Meet the Owners
of
My Mass Book
Who We Are
As mothers and sisters-in-law, we have been searching for a product that is religiously oriented and will keep our children occupied and quiet at Mass. We found some great Mass books, but they do not entertain non-readers for very long. We also have some great quiet toys, but they are not about Mass or religion. So we designed and created our own!
We started in 2021 with designing and sewing 10 books. We quickly sold out and started a new set. After finishing our second set we knew we were not going to be able to maintain hand sewing books and continuing to homeschool our growing families. So we started a search for a manufacturer (read more about the manufacturer we found below).
It has been a fun journey learning the the process of how to manufacture and "officially" starting a business. We are excited about what God has in store for our little business and hope that you love our books as much as we do.
Ashley Garvin
Wife and mother of four, Ashley lives in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. She attends Saint Sebastian Catholic Church in Akron, Ohio, homeschools her four children. She has a degree in Photography and Design.
Emily Garvin
Emily lives in Akron, Ohio with her husband and has been blessed with four beautiful children. She attends Saint Sebastian Catholic Church and enjoys spending her days raising her kids, teaching music, and doing various crafts.
Stephanie Garvin
Stephanie resides in Brunswick, Ohio and attends Saint Ambrose Catholic Church. She and her husband have adopted two beautiful children. Her background is in special education, and she is the Executive Project Manager for The ITE Project, a local apostolate that serves young adults.
OUR MANUFACTURER
We use artisans in India who are able to do skilled work rather than hard labor in the fields. They are paid fairly and every single piece is hand cut and handmade. We use traditional techniques to ensure the books stand the test of time. This is a wonderful initiative where we can provide work to villagers who have no education and are illiterate and their only prospects are to work hard labor. In addition, we have opened up 3 schools so far for girls in India.
How This Book Was Made
Safe & Strong Materials
Crafted from a premium cotton blend and OEKO-TEX® felt, this book is safe for both your child and the environment. Each book is tested for strength and safety before they leave our factories above the enforced toy safety standards of the USA, Canada, and Europe.
Sewn: Not One Dot of Glue
Our quiet books are of heirloom quality, meaning they can be passed down for generations. Our artisans only use sewing thread to bind item together instead of glue, making this book incredibly sturdy. You will not find one dot of glue throughout this entire book.
Crafted With Care Thanks to You
In our fight against poverty, our artisans are hired through free trade in areas stricken by poverty. Because of your purchases, these women are able to secure the steady work needed to grow their businesses and raise the quality of life for their families. Thank you for helping. If you would like to learn more, please get in touch with us.
Find more about Educating Amy and see their products on their website!