We had the good fortune of connecting with Winter Wickware and we’ve shared our conversation below.
Hi Winter, we’d love to hear what makes you happy.
Doing what I love most, crafting and creating. Being able to make another’s vision come to life. Knowing that I was able to go above and beyond someone’s expectations and just seeing the glow and look on their face when they receive my work is what pushes me and drives me to do more.
Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
What makes my brand unique is that I put love, patience and passion into what I do. It’s not about the money for me. It’s the reactions and joy from others that is priceless for me. You come to me with an idea or vision of how you see something you’re needing and I’m going to get it done and go above and beyond to make sure that it’s what you wanted and more. Getting where I am was not an easy task at all. There were many times where I had to take a break to revamp my business, networking with other businesses around me, finding out ways to bring a better experience to my customers, pushing myself to see what all I could do. Faith was a MAJOR thing for me. Still to this day, there are days where I’m like, I can’t do this, I don’t want to do this anymore, I’m tired, this isn’t getting me anywhere. But every time I finish a project, craft or event, and I see the result of my hard work, it pushes me to keep going. Because everything isn’t going to come easy and those are the things worth working hard for. I can definitely say that being softer on my self goes a long way. In order to do some of these things, you have to have the energy, you have to brainstorm and be super creative and I found you can’t do that when you’re over working yourself. Give yourself peace, love and time. I would just like for people to see my story and know that you CAN do it. You CAN do anything you put your mind to. But you never know until you try, you never know what will come out of it and who’s supporting you behind it. I never thought in a million years that I would be interviewed for doing something that I love, but I’m proof that it CAN happen and it WILL happen. My business is no where I need or want it to be, but I feel as long as I keep working and just keep going, my business will be huge!
The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
All glory to God first and foremost, always. My village and my community. The ones who have been with me along side this journey through the rough days and the amazing days. The patience, love and support that I have received since starting my business from the ground up has been none the least overwhelming. From my love Markies, to my mom and dad, Damon & Rachelle, to my brother, Camry, to my friends and the rest of those who support me and believe in me, those that challenge me, pushing me to see what more I can create. This wouldn’t be possible without you all! I love you!!
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