Today we’d like to introduce you to Abigail Gallagher.
Hi Abigail, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
My name is Abi, and I’m the owner and artist of Words for a Season. My company offers a beautiful way to wear a meaningful word without the commitment of a permanent tattoo. How often have we had a word on our hearts carrying us through a season or love the idea of a tattoo but don’t want to commit? I’ve blended my love for doing calligraphy and desire for a tattoo and created a community of women who wear Words for a Season temporary tattoos to celebrate their highs and find strength for their lows.
My temporary tattoos work as fun self-expression but also as encouraging pep talks to take with you wherever you go.
I launched in 2017 when temporary tattoos were synonymous with children, and your mind went directly to cartoons or silly designs – nothing sophisticated or made for adults. I had been doing calligraphy and chalkboard art for several years prior to starting my business, so I was able to build rapport with my local and online community as a hand-letterer. I have always had an entrepreneur spirit, and my heart is to use my gifts/talents to encourage others, and the idea for Words for a Season was put on my heart. It’s been such an honor to see it grow and positively impact so many people over the last six years!
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall, and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It has been a lot of hard work, long days, and obstacles to overcome, but hearing stories from those who wear them – that they love being reminded of a powerful word/truth that positively impacts their mental health and sparks joy to their season – makes it all worth it! I ran Words for a Season while working my full-time corporate job for five years prior to taking the leap to now run Words for a Season full-time (just made a year!). Running a business in the early mornings, evenings, and on weekends is incredibly difficult, but with a lot of hard work and prayer – I was able to build it to a place where I have the honor of doing it full-time now!
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I create temporary tattoos out of my calligraphy and floral drawings! I specialize in words and botanicals and love drawing up new designs for my shop or custom designs for customers and brands!
Doing the creative side of my business brings me so much joy! Drawing, creating social content, developing brand materials, etc., is so much fun for me! I also love spreading brand awareness and selling my product at Markets, Events, and Pop-Ups! It’s a joy to meet and hear everyone’s stories and get to provide a fun, visual encouragement to you with my temp tattoos!
I believe the why and heart behind my brand is what sets me apart! Everything is done in-house; I hand-draw everything and have built this business by myself.
Do you have any memories from childhood that you can share with us?
This is hard! So many things come to mind. I would say one of my favorite childhood memories is any time spent with my family – birthdays, holidays, etc. My mom always decorated (and still does) the house for each holiday and made it special for my siblings and I. Whether it was a Sunday BBQ with my immediate and extended family in my hometown or visits with my other side of the family up north in the Summer, I feel like my favorite memories are all surrounded with the people I love!
Pricing:
- $7.50 for Single Temp Tattoo
- $15 two-pack
- $22 three-pack
- $28 four-pack
- $100 custom tattoo design
Contact Info:
- Website: www.wordsforaseason.com
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/wordsforaseason
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/wordsforaseason
Image Credits
Emilee Prado
