Hi, I’m Jen — a small-town Deaf creator with a big heart, a deep love for connection, and an endless curiosity about the little things that make life beautiful.
If you’ve followed me at The ASL Craft Table with The Jenifer Benner, you already know me as the lady with inky fingers, cozy vibes, and a mischievous white boxer named Diesel. But this corner of the internet is a little different. This is where I share life beyond the craft table — the quiet mornings, the messy middles, the family stories, and the everyday moments that don’t always fit into a tutorial or livestream.
I’m a stay-at-home mom, Nana, and proud veteran wife. I’ve been married to Jeff for over 29+ years, and we have three amazing sons (ages 27, 23, and 21), two wonderful daughters-in-law, and three beautiful grandchildren — two grandsons (9 and 6), a granddaughter (3) and another grandchild due in March of 2026!! We’re blessed with a loud, lovable white boxer named Diesel, who you’ll often spot in my videos. In May 2025, we had to say goodbye to our sweet boy Dozer, and his spirit still fills the studio with love. 
Our family is rooted in service and tradition. My husband Jeff and our oldest son also served in the United States Air Force. Jeff’s grandmother, who turned 101 years old in August of 2025, began the tradition of Friday nights at our favorite local spot, Casa Romero — she’s been going there for the last 20 years now. We later took over Jeff’s parents’ usual table after they tragically passed in a fatal motorcycle accident involving a drunk driver in 2013.
Sadly, we lost Grandma Leta in December of 2025. While she is no longer physically with us, her spirit, traditions, and the memories created around that table remain a meaningful part of our family story.
Creativity has been a constant in my life since 2002, taking me through seasons of scrapbooking, card-making, chalk art, and more. These days, my crafting life lives mostly in my business blog, but you’ll still see it peek through here — because creativity tends to sneak into everything I do.
When I’m not crafting, I’m probably reading (300+ books a year when the mood strikes), jotting thoughts in my journal, or working on one of the many ideas that seem to follow me around like little fireflies.
This blog is my softer, slower place. It’s where I reflect, share stories, and open the door to conversations that matter — in ASL, with heart, and always with room at the table for you.
So, welcome. I’m glad you’re here. Pull up a chair, pour yourself some sweet tea, and let’s talk about life beyond the craft table.