About us.
Hey everyone! My name is Kayla and I am the owner of The Local Collective. TLC opened in January of 2017 in West Bend. Since then we have moved to a new, great location in downtown Hartford. We offer great handmade items from over 120 local makers and artists all under our roof. We also host workshops and classes here about 2-6 times a month in our new workshop space.
One of the biggest goals is to let our customers know the importance of investing in small businesses like us, and to shop local. By shopping local, you are helping families put food on their table, pay off school loans, buy a house, making their dreams come true, and so much more. Knowing that the money you spend here stays as local as possible is what I strive for, investing in our own community. We all thank you for supporting all of that and more!
A few facts about me:
The Local Collective has been a dream of mine for MANY years. I grew up with a vision of always having a shop downtown Hartford. I never knew the day would come so fast, and I wouldn't change it for the world. My mother and I also own K&C Studios. We create sublimation printing on tumblers, mugs, accessories and more. Our items are not only offered at The Local Collective but in several other locations as well.
I am happily married to a man named Darrell. We have been together since 2007 and still loving our adventure together. We have our son Rhett, who is our main sales man at the shop. He can upsell anything because he’s truthful about what he loves, did I mention he’s only 5?! He is the biggest blessing in our lives! I also love a good cup of coffee, blaring my music loud enough I can’t hear myself sing, always love a good laugh, going camping, going to church, and enjoying time with my family and friends. I also really love to support our wonderful community and support as many local places as I can. I truly believe in community over competition.