MAD LOVE MONDAY | Ashley Prince - More Fun! Gourmet Sweets
I am Ashley Prince the owner and baker behind More Fun! Gourmet Sweets. More Fun! Is all about taking classic sweets and transforming them with healthful and gourmet ingredients.
I am Ashley Prince the owner and baker behind More Fun! Gourmet Sweets. More Fun! Is all about taking classic sweets and transforming them with healthful and gourmet ingredients. Each baked good is made with a combination of Sprouted Spelt flour and unbleached flour, organic produce, eggs and dairy and natural flavors and colors. Everyone is trying to consume less processed foods and more natural ingredients but everyone still craves sweets like cakes and cupcakes! So I set out to make better sweets, ones that you can feel good about serving yourself and your family.
More Fun! Came to fruition from one comment on my personal Facebook page. My sister had asked me to make her wedding cupcakes and I was practicing my piping skills and posting them to Facebook. Someone commented and asked “how much for an order?” At this time I was practicing with a bran muffin and store bought icing, so the thought that someone was interested in ordering was hilarious. But, I knew I could put together something absolutely delicious for this person, so I began to brain storm. And that folks, is how it all began.
When I created more fun! I had just been laid off, and I ended up being out of work for 8 months. The creation of my business allowed me to focus on something other than being out of work and that was huge for me. Fast forward nearly 2 years and I am embarking on the biggest challenge yet. I am crowdfunding in the month of February 2019 in hopes of gathering the remaining funds to move into a storefront in Leduc!
In this blog post, I wanted to touch on something I feel is relevant to me right now but also for many women going through the entrepreneur journey. I want you to have the confidence to “try”. Whatever that may mean for you- the next step in your business, the realization of an idea you have been mulling over for some time- find the confidence to try it. Because that’s how my journey began, I wanted to give this baking thing a try.
As my journey continued, I began to notice a change in myself that has truly been eye opening. I have realized my tenacity and instincts are more powerful than I have ever allowed them to be in the past. I attribute that evolution to allowing myself to become an entrepreneur. Yes I say “allow” because 3 years ago I would never have had the notion of starting a business from scratch. I allowed myself to run with an idea. To dream and create something without the fear of rejection. At the time, my bakery was just an idea that no one knew about but me. Slowly the idea grew stronger to the point I shared it and started to find ways to bring my products to the people to see what they thought. And do you know what? They loved it! And when I was told “these are the best cupcakes I have ever had”, that’s when I knew I couldn’t stop and I had to work towards bringing my baked goods to the masses. And this happened all because I found the confidence to try.
I decided late in 2018 that I was going to take a BIG step and launch a crowdfunding campaign to help raise the remaining funds to open my storefront. I knew it was time for the next big “try”. To take a calculated risk in hopes of furthering my business. I am preparing myself for the emotional rollercoaster ride that will follow with this crowdfunding campaign. I encourage you to follow me on social media, as I post about the highs and lows of this next chapter of my business. Perhaps my journey will give you the inspiration to try.
If you would like to contribute to my campaign you can visit my Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, website or visit atbboostr.ca. Every contribution receives a reward, so I urge you to check it out! Campaign runs from Feb 1- 28th.
WINTER MIXER 2019 | EVENT RECAP
We made MAGIC! What an amazing night celebrating each other. Connecting, learning and growing along side each other.
We made MAGIC! What an amazing night celebrating each other. Connecting, learning and growing along side each other. An amazing space filled with even more amazing people. I’m going to make this quick because lets be real it’s Thursday at 9pm and I have been working since 8am and want to get bed (real life boss babe problems). But we love you ladies and appreciate all of your support and we are so excited to share these photos with you! Check it out below and scroll down to view our sponsors & the Fav YEG HANGS noted by the attendees.
Thank you so much to our amazing sponsors!
& our Ambassadors!
Jocelyn Davison of The Virtual Effect
Glenda Decasa of Confessions of a Scorpio
Jamie Bay of JMEBAY
Check out the list of “YEG HANGS” recommended by the attendees!
Women with Vision - 2019 Vision Board & High Tea Party | EVENT RECAP
It is very obvious how much fun was had at our Women with Vision 2019 Event. The room was buzzing with goal planning and sharing.
It is very obvious how much fun was had at our Women with Vision 2019 Event. The room was buzzing with goal planning and sharing. We are happy to provide all of our new 2019 subscribers a copy of the How To sheet from the event! If you are already a subscriber or a member and would like a copy, please contact us. If you are interested in attending an upcoming event, search them here. Our events are open to the public (you do not require a membership to attend events).
Interested in throwing your own Vision Board Party? Check out this post for all of the tips and tricks!
Check out this amazing video recapping our event courtesy of our Ambassador, Nicole Constante
Venue: The Art Of Cake
Photography: Nicole Constante
We would like to acknowledge our partners for helping us to bring you this event:
LEXUS OF EDMONTON WEST
Edmonton’s Favourite Luxury experience proudly serving Edmonton for over a decade! They're serious about commitment to customers, drive to help the community and dedication to all things Lexus. PLUS they have a state-of-the-art facility. YES PLEASE.
Visit their website and Instagram to plan your visit!
SARASOTA HOMES
for your DREAM HOME!
St. Albert's Leading Custom Home Builder creating a personalized experience to build your dream home and rise above to deliver exceptional quality. At Sarasota Homes, custom is the standard.
Here is their website and Instagram for the home of your dreams.
Thank you to the Art of Cake for hosting us at such an incredibly beautiful space and for the treats! If you would like gorgeous cakes to bless your feed, here’s their Instagram!
And thank you to Balloon Source for providing us with balloons we can take cute pictures with!! Tag them on their Instagram when we take those photos! <3