JOYFUL CREATOR

ALI LEE is all about turning lawns into celebrations with Card My Yard of Barrington. With her keen eye for detail and background in art and interior design, she transforms ordinary lawns into extraordinary ones with personalized, joy-filled greetings that celebrate life’s special moments. As a mom of four, Lee knows how important it is to spread a little happiness, and she’s committed to making every yard as unique and memorable as the occasion itself.

Most rewarding part of what you do? I get to bring joy and happiness to others by helping them celebrate their special days in a big way. Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, or any occasion, being part of their celebration and seeing the smiles on their faces is the most rewarding part of what I do. There’s nothing better than adding a little extra joy to someone’s day.

How do you inspire others? Social media is such a game-changer, and I love using it to send encouragement to other women—especially when they least expect it. Letting someone know they’re rocking it and that their hard work isn’t going unnoticed makes me feel good. As a business owner, I’ve learned to value those moments when other women cheer me on. I’m all about being a cheerleader to others. Use your good energy and build each other up! There’s enough room on top for us all.

Best piece of advice for anyone starting off? I like to believe we are the authors of our own stories. Anything new can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be. You never know what amazing things could happen if you are not willing to step out of your comfort zone. Write something extraordinary, not ordinary. Take risks, listen to your heart, and go with it. If it’s meant to be, it will be.

For more information, visit cardmyyard.com/barrington and follow @ali.lee.cmybarrington and @cardmyyard_barrington on Instagram.