The 2008 StartupNation Leading Moms in Business Competition

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Original Belly Works

Original Belly Works

Contestant's Case to Win

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Original Belly Works was born out of a desire to make my own contribution to the family budget while being a stay-at-home mom. I also wanted to create something tangible that would forever keep me connected to that special time in my life. I am a mother of 4 who has turned her hobby into a business. I have found that I am most innovative and productive when I am being stretched to my limit. Keeping with the extremely busy schedule that comes with raising children, like so many mothers I felt a deep need to experience something of my own. I always had a creative craving and have always been trying to find my own artistic voice. My company has taken a fairly new concept and revolutionized it. Original Belly Works takes belly casting to a whole new dimension. . We provide kits for pregnant women, so they can create a plaster mold of their pregnant tummy. We can fiber glass the plaster molds of the pregnant mommies tummy, decorate them and create lasting keepsakes for the mother and child. I began casting to create a lasting heirloom for each of my children. In so doing, my friends and family were so amazed at the detail, the artistry, and the overall concept that they suggested I create a business doing what I'd been so passionate about and Original Belly Works was conceived. I am proud to announce that I have officially given birth to 'My Baby'. Like all proud mothers, I am enjoying watching my 'Baby' grow and develop.
It hasn’t always been easy, but who said ‘Motherhood‘ was. But it has been very rewarding.

I never imagined that I would make my career as an artist. But inspiration and ‘LIFE’ has a funny way of giving us wings and courage! I am grateful to my family and to God for such a rich and rewarding opportunity.

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  • What a unique idea. I will spread the word on my face book and myspace as well as @ all the baby showers...Read more
  • Hey Tish your the best and your a great friend so let your friends no to call chickenman if they need...Read more
  • Go TISH!!!! You are smoking!!! But we knew that already! ;) God bless! You're already winner to us! ...Read more