Let me tell you a little story…
Once upon a time a woman ventured into her local craft store in search of a new hobby. The nice saleslady there introduced her to rubber stamping and even signed her up for a class. After discovering the magic of embossing powder the woman quickly became addicted. She happily purchased 6 or 7 stamps right on the spot. And just a few short weeks later she had already accumulated dozens of stamps! (Sound familiar?)
Well it just so happens that this newly addicted stamper was my mother. She then began to encourage me to turn my collection of illustrations into rubber stamps. I think she had ulterior motives 
As an artist I was always open to new ways to market my work. And my husband, Bill, who was looking to make a career change at that time, jumped at the idea of learning a new skill and the opportunity to play with power tools on a daily basis. And so Repeat Impressions was born and rubber stamps took over our lives.
At the time we started our business we were living in a three bedroom condo. We turned one bedroom into an office and set up workshop space in our garage. A year later a second bedroom had been turned into storage space for our inventory and supplies, we could no longer park a car in the garage, and rubber stamps had somehow crept into my dresser drawers… something had to give.
Rather than move the business and have to commute, we opted to build a home around our business. So we found a little parcel of land where we wouldn’t bother our neighbors… most people don’t appreciate the buzz of a saw at odd hours… and built a nice little home with plenty of room for our workshop and office.
After we were all moved in and the dust had settled my Mom presented us with a little housewarming gift. Inside the box was this nice plaque inscribed with the words “Wendy & Bill’s ~ House That Stamps Built.” How great was that? And so true! That plaque is still proudly displayed in the entrance of our home. And we’ve worked and lived here happily ever after ever since!
Thank you for stopping by to hear our story,
Wendy
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Wendy, This is SUCH a great story!
It’s so nice to know that your mom’s hobby and passion gave you the foundation to where you are today. And the fact that you and your husband made the business grow “together” is even more inspiring!
I’m glad Repeat Impressions has done so well and I hope it only continues to succeed!
~Ayana
P.S.–> Your blog looks great! =)
@Ayana
Thank you for reading my post and leaving such a kind comment. I’m so glad you enjoyed our story and found it inspiring. I hope you will come back and visit often.
This blogging stuff is all new to me, but I’m enjoying the challenge. I see you’ve been busy developing your new blog as well. Yes, I confess… I’ve been checking up on you ever since you inquired about our Design Team Call
Hope you have a great weekend!
Wendy
SUCH a great story! LOVE it!
Wendy – this is a great blog and I am excited about visiting it often. I love that story, it is amazing how God works and continues to do so. Have a safe trip to Philadelphia and can’t wait to hear how it goes.
@Robin
Your opinion means a lot!
Thanks for checking out the blog Robin. Glad you enjoyed my story
@Janet
I’m glad you enjoyed reading my blog story. And thank you so much for your kind comments. This is all new territory for me so it is a work in progress. Hopefully I’m off to a good start!
What a wonderful story! I love hearing how people get into this crazy (but oh so much fun!) stamping world.
@Jeanne
Thank you for checking out my new blog. So glad you enjoyed our story! I hope you will stay tuned for more.
What a fabulous story.. and welcome to the blogging world.. I’ve been doing it for years.. feel free to check out my blog.. I sell Ippity stamps by Unity.. so I know what u mean.. it’s so much FUN!!!!
@Bonnie
Thank you for visiting my blog. Glad you enjoyed my story
I will definitely have to check out your blog too. This blogging is all new to me and I have so much yet to learn. I’m having fun finding my way though!
Congrats!!! and loved your story on how you began. Thanks for the inspiration and Good luck!
@Mary
Thank you for checking out my blog. I will be serving up some new inspiration soon in the form of eye candy! Watch for my upcoming posts with great samples created by our Design Team alumnae and other surprises
What an amazing story – gave me goose bumps! Congrats!
Such a lovely story about your home – I hope to have a similar plaque one day! TFS
Helen — Firenze Cards
What a great story! Thanks for linking it in your post! How fun you built a business together and were able to build a house around it! Good for You!!