Meet Silvija, the owner and maker behind The Wooden Puzzle Name Canada. This is a small family business, specializing in handcrafted wooden toys made in Toronto, Canada. All of their products are made from 100% Canadian Maple of the best quality. Their goal is to distribute beautiful wooden puzzles around the world to make children of all nations happy.
Do you have children? If so, how many and how many years? Yes, two. A 12-year-old boy and a 10-year-old girl
What one thing probably doesn't know about you? Strong and steely on the outside, weak and emotional on the inside
Are you staying home mom? Actually Yes, because I’m a self-employed mom
What is your favorite thing about yourself? Nothing is impossible for me, I persevere until the very end
What is your favorite nightly activity in a meeting?
Dancing
What is one thing you couldn't live without?
The family
Who is your IG inspiration?
To make my products famous and make them a brand
What advice would you give to your younger self
Be persistent in everything, not superficial at all
Where is the business located?
In North York with a workshop
How did you choose a name for your business?
Simply, the three parts that make up my product - Wooden-puzzle-name
How do you balance creating children and running a business?
It depends on the day, sometimes it is stressful, and sometimes it is so easy and satisfying
Where can people find your products? Mostly online: on my website, via google, on Etsy online first page, on temporary Event (BabyShow, One of A Kind, Distillery Discrict ...)
What advice can you give to someone who wants to start their own business?
You have to believe in yourself, in the product / service you are doing and have a clear vision of where you will be in the next year, in 5 years in your own business.
What makes your business different from others?
My products are popular, always in demand, they are long-lasting, they do not become obsolete
What is the most challenging part of running your business?
Creativity and finding enough time to realize new ideas about new products
What does a typical day look like for you?
Getting up at 6, recreation, brisk walking until 7, Breakfast and preparing a schedule for the upcoming day (business-private), waking up children, work-work-work-work, active break with children, work-work-work and just before midnight going to sleeping (a little reading or watching something like a movie)
Favorite song: Queen - The Show Must Go On
Dream vacation: A trip around the world (meet other civilizations)
Favorite Book: The Bible
Dream Job: This is exactly what I'm doing now
Dream car: I'm not a big fan of cars (I like walking and cycling), but if I have to choose then TESLA
Dream meal: seafood
Favorite garment: Shoes
Instagram: @woodenpuzzlenamecanada www.woodenpuzzlename.com/
Puzzles are something we do everyday in our house. But I've found it difficult to find ones that interest Mason and are age appropriate for him. He doesn't sit long to do many activities because he is such a busy body but likes to try puzzles when Lily and I do them together.
I was so excited when I seen that The Wooden Puzzle Name Canada made puzzles that were 1) made out of wood, and 2) could be customized to my little man's interests! Let me tell you as soon as he seen there was a baseball on this puzzle he went NUTS and whenever we do puzzles with he immediately goes to pull out his special puzzle and practice right alongside Lily and I. The colour, design and craftsmanship on this puzzle is amazing! It is high quality and one of those toys and activities that will last a lifetime. I see us using this puzzle not only to practice fine motor skills but to also help teach Mason his name and for colour recognition. It's one of those activities that can be used in many different ways. And to top it off, you are able to customize the back of the puzzle as well. We of course couldn't resist putting the famous Babe Ruth quote on the back.
These would also make for a great gift! If you are looking for a baby shower gift or even starting your Christmas shopping I am sure you could cross off a few people on your list by purchasing a puzzle!
