Custom Designs By Ms. C

I opened my Zazzle store in 2018, after experimenting with another print-on-demand site. What began as a side hustle to earn a little extra income while job hunting quickly became something deeper—a personal challenge, a creative awakening, and a dream in progress. The first six months were tough. I had no design experience, no roadmap, and no idea how to make this store successful. All I knew was that I wanted my own business. I poured hours into promoting my products on social media, hoping for just one sale. Nothing came. I was discouraged, ready to walk away. Then came the breakthrough I’ll never forget: a customer bought 60 refrigerator magnets. That first sale lit a fire in me. Seeing money in my account wasn’t just exciting—it was proof that my effort mattered. It gave me hope, confidence, and the push I needed to keep going. Every day still brings challenges, but I’m more determined than ever. I’ve learned so much about design, business, and mindset. I’ve grown stronger, more focused, and more creative. This store has taught me that I’m only limited by my thoughts, and once I started believing in myself, everything began to shift. My goal is to build this store into something sustainable, something freeing. I want to live off my royalties and create with purpose. Until then, I’ll keep pushing forward—one design, one lesson, one breakthrough at a time.