About Us
Making Happy Moment Memorable
Let the party fun begin! Our easy-to-use party supplies are designed to spark smiles, start conversations, and keep the celebration flowing. From laugh-out-loud party games and cheerful water bottle labels to sweet candy favor stickers, we create the little extras that make gatherings feel extra special.
No fuss. No overthinking. Just thoughtfully designed details that help you celebrate more and stress less—because the best memories are made when everyone’s having fun.
Distinctivs began with the vision and creativity of one woman, Samantha Gardner. What started at home—designing, printing, and shipping stickers by hand—grew into something much bigger: a brand built on thoughtful design, meaningful celebrations, and a genuine love for bringing people together.
Today, Distinctivs operates with professional manufacturing and shipping facilities, all based in the United States. While we’ve grown, we’ve never lost sight of where we started. We remain proudly woman-owned and operated, rooted in creativity, and committed to quality at every step.
From the products we design to the moments they help celebrate, a distinct attention to detail and a personal touch guide everything we do. We believe the best celebrations feel intentional, joyful, and just a little special—and we’re honored to be part of yours.
Every Distinctivs product is proudly made in the USA. This isn’t simply a manufacturing decision—it reflects our values and the dedicated team behind each design. Producing domestically allows us to maintain the level of care, consistency, and quality our customers expect, while also supporting American jobs and the communities we work with closely.
When you choose Distinctivs, you’re choosing more than party décor. You’re supporting thoughtful craftsmanship, a woman-owned small business, and a brand committed to creating products that feel personal, intentional, and worth celebrating.
Party with Our Spectacular Team! 🎉🌟
Samantha Gardner
Founder
Meet Sam, the founder and creative force behind Distinctivs Party. What began in her living room in 2011—designing and shipping party products by hand—has grown into a nationally loved brand rooted in thoughtful design and meaningful celebration.
Currently in what she calls her nomad year, Sam splits her time between Florida, Minnesota, and wherever the next adventure takes her as she embraces life as an empty nester. A true travel enthusiast, she draws inspiration from the places she explores and the people she meets.
Whether she’s discovering a new destination or guiding the brand forward, Sam’s passion for connection, creativity, and celebration shapes every detail. Her vision remains the heartbeat of Distinctivs—ensuring every product feels personal, joyful, and designed to bring people together.
Sarah Otts
Controller
Sarah brings clarity and consistency to the financial side of Distinctivs. She oversees our day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring everything from reporting to tax coordination is handled with accuracy and care.
Her steady attention to detail keeps our numbers organized, our systems running smoothly, and our financial foundation strong. Behind every celebration we help create, Sarah is working quietly in the background to make sure the business side is just as thoughtful and well managed as the products we design.
Based in Mississippi, Sarah lives with her husband and brings both professionalism and reliability to our team. Her work allows us to move forward with confidence, knowing the details are handled with precision.
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