When I was around 6 years old, my love of handmade officially began. I had learned how to braid ribbons together and create headbands and was determined to sell them for profit. I would sit on the corner of my street and wait for a buyer. Oh how I wish Etsy was around back then! I continued to craft throughout my school years and studied fashion design in college.

My friends and family members eventually started families and I was determined to not bring a "duplicate" gift. I wanted to bring something that everyone would want and "Ooh and ahh" over. That is really how my handmade began. Something as simple as handmade burp cloths jump started my shop.

I finally had my own lil' one to sew for and I was frustrated at the choices of clothing I found for boys. What is it with girls clothes? So many choices and yet nothing original for my guys, so that is how t shirts with ties were born and I never looked back. They are my most popular sellers to this day. Most of what I create is out of necessity or a request from a friend. It all just blooms from there.

Today, I run Sew Flippin' Vintage full time and participate in local handmade markets as much as possible. I also teach sewing workshops at a local boutique. I have 2 boys, Robert who is 8 and Connor who is 5. I truly love what I do and share with my boys everyday that if you are passionate about what you do, you will never work a day in your life.