Let's take a look at some of the shops in CNY --
First up is Andi -- she is from Johnson City, and joined the team with in the last couple of months.
Gladiola Creations
I am currently a teacher's aide for 6-8 graders for my day job. I learn
something new everyday (and usually it is new math haha!) I love
anything flowers, owned a flower shop and greenhouses for 20+ years and
loved it. Making everything from bows, wreaths, wedding flowers and
then growing most of our plants from scratch in our greenhouses was my
passion. Sewing has been a hobby for many years, and I was able to make
things for the flower shop to sell. I dabble in all sorts of different
crafty things. Crafting relaxes me!
Gladiola Creations is named after my Gramma, Gladys. She loved to sew,
everything from outfits and dresses to curtains and tablecloths, and
taught me to love it too. She gave me a love for cooking, canning, and
creating. Her nickname was "Gladiola" and I think it is a perfect fit
for my new business. I hope she does too!
A friend introduced me to Etsy a few years ago with her shopping finds,
and then a niece started a business here too. After closing my flower
shop 6 years ago, I realized I needed to do something creative because I
missed it so much. Finally my new business was ready to go. Etsy has
been a perfect fit. I also sell locally at a non profit organization
that helps local cancer patients with daily life struggles.
My shop features table runners and wine bottle bags right now, and I
love to make them. They have always been a big seller for me over the
years. I finally made myself a few this last year! I plan on expanding
my product line soon, I have a whole bunch of new items in the works!
Stay tuned! Eventually I will branch out and be able to offer handmade
wreaths and different items as well. The florist in me lives on.
Follow Andi ---
Gladiola Creations on Etsy
Gladiola Creations on Facebook
Gladiola Creations on Pinterest
Email Gladiola Creations
Beautiful work Andi! Welcome to the team -- and to Etsy!
Thanks for stopping by -- happy handcrafting!
