Applefest 2022 & 2023: Limited Edition Commemorative Pins Produced by Behind Your Design

November 7, 2023

For the 50th anniversary of Applefest in 2022, Ronny Medawar, the owner of Medawar Jewelers, generously sponsored a commemorative lapel pin. These pins were sold to raise funds for St. John the Evangelical Catholic Church in Fenton. The 500 pins from last year were extremely popular and sold out in no time. They were exclusively designed and crafted by our team at Behind Your Design!


Patricia Lockwood, the Applefest Finance Chair, reported the 2023 year's collectible lapel pins were once again a huge success. Especially for those individuals who have a penchant for collecting rare and unique treasures.


The 51st Applefest lapel pins were alsodesigned and made by Mills and Medawar sponsored them.


"Being chosen once again to craft the commemorative pins for Applefest in 2023 was an immense honor for us. This remarkable chance allows us to fashion a unique memento for our wonderful community. Collaborating with long-time clients like Ronny Medawar and Pat Lockwood is an absolute delight, as we share a deep understanding of their visions and possess the ability to transform them into reality!" Chelsea Mills


This collaboration results in a fantastic design every year which community members will be able to cherish for years to come!


Click the link below to read the article written about us and the pins featured in Tri-County Times!

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