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Hi! I am Becky Swartzlander, the owner, operator, designer…and creator (whew) of Remarkably Rebecca Rose! I have been crafting most of my life. I was fortunate enough to be raised by a mother who sewed and crafted for many years. I owe my creativity to her. Thanks Mom!
I started creating again in my adult years about 19 years ago. I was constantly re-decorating my home and began making my own home décor. Fortunately I am one of those romantic, French-country-cottage-chic, primitive-whimsical Victorian girl! (Some call it eclectic…I like to think unique, one of God’s chosen princesses, “I am fearfully and wonderfully made” Psalm 139:14)
Well, most people find it hard to believe there is a creative, “unique” side of me. For 20 years of my life I was a police officer. You got it, a gun toting, badge carrying, uniformed police officer. Now you can imagine why those that know me from work had a hard time picturing this “foofy” other side. While working shifts, I often got home late at night and could not unwind. So, I began creating! It became my relaxation. Then my friends and family told me I should sell my crafts. So I began going to craft shows, then rented spaces in local craft stores, and now I am venturing out into the world-wide-web! I am so excited!
Now I am only 44 (yes, I said ‘only’…) I retired early due to some medical problems. The stress of the job became unhealthy for me. I medically retired in August of 2004. I enjoyed my work and have many happy memories to take with me in my next endeavor. Thank you to all the men and women in blue that were a part of my life for so many years. Be safe out there!
As for my next venture, I am spending time with my family, getting involved in the many ministries in my church and am teaching in the Administration of Justice Program at COllege of the Sequoias. I am also spending a great amount of time creating crafts and jewelry for my website and local shows. I would like to thank DJDoodle for creating my fantastic website! DJ, you rock! I would also like to thank all the wonderful ladies that have faithfully purchased my wares over the years and a special thank you to my family (and extended family) for all the hard work and time you sacrificed helping me with my creations! Thank you my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, for choosing me, and giving me these wonderful gifts and talents to share with others.
To all of You, thanks for visiting my website and God Bless you! If you haven’t done so already, please sign my guest book before you leave. I’ll share one of my favorite scriptures; “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.” Matthew 7:7 |