When Ashley Lindsey was pregnant, she visited Portsmouth, NH while her husband was doing training. She was surprised when she couldn't find a baby boutique in the area. Towards the end of her pregnancy, Ashley was inspired to leave her nursing career and go back to school for business. And so Wild Monarch Baby was [...]
In this week's installment of Military Small Business, we're excited to feature Changing Coasts Designs. A true family business, the team designs and engraves custom pieces of all varieties, from custom coin racks and promotion plaques to puzzles and home decor. Read more below! Names: Michael & Mary Feulner (owners), Sarah Rivera (daughter/designer) Hometown: Averill [...]
We’re pleased to shine a light on KRAFTiBEE this week, owned by Stephanie Caruthers who just recently PCS’d to Panama City, FL from Guam. Having attended one of her private parties for an FRG event, I can personally vouch for the amazing quality of home decor you’ll walk away with. The best part is - [...]
This week in our "Sub Spouse Small Business" series, meet Brittany Albrecht of East Ave Art! Based in Portsmouth, Brittany creates handmade, small batch, unique polymer clay earrings. What started as a pandemic hobby turned into a great, lucrative business. Read more of her story below! Name: Brittany Albrecht Hometown: Rochester, NY Current Duty Station: [...]
Story submitted by Amanda D. It’s that time again! Looking for a photographer for your holiday card photos? Look no further. We have gathered a list of submarine spouses around the country who would love to photograph your family for any occasion. From Groton to Hawaii, we have you covered. We asked fellow sub spouses [...]
In our latest installment of "Sub Spouse Small Business," check out Glitzy Dragon! Based in Colorado, the small shop specializes in epoxy-free tumblers, custom journals, planners and small gifts. Read on to learn how a pandemic hobby turned into a business! Name: Lauren Current Duty Station: Peterson AFB, Colorado Springs, CO Q: Tell us about [...]
In the latest installment of “Sub Spouse Small Business,” meet Arianna, a Portsmouth-based submarine spouse who creates vinyl t-shirts, decals and laser engraving home decor items from custom door hangers to children's clothing. Her desire to do something for herself and contribute fiancially to her family inspired her to launch Crafty Teague. Read more below: [...]
In the latest installment of “Sub Spouse Small Business,” meet Meredith, a San Diego-based submarine spouse who creates custom children's clothing! It was both her love of sewing and her desire for a creative outlet to stay busy that fueled her to launch Fair Winds Handmade. Read more below: Name: Meredith McCall Hometown: Hartford, VT [...]
Recently PCS'd to Hawaii and need family pictures? Taking a trip to Hawaii and want to capture special moments? Ashleigh of Following Seas Photography is professional, incredibly easy to work with, and excellent with children. My family was lucky enough to have her capture our family celebration. She was patient with my small kiddos and wonderful [...]
