The Cottage Guild
My name is Ashley. I am the owner/artist behind The Legendary Skunk. For many of you wondering, my nickname since freshman year of high school has been Skunk due to the white stripe I rocked down the back of my hair. I was born and raised in Bowling Green, Kentucky. I learned how to crochet when I was nine years old and everything else, like knitting, has been self taught. In 2010 I was an early high school graduate, already out on my own and with a lot of time on my hands so I decided to start a seasonal, crochet only Etsy shop to bring in some extra cash. In 2012 I moved out of my crummy studio apartment and headed out west to Tucson, Arizona.
Hello, I’m Ash, the artist and daydreamer behind The Legendary Skunk: a small realm where nature and whimsical life intertwine. 🌿
The name Skunk began as a high school nickname (thank you, emo/goth phase! I wore all black and had a white stripe dyed down the back of my head) and has since grown into my creative identity. What started in 2010 as a cozy crochet shop has evolved into an enchanted space filled with insects, moss, and the quiet magic of the natural world.
Since taking on my small business I now have a degree in entomology, am embracing my love for digital art, am an aspiring author of only one important story. I am a wife, and mom of two, building a tiny cozy corner of the internet from my home in Kentucky. Through TLS, I hope to share the beauty I find in small things and send a little piece of that magic into the world.
Ashley Price Valentin - Owner, Artist & Skunk Persona
Ryan Avery - Social Media Manager & Event Assistant
Hello, I’m Ryan! Though Ashley refers to me by my last name more often times than not. I’m from little old Munfordville, Ky in Hart County. I have been a Bowling Green resident since 2017 after I couldn’t handle just two red lights in my hometown! I met miss Ashley with The Legendary Skunk in late 2019 when we both worked together at a terrible place. We instantly bonded over being weirdos as I also love all things insects and plants. My favorite insect is the Cecropia moth by far! I love assisting Ash in all of her extraordinary creativeness, I hope you all can enjoy her art as much as I do!
You’ll likely see me at a lot of the in-person events collecting payments, and supporting Ashley, if we haven’t already met. As the social media manager I will be handling all the uploading of content Ashley has created for you all to stay in the loop, regardless if you are local, or enjoying from a distance. We have so many fun things planned and I can’t wait for you all to see.
Hi, I’m Clay! I’m from Munfordville, Kentucky, in Hart County. I have been a Bowling Green resident since 2017 after studying at W.K.U. I was introduced to Ashley through my boyfriend, Ryan Avery.
I have been assisting Ashley with The Legendary Skunk since 2021 by helping at local small business events and capturing some candid photos of her market setups. I enjoy nature and Ashley’s creativity. In my home with Ryan, we have quite a few pieces made by her. She is diligent in her work, and enjoys bringing it to the public. I’m proud to be a part of my friend’s creative passions and on rare occasions you might even find some of my own hand raised cacti and succulents for sale! So, If you like insects, plants, or hand-made goodies, you’ve come to the right place!
Clay Wilson - Event Photographer & Assistant
Haley Lillis - owner/artist of Hales Hangers
While Haley is not a member of The Legendary Skunk, she will be in many of our YouTube videos as she’s one of my dearest friends who happens to also own a small business. Be sure to check out her website here