Mon, 30 Dec 2024 20:52:09 -0800WeeblyMon, 30 Dec 2024 20:54:25 GMThttp://brorhuco.com/blog/ending-2024I hope everyone's holidays were relaxing, safe and enjoyable!
December 28 was the last market of the year and what an ending it was!
To recap the last two months: I had to ditch my Saturday market. Honestly, many vendors felt the same about this venue, Just wasn't a good fit! Especially when compared to my Sunday market, Skyline East Mesa, which is AMAZING. I just started Brorhuco full time Nov 2024 after my prior employer of 15 years decided to lay off hundreds of other employees, so that they can save money by sending the work to India.
A blessing in disguise really!
I've met amazing people so far. For starters, James Bender who owns Sippy Crumbs Coffee and organizes the Skyline venue. He really cares about the vendors/small business owners and it shows!
Next, a new client Doug and his wife Lisa. Amazing folks! About 3 or 4 weeks ago, they stopped by my booth for the first time. Doug asked "Do you make belts? I need a black leather belt". My first thought was "boring" and I responded "You can buy belts everywhere." "Not good ones" he replied. Long story short, they've visited my booth every weekend, he bought the very FIRST Brorhuco belt ever made, and now I'm receiving more belt orders than I ever imagined. Go figure, there's a shortage of quality full grain leather belts! I'm filling that void!
Other vendors have also been supportive. What a great community we're building!
My brother, wife, 4 nephews and two of their poodles showed up for the first time this weekend. It was fun having them check out the market. It seemed like they had a good time. Their visit meant a lot to me. My second youngest nephew had an epiphany while looking at my business cards and concluded that the name Brorhuco comprised of the first 2 letters of each of his and his brothers' names. I told them that a couple of years ago, but I guess the company was more of a concept rather than reality back then and just didn't sink into his little brain. :)
Looking forward to a great 2025!
Happy New Year everyone! Have fun, be safe!

Sincerely,
James




]]>Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:18:10 GMThttp://brorhuco.com/blog/come-see-products-live-and-meet-the-founder-artistHi it's James! I'm showing now until May of 2025 from 9am to 1 pm every Sunday at The Skyline East Mesa Farmers Market conveniently located at 2055 S Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85209. (The SE corner of Power Rd. & Baseline) This is directly south of the old outlet mall, just behind Dunkin Donuts & Big O Tires.

My business is very new and I have much work to complete! Every week you'll find something new in my inventory, so visit the market often! Currently I have dog collars and leashes (large & medium breed), wallets, RFID protected card holders and magic braided leather bracelets. Future production may also include: Men's belts, fanny packs, makeup bags, carry & conceal fanny packs.
I love new and challenging projects, so if you would like to see me create something that I don't have in my inventory, let's discuss!
Please come out to the market and help support other local businesses. There are so many fun vendors, great gift ideas, good food and a personal favorite and friend of mine, Mama Macaroon! The overall atmosphere of the market is wonderful!
Hope to see you there!!
Love & kindness,
James Edward Collins
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