Bright, beautiful things for bright, beautiful people...
I started my shop here on Etsy when I took a break from my other business to have my little boy in 2009. For the first time a had a little time to myself to play around with my crafty side and starting making some very basic little assembled pieces from everyday items.
When a friend asked if I could make some little pieces for a Mother's Day stall at her school I said yes. She said "300 pieces?". I said, "Sure!". I had no idea how I was going to make that happen or whether people would even want to buy them but, first rule of business - say yes and work it out later :)
As it turned out the pieces were bought and that got me thinking; if people like them maybe I should try selling some on Etsy. I had been a long time Etsy addict when it came to shopping. Our house was filled with amazing craft from all over the world because of Etsy so it was a natural thing that I thought that I might be able to have a go at that.
And Each To Own was born.
Jump forward 12 years and I am now working out of my own off-the-grid studio on our farm in Northern New South Wales and having the best time of my life. I stock over 50 retail shops in Australia and overseas and have created a full time job for myself out of selling what I make here on Etsy. My lovely partner Rich helps me out during the busy times and I feel really lucky that I get to do this everyday.
With Each To Own I get to make lovely, wearable, day-to-day pieces that people rely on in their wardrobe. I love colour and sparkle and bold shapes and my work reflects that - it is such a joy to be able to bring my pieces to life.
I am a VERY lucky person to do what I do :)
