A Peek Behind the Scenes at Simon Says Stamp and a Bit About Our Family :)
Hi friends!
Many of you have asked about our story. With our dog Simon sick, and him being the namesake, the logo, and a big personality at the forefront of our company, we just knew this summer was the time to work on sharing our story with you. In order to share our story with you, we worked with a wonderful company, IPSO, to bring it to life through a video.
Sharing this video with you is bittersweet. I adopted Simon as a very little puppy with one bent ear over 14 years ago. I knew him before I met my husband and before my kiddos came to this world. I knew Simon as my pup before I started the business Simon Says Stamp (and named it in his honor). Simon has always been a HUGE part of our lives. He would sleep in my bed, follow me around the house, lie next to me as I crafted, folded laundry, and worked on the computer, shadow my kids around our yard, and often come to the office with me. With Simon always wanting to be near us, we find him in the background (and foreground!) of many of our pictures. He was a kind, quiet, loyal, sweet and loving little guy.
It’s with a deeply heavy heart that I am sharing with you: Simon recently passed away. He had been sick the last few months, and his sickness created a sense of urgency to film this video. As hard as it was to put ourselves on camera….I am so glad we did. I think many of you can relate. In the moment, the process of sharing our story might be hard. But, our stories are our lives. Documenting our stories through pictures and videos gives us something that we can look back on later to remind us of the joys and happy moments that make up our life.
This is a great opportunity for us to share pieces of who we are, and what we do, with YOU. We are grateful to share this journey with you and are so so grateful for your support along the way. We wouldn’t be here without YOU. You’ll even see typical moments with our pup, Simon, in the office captured in the video.
Special thanks to our friend Jennifer McGuire for introducing us to the fabulous team at IPSO and encouraging us to tell our story.
THANK YOU for being here to listen.
Much love,
Heidi and the Simon Says Stamp Family.
Love and prayers for you Heidi, and all of those whose hearts whom Simon touched.
I am so sorry for your loss. He was so loved and he knew it every day. Big hugs to you and your family.
I am so sorry for your loss. We lost our guy a couple of years ago and I still miss him. Thank you for sharing your story with us. It was beautiful.
I’m so sorry for your loss – losing a pet is so hard. You have produced a fabulous video!
So sorry for your loss Heidi – thinking of you and your family,
sending {{{ HUGS }}}
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Fur babies are something wonderful in our lives. I know Simon will be missed by your entire family. Offering my sincere condolences.
Heidi, Sending hugs to you and your family. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers, and will give our little fur baby an extra kiss on top of his head tonight.
Oh Heidi – I’m so sorry :( I love that he will live on in your amazing business, but I can feel your heartbreak.
Love you.
So sorry to hear of Simon’s passing. Prayers and hugs to you and your family. He will always remain in your hearts. He was so cute. Thank you for sharing, and have a Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year.
The Rainbow Bridge gained another precious soul! I can’t wait to see my Susie and Spencer again! Bless you.
Tons of hugs coming your way {{{hugs}}}
We all felt like we knew Simon! He was a blessing and so loved! Lots of hugs to you and your family. XO
Crying. Tears. Pain. So sorry Heidi. You’ve had Simon’s loyalty for a very long time. I miss our last little guy, Dawson Dog. He will be gone for 2 years this coming May. He also shadowed (and protected) me 24/7 for 14 yrs. He was a beautiful bichon frise. One of our grown daughter’s and her hubby have a little doggie just like Simon. I’ll be thinking of your sweet baby every time I see a dog just like him. Big hugs ♥ Thank you for making this video despite it being bittersweet ♥
So sorry for your loss. Simon certainly was a special family member. Thank you for sharing with us.
So very sorry for your loss, Simon was very special and loved greatly! Sending hugs.
Heidi, so sorry to hear about Simon. Speaking from a place of knowing, I’ve been blessed to have a special family member to help through sickness, grief and such and know what a comfort they are. My heart goes out to you and your family, sending prayers and lots of hugs!
I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a family member is so hard. We lost our beloved Sophie last month suddenly. We had twelve years of love. I feel your loss. May God bring you and your loved ones comfort during this blessed season.
Sorry for your pet loss of Simon. We had to put our dog, Teddy, of 14 yrs down last yr due to cancer of the tongue. So, I feel Simon has crossed the Rainbow Bridge and has met Teddy. Then in Aug of last yr I adopted Daisy, 7 yrs old Mix Lab/Retriever. Daisy had 2 owners before becoming mine and I’m so happy to have found her & she found me.
Melissa
“Sunshine HoneyBee”
I teared up as I read this. I am so sorry for your loss. I love animals – they are such an important part of our families and leave such a big hole in our hearts when they go. I enjoyed looking at your photos of this precious love and watching your video – it is very well done. Sending lots of hugs and prayers to you and your family as you grieve the loss of your furbaby.
I am so sorry for your loss. Our fur babies are so special to us. I loss my dog two years ago and I still miss him.
I’m so sorry to hear about Simon. He’ll live on in your memories and be waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge. Thank you for sharing the story.
I am so sorry about your loss of Simon. Thanks for sharing this video – I like to see behind the scenes!
I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. Losing a fur baby is very difficult. They are our heartbeats at our feet. My deepest sympathy to your family.
I got to meet Simon at the first Create Workshop, and he was so sweet. My condolences to you and your family. May the memories heal your sadness.
I am so sorry you lost Simon. I’m sure he will sways hold a special place in your heart!
Awwww.. sorry to hear about Simon. What a fabulous dog!
I am so sorry for your loss. Some critters are just so special. It is hard, as you are loosing a best friend, a piece of your heart and a chunk of your soul. But you were also blessed to have known this beautiful spirit, even for a short time.
What a touching video and a loving touch to see Simon as part of your history. Thank you for sharing. . .I can truly emphasize with you and your family as we recently lost our family pet. . . .they are certainly a part of the family. . . my thoughts and prayers are with you and yours as you treasure Simon.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I know Simon had a wonderful life with you and added to your life in so many ways as well.
Thanks for the video – I visit your site ( and store ) every day to be inspired and check out the latest and greatest.
I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet Simon. One of the draws for me to your site was the cute little illustration of him. I loved the idea of people who love their pup so much to name a business after… And a million orders of great products and service later… I am hooked!
He will be in your memories and may you all find comfort in those beautiful memories.
Peace and hugs
It’s so hard to lose a member of our family and our pets are a major part of or families.
He hasc rossed the “Rainbow Bridge” but he will be with you always in your hearts and will be running free and enjoying life. My prayers are with you and your family.
PS Your company is amazing.
So very sorry for your loss and what a beautiful tribute to Simon! I’ve been shopping with you for awhile now, but did not know your Simon was the name behind the company…what an awesome inspiration he was! My Brinkley naps beside my chair when I’m stamping/blogging, so I do know what an important part of our lives they are. Sending many prayers and hugs during this tender time.
I’m so very sorry to hear about Simon, Heidi, sending comforting thoughts your way.
This video is so beautifully done – it perfectly explains the love you have for this hobby and the joy you bring to so many of us through the store, your blog, social media, etc. I’m so sorry to hear about Simon, Heidi. Sending lots of love and hugs! ♥
I am so sorry for your loss. Heaven gained another fur baby. And, love watching this behind the story video. Sending you hugs & love! xoxo
I’m so sorry to hear about Simon! Pets are family forever, and Simon will live on in your business and in your hearts. <3
I’m so very sorry for your loss. I lost my baby two years ago and not a day goes by I don’t want her back. She was also such a loyal member of our family. My heart goes out to you and my prayers are with you and your family. Hugs, Robin
I am sorry for your loss. It’s very hard to lose such a wonderful member of your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Simon. It is so guard to lose our pets. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Lovely Heidi, I keep praying for you and your family!! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! God bless you all!! BIG HUGS!
Heidi, I’m so incredibly sorry the hear of Simons passing. Sending hugs to you and the whole family.
My deepest condolences Heidi…Blessed Be Simon.
My heart is heavy…I ache for you. Though I didn’t know Simon, I feel as though I did. Hopefully, he crossed the rainbow bridge without any distress. Know he will be safe & happy until you can be with him again.
I wish it wasn’t so! You sent the sweetest pet sympathy card to me this summer after the loss of my sweet Oscar dog. Sending you sympathy and a hug. Sweet Simon was beloved and you will miss him but how great it was to have him in your life. So sorry for the pain you must now endure.
Oh Heidi! I’m so sorry for your loss, I can only imagine… Big hugs and so thankful you have so many sweet memories to treasure.
So sorry to hear of your loss. Sending hugs! Loved your video.
I am so sorry about your fur baby. Such a cutie. I love your store your videos and your products. Here’s to a wonderful new year. I am sure that Simon will see to that. Hugs.
I’m so sorry for your loss of sweet little Simon. Sending hugs.
I’m so sorry about Simon, Heidi … you created a lovely tribute post for him. What a great video … it captures so wonderfully your passion for our craft! Anita :)
Sending you and alll who loved and knew Simon much love , prayers and condolences.. It is never easy to say goodbye to one we love and animals are no exception. know that he will alwyas be following you and running around your home in spirit.