Seeds & Dreams

Seeds and Dreams: turning a small gesture into a big idea

Blog post 001Published 20 July 20243 min read
From house plants, to my treasured citrus trees, seeds have always had the power to please
From house plants, to my treasured citrus trees, seeds have always had the power to please

During the challenging days of the pandemic, life felt uncertain and stressful for many of us. As a father, I was deeply concerned about my daughter's well-being. I wanted to find a way to support her and lift her spirits during those tough times. At some point, I had an idea that seemed small but meaningful: I decided to send her some seeds along with a personal message of encouragement.

When my daughter received the seeds, her reaction was exactly as I had hoped. She felt touched and inspired by the gesture, and it sparked a sense of optimism in both of us. She remembers it to this very day. Having spoken about it since, we realized that this simple gesture of caring could be something much more significant. It could be a way to help others record milestone events and add a little extra touch of emotion.

Birth of an idea

From that moment, the idea for our venture, Seeds and Dreams, was born. My daughter and I decided to work together to create something positive that could be adapted to any lifestyle situation. We wanted to spread joy and encouragement, whether people were celebrating happy moments or going through tough times.

Seeds and Dreams is a small, family-run business with a big heart. Our mission is to send seeds along with personalized messages to people who need a little boost of positivity. We believe that planting seeds is a powerful symbol of hope and new beginnings. Just as a tiny seed can grow into a beautiful plant, a kind word or a thoughtful gesture can make a big difference in someone's life.

This is the original idea that became the inspiration for Seeds & Dreams
This is the original idea that became the inspiration for Seeds & Dreams
It’s all about being personal

Getting started was an exciting journey for us. We began by sourcing high-quality seeds that could thrive in different environments. We decided to choose a mixture of wild flower seeds that people could easily grow in their gardens, in a favoured or memorable location or even in small pots indoors. Each packet of seeds is intended to be endorsed with a customized message, written with care and love, to offer encouragement and support. I'll write another blog soon talking about the seeds we used.

We started sharing our idea with friends and family, and their positive feedback gave us the confidence to move forward. We built our own website and opened a shop on Etsy. Creating a presence on social media is an overwhelming prospect but we are gradually increasing the range and volume of content to make our story engaging. These early days have been hard but there is one thing on which we both agree – every achievement is well worth the effort.

As a father-daughter team, working together on Seeds and Dreams has brought us even closer. It's been a learning experience for both of us, and we've enjoyed every moment of it. We've faced challenges just getting started, but our shared goal of spreading positivity has kept us motivated.

A thought for the future

Looking back, it's incredible to think how a simple gesture during a difficult time could lead to something so meaningful. Seeds and Dreams has become more than just a business for us; it's a way to connect with others and make a positive impact. We're grateful for the opportunity to bring hope and inspiration to people, one seed and one dream at a time.

Lifestyle businesses like ours are built on trust and sharing so we decided to start this blog to communicate with our friends, colleagues and customers on a deeper level, to provide valuable insights into the thought and care that goes into each product. Our blog is intended to showcase our creative process, share tips and stories, and build a community of people who appreciate the blend of craftsmanship and nature that defines our brand.

But first, a word of warning. This is a new experience for both of us so please allow some degree of clumsiness as we find our literary feet!

Purchase Online

We have a limited range of cards listed on our website right now but an extended selection is available on our Etsy store. Have a look: we are adding new products everyweek

We have a limited range of cards listed on our website right now but an extended selection is available on our Etsy store. Have a look: we are adding new products everyweek

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