Friday 26 April 2013

New Home Business!

Okay, I am shamelessly going to promote my latest creative venture in this post, my new home/online business, AshleyGabby Designs.  What does this have anything to do with Stephanie and why am I posting this on a blog about her?

I'll tell you!  I used to sell dolls and crafts when I was 18 or 19 at a large department store in Canada known as The Bay (or Hudson's Bay Company).  Back then it was fun and I didn't really go anywhere with it.  So, since I have put my career on hold for the last year or so, I have started to indulge in my creative side even more.  I made birds on a branch for Steph, I actually did some party planning and decorations for her last two birthdays, I started sewing and have my own craft room, I made a doll, etc. etc.

My husband encouraged me to think about selling some of the projects I was coming up with.  Hmm, good idea!  We talked about wanting to dedicate the business to Stephanie and other kids like her.  We talked about having a signature "item" that could be sold and a portion of the profits would go to awareness or research for one or all of the conditions Stephanie faces.  I am still working on that special item but in the meantime, I am making children's play tents - where kids can be kids, I am making some home décor for mom's and dad's, and I am making custom sterling silver jewellery. 

And here is where I get to the point! lol

The custom jewellery I make includes awareness ribbon and autism puzzle piece stamped sterling silver.  You can custom request a piece of jewellery with your child's name or a special inspirational word, and include a ribbon or puzzle piece symbol as well. 

To top it all off, I have named the business AshleyGabby Designs in honor of Stephanie.  She had two dolls, one named Ashley, one named Gabby.  When she desperately wanted one of them, she merely told us she wanted "AshleyGabby" and we NEVER brought her the right one first! This is why I chose to leave the name without a space.  That's my Steph!

I am really excited about this new opportunity to focus on Stephanie's well being by being a stay at home mom, while still getting the chance to be productive and creative for my own well being.  Please visit my Etsy shop or "Like" my facebook page and don't hesitate to provide feedback about what new items you might like to see!  Here are the links:

Etsy:  www.etsy.com/shop/AshleyGabby
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/AshleyGabbyDesigns

Cheers!

Darlyn

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