Donation
Awaken by Sun began simply,
as a small brand created from doing what feels right.
This donation project wasn’t made to change the world.
It exists to keep kindness moving;
quietly, honestly, from one pair of hands to another.
Sometimes, life isn’t gentle.
And sometimes, all we can do is offer something small —
a handmade piece, a thoughtful moment, a little light.
That is enough.
Why the Cactus Pin?
The cactus isn’t perfect.
It grows slowly, in tough conditions, yet it keeps reaching upward.
It became the symbol of this project;
a reminder that even fragile moments carry strength inside them.
Each Cactus Pin is handmade, one by one.
No two pieces are exactly the same, just like real life.
Where the Donation Goes
This project supports different organisations over time,
so the donation partner will change periodically.
Current supported organisation:
AARCS — Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society
A local non-profit organisation dedicated to rescuing and protecting animals in Alberta.
All profits from the Cactus Pin — including costs —
are fully donated.
Transparency
Donation records are shared publicly every month
to keep this project honest and transparent.
This is not about how much is given.
It’s about letting care be seen.
Thank You
This project doesn’t exist because of money.
It exists because kindness still matters.
Thank you for letting Awaken by Sun be part of your story. 🌞
Production & Shipping
Each order is carefully prepared in Calgary before it is sent to you. Please allow the following production time:
Production time
- Ready-to-ship pieces: 2–3 business days
- Custom embroidery, including Storyline and Dear Thread: 3–5 business days after payment and proof approval
Shipping time is additional and begins once your order has been completed.
For rush orders or special arrangements, please email awakenbysun@gmail.com before placing your order. Rush requests are subject to availability, but I’ll always do my best to accommodate your timeline.
Estimated Delivery Time
Canada: 3–5 business days
United States: 7–12 business days
United Kingdom & Europe: 10–20 business days
Hong Kong & Asia: 8–27 business days
Delivery times are estimates and may vary due to customs clearance, weather, or postal delays.
Shipping Fees
🇨🇦 Canada
• Standard shipping: $8 CAD
• Free shipping on orders $80 CAD and up
• Express shipping available at checkout
🇭🇰 Hong Kong
• Standard shipping: $35 HKD
• Free shipping on orders $700 HKD and up
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
• Standard shipping: £8 GBP
• Free shipping on orders £88 GBP and up
🇺🇸 United States
• Standard shipping: from $8 USD
• Express shipping available
• Free shipping on orders $120 USD and up
🌍 International
• Tracked international shipping available at checkout
• Free shipping on orders $300 CAD and up
• Delivery time may vary by destination
Address Accuracy
Please ensure your shipping address is correct at checkout.
We are not responsible for orders lost due to incorrect or incomplete addresses.
Lost or Delayed Packages
If your order has not arrived within the estimated delivery time, please contact us at
awakenbysun@gmail.com and we will assist you.