Valley Tie Dye: Mother and daughter duo show their true colors at Alaska State Fair

PALMER — The Valley Tie Dye booth has been at the Alaska State Fair for well over a decade.

Stacie Marshall and her daughter Daryan Marshall worked together throughout the 2022 season.

“She makes all the tie dye and I sell it,” Daryan said.

Stacie said that she’s enjoyed growing her small business as the demand for her spectrum of colorful tie dye clothing increased year after year.

Stacie said the very first venue Valley Tie Dye appeared at was the Wasilla Farmer’s Market back when it was held at the old town site.

“It was kind of for a bit of fun and it grew and turned into a real business,” Stacie said with a laugh.

Now, Valley Tie Dye is a recognizable booth with a strong following of customers each season.

“It’s a lot of work but it’s worth it,” Daryan said. “You meet all kinds of interesting people. Every day you meet somebody with a cool story to share.”

Contact Mat-Su Valley Frontiersman reporter Jacob Mann at jacob.mann@frontiersman.com