About The Kitschy Cactus

🌵Hey, Shanna here! (she/her) The year was 2021 and I (like most of us) was trying to find my way through the world after being laid off from my 9-5. I knew that I didn’t want to go back into the “standard” working world again and wanted SO badly to have an outlet for my creativity. I don’t quite recall why I decided to try making polymer clay earrings that winter day but I did! It felt like it came so naturally and I was instantly hooked. After almost 3 years of working with clay, I developed a terrible reaction on my fingers. I almost thought I was going to have to quit creating all together. Instead, I made a huge pivot and now happily work with acrylic. I love what I do very deeply and feel so grateful that I get to call this my job. My work is inspired by my long time love for all things retro and nostalgic. I love daisies, oldies, dogs and the colour pink. I am proudly apart of the LGBTQ community. I embrace inclusivity and diversity in everything I do. It's not just about being who I am—it's about fostering a welcoming environment where everyone feels accepted and valued. I believe all bodies are beautiful and worthy of respect. I support equal rights for all and think love is the most powerful force in the world.🌈 My designs are inspired by a little bit of everything. Music is one of my biggest inspirations. I adore tunes from the 1950s-1980s! As Bob Seger would say "I like that old time rock n roll!". Thanks for stopping by and supporting my small shop. Read their story