KAVITHA DEVAIAH, SILVER LACE
The year 2002 marks one of the biggest turning points in Kavitha Devaiah’s life. Acting on the inspiration she got from her role model Martha Pullen (well known for turning heirloom sewing and machine embroidery into a popular hobby), Kavitha established a kids wear boutique called Silver Lace.
Having started out 15 years ago, I asked Kavitha how it compares to doing business today. She recalled how her main mode of marketing was by word of mouth. So when she was introduced to the world of social media she was very excited that she was finally able to reach a large client base! Kavitha also feels that competition is much more aggressive now although the demand for embroidered clothes (especially smocked clothing) continues to grow.
Now 46 years old, Kavitha looks back to the day she started with one tailor, no clients and a very big dream. There were times when she had to make tough choices and many compromises but with time and with the support of her family, Silver Lace grew into a thriving business.
Her advice is simple and what she has gathered from experience. “Find the right balance” she says, “because everyone should definitely pursue their passions and follow their dreams, come what may.”
10:21 AM
Congrats, keep going, all the best wishes,
12:32 PM
Super kavita all the best
2:10 PM
Kavita…balancing the warp and weft is not everyone’s cup of Tea or is it Coffee? 🙂
Seamstress…you are…indeed…
The magic of your fingers, the Grace of your designs…keep weaving designs into baby dolls’ lives. Good luck. God bless.
2:18 PM
Congratulations and best wishes Kavithaji.
3:01 PM
Kavitha, i am witness to your beautiful creations ….
Your girly and delicate creations have been an integral part of kyra’ s childhood celebrations and important ocassions …
Wishing you the very best!!!
4:44 PM
So proud of you kavitha aunty! You are an epitome of big dreams do come true.. keep inspiring!
5:10 PM
Balancing is the most important thing for women you have proved and the best example towards all the women.
7:55 PM
Congratulations Kavitha, you are also a part of my girls growth, each time I approached you, you did it. I enjoyed all the dresses did for my girls
8:19 PM
Congrats Kavita!! Beautiful n neat designs. Magical fingers you have in cooking ,gardening n now in creating new designs for the little ones.
How are Drishya n Deeksha? They must be in college by now.
Regards,
Shanti
Shanti.
8:29 PM
Congratulations and God Bless
1:56 AM
Congrats Kavitha. Well deserved accolades. I have seen how you strived to keep the balance and also the sacrifices you made working late to complete the orders on time. i have fond memories of the dresses you made for my daughter and my neices. Never missed the mark of a perfect dress. Wishing you much more success.
5:15 PM
Thanks
5:17 PM
Thanks Shilpa for such wonderful appreciating words ?
5:20 PM
Thanks shanthy for remembering my cooking and gardening skills!! No more beautiful garden after we moved to a flat, as for the cooking skills trying to keep it going!!!!Children all fine?
5:20 PM
Thanks Santhosh
5:21 PM
Thanks for appreciating jija?
5:21 PM
Thanks sazia
5:22 PM
Thanks tulsi ?
5:23 PM
Thanks a lot for such appreciating words Padmini ?
5:23 PM
Thanks bharathi
5:24 PM
Thanks sachi for praising me with such lovely words ??
10:45 PM
Kavita acca bhojiuaunty sends you her good wishes n blessings on your success. Regards Achappas
11:18 AM
Congratulations Kavitha!! Continue the magic you create to make all little girls look beautiful with your creations.
11:23 AM
Thanks a ton Rashmi, and thank Boji aunt too??
11:25 AM
Thanks Rashmi.
8:47 AM
Thanks Namitha
7:07 PM
You are so spectacular! I Would love to hear from you pretty lady. Again I’m so proud of you. Love Martha
7:40 PM
Thanks Martha. You are my inspiration ??
10:19 PM
Feels so great to see everyone’s inspiring and kind words about my mother! As her daughter I couldn’t be more proud of how well she’s managed everything in life and I appreciate every one of her sacrifices while we were growing up. Couldn’t have asked for a better mom? Thanks for teaching us what life is all about ma. You inspire Deeksha and me to be the best at what we do! Here’s wishing you lots of joy and success ?
6:51 PM
??thanks deepthi. I hope I’ll have the same energy and spirit to carry on as long as possible ?
7:16 PM
Hi Kavita, you are inspiring …what you have achieved is really special…and the best part of it is you find the right balance…look forward to Silver Lace scaling greater heights.
6:53 PM
Thanks Gowri ?
5:36 PM
I just received my first order from Kavitha 2 days back.Must say that her creations are incredibly beautiful ☺️.Neat work and quality fabric.Glad that I got to know about Kavitha and Silver Lace.Keep going and Best wishes to Silver Lace Team.
8:52 AM
Thanks Sangeetha ?
8:09 PM
Congratulations Kavita! Wish you good luck n cheer!
8:52 AM
Thanks Meena