My mother (Wendy) has always been incredibly crafty. When face masks became a necessity during COVID-19, she quickly realized that most face masks were uncomfortable, too tight, or didn’t fit our faces well. On top of that, she also disliked the waste created by disposable masks. So naturally, she looked for a solution on her own. 

When she finally created a mask that truly fit right, it sparked a thought: maybe we weren’t the only ones frustrated by uncomfortable masks. With that thought, we decided to open up an Etsy shop and list a few of our handmade masks. What we didn’t expect was how quickly our small idea would grow. Since 2020, we've added a combination of new passions such as jewelry making, crocheting, and creating other small gifts. Alongside our handmade items, we also began offering a curated selection of products created by trusted artisans and small manufacturers.

Through it all, one of the most meaningful parts of this journey has been watching strangers appreciate my mother’s craftsmanship. It makes me so grateful to see how crochet pieces she once made only for our family are now being loved and cherished by people all over the world. (and even if she's a little shy to admit it, it also fills her cute little heart with joy!)

With all of this being said, this shop has supported our family through incredibly difficult times; from helping us cover rent during COVID-19 to contributing toward our college education. It is because of this that The Happy Note remains more than a business for us; this shop is also a blessing and a shared dream between my mother, my younger sister, and me.