It’s almost obligatory to be excited about this working mom on our business blog today! Pamelyn of Bashery & Co. couldn’t be more fun – which makes featuring her and her business a true treat. Hopefully, you can get a good glimpse at her crazy fun life with her little girls and at Bashery & Co. through this quick interview. Photographer, Katee Grace so kindly shared the awesome photos and some sweet words as well here!
Katee says, Working with Pamelyn is nothing short of the fabulous fun the photos portray. Her genuine and candid nature not only make working with her a dream, but also opens the way for a great community within the working mom space. It is such a treat to see how she so seamlessly integrates her little girls into the fun. She makes it truly fun for them! If you haven’t checked out her IG, a quick follow will give you that sweet moment of “Awe” coupled with a little laugh here and there. Enjoy a little peek into this working mama’s behind the scenes that she so graciously welcomed!
Was there a moment when Bashery was born? Can you share a bit about that?
I had been thinking about starting something new for a while. I had a few ideas that just didn’t have legs. With a background in events and marketing, my brain automatically goes there. So many people are more conscious of the parties they throw because of Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest. It’s not just about looking good anymore, it’s about building your own personal brand. But, to have these parties that everyone sees on Instagram takes a lot of money or a lot of time and skill. I wanted everyone to be able to have these types of parties.
I knew there were companies that did “Parties in a box”, but all of the items are disposable and I was more into custom made pieces that really take your event to the next level. I looked at current trends and realized Millennials are leading a migration away from ownership to subscribing and sharing: Spotify invades our speakers, Netflix our TVs, Uber our curbs, Airbnb our entire homes, Rent the Runway our wardrobe. I thought why not stream those special moments in life that require a party! And that is how the rental idea was born. I wanted to help people to be smarter about where they are spending their money by allowing them to rent some really cool items.
It really is such a great concept! Where do you find creative inspiration?
Everywhere! Magazines, store windows, fabrics, Pinterest, Instagram, my kids. I still love flipping through a good magazine and ripping out the pages and taping them to my office walls so I can just stare at them and dream up something cool.
What is your favorite part of Bashery & Co?
The potential. It’s only just the beginning. I feel such a sense of excitement for the future and that, in my mind, is what its all about. Without that, what am I doing this for?
Do you have tips for new moms on balancing your relationship with your husband and your career with young children in the mix?
A whole lot of patience, a lot of love, and forgive and forget easily. It’s not easy, and if someone tells you that, they are lying. Be honest and ask for help and don’t feel guilty wanting to do something for yourself. You need to do you and feel like a normal human being and then everyone is happy. Oh and GOOD LUCK!
How do you recharge and rest?
I think that I incorporate a ton of balance into this crazy life which is probably why I don’t “rest”, but that’s just the way I like it. I don’t like to sit still, have never been a fan of naps, and get more done the busier I am. I work all night and am with my kids all day, but I never miss an eyelash (even if its at midnight), nail or hair appt. and always have time for my girlfriends who are the best anti-depressant rechargers out there!
What’s your go-to meal (take out or at home)?
Sushi for sure. Moorea requests it daily!
If you had to pick three defining words to be known for in 50 years what would they be?
Genuine, Fun and Inspiring
Love this!
Her office is so cute!!!
Obsessed with her space!