The Story of Hope Design Ltd.

Hope Design Ltd. was developed to address one of the difficulties of military life. It’s hard for a military spouse to find meaningful employment. Over the past 18 years, we’ve lived in 11 different homes. And, with two young sons, the options were even fewer. I have always been inspired by my husband’s career and his passion for military history, and the insignia and designs of the military have always fascinated me.  So I looked at what I loved to do, what I wanted to do and what I could do and created a company where I could 'create by night while the little ones sleep.'We launched in 2013, just weeks after my youngest son was born. (Yes, I must have been crazy). Sometimes I look at him and reflect on how he, and the business, were born at the same time. My, how they’ve grown! What started as a hobby has grown to an Etsy store, and now into a brand. Through moves and raising children, this portable career has brought me joy, friendship, and fulfillment.