This story really began 25 years ago when my grandmother first taught me how to sew as a little girl. It instantly captivated my imagination and artistic eye.

Over the years, from painting to sewing, I was always creating something. And often my friends and family encouraged me to find venues to sell my pieces – local craft shows, local artisan shops, etc. In 2009, at an art show I met an amazing artisan who made jewelry; she was the first one who introduced me to Etsy. At the time, I was working full time, so I continued to make custom orders and dreamed of one day opening my own shop online. Two years later, I got the courage and time to begin to make my dream a reality!

Everything you see in my shop is handmade by me in my home studio, Willow's Nest Creations. All of my creations are made using fun, unique, vintage/retro, one of a kind or repurposed materials and trims, even the patterns and custom embellishments are designed by me. Not only is it fun to search for unwanted materials to upcycle and repurpose but this also makes each item totally unique as they all have a story of their own. This is my way of making “beauty from ashes” and my goal is to create something quality made, useful, artistic and affordable that can be enjoyed for years.

My creative inspiration comes from so many different things. I am inspired by nature; Trees, leaves, birds, animals, etc. Also FABRICS!!! I have a huge fabric fetish. I love the colors, patterns, and textures, a lot of my designs come from the fabrics I find and where it takes my imagination. I am also inspired by vintage and retro styles, simplicity, whimsy, and so many other things. There are so many possibilities...

What began on sunny childhood days learning to sew with grandma has grown and now 25 years later, I am blessed to have the opportunity to be doing something that I love.

Please come in and look around, I hope that you enjoy what you find!
www.etsy.com/shop/willowsnestcreations

Also, please be sure to visit me on Facebook at www.facebook.com/willowsnest there you can find out about sales and discount as well as see the most recent creations and items not included in my etsy shop, like soaps, aromatherapy pillows, etc.