Meet the Dorothy Behind Dorothy’s Paradise

How My Great-Grandmother's Legacy Stitched the Soul of This Brand

Dorothy’s Paradise is more than a name—it’s a heartbeat. It’s the hum of an elevator in an old apartment building. It’s the scent of fried cabbage drifting through a kitchen filled with love. It’s a soft place to land, and for me, that place has always been my great-grandmother, Dorothy.

She had a way of making you feel full. Not just from food—though she was always spoiling us with snacks—but from the love she gave so freely. Her home was open to everyone. Whether you were family, a neighbor, or someone simply passing through, you were always welcome at her table. Her warmth was effortless. Her kindness, infinite.

I can still hear the creak of the elevator in her building, that slow, familiar sound that let you know you were about to be wrapped in safety. That memory has stayed with me—it lives in every Cozy Corner Box I pack and every stitch I crochet. She taught me that comfort isn’t just a feeling. It’s a gift you give to others.

Dorothy’s Paradise was created to honor her legacy—her softness, her generosity, and her unwavering commitment to loving people well. This brand exists so others can feel what I felt every time I stepped into her home: seen, cared for, and held.

This isn’t just a business. It’s her spirit, kept alive through handmade goods and intentional giving. When you support Dorothy’s Paradise, you’re helping me pass on the love she gave me. You're stepping into a story stitched with softness—and I’m so grateful you're part of it.

With warmth,
Brandi
Founder, Dorothy’s Paradise