The reason behind the name:
As a teenager, I always had this knack for doing things my own way; I always had to add my own touch to just about everything I owned. I also didn't like it when I was told that I couldn't do something. If I was told I couldn't, or wouldn't be able to do something that I really wanted to I would do everything in my power to prove that I could. Because of this sort of stubbornness I possessed along with being a very sweet person (so I was told, haha) I was called, "The sweet lil rebel". To this day, I still possess the desire to be different, and add my own touch to pretty much everything from my hair, clothing, & accessories... and the same for my daughter... and my friends... and their kids... and yours!
When it all started & what the goals are:
The shop opened it's virtual doors in July of 2012 as a means to sell custom retractable name badge reels. Over the years, I have honed my skills, and found a focus I love; children's photo props, clothing, and accessories. The goal for the shop is to be doing well enough in 2015 for me to quit my evening job as a server, and work in my online stores (you may also find me on etsy at www.jmbridal.etsy.com) full time while being able to spend more time at home with my babies. I'm not quite able to quit my day job just yet, but I feel it's within reach for 2015!
How the store operates:
The Sweet lil Rebel Boutique is managed, run, and operated by one single person; me. I have poured my creativity, soul, and many sleepless nights into this shop from creating the logo, product development, photos (with a bit of extra help from some fantastic photographers & customers), managing the online shops, the books, filling the orders, packaging, shipping, and honestly the list could go on, but you get the idea. Each and every piece of merchandise that comes out of this shop has been handcrafted, and truly made with love by myself before it is shipped directly to your mailbox.
I'd like to thank you for taking the time to read about The Sweet lil Rebel, as well as the how, and why behind the shop. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. I'm always happy to help!
~ Michelle
You can also find me on Etsy for bridal and special ocassion accessories at:
http://www.JMbridal.etsy.com