Designs By Alfreda

I am a business owner with a degree from Cleary University. I established Designs By Alfreda in 2012 and have taken my products to various shows and establishments as well as operating an online Etsy Shop. Originally from Mississippi, I now reside in Michigan and enjoy spending time with my four children and four grandchildren.

A May Gem

Emerald Isle (Ireland) and Emerald City (from The Wizard of Oz) conjure up images of lush, rich locations, an apt description for a gem that is one of only four precious stones (diamonds, rubies, and sapphires are the other three). Emerald is considered “The Jewel of Kings,” is a symbol of hope, renewal, and growth, and […]

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10 Reasons to purchase a gift basket created by Designs by Alfreda

1.     Baskets are tailored to a theme 2.     Every item is carefully selected to tie-in to the theme 3.     A gift basket shows your thoughtfulness 4.     A gift card may be perceived as impersonal, but never a personalized gift basket 5.     A basket is an overflow of generosity, with many gifts to use over time 6.     Each gift basket has to

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