What is a Pennywood Mountain?

I started this business during my maternity leave after I had my daughter. I’ve always loved creating and loved the idea of working for myself even more. When thinking of names for a business, my husband and I came up with the name Pennywood - which is a play on my daughters middle name, Penelope and his love for woodworking. I liked the ring to Pennywood Mountain and its originality. Which worked into my brand of creating custom pieces!

I’m Emily and being a small business owner is one of the many hats I wear, but being a mother is by far the best. I run this business in my home version of a maker space during nap and after bed times. I live in Simcoe County, ON with my husband (he’s incredible), daughter (she is also incredible) and our two cats (they’re incredible, too. Except when they’re hungry). I live for time with my favourite people, a good nights sleep, slow Sundays, walks in the forest, game nights, birding, and a hot cup of tea.

I’m so happy you’re here.