Meet Andrea Linsday | Founder of Wilde Nomad – artist, adventurer, and mom of two wild boys

We had the good fortune of connecting with Andrea Linsday and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Andrea, is there something that you feel is most responsible for your success?
The success of Wilde Nomad comes from creating glassware that tells a story…my story.
It’s fishing at sunrise, camping under the stars, road-tripping with my boys, and the rare quiet moments where I get to break away and shoot sporting clays. Every design is rooted in the life we’re living, the memories we’re making, and the adventures that make it all worth it.

People connect with that not just because it looks good, but because it feels familiar. Whether it reminds them of a favorite trip, a hobby they love, or time spent with their own family, it brings something personal to the table.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
What sets Wilde Nomad apart is that it’s real. Every glass design comes from stuff I actually do, camping with my boys, fishing trips, road adventures, and just soaking up the outdoors when I get the chance. I’m not trying to follow trends. I’m just making things that reflect the life I love, and I think that’s why people connect with it.

I’m proud of how far it’s come, but it hasn’t been easy. This all started with a couple baby tees, turned campfire mugs, then glassware and grew into something way bigger than I expected. I’ve had to figure out everything designing, marketing, packing orders, customer service, all of it, while also being a mom and trying to keep my head above water.

There have been plenty of late nights, supply chain disasters, and moments where I seriously considered quitting. But I kept going. Mostly because I love it, and partly because I’m stubborn.

I’ve learned that nothing happens overnight. It takes consistency, patience, and a lot of grit. But if you’re building something that’s truly yours, it’s worth it.

At the end of the day, Wilde Nomad is just a reflection of my life and if it brings people a little joy or reminds them of their own adventures, then that means everything to me.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
If my best friend was visiting, we’d start the day with a hike on the Legacy Trail in Castle Rock. It’s a nice, easy trail where we can catch up, get some fresh air, and not feel totally dead by the end. Then we’d head into Denver for lunch at Gates Deli, the sandwiches are ridiculous and grab a beer at Platt Park Brewing, my favorite spot, obviously. It’s laid-back, good beer, and just feels like home.

We’d wrap up the day with some bass fishing at Washington Park so the kids can run around and burn off whatever energy they somehow still have left.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
For sure. There’s no way I could have built Wilde Nomad alone. It actually started after my first son was born, with a few craft beer inspired baby tees I made during nap time. It’s evolved a lot since then, but it’s always been about mixing creativity with real life.

My boys are a huge part of this, our camping trips, road adventures, and just everyday chaos have shaped everything I create.

My husband’s held it down through a lot of late nights and big ideas, and I’ve had so many friends and family jump in to help pack orders, slap stickers on boxes, or just keep me sane during the wild seasons.

It’s not always pretty, but it’s real and I’ve been lucky to have a crew that shows up when it counts.

Website: https://www.wildenomad.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildenomad