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CRAVE BlogInterview with Crystal Silden of Bluebird Handmade
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Located in the Annex, Bluebird Handmade carries an array of handmade goodies sourced from Toronto and around the world, ranging from ceramics to stationary. Owner, Crystal Silden created a magical boutique filled with fun and whimsical knick-knacks. For those feeling crafty, Crystal also offers felting workshops so you can create your own fabulous one-of-a-kind handmade creation!
How would you describe your business in exactly three adjectives?
Natural, inspirational, and modern
What are your most popular products or services?
Felted creatures by “little m inventions”, wool felt, unusual dolls and softies, jewelry, porcelain hold jars, felting workshops and parties!
People may be surprised to know…
The staff at Bluebird all wear the same shoe size….
What or who inspired you to start your business?
My family.
Who is your role model or mentor?
My father, who taught me where there is will, there is way.
What business mistake have you made that you will not repeat?
Not ordering enough stock for holiday shopping.
How do you spend your free time?
What free time? I spend a lot of time helping my kids with homework, researching new artists, and making new art.
What is your indulgence?
I buy too many books and eat out at restaurants too much.
Where is your favourite place to go with your girlfriends?
Dinners, art shows, and the movies.
What do you CRAVE? In business? In life?
I crave to create, to find originality, and to see my children grow up and discover who they are.
Visit Bluebird Handmade at:
986 Bathurst St.
Toronto, ON, Canada
M5R 3G6