Hi, i'm Carey

I have always loved doing anything creative. I used to color, draw, and doodle continuously when I was little. As I grew up, I've tried a variety of creative outlets but becoming a mom has changed the way I view my business and life in general. Creativity no longer feels like a hobby, it is a necessity. For years I've felt that making others happy at all costs is what makes you a kind, sweet, good person. As I experienced motherhood, I lost myself more and more. Not because my beautiful son did anything wrong but because he offered me the lesson that my wellbeing is as important as his. I wasn't taking care of myself or making time for what I needed. I lost myself so completely I broke down. I've been finding my way back for several years and it's been a long crazy journey. I have found myself in ways I never knew were possible. Art has been part of that journey. We each need to express ourselves as a form of self-care and self-love. I want my son to know that his voice matters in this world. It is needed and wanted. I can't teach him that if I don't believe it for myself. Each new challenge I face is a reminder to turn towards myself and remember that I deserve to be here and to be known. I believe this is true for all of us. We all deserve to be seen, to be known, and to be loved. 

I'm so glad you're here!

Over these last few years, I realized how many moms and wives feel this way. There is a fundamental belief that we are only of value if we are taking care of those we love in whatever way that looks for each individual person. We don't understand that we deserve as much love and care as we give to those we care about. This is where Hygge  (pronounced Hoo - Ga) comes in for me. It's about creating a home that is our sanctuary. Filled with things that delight us and make us feel cozy, safe, and joyful. It's about creating small amounts of time throughout our day to care for ourselves. It's about connecting with those we love in intentional ways.It's about learning to relish all the little moments that remind us that this life, no matter how challenging, is a gift. This isn't meant as a dismissive statement. So many people are suffering with physical or emotional hardships. The Nordic region has so much less light than many of us and yet, they are some of the happiest people on the planet. I wanted to know what they know that I didn't. How do you find happiness in the darkness? Maybe it's literal darkness or the dark night of your soul. Either way, joy can be found in the darkest of moments. This is my why for creating everything I do. To help remind all of us that joy is our birthright and natural state. Each product is designed to help create your own sanctuary, to help you express yourself, to help you remember to offer yourself care, This might mean taking ten minutes each morning to be totally present as you make your morning cup of tea or coffee. Smelling it as it brews, picking your favorite mug to put it in, and then letting yourself really taste it before you rush off to start your day.


This is also the reason why I chose the name Home and Heart. It represents everything I stand for. Anything I create is meant to evoke cozy, happy, inviting feelings through color, content, and energy. 

My Why