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JOY IN JULY
Some of you asked us to share fun summer activity ideas to do with kids during a pandemic, and we think we found a home run!
LOVE YOU OCEAN BIG
Ocean big love is a love with “extravagant dimensions” that “absolutely nothing separate us from no matter what.” It’s a love that helps everyone remember they are chosen and worthy...
WELL-WATERED GARDEN
In the last few months, we’ve all had to submit and let go of expectations. Canceled plans, postponed celebrations. For me, setting restorative, life-giving rituals have been so important...
QUARANTINE ACTIVITIES
I wanted to share a few activities you can try with your little ones when you feel like you have RUN OUT of fuel and creative options. Hopefully, these ideas help you on a rainy afternoon or buy you a few minutes of peace during this wild time...
TAK PAK
During the month of April, Tennessee Alliance for Kids will be raising money to purchase and fill TAK PAKS for foster children and teenagers. TAK PAKS are backpacks or diaper bags filled with comfort and essential items for children entering foster care...
PULLING BACK THE LEAVES
Re-introducing our beautiful blog author! Nicole Edwards shares what has been on her heart during this time of COVID-19...
#GIFTthroughit
BRANDED Collective is a small business that locally just survived a natural disaster with a tornado which caused much devastation here in Nashville on March 3. Now, we're also globally surviving a pandemic...
PEACE & LOVE
Early in 2019, I longed to create a signature scent of Will & Ivey. Pulling from our motto, “Weaving peace and purpose through fashion,” I wanted to create a candle that gave out a peaceful calming aroma...
THIRTY-ONE YEARS!
Our founders Sandra and Karl Ney, just celebrated 31 years of marriage this week! So, we thought it would be fun to hear from them about love, communication, and the highs and lows of running a small business together...
SLOWING DOWN
Eyes half-open, I reach for my phone. The blue light comforts my boredom. My inability to rest satisfied with endless options...
FINDING YOUR HAVEN

“Taking a rest isn't a sign of weakness.” - Rebekah Lyons, Rhythms of Renewal
KINDNESS

Back in middle school, I longed for something I did not have—straight, frizz-less hair. With each step to the bus stop, my hair seemed to grow in height and frizz from the unforgiving combination of humid, dewy mornings...
PATIENCE
I grew up in a home where we were very open with our feelings. We’d go from all-out screaming wars to hugging and laughing hysterically with each other. It’s crazy, but I love it...
CLAIMING PEACE

I’m in this perpetual battle of what I commit to for myself and for family.

As summer approaches, advertisements fill our inboxes. Summer camps, beach passes, vacation deals, and discounts on clothes your kids “need” this summer...

 
MADE WITH CARE

It is with great joy that we can say all of our designs and garments are created and made in Tennessee, USA...
STORY

Will & Ivey was founded by Sandra Ney and her supportive husband Karl Ney in 2015 with the desire to create stylish comfort for the mini modern minimalist. The garments are made of high quality, soft, sustainable fabrics and designed to provide everyday comfort ensuring the freedom for creativity and play. 
JOY

When you see the word child, what image comes to mind?

Maybe it’s pigtails and carefree, silly laughter. Or perhaps it’s the smile on a young soccer player’s face after their first goal. But maybe, you know of (or were) a child who did not have a worry-free life. Maybe when you see the word child, you picture an orphanage...
LOVE
We want to introduce you to someone new to the Will & Ivey team. We are honored to have Nicole Edwards (writer and editor) share her gift as a writer to express the heart of Will & Ivey through stories, words of encouragement, and fun ideas for young families. Collectively, we hope to bring you comfort, style and joy! Here’s to a wonderful 2019!