Meet the Mom Behind Creative Outlet Designs!
Who is Creative Outlet Designs?
Creative Outlet Designs is a one women show! LOL!!! I am the sole designer, seamstress, accountant, secretary, etc. I am a wife, mommy and designer rolled into one creative and very organized body. I love to create girls and boys outfits in themes and colors that I love and relate to. And why let the kiddos get all the attention? Now Women can get some of that attention too with my new line of Shaggy Mosaic Jeans for YOU!
Where are you located?
Idaho
How did you come up with your business name?
I have always dabbled in the arts, taking classes and exploring different mediums to work with. After becoming a stay at home Mom I found I still had that drive and desire to be creative with my hands and express my ideas. I needed a creative outlet. Hence the name, Creative Outlet Designs was born.
When and why did you decide to start your own business?
I started my business not really knowing where I wanted to go with it for sure or how big. I just knew I wanted to create. I had become engulfed in motherhood and loved every minute but also needed to spend a bit more time on Me and remember what I loved to do outside of playing peek a boo and singing nursery rhymes all day. I played around with different crafts and materials before nailing down my direction of wanting to go with creating children’s clothing.
How did you get started?
I stumbled upon a group of women with similar interests and we all helped each other find our passions, answer business questions, bounce ideas around, etc. I started by selling on ebay and in local shows. I still use ebay to sell a few items and help bring exposure to my new website. Ebay is where my customer base started from and where I have a lot of loyal customers.
What motivates you to keep your business going?
The excitement of the next idea coming to my head, seeing new fabrics that practically create the design for themselves and hearing the wonderful compliments my customers receive when they are wearing something I have created for them. I love the challenge of thinking outside the box and creating something that is original and new – not something off the rack that everyone else will have.
Do you have a new product/design you are featuring on your website?
My Shaggy Mosaic Jeans for WOMEN have just recently made their internet debut! I have done them locally before but just last month made them available online for a worldwide audience.
How do you juggle family and work at home?
I try to follow a routine and also do some “work” projects while still being involved in some family activities. I tend to work mostly in the evenings after my kids are in bed and early in the morning as the family starts to wake up. Plus I go off of how I generally feel. If I am getting stressed out and cranky, I have too much of a workload and I need to cut back or slow down. I love to design and create but family comes first for me and my kids are only little so long.
What advice would you give to moms seeking to become a WAHM?
I say go for it! Find something you love to do and have a passion for and then research, research, research!! Find support groups or people who also work from home and ask them your questions. Be prepared to learn and step outside of your comfort zone somewhat. I try to always be learning something new, growing and reaching a bit higher while helping others do the same along the way.
Visit Creative Outlet Designs at www.creativeoutletdesigns.com
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