Bananas Bandanas Co.
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Hi, I'm Sarah and my sidekick is Banana. I hand-make pet accessories including reversible bandanas that easily slip over your pet's collar. This prevents your pets from being able to kick the bandana off their head or from it easily untying around their neck. I also make sturdy bow ties that attach to their collar, and I make collars in three different sizes. Now you might be thinking, what about us humans? Don't worry, I also make matching scrunchies for humans so you can twin with your bestie.
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Fleming Island, FL
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Banana and I were both born and raised in Fleming Island and have been best friends for almost 9 years. Our hobbies include going for long walks, playing on the beach, and paddleboarding together.
I went to school for Marine Science and for the past couple of years, I have been working out in the Bering Sea on commercial fishing vessels collecting data for NOAA. Being out at sea for months at a time in Alaska, especially during winter, has its challenges but is equally rewarding. I am very passionate about sustainability and have always been adventurous. I have learned so much while working in Alaska but I'm ready to settle down in my hometown. I recently married the man of my dreams and my passion has since shifted. Instead of being on a boat for half the year, I want to spend more time with my family. Having quality time with my husband and Banana is what drives my passion behind my products.
When I got home from my last deployment out to sea, I sat down with my mom's sewing machine which is older than I am, and I just started sewing. I started off by fixing one of Banana's old bandanas and then started making my own from there. I thought, "this is so much fun, I wonder if other people would be interested in these products for their fur babies."
I attended my first market in October 2022 and had great feedback. I absolutely love tapping into my artistic side and creating products for people to enjoy and I hope you will too.
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