Our Female Maker Stories– Page 2

Megan- Mame Soy Candles

Megan is the founder of MAME Soy Candles based in Phoenix, Arizona. The candles are made from 100% soy wax and premium oils which allow them to burn longer and cleaner than most candles. She personally produces them in small batches to ensure the best quality handmade soy product. The candles are named and scented for some of her favorite things (be sure the check out the labels for the names and quotes). A customer favorite is "Independent Women Collection" that can be purchased from the Women Owned section of the SVN website. This collection of candles have quotes by trial blazing women like, RBG, Dolly Parton & Frida Kahlo and the scents are as equally amazing.

Anusha- Thulisa Naturals

Thulisa means "Bringer of Peace" origin- Zulu, South Africa. Anusha was born and raised in South Africa and was surrounded by nature that brought a sense of peace and calm to life. After moving to the US and having children, she struggled with postpartum depression, exhaustion and anxiety. This is when she knew that she had to create moments of inner well being for herself and it came through her shower rituals. Her study of essential oils at this time inspired her to create her own products that improved her skin, her health and helped her feel uplifted. Anusha believes in prioritizing self care, in creating products that are handcrafted in small batches, with every single ingredient being all natural and handpicked to surpass a rigorous checklist. You will find her best selling product ( SHOWER STEAMERS) in many of the self care curated gifts.

Transcendence Coffee

This women owned business was founded by two engineers who met working as baristas in college with a mutual love of caffeine and specialty lattes. Their philosophy focuses on building strong connections through coffee while supporting female entrepreneurs, practicing sustainability and holding a deep connection to their respective cultures- India & Algeria. Transcendence Coffee crafts the most delicious coffee syrups and specialty coffee. If you take a minute to check out their IG page, you'll get an inside view of how they make cocktails using their syrups. They have some amazing collabs too. Fancy stuff!

Dar & John- Tavernier Chocolates

This amazing duo are true partners who love to share their love of food and travel. Each and every batch of their chocolates are handmade in a 1910 brick mill building in Vermont. They are surround by a myriad of farms, orchards, forests and meadows that provide a plethora of freshly-farmed and foraged foods which are the resources they use to craft Tavernier chocolates. Pay close attention to the detail in each piece and the love they put into what they create. They are truly some very special people with the kindest hearts.

"Chocolate combines the things we love the most: art, food, science and place. We are absolutely thrilled to be doing what we do, and to be doing it here in southern Vermont."- Dar & John

Alice- Forestbound

Meet Alice, the creator of the ESCAPE utility bag. Made with the intention of inspiring others to pack just what they need and set out for an adventure!

"Alice Saunders started Forestbound from her living room in Boston during the winter of 2007. Driven by her passion for history and vintage textiles, she created Forestbound to tell the stories of the reclaimed materials that she had been uncovering at flea markets and estate sales throughout New England. Alice’s designs are both timeless and unique; highlighting special pieces of history that she hopes to bring back into the present through memorable products and intentional craftsmanship."

Monica- The Chai Box

Monica grew up in an Indian household drinking chai at the age of 2 and then blending teas at the age of 12. Needless to say, chai was a daily ritual in her home which influenced her entire journey that led her to create THE CHAI BOX. After having kids of her own, she wanted chai to be a big part of their lives too. Chai brought the family together, similarly to how dinnertime brings families together. Drinking chai is something ALL Indian families experience and Monica took generations of her family's recipes to craft blends that tell the story of various regions in India. Every packet of chai is hand blended, aromatic and delicious!