10/03/2025
Hi, it’s me – Steph.
Just popping in with a little behind-the-scenes peek at the new Sycamore Design Studio. Yes, this used to be my garage – and no, it’s not a separate building outside my home. It’s now fully transformed into the heart of where the magic happens.
The space works perfectly for me and the way I like to blend life and business. The garage door? A dream. It makes loading in and out so much easier – no more tight corners, awkward stairs, or narrow hallways.
Storage is always a challenge (isn’t it?), but this studio gives me just enough room for my most-used tools and supplies. Larger mechanics and oversized vessels are stored off-site. My basement holds most of the glassware and candle inventory (sorry, husband!), and, honestly, buckets are stacked all over the back patio and yard (sorry again, husband!). But it works — and the space stays functional and tidy. The lighting is bright and energizing — truly everything my small business needs to thrive.
Now, a little more about me...
Jumping on the “Unfortunately, I do love...” trend, because wow, do I relate.
Unfortunately, I do love running a business that takes over nearly every corner of my life — and truthfully, I wouldn’t have it any other way.
Unfortunately, I do love starting new hobbies (like embroidery or making chainmail) and diving in hard, only to abandon them halfway through.
Unfortunately, I do love gardening — just not enough to actually keep up with it. I regularly visit nurseries, fill my car to the brim with plants... and then never get them all in the ground.
Unfortunately, I love fashion, but can’t commit to one style — which has left me with an eclectic (and not always functional) wardrobe.
It’s chaotic, imperfect, and me. And... unfortunately, I do love that too.
