In Loving Memory of Marcia Ceppos — A Visionary of Beauty and Craftsmanship
The creative and artisan community is deeply mourning the loss of Marcia Ceppos, the beloved owner of Tinsel Trading Company, who passed away in California in 2025. Her passing marks the end of an era for countless artists, designers, and collectors who found inspiration, friendship, and creative refuge within her world of vintage beauty.
Marcia was a true visionary — a guardian of old-world craftsmanship and a champion of timeless artistry. Through her stewardship of Tinsel Trading Company, she transformed a humble notion of a supply shop into a magical sanctuary for creatives. Her collection of vintage trims, ribbons, buttons, and embellishments wasn’t just inventory; it was a living archive of history, creativity, and human touch.
For decades, Marcia’s shop served as a haven for those who believed in the beauty of detail. Designers, decorators, and dreamers alike were drawn to her exquisite eye, her generosity of spirit, and her endless knowledge of the materials she so lovingly curated. Each piece she shared carried a story — of fashion, art, and the hands that once made them — and Marcia made sure those stories continued to shine.
Beyond her work, Marcia was known for her warmth, her grace, and her genuine love for people. She built a community that transcended craft — one rooted in connection, creativity, and care. Her influence extended far beyond the walls of her store, inspiring generations to value craftsmanship and to find beauty in even the smallest of details.
As we mourn her passing, we also celebrate the incredible legacy she leaves behind — one woven from threads of artistry, passion, and devotion. Her life’s work will continue to inspire those who seek to preserve the handmade and the heartfelt.
Marcia Ceppos will forever be remembered as a pioneer, a curator of beauty, and a beloved friend to the creative spirit in all of us. Her light, like the shimmering ribbons she so adored, will never fade.
Rest in peace, Marcia. Your artistry lives on in every creation you inspired.