“Hi! I’m the daughter of the duo! Originally from Connecticut, I’ve lived in St. Petersburg, FL for the past 12 years with my husband and two young boys.

After the birth of my youngest son, I was suddenly furloughed from a career in travel that I adored and switched to full time stay at home mom mode. I started to lean into my creative hobbies (baking and sewing primarily) as a way to channel my nervous energy. Now that I'm back to work full-time, my creative outlets are more important than ever.

I love how my city has long been a huge supporter of small and local businesses. When the opportunity came up to start our own small business with my mom, I jumped at the opportunity!

My hope is that you love our products as much as I love making them!”

"I’m Gayle, the mom of the duo. I was born in northern Maine, spent most of my life in Connecticut, and retired to Florida.

I have had a lot of roles in my lifetime: childcare worker, teacher, wife, and mother, however my most exciting and fulfilling role has definitely been that of grandmother or “mamita” as my little cherubs call me. Nothing brings me more joy than interacting with my four grandchildren!

My favorite pastimes have always been gardening, especially herbs, and handcrafting, especially sewing. Over the years, Kaleena has had some creative, and sometimes challenging, projects she needed me to execute. I've always tried to magically fulfill her vision from medieval prom dresses, to all sorts of costumes and home projects.

Eventually we started sewing together, creating both fun and practical items. This led us to launch Alma Ria Designs. It certainly has been rewarding to spend time doing something I love with someone I love!"