31 Days of Sensational Shops is a month long tour of geeky, fantasy and/or monster-filled shops in December. Please stick around to learn more about today's Sensational Shop!
Today's Sensational Shop is Coventry Decor - run by Aradia Willard!
Today's Sensational Shop is Coventry Decor - run by Aradia Willard!
Tell us about you - the creator!
I love horses, reading, all manner of geeky things, and classic decor style!
Describe your shop and what you sell
I make geeky barware, such as etched glasses and hand-engraved flasks. The designs are permanent and dishwasher safe, so you never have to worry about them coming off!
What is your product to make? Why?
I love making all of my pieces, because people are SO excited to see them at conventions! I think my favorite design at the moment is my Totoro glass.
How and when did you start your business?
In 2009, I threw a Fullmetal Alchemist theme birthday dinner party for a friend. When we couldn't find any dinnerware, I decided to make some myself. Several of the guests offered to buy their dinner sets from me, and I thought "why not?" It's been a fun ride for the last four years!
Anything else you would like to add?
I feel the business has really matured in the last year. I'm leaning more toward original designs and weeding out some of the low performers. We opened a second shop, Coventry Pet, when we expanded into dog and horse breed glasses, and have started selling wholesale to locally-run businesses, such as game stores, book shops, and a dog groomer.
Where can buyers find you?
Thank you so much for stopping by and meeting Aradia Willard of Coventry Decor! See you tomorrow for another Sensational Shop!