirts with vinyl designs to selling products with screen-printed designs as well.
Today, the company has moved out of the basement into its very own storefront. A good assortment of shirts, hats, and cups are available, with many premade items featuring Evergreen Vikings logos. The shop however is not limited to just Evergreen items.
If you have a design for it, DM Creations can bring it to life. Numerous businesses and organizations have been helped by DM Creations, with previous orders ranging anywhere from 1 to 550 shirts.
DM Creations have also partnered with other local business owners, in order to be a local outlet for them. The shop currently sells products from JM Country Creations of Delta, Fisher Apiary of Metamora, and Green Bubble Gorgeous.
Debbie explained that, for these products sold by other companies in her store, no price increase is added on for what is sold. The price inside the store is the same price you will see for that item elsewhere.
As for other items at the shop, Debbie explained that the main focus for now is on t-shirts, cups, and hats. New designs will come available as time goes on, and additional items may come out as well. The hope is to become a destination spot for gift items in addition to apparel.
So, if you are in need of some new custom apparel, head on over to DM Creations inside Metamora.