Looking Back on 2016

In 2010 I decided to take a leap of courage and open an Etsy shop.  I had no real expectations or goals.  I was warned that just because someone could buy it didn’t mean they would and not to get disappointed if I didn’t make any sales.  

In less than a week I had sales.  

I continued for 2 more years, often sacrificing sleep in order to get orders shipped out, lessons made, and papers graded.  I closed in the fall of 2012, deciding I liked my day job more.  We often discussed how maybe I could start again if I wanted to once my teaching days were over and I was being a full-time mom.  

This summer that time came, where the baby was on a consistent schedule and I was feeling the need to do something more with my time.  

Little Mama Bee opened at the very end of July and took off in no time.  I took everything I had learned the first time and used it to improve and better my shop this time.  

I am so grateful to every customer and supporter I have had over this past year, allowing me to be an entrepreneur and helping me turn this little crafter into a businesswoman.  I’ve made over 150 sales to 37 states.  

I have lots of exciting things planned for 2017 and look forward to sharing them with you!