The Birth of Rainshine Stitches
The first question I was asked when I shared the exciting news that I was starting a craftness was "What kinds of crafts do you make?" My response of, "Whatever people want me to" didn't seem to go over very well and I realized I needed a smidgen more direction in this endeavor. When considering the work I wanted to do and the flavor I wanted my products to have, a phrase I often use and think popped into my head and made itself at home: Rainbows and Sunshine. I want to create things that make people smile, warm their hearts, and add a little happy to their lives... and out of that desire, Rainshine Stitches was born.
What kinds of crafts do you make?
So that still doesn't answer your question does it? I didn't think so.
In short, my answer is still "Whatever people want me to" but more specifically, "I make custom creations, crafts with personal touches." When I have made things for my friends or family in the past, I have been able to customize my creations to the individual person, making them something that I know will touch a special place in their hearts. And since sometimes people can be a little on the quirky side, things I have made for them have, at times, been a little eccentric. For example, not everyone would appreciate a 4 foot long fleece pillow that looked like a taco, complete with ground beef, sour cream, lettuce, cheese, and tomato, but I had a friend for whom that was the best Christmas present I could have made them.
These have always been my absolute FAVORITE things to make because they are designed specifically for a person and cater to that individual's unique style and interests, which makes them FUN! Whether it's day of the week owl underwear, a pillow of “Runts” candy, or a checkerboard t-shirt quilt, unique crafts made to fit a person’s specific personality or vision are my specialty. And personally, I love knowing that something I am making is going to shower a special someone with oodles of rainshine... because it has been custom made with them in mind.
In short, my answer is still "Whatever people want me to" but more specifically, "I make custom creations, crafts with personal touches." When I have made things for my friends or family in the past, I have been able to customize my creations to the individual person, making them something that I know will touch a special place in their hearts. And since sometimes people can be a little on the quirky side, things I have made for them have, at times, been a little eccentric. For example, not everyone would appreciate a 4 foot long fleece pillow that looked like a taco, complete with ground beef, sour cream, lettuce, cheese, and tomato, but I had a friend for whom that was the best Christmas present I could have made them.
These have always been my absolute FAVORITE things to make because they are designed specifically for a person and cater to that individual's unique style and interests, which makes them FUN! Whether it's day of the week owl underwear, a pillow of “Runts” candy, or a checkerboard t-shirt quilt, unique crafts made to fit a person’s specific personality or vision are my specialty. And personally, I love knowing that something I am making is going to shower a special someone with oodles of rainshine... because it has been custom made with them in mind.
Craftness Philosophy
I do not aspire to grow into a large craftness with the hope that I make enough that I can quit my full time job (because I love it) but rather strive to build a positive reputation in my home community, and through word of mouth and happy customers, come in contact with new people who may seek my services. Rainshine Stitches is all about the personal (touches, relationships, and connections) and that is one reason you as the customer are always guaranteed service with a smile!
Remember, Rainshine Stitches was born out of the intent to create things that make people smile, warm their hearts, and add a little happy to their lives. Therefore, every working relationship I have with a customer will be conducted honestly, creatively, and with fun hopefully infused at every step of the journey.
Remember, Rainshine Stitches was born out of the intent to create things that make people smile, warm their hearts, and add a little happy to their lives. Therefore, every working relationship I have with a customer will be conducted honestly, creatively, and with fun hopefully infused at every step of the journey.