Made for the Moments That Matter: The Story Behind Firebrook Designs

This brand didn’t start with a business plan. It started with a quiet need for peace.

At a time when life felt loud, I turned to art—not to sell, but to create something that made me feel grounded. Sketching, painting, designing… it all became a way to slow down, to reconnect with the small, beautiful things in everyday life. What began as personal expression soon became thoughtful gifts. And the way people responded—that quiet joy, that sense of connection—sparked something in me.

That’s how Firebrook Essentials was born. And now, gently, it’s growing into Firebrook Designs.

What We Stand For

This brand is rooted in real life. Not curated perfection. Not mass trends. Just honest design meant to feel comforting, personal, and lasting. Whether it’s a tote you grab on your busiest day or a mug that holds your first quiet moment of the morning, I want it to feel like it was made with you in mind.

Every piece is created with intention—designed here in Vermont, inspired by wild places, slow rituals, and meaningful routines. I don’t create fast or follow fads. I create to connect—with nature, with the self, with the little moments that make up a day.

Why Firebrook Designs?

The name change felt right. Firebrook Essentials captured where I began—but Firebrook Designs speaks to what I truly do now. I design. Carefully, thoughtfully, intentionally. And I want that to be clear.

This isn’t just a shop of things—it’s a quiet collection of designs that carry a story. A feeling. A rhythm. I choose every element with care, from the artwork itself to the materials, the partners, and the way it’s delivered.

That’s why I work with Printify, a trusted production partner who helps bring my designs to life on quality items—without waste, and with the care they deserve.

What You'll Find Here

You’ll see pieces inspired by nature—florals, soft colors, hand-drawn lines. You’ll find items that fit into everyday life: tote bags, mugs, tees, art prints. Things that are meant to be used, loved, and lived with.

These products are made to order, created just for you. And they’re not meant to shout. They’re meant to settle in—quietly, comfortably, like something that’s always belonged.

A Note From Me

I know the internet is full of beautiful things. You have endless choices. So if you’re here, I want you to know—I’m truly grateful. Behind every design is a real person who cares deeply about what you receive.

Firebrook Designs is small, by choice. I want to keep it that way—personal, connected, and always made with care.

I hope something here speaks to you and finds a place in your story.

— Irma Higgins