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“What Made You Start Primrose?”
A question I get asked often is why I started Primrose. It is my favorite question, because on the surface I am selling cute hoodies, but it goes so much deeper than that.
When I was growing up my mom had a small clothing brand, Love Lea Designs, where she sold unique and frilly children’s outfits. She used ruffles, different textures, and a technique called appliqué.
For my 21st birthday my mom gifted me a sewing machine. I was humbled by how tedious and frustrating learning to sew was. I was so sure that sewing was just not for me. I was sewing out of my college house where fabric slowly started taking over my room. My mom suggested I learn appliqués as a way to learn different fabric types and tensions.
After a few months I started to get better and wear my designs out and about. I will always remember the first person who asked me “Where did you get your hoodie?” and I got to say “I made it <3.”
In October of 2024 I decided I was going to launch my business, with a sewing machine and a dream. I put together a Google form and announced it on my Instagram.
Fast forward to April 2025, I had applied to the Encinitas Street Fair as a vendor. I received the letter less than 14 days in advance. I had about 5 hoodies in inventory and had no idea what I needed to do a market. I somehow pulled it off and it was one of the most fulfilling experiences.
My mom now helps me sew my pieces and it is so full circle. We use a lot of her original fabrics that she used for her brand. I have always dreamed of having a brand, and this journey is truly a dream come true.
-Brooke Willier
Our 3rd Pop Up Shop Was a Success!
This event was so special to me because the Encinitas Spring Street Fair in April was my very first market. It is so crazy to see how far Primrose has come and how much I have learned since. My heart is so full from the love and energy you brought and I am so thankful to everyone who spent time with me and helped bring this community to life.
This was such an incredible experience. Getting to talk with you all, hear what you love, and learn what kind of designs you want to see was so special. I am working hard to restock all your favorite items and continue to bring new designs.
I could never of dreamed of being able to do anything like this. This is only the beginning and I’m so excited for what is ahead. Thank you for being part of this journey. I cannot wait to keep creating and sharing more with you all.
-Brooke Willier
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