Sarah Pridgeon
The Interview
Have you always lived in Florida?
No, I moved to Florida in 2010. I have been living in Orlando for the past 7 years now.
In case Florida hasn't always been your home, where are you from and what do you miss the most?
I'm originally from Southwest Germany. The thing I miss the most, besides my family and friends, is the different cuisine, followed by the scenery and culture.
How did you get into your crafty specialty?
I'm a true DIYer at heart. When I see something I like, the first thought that pops up in my mind is, if I can create it myself. I enjoy knowing/finding out the process of how things operate, maybe my architectural background plays a role in that.
How would your family and/or friends describe your artisanal crafts(wo)manship?
They probably would say that my creative determination is endless. This is also one of the reasons why I wanted to found Laurel Reath. We want to share this opportunity with other artisans and spread the love for unique handmade creations.
Where do you get your inspiration from?
From anywhere really. Noticing something while outside or traveling. Browsing through Pinterest and the web in general.
Is there any other skill set you are interested in acquiring or already carry out?
In general, I'm always open to trying out new things. I also really love combining different acquired skills.
What else do you enjoy doing besides creating fun and unique products?
I like spending time outside. Especially now that we have a pool, it makes Florida in the summer so much more tolerable. Our two dogs are always our sidekicks when exploring our ever-expanding neighborhood.
