The Lazy Daisy Gift Store is a timeless gift shop with not only unique but affordable goods for everyone. Located in the Villages of Leesburg, Lazy Daisy is said to be a special place for a special person, as it was founded by Michelle Leshok in memory of her late son. The blossoming business gives local vendors the opportunity to share their work with others. The process of presenting artwork to the business and customizing a booth that is personalized for the vendor is a highlight of the process. Melinda Rohdes and Rebecca Dashiell Brunton are two vendors at the beloved shop who share their work with the public of Western Loudoun.
Rebecca Brunton is one of the many crafters who contributes her very own art to the Lazy Daisy. Rebecca created Honeysuckle Farm Art Studio due to her devoted love to all aspects of art. She expressed that “making stained glass is my first love,” as that is the primary feature in her pieces. Brunton’s art stands out brightly in the Lazy Daisy, as it reflects sunlight and joy all throughout the building. Brunton set forth to start her journey after the passing of her beloved parents. She voiced, “Their passing sparked something in me to go out and try something different.” Brunton made the transition to sharing her art with the public, and the Honeysuckle Art Studio then expanded its horizons when it encountered the Lazy Daisy Shop. She explained, “I worked in the next building over from Lazy Daisy, and I would pass by Lazy Daisy several times a day. I knew I could eventually have a booth there, and I finally do.” Ever since that moment, Honeysuckle Farm Art Studio has made an appearance at the Lazy Daisy.
Melinda Rohdes is another fantastic crafter whose art makes an appearance at Lazy Daisy. Her business, Mellie J’s Wander Wood, specializes in creating unique pieces such as resin wooden works that feature a touch of her Florida roots. “I love the beach, so I really enjoy creating any sorts of items with blues or beachy colors,” Rhodes expressed. While explaining her choice to share her art at the Lazy Daisy, Rhodes continued, “I was in Lazy Daisy one day. I noticed no one there sold anything quite like me.” Her unique touch and speciality with working with resin allows her to create art that appeals to all.
The Lazy Daisy is a place for all to feature their own pieces. Through their simple process of accepting vendors of all different regions of art, and giving new opportunities to all local artists, art continues to blossom at Lazy Daisy. The local touch that fills the building is something that encourages locals to continue to visit the shop. Lazy Daisy truly never stops blooming.