Our Story

HEY, Y'ALL!

Ashley here telling you my "why" and bragging on my family. We are a family owned and operated custom embroidery and screen printing shop based in the piney woods of East Texas - D2 Threads. 

There were a few goals I had set for myself as a fresh out of college youngin, so the whole starting a business wild idea was quickly put on the back burner. But, if the Lord closes (okay, sometimes they were slams..) a door or two, you might want to start paying attention and I did just that after a few nudges from Ryan, my fiance. 

After graduating with a BBA in marketing, I've been fortunate enough to have worked a lot of cool corporate jobs from selling for a NBA team, working with the Department of Defense on business strategies, implementing marketing initiatives/events for an automotive manufacturer and currently, analyzing data to build strategies for an alcohol distributor. However, something was always missing and I never knew what it was until I realized my heart is built for small business.  Helping others brings me the most joy and fashion is always something I've enjoyed, so combining the two of them to bring the best out in each of you = a dream. Your support means the world to me as it allows me to chase my dreams and passion, but also support my family, our farm and future doing what I love.

No secret I'm the one behind all the mayhem and excitement of what makes up Daisy & Pine, but none of this would be possible without the constant encouragement and support from Ryan to step outside of my comfort zone, which I'm stubborn about when it comes to my career. We're just getting started with a list of goals we have laid out together, but you can always count on finding Ryan on his John Deere tractor and being the only person getting his money worth out of a horn. He is my better half and know you can't break something the good Lord brings together, but gosh pinch me - I can't ask for much more in this life. 

What's Behind Our Name?

I have to give credit where credit is due, so shoutout to Ryan for helping me come up with the official name of Daisy & Pine as my original name was out of the equation. There's a lot of sentiment behind the name, plus even more sweat, tears and passion behind the brand, so it holds a special place in our home. 

Growing up, Gerber Daisies were my favorite flower and even had my entire bedroom in middle school decked out in the retro Tommy Hilfiger daisy theme. I know, I know it was A LOT. To me, they brought a lot of joy and happiness just by how cheerful and pretty they were. They reminded me to bring joy and positivity to everyone you meet - strangers, best friends, anyone.

Fast forward to the fall of 2021, we rescued what we thought would be an outside livestock guard dog out of the blue and I named her Daisy Mae. Little did I know, she quickly became an escape artist (she knows NO boundaries like fences), our wild child, and the most morning dog we've ever met. She strives to make your day the best, loyal beyond belief to us, and is so full of excitement for the life she has now as she wasn't in the most loving situation before we got her. 

Pine comes from our roots being planted on the farm on the outskirts of Athens, Texas within the piney woods of East Texas. We're big on never forgetting where you came from and my future in-laws have been here for several generations, so the roots run deep. It's a small farming town where everyone knows your name at the grocery store, kids grow up learning how to drive the cattle truck or tractor, Friday nights are spent at the high school football game, neighbors look out for one another, and everyone waves at one another as you drive by - that's home to us and where each one of your orders are packaged with love, care and deepest appreciation for each of you. 

 

Big Hugs,

Ashley, Ryan (Chief Everything Officer), Diesel (Chief Trick Officer), and Daisy Mae (Chief Security Officer)