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OGDEN — A simple response to a daughter's plea while in the hospital changed the life for Minky Couture founder Sandi Hendry.
In fact, a burgeoning business was born out of a request for comfort, and it's something Hendry and Minky Couture have embraced ever since as they attempt to "blanket the world."
The popularity of the blankets was undeniable.
"When I started Minky Couture, it was right when the internet was coming into full bloom and shopping on the internet," Hendry said.
After meeting people in store parking lots, exchanging blankets for cash, Hendry made the decision to try out her newfound business in an empty building she purchased that used to be a mortgage company — even as many told her a "brick and mortar would never work."
"I put 20 on a shelf, and they were gone in one day," Hendry said. "I put 50 on the shelf and they were gone in two days."
And the rest is history as Minky Couture grew into a successful business that continues to comfort individuals all over the world.
"I had no idea what a marvelous and fun journey this would be," Hendry said. "It truly is my passion. Not one day has been a day of work. It's been 15 years and now I'd have to say I feel totally blessed. It's probably going to go until I feel like I've blanketed the world."
Watch the video above to hear how Minky Couture started, how it's employed several stay-at-home mothers, and where Hendry plans to take the business in her attempt to get everyone a Minky blanket.
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