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A whole year ago today, my entire life as I knew it changed.I never could have imagined that losing my Gramps would be t...
08/31/2026

A whole year ago today, my entire life as I knew it changed.

I never could have imagined that losing my Gramps would be the beginning of so much more loss. This past year has taught me just how precious time really is and how quickly everything can change.

Honestly, that realization is a huge part of what drove me to make a change in my business, too. I decided to step away from wholesale and give myself the freedom to create pieces that actually mean something to me. Pieces that let me be creative, try new things, and make something different instead of creating the same pieces over and over again.

And soooo… IT’S TIMEEEE! 👏🏼💕

You can now find my handmade pieces at Eleven 101 Collective in Clive on University! 🖤

This shop is filled with SO many incredibly talented small businesses and makers, and I’m pretty excited to be one of the very few completely handmade sign makers in the building. Every piece you see from my booth is designed, created, and finished by ME. 🥹♥️

If you’re ever in the area, I’d absolutely love for you to stop in, check out the shop, and support my little business… or any of the other amazing people in there who are working hard to build something of their own.

Every purchase, share, like, and kind word truly means more than you know.

You’ll find me at K18! 💕👏🏼

Here’s to making more things that matter, taking chances, and remembering that time is way too precious not to spend it doing something you love. ♥️

RIP Dolly. 🥹😭 My grams & mom took myself and a dear friend I met when going to Aurora over the years to the Dolly Parton...
08/25/2026

RIP Dolly. 🥹😭

My grams & mom took myself and a dear friend I met when going to Aurora over the years to the Dolly Parton Dixie stampede in Branson when we were little girls 💕💕

But how ironic I had just made this new sign last week to release in a new space we’re opening soon… 👀

Who needs some new fall decor?! Soon you’ll be able to find it somewhere new 👀 stay turned!! 👏🏼♥️
08/18/2026

Who needs some new fall decor?! Soon you’ll be able to find it somewhere new 👀 stay turned!! 👏🏼♥️

HANDMADE MARKET - 11th annual Corning Activity Center November 7, 2026 Corning, Iowa.Are you a maker who creates unique,...
07/30/2026

HANDMADE MARKET - 11th annual
Corning Activity Center
November 7, 2026
Corning, Iowa.

Are you a maker who creates unique, handcrafted products? We'd love to have you join us!

We're looking for talented handmade-only vendors to be part of one of southwest Iowa's favorite shopping events. This is a great opportunity to showcase your work, connect with shoppers who love supporting small businesses, and be part of an incredible community of makers.

👉 Interested in becoming a vendor? Simply click the vendor application link in this event to apply. We'd love to learn more about your business!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe8SeD7BecuUGobHFk8p7bN3Von7DPqd1c-82FHh3pU2Khtxg/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Over the past year, I've gone pretty quiet on here, and I wanted to take a moment to explain why if you don't know me on...
07/30/2026

Over the past year, I've gone pretty quiet on here, and I wanted to take a moment to explain why if you don't know me on a personal level.

Since August 2025, our family has experienced the heartbreaking loss of several loved ones. Grief has a way of changing everything, and for me, spending long days alone in the garage just wasn't where I needed to be. I needed to be with my family. My kids needed me. I needed to make memories, support one another, and spend time doing the things that filled my cup instead of sitting alone with my thoughts. As the months went on, the grief continued to compound, and I realized it was okay to give myself permission to slow down.

To everyone who has continued to support my small business during this time....thank you. ❤️

I know I've missed messages. I know I've been absent. I know I've had to say no to many custom orders, and I truly appreciate the grace and patience you've shown me. Even though I wasn't very active online, I was still quietly fulfilling Etsy and wholesale orders behind the scenes while taking things one day at a time.

For the first time since July and August of 2025, I'm finally feeling inspired to create again. That spark I've missed for so long is slowly coming back, and I've started designing new products again. It feels really good to be excited about creating.

I'm still playing catch-up, so thank you for continuing to be patient with me as I find my rhythm again. This little business has always meant so much to me, and so has this incredible community that's supported it from the beginning.

Here's to new designs, fresh inspiration, and getting back to doing what I love. I can't wait to share what's been in the works.

Thank you again for sticking with me. It means more than you'll ever know. 🤍

-- Caitlyn

*not pictured is my Aunt Kristi who also passed of such a cruel disease of MS. :(

While I would love to be making a post that says I am back to work at full capacity, life simply just has been hard. A w...
02/06/2026

While I would love to be making a post that says I am back to work at full capacity, life simply just has been hard. A week ago today we said see you later to my sweet grams. 5 months after losing my gramps she was so ready to join him. Our hearts hurt. 😢

I know soon I will find it in me to be creative again, but until then things will be slowed down while I navigate this & take time to just be a mom, wife, and homeschool mama. I’ll still be working, but please expect longer turn around times.

I will be slow to reply or complete orders over the next few weeks as unfortunately we lost someone else so special to u...
01/15/2026

I will be slow to reply or complete orders over the next few weeks as unfortunately we lost someone else so special to us. My Grandpa went to heaven on Sunday & I’m not even sure how we got to this stage of life so quickly. Losing 3 special people in my life in 5 short months has been a challenge to say at the least. 💔

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