I have a full time Marketing job that I love, but I was working nights doing Casino banquets for extra income. I hated going, but enjoyed the money. One day at a craft show, I saw someone holding a wooden sign. I had that, "I could do that" thought, I quit my second job and Southern by Design was created.

When deciding how I wanted run this little hobby I decided to keep true to myself. I love decorating and buying cute things for my house and closet. However, I'm frugal to a fault! :) I set my prices not to 'beat out competitors', but because I personally would never pay that much! So my goal is to provide adorable home décor and gifts to people like me. My "cheaper prices" in no way reflect the quality or time spent on my items. I put heart and soul into each piece. That is also why I sometimes stop making certain items. If it's not fun to make then it's not a hobby anymore - it's work.

Southern by Design has more than exceeded my expectations and I hope to always exceed yours! Thanks for taking the time to look at my shop and read my story.

- Laura