How long have you been in business and what made you get started?
I started stamping a little over 4 years ago. I was a stay at home mom, who waitressed on the weekends. I was looking to do something that would provide some income for my family while allowing me to be at home. I have always been creative and got the idea to try hand stamping. There was definitely a learning curve, but I kept practicing. I started selling my jewelry about 3 months after learning to stamp.
Does your business have a tagline, what is it?
I would say that my company is known for my snarky and sassy products. I like to push the envelope and my naughty/snarky are by far my most popular sellers.
If you were being announced by Conan O’Brian, David Letterman or Pat Sajak prior to coming out onstage what are some things they would mention to introduce you and your business to the audience?
A mom owned small business that focuses on snarky and fun hand stamped accessories and gifts.
Tell us what your business is/does/makes/service it provides/etc. (note: sometimes this is multiple things and that is GREAT, list them all, explain in detail):
Hand stamped metal gifts and accessories. I hand stamp every single letter, so every product is uniquely different. Some of my most popular items are my coffee/cocktail stirrers, keychains, cuff bracelets and garden markers.
What is your work day like? (Do you wake up early, work late, communicate, what jobs do you do yourself, who do you talk to etc.)?
Since I still have two kids in virtual learning, my work day varies day to day. I try to stamp in between kids meetings and after school time. I stamp between 4-6 hours a day. My husband has been a huge help going to all the retail stores and doing inventory checks and restocks.
What advice would you give other entrepreneurs starting out in Gilbert?
Gilbert has the most amazing supportive people. The support for small local businesses is over the top in the city of Gilbert. My advice would be to make what you love and have stellar customer service. Being part of the Gilbert community is amazing!
How has GILBERT helped your business? (city programs, overall growth of the town, people, location, etc.?)
Gilbert has been instrumental in my growth this past year. All my in person markets for the past year have been in Gilbert with Made With Love.
What locations in Gilbert can we find your business/products/services?
I have a selection of products at Studio 223 in Downtown Gilbert. I also am in Vintage & Vino Sip and shop at the Santan Mall. Also, I did Made with Love Markets in Gilbert for the past year.
Favorite place to hang out in Gilbert?
Studio 223.
If you had to pick ONE place to eat in Gilbert every week for the rest of eternity, where would it be?
I actually have never eaten in Downtown Gilbert. I am a foodie but rarely get to eat out. Ive heard amazing things about Joe’s real BBQ.
What Gilbert based business is your favorite to follow on Social Media (name a few if you just can’t pick)?
Studio 223
We often hear the term “Shop Local”, being a small business in a rapidly growing area how can our readers/followers help you and businesses like yours grow?
I think the city of Gilbert is leading the Local movement so I would say to keep doing what you are doing. It’s such a blessing to be able to run a small business and its just the best thing to have people appreciate and support your dreams.
