Lessons learned making my kid pancakes almost everyday (not really, but it feels like it)
Variety is the spice of life! An easy way to feel excited to get up and eat is to have a variety of different things and new things to try and feel excited about.
Hope you have a happy morning!
Have a racer in your family? I found this awesome checkered flag weekly planner at Staples. My son loves to know what the plan is so this helps him see his weekly training all planned out.
Track nights: healthy snacks, hill climbs on YouTube, and a kid who can’t wait until his next ride.
#MotoMom #HillClimbLife #5thWheelLiving #DirtBikeKids #RaisingWolves #MotocrossFamily #TrackLife #LittleLegend #AdventureFamily #TrainingDays
Well, my plans to post weekly were waylaid by illness in the family — anyone else fighting the cold & flu going around? It makes me want to cozy up in these 100% cotton made-in-Canada fleece hoodies by @lastshot.apparel
Looking to custom brand some apparel for your shop, team or corporation, and want high quality and ethically made blanks?
@lastshot.apparel pays competitive wages and manufacturers in Edmonton, Alberta Canada.🇨🇦
Checkout their website for full range of services, which include wholesale pricing on made-in-Canada clothing, customizations with embroidery, prints, tags, and patches, and even an atelier for alterations and repairs.
#madeincanada #custommade #branded #apparel #corporategifts #team #teamcanada #canadianmade #cozy #coldandfluseason #cozyup #consciouslymade #slowfashion
Winter is here, and as I pull out my old gear—patched with duct tape and scarred by wood stove burn holes—if you too are thinking it’s time for an upgrade, allow me to introduce you to @made.outdoor . They are a local Squamish company founded by people who truly understand life in the backcountry.
They create custom-designed, made-to-order outdoor wear that keeps you safe, dry, and ready for adventure. The coolest part? Their website has this amazing custom tool where you can design your jacket, and it updates live as you pick your colors, zippers, and other details. It’s so fun to watch your vision come to life!
What I also love is their sustainable approach—by making everything to order, they avoid the waste of extra inventory or unsold stock. So if you’re looking to upgrade your winter gear, skip the scrolling and check them out. You’ll get something built just for you, and you’ll be supporting a smarter way to shop.
#SupportLocal #MadeOutdoor #CustomWinterGear #SustainableStyle #outdoorapparel #sustainableouterwear #outerwear #squamishbusiness #madeincanada #locallymade #winterishere #winterfashion #winterjacket #waterproof #polartec
🌱 Wow, yesterday’s post engagement blew me away! After being MIA for over a year, I didn’t expect the algorithm to give any love, but you all proved the power of community. 💪 It’s clear there’s a real passion here for supporting small, sustainable brands—something that gives me so much hope for the future of fashion.
Until the day comes when I take another swing at this industry, I’m dedicating this space to spotlighting niche, conscious brands making a difference in a world stacked against them. ✨ Variety is the spice of life, and these brands bring it in spades.
So, why not spend a few minutes exploring their pages? Next time you’re refreshing your wardrobe, you’ll know exactly where to look. 👗🌎
Check them out here:
@seedpants@hernestproject@youer@branwynofficial@free.label@pranavidastyle@earthgrooveactivewear@lilikoiclothing@tofinotowelco
Which one will you check out first? Let me know below! 👇✨
#sustainablefashion #ecofriendly #ecofashion #ethicalfashion #madeincanada #smallbusiness #womenowned #consciouslymade
It’s been a long time coming, and honestly, I’ve been sitting on this idea for way too long. My brand, Bewildher, was built on the dream of being sustainable, ethical, and locally made, but in the end, the costs were just too high.
I’ve since wanted to use this space to shine a light on other brands fighting the good fight—those striving to be ethical, sustainable, and survive the ever-changing world we live in. But without the time to bring my grand vision to life, I’ve kept putting it off. Today, I’m reminding myself: this is Instagram, not pre-planned-agram.
Without further ado and definitely without finesse, here are ten environmentally conscious brands based in North America that I hope you’ll checkout and support. These businesses deserve to thrive in tough economic times, and every little bit helps:
1️⃣ @Nominoudesigns
2️⃣ @daubanddesign
3️⃣ @encircled_
4️⃣ @orsoactivewear
5️⃣ @girlfriend (Girlfriend Collective)
6️⃣ @kotn
7️⃣ @resoluna
8️⃣ @publicmyth
9️⃣ @harvestandmill
🔟 @alderapparel
Here’s to making sustainability a little more accessible—and supporting the amazing people behind these brands. 🌿💚
✨ Tag your favorite ethical brand in the comments so we can keep the list growing!
#SupportSmallBusiness #SustainableFashion #EthicalFashion #ShopLocal
🎉 YOU did it! 🙌 Thursday's impromptu pre-sale day was a spectacular success! Here's what happened:
1. 😱 I'm nearly sold out of regular inventory! You all are amazing supporters! 🛍️
2. 🕕 From 6 AM - 11 PM yesterday, I was busy calculating order totals and processing payments. 💼💳
3. 💸 If everyone who called dibs follows through (most already have, thank you!) I'll be able to refund every pre-order customer who asked for one. What a dream, team! 🤝✨
A heartfelt THANK YOU to each one of you! 💛 Your support means so much to me! 🐝
From now on, every sale is an opportunity to refund my wonderful customers who kindly offered to skip one. Let's keep the good vibes going! 🪄💖
On that now, SAVE THE DATE: 🌟
Since I now have a better idea of what's coming 🤯 Why don’t we all take the weekend to get ready? I've got samples, some items with smaldefects, and accessories to organize, and I'm sure you all have your own weekend plans too! 🌻
So, how about we gather right here at 4 PM on Monday, September 4th, for the final sale of Bewildher's remaining inventory? It's like a bonus round! 🎁✨
Sounds like a plan? Can't wait to hang out with you all again! 🎈🥳
#BewildherSuccess #ThankfulThursday #BonusRound
🌱 Embrace the Final Sale Extravaganza 🛍️T
Dear bee-loved community, it's with bittersweet excitement that I announce the grand finale of our sustainable journey! 🌎 By overwhelming demand, we're kickstarting our final sale with a heartfelt gesture of gratitude – a day-early sneak peek just for our incredible full-price supporters who have stood by us all along. Welcome to Day 0! 🎉
How to Score Your Sustainable Gems:
Head over to our Stories where a parade of planet-friendly treasures awaits. Each item, complete with available sizes, will make its grand appearance. 💚 To snag your favorites, simply slide into DMs with the item number or name, along with your desired size. You're absolutely allowed to call dibs on multiple pieces. 🌿 If you have a specific item count in mind, let us know the total and your order of preference, so we can curate your perfect haul.
What Happens Next:
Kindly grant us a moment to organize everyone's "dibs" in the order received. Once the excitement settles a bit, we'll reach out to those who claimed dibs first. If you happen to be first in line, we'll send you the grand tally, inclusive of taxes and shipping.
Payment Methods:
Given that our website's regular payment options are down, please be ready to use e-transfer if in Canada, and Paypal if in the US.
Looking For a Deal?
The official closing sale will start tomorrow with 20% OFF. 🌟 With every passing day, the discount shall increase, until every last item finds its forever home. Whether you pounce early for prime picks or exercise patience to revel in the ultimate deals – the choice is yours! Yes, you can add items to your order as the days go along.
Sustainability-Packed Shipping:
Anticipating you'll want to add to your order, we won't be shipping until after the weekend unless you request otherwise.
Gratitude in Abundance:
We anticipate this ride to be a whirlwind of eco-love and enthusiasm. Your patience and unwavering support mean the world as we culminate this chapter. From the deepest fibers of our sustainable souls, thank you! 🌿❤️
With a heart full of gratitude,
Nadine and friends 💚🌱 #SustainableFarewell #EcoLove #FinalSaleJoy
People will forget what you did. They’ll forget what you said, but they’ll never forget the way you made them feel.
I can’t explain it better than Simon Sinek when people ask why I’ve gone through all this effort, first in operating a sustainable brand and now trying to close it gracefully.
I’m fine until I read the comments or someone asks me how I’m doing 🫠.
Your messages have been moving me to tears and giving me all the feels.
I’ll never forget all the love and support I’ve felt during this journey, thank you for being there for me. 🙏💛🐝
📷 @kylegrahamphotography
Environmental Stewards photo documentary
#entrepreneurship #smallbusinessowner #supportlocalbusiness
#community #squamishbusiness
#ethicalfashion
#slowfashionmovement
🌿 Navigating Closure with Gratitude and Hope 🌿
Dear Bee-loved Bewildher Community,
Today, I share a message heavy with emotions, one I never hoped to utter. Our path is now defined by economic hardships – inflation, rising costs, and declining revenue. With a mix of sadness and determination, I must announce the impending closure of Bewildher.
The journey we've shared, your unwavering support – they've been nothing short of extraordinary. The trust you've bestowed upon Bewildher humbles me, and I regret that circumstances have led us here. I wish the story were different, but I must face the reality.
Months have been spent fighting to sustain our beloved brand. Hope kept me going, but time revealed the winds of change weren't in our favor. Losses mounted, cash flow waned. The truth is clear: our current path is unsustainable.
To those with pre-orders, I apologize for any disruptions. I'm navigating this solo after letting go of my team, and your patience means everything.
I know many want to help, to keep Bewildher afloat. Your willingness warms my heart. But financial challenges block our path. The economic outlook doesn't promise a quick fix. Our business model faces obstacles in this climate. Price points and inflation have created a divide discounts can't bridge.
I come with a different request. A plea to help me close this chapter gracefully, to ease the impact on pre-order customers and loyal suppliers.
Here's where I need help:
1. Shop My Closing Sale: Our final sale will help refund pre-orders.
2. Support My Local Suppliers: A GoFundMe, overseen by a CPA, will help settle supplier accounts. No funds retained by Bewildher. Link in bio to donate 🙏
3. Creative Empowerment: An Etsy shop is coming, offering legging patterns, join my contact list 📝
Bewildher was my heart for a decade. As I close the doors empty-handed, gratitude and hope fill my heart. What truly mattered can't be priced: the ethos, creativity, and pattern knowledge. The essence will live on, even as the name may one day change.
Supporting me now preserves bonds with suppliers for my future rebuild.
Thank you for being on this journey,
With heartfelt gratitude,
Nadine 💛🐝
