ABOUT JOLLY DEE:
PLANT INSPIRED, COFFEE POWERED.
FROM CHILDHOOD DAYDREAMS TO A SMALL CREATIVE BUSINESS
Sip, Scribble, and Smile
Hello! I’m Ruth, the Yorkshire lass and homebody behind Jolly Dee. Fuelled by coffee and a love of houseplants, Jolly Dee was created from a life-long desire to have an outlet to be creative, and help others to be inspired to have a more positive outlook on life, be reminded to look after themselves, and create a unique home and office space.
Being a creative designer and small business owner has been an absolute dream of mine since I was young – dreaming dreams on a Norfolk beach with a flask of coffee, a slice of my Nan’s Parkin, nestled behind a windbreak, with my nose in a craft book every summer break! More about that on the Blog.
Many have noticed my naturally cheerful optimistic outlook, and I believe it translates into everything I create. "Jolly Dee" (derived from an old English term meaning "Jolly Delightful") reflects this core value for me.
Mission
Each of Jolly Dee’s cheerful gifts are made for plant parents and coffee lovers who seek to inject inspiration and positivity into their home and workspace.
I would like Jolly Dee to be a reminder that even simple things can spark joy and inspire a more positive outlook on life.
Values
Cheerfulness
Positivity
Joy
Thoughtfulness
Adaptability
THE DESIGN PROCESS
Keep Growing and Enjoy the Journey
Plant inspired and powered by coffee, each colourful and inspiring Jolly Dee collection comes to life from my cosy little leafy workspace inside my home in Yorkshire.
With a coffee to power my creativity, my ideas are thoughtfully sketched in my notebook and hand drawn digitally. Designs are then assembled, packaged up, and posted to you with love from me!
STRIVING TO BE ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS
Mindful Packaging
I’m always looking for ways to further reduce my small business’s environmental impact.
I share your concern for the environment, which is why I use only recycled, recyclable, reusable, or compostable packaging. My packaging can either be re-used by you, or easily disposed of in your recycle bin or compost!
I strive to use recycled, sustainably sourced, and/or long lasting materials for my products where possible.