I wanted to get back into working with women’s cooperatives and had the opportunity to help start one up in Isla Mujeres.  So, I jumped at the chance and began designing a product that would convey deep meaning to the maker and the buyer.  I knew I wanted to incorporate recycled materials, keeping in philosophy with our product line and knowing resources are limited.  After a number of not so great designs, I came up with the recycled birds.  The perfect product that symbolizes giving rise to opportunity.

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So we lasted about 4 winters in Wisconsin before my husband declared he would loose his mind if he didn’t get to a warmer climate.  It was dreary February, my sister just moved to Scottsdale, AZ, so I decided to take a trip to see her.  Check out the place.  See what it’s like in the desert.  The morning after I arrived, I went for a walk on this beautiful path, full of amazing plant life- brilliant oranges, reds and purples surrounding huge saguaros.  It was breathtaking.  Then I heard it- the bird.  There is a bird that lives on the island in Mexico that I’d hear everyday.  It’s a very unique sounding bird (although I can’t remember the name).  I heard it and it stopped me dead in my tracks.    Then I decided, we’re moving to Arizona.  I based our decision on a bird.

At that point in my life I was unable to get a business loan, which in the end, worked out well for me. I grew only as much as I financially could afford, slowly but surely. At the time I was doing it all. This ended up being a positive lesson for me. It gave me time to understand all the parts of the business and also forced me to perform those functions on my own, first, before having the luxury of outsourcing tasks to someone else. 

How about this for a little free love?  We're giving you this adorable digital download banner.  Because we love you.

There is no other word that holds so much meaning. Our digital design is the perfect reminder of the love we have for our children. Display the eco-friendly cards wherever love grows in your home to remind your children it’s all around them.

Each letter is 5x7 and the gender-neutral cards will add style to any empty wall. Simply string them together, tack them up or frame them. They are perfect for a nursery, child’s room, play room or even your family room.  Enjoy!