Meet Michelle! She is the owner of Sand and Silver! 

Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
My sister, she gets me and is hysterically funny.

What is your favourite local store in Victoria and why?
Any Discovery Coffee – their latte is exceptional.

Describe yourself in one word.
Persistent.

If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
France – for art, atmosphere and croissants!!

What is your favourite activity in Victoria?
Hiking Mt Doug.

What is the most embarrassing thing that has happened to you?
Toilet paper hanging out of my skirt in a posh restaurant.

What is the most inspiring thing that has happened to you?
Travelling with salts one summer and sailing up the island.

Tell us your favourite childhood memory.
Visiting Apple farms.

Where do you volunteer or give back to in the community?
We donate to five or six local groups in the city.

If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
More justice in all walks of life.

Where would you sneak away to in Victoria to spend some time alone?
Any beach.

Where would you like to see positive change in Victoria and why?
Revitalization of downtown Victoria, it’s a beautiful city and I am proud of it.

What do you think makes Victoria great?
It’s artists!

What are 3 things on your bucket list?
1. Speak fluent French

2. Visit Australia
3. Become famous for my art

Tell us something that not everyone may know about you.
I am funny.

How do people connect with you, personally, through social media? 
Instagram.

What is the name of your business/organization?
Sand and Silver under the umbrella Two Blooms Design Studio.

Why did you get into/start this business?
It was a dream to be an entrepreneur.

What is the goal of your business?
To create a distinctive style that is wearable and loved.

What has been your biggest struggle either at work or in life?
Time management.

If you could start all over again would you do things the same or would things be different?
Different.

What do you always find yourself saying?
I wish I had more time in my day.

Tell us your best piece of life advice.
You can do difficult things.

If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
Nicole Kidman – admire her talent.

Why do you think it is important to shop locally?
Not only shop local but shop locally made.

What has been your proudest accomplishment?
Making wedding rings.

Give someone you think that deserves it a shout out and explain why!
My sister Caron – she keeps me on track.

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