I went through high school constantly being told that I needed to choose what I wanted to do when I "grew up". At 17, I had absolutely no idea what that was, let alone whether it was going to be something I was still going to enjoy years down the road. I eventually came to the conclusion that since I had always taken and enjoyed art classes, that graphic design was probably the most sensible option.

Three years later, I decided that it wasn't for me. As much as I enjoyed the program, I came to the conclusion that working for a design firm was not worth the stress and competition that came with it. So I put that behind me and went back to school with the idea that I was going to become the next David Suzuki. Alright, so maybe that dream was a little improbable, but I wanted to make a difference in the world.

Fast forward another three years and I'm unemployed, over-educated and spending my days watching Dr. Phil and Ellen. That's where Etsy comes in! After a friend suggested I create a shop, I figured that I had nothing to lose. I still love design, so why not spend my days creating things I love in order to share them with others who love them just as much? No stress, no deadlines and I still get to watch Ellen! #WINNING