Today’s Featured Fellow Etsian – Rachel of Rachelaakmama

Every week I like to feature a fellow Etsian here on my blog. This week’s feature is none other than Rachel of Rachelaakmama.

: Favor Cake by Rachelaakmama

What is your name and where are you from?

My name is Rachel and I live in Ottawa, Ohio.

What type of art or craft do you create and how did you get involved with it?

I make party favor boxes. I started making paper cakes in 2008 when I was asked to be in charge of the decorations for my Father-in-law’s surprise birthday party. It has blossomed from there, because after the party I was getting calls asking for cakes. I really enjoy making the party favor boxes because there are so many fun possibilities.

What’s the name of your Etsy shop and when did you open for business?

My name of my etsy shop is Rachelaakmama, which stands for Rachel, Alex’s And Kate’s Mama. I joined etsy in 2007 I opened in 2008.

What about your family? Are you married? Do you have kids? How do they feel about your business?

I am a stay at home Mom of three small children. My husband and children both are very supportive of my business. My children love to see my creations! My daughter especially love my purses.

How do you juggle being a wife, mom, employee and crafter?

I definitely have had to learn better time management skills. I mostly work in the evenings and after the kids go to bed.

What are the goals you have for your Etsy shop? Would you like to see it be your full time income, is it your full time income or do you just enjoy it as a hobby.

I would love to see my shop continue to grow and grow! I do not see myself closing my shop.

What tips do you have for others who are thinking about setting up shop and going into the crafting business.

What tips do you have for others who are thinking about setting up shop and going into the crafting business. I would say “GO FOR IT”!! I enjoy what I do so much! I am so glad that I went for it!!

You can learn more about Rachel and her awesome creations by visiting her Etsy shop at: Paper Cakes by Rachel or visiting her website at Paper Cakes by Rachel dot com.