Tenkara Alaska

Last Summer we decided it was time to really test the strength and versatility of our Tenkara rods. So what better place to go than Alaska. We managed to find some big rainbows, salmon, and good times in the last frontier. (no rods were harmed in the filming of this movie).

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Tenkara Trip

 Photo Credit: Kylie Turley

In September we traveled to Driggs, Idaho and West Yellowstone with Tenkara Rod Co for some fall fishing and film projects. We hiked into Bitch Creek and I caught my first native cutthroat with my tenkara rod. Van hung out on the shoreline with the rest of the crew or Drew packed him on his back as he waded through the river.

After a few days fishing in Driggs we headed to West Yellowstone. We watched Old Faithful blow and stood face to face with a mama elk and baby elk. It was amazing watching the elk roam among the buffalo and we really felt like guests in their territory. We stayed in Drew's office for a couple nights, a cabin for a few nights, and camped in Smiley Creek.

By the end of the trip we were dirty and exhausted, but we had such a great time. We drove around 15 hours and 1,000 miles and Burt ran like a champ. I am still amazed at the guts our van has. Don't forget to pick up a Tenkara package here for a fun Christmas present to get out and fish!

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Drew has been a busy man lately, I'm not used to having to be on my own so much. He has been traveling more for business and recently got back from a trip to Brazil (more on that later), but I just wanted to say how proud I am of him and all his hard work--if you could count fishing as work! Here's a fun video that Spencer made of their fishing adventures with Tenkara Rod Co.

Viva Las Vegas

In February we went to the Pool Trade Show again for my company, Feral Watches. This year we didn't bring Van which was soooooo much easier. Luckily his Grandma Hollenback was able to watch him in Utah while we were in Vegas! As much as I missed him, it was nice to be able to focus on work and not have to step outside every couple hours to nurse like last year. At night we were able to shop, eat, and hang out with friends as late as we wanted--so liberating!

Since the trade show in Vegas I have spent a lot of time re-evaluating Feral, where I want it to go, and what I want to do. You see, my number one important job is to be a mom, but I also want Feral to continue growing. Both of these jobs take up a lot of time to succeed. I am eager to accomplish these goals while somehow maintaining my sanity. Stay tuned!

Lately.

 pc: kylie turley

We've been doing a lot of this lately. Drew usually goes fishing by himself during the day, but when we get to go as a family it's even better. We switch holding Van for the rod while Jimmy is busy dragging one of us around by the leash. It feels so good to get outside and take in the view. Fall really should last longer, don't ya think?

PS- Drew's tenkara rods are for sale now at www.tenkararodco.com!

Pool Trade Show

In August I went to my first trade show for my company, Feral Watches. You can read more about it on my Feral blog here. I knew I needed to go to one of these to start getting my watches into stores, but wanted to wait until I had a larger collection. It turned out to be perfect timing for Feral!

I honestly didn't know what to expect, but after talking to buyers from large retail stores I began to realize that Feral has great potential. Before the trade show I set a goal to get into Urban Outfitters. I don't think I ever talked to the buyer for Urban, but since the trade show I have gotten my watches into Anthropologie, Free People, ModCloth, and some smaller boutiques across the US that are equally rad. I was mind blown to be "good enough" for some of my favorite companies and feel so blessed I reached my goal to become a vendor for Urban Outfitters.

Now I am working on at least five new watch designs that I am so excited to release later this year and next spring/summer. It's great to be able to make my ideas come to life and see my company grow. Keep your eyes open for Feral!

Chalkboard Watch

Well, I was planning on doing some more blogging before another business related post, but today is the big day! I have been working on a new watch design for Feral called The Artist. I am so excited to release the first ever chalkboard watch! It's basically a bracelet style watch with a chalkboard face for drawing. I just launched a Kickstarter project for it here. As you may have seen, Drew recently had a really successful project on there and largely from the initial help from friends and family. Thank you for supporting my [our] crazy ideas!

Tenkara Rod Co

You know my husband and his projects. I call him a serial entrepreneur for good reason. He just loves to start businesses and isn't afraid to run with an idea. I love that about him.

About a month ago Drew launched a Kickstarter project for his newest company, Tenkara Rod Co. He fell in love with tenkara fishing last year and thought he'd test out the market with two new rod designs. Tenkara is an ancient Japanese method of fishing that only involves a rod, a line, and a fly. It's fun and easy!

Check out his latest project here before it ends tomorrow. We have been humbled to see such positive feedback and it is so cool seeing his ideas come to life. Thanks for the support!

Wood Watch | The Slab

You know how my husband likes wood? Well, his business partner started a company called Slim Timber making beautiful wood wallets by hand. He asked Drew for some help with this new wood watch idea he had been working on. What makes these watches different than the wood watches you may  have seen before is they are automatic movement (powered by motion), water resistant, and the first ever skateboard watch. 

Wood can be fragile, so over the past 6 months they have tweaked designs, made various prototypes, played with wood stabilization, and tested the quality. They have finally come up with the first wood watch of its kind- The Slab. 

Check out their Kickstarter project here and make a pledge to get a watch at a special early bird price! We are down to the last hours and have already reached our goal, but every bit helps to bring these watches to the market. The Slab is designed to last a lifetime! Your man will love it.

Feral Watches Look Book Video

Check out this rad video my sister Ky made for my company! How did she know I am currently obsessed with this song? Talk about sister telepathy. I am in love.

Feel free to dance and don't forget to check out my project on Kickstarter! We only have one week left to reach our goal and it's getting close. I'm about to have a baby and a heart attack, so please help me get funded so we can produce these new designs! You will make all my Christmas wishes come true!

Make a pledge here and share my project with your family and friends! Thank you!

Cyber Monday Sale

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Just in case you missed our sales on Black Friday, we have some coupon codes for you today too! Don't forget to check out my Kickstarter project here. Make a pledge for a new watch, get one we have available on the website free. That is 2 watches for less than the price of 1! Offer applies Cyber Monday only. It's a win-win. Heck of a deal. Even Santa says so. All discounts expire tonight at midnight so I suggest you start shopping!

BLACK FRIDAY SALE

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you're welcome.

happy shopping!

feral kickstarter project

When I started making wrap watches for my shop Meggie's Love, I had no idea how far they would take me. These designs inspired me to create a watch company called Feral Watches. Who knew I would become a business woman? Each watch is designed carefully with you in mind to reflect personal style; whether you're the type to keep it simple, stay classy, or make a statement.

Now I need your help. I recently launched a project on Kickstarter to get my latest designs on your wrists. Kickstarter is a website for sharing ideas where people can go to back projects monetarily in exchange for a tangible reward. The watches used in this video are just prototypes of what can soon become a reality. Your pledge means a lot to me in getting these new styles produced. With Christmas around the corner, it's the perfect time for you to get one of Feral's newest designs before anyone else at a special early bird price!

Check out my project here and please feel free to share the link with your friends and family, anything helps!