Gifted with the talent of craft creativity, Traceyann Massay has made a grand entry into the business industry by establishing her online store titled ‘Unique Baby Gifts.’
This gifted and inspiring woman, who is in her early thirties, is on a mission to create custom, handmade diaper cakes for all baby occasions. Initially, her first crafting was cross stitch bookmarks led by diaper cakes, which was birthed a year ago. The idea of launching this baby business was fostered by the limitations in the uniqueness of baby gifts and shops in Guyana.
“I knew that a diaper cake would be an ideal product and I thought I can do this,” said a confident Massay.
After gathering a few baby items such as pampers, wash cloths and bottles, Massay crafted the diaper cake and presented it to a friend on her baby shower. Thereafter, she continued presenting such unique pieces with the same style, leaving everyone in awe. She then launched her facebook page where she began showcasing her products and receiving compliments for such a unique entry into the business arena.
As a young girl, Massay would be with her Grandmother doing embroidery projects and making doll house with recycle items around the house. As the years went by, she found herself making gifts for family and friends that brought a smile to their faces. She was then encouraged by her foster mother to utilise her talents to earn an income.
Challenges were then faced in relation to finding funds to incorporate the business such as building inventory and finding the right mentor for this type of business.
The materials are sourced online from Michael and Joann’s crafting stores in the United States of America and also Walmart.
“It has been a journey! My gifts are as unique as me. They are all conversational pieces. It’s a new way of presenting a package to the mom-to-be,” shared a beaming Massay.
This inspiring personality sees her business going places and aims to venture out supplying baby and maturity clothing as well as planning baby showers! Her goal is to grow this unique business so that she can have the opportunity to be around her family whilst having a successful career that she truly enjoys.
The gifts are price conscious. These include: Butterfly Diaper cake, purse diaper cake, wash cloth bouquets, baby clothes bouquets, sleeping baby diaper cake, baby wipes cases among other unique creations, costing around $4,500 to $20,000.
By Shivanie Sugrim
