She was the rancher’s daughter, he was the boy next door. Rena and Erik grew up together and had a family together. It was the dream life until it wasn’t—but from Erik’s death, The Rusty Bucket was born. Not just a boutique, The Rusty Bucket is a place to gather over wine and wares. A place to share your heart and bare your soul in good company. A place to turn your house into a home. Welcome.

More than a boutique, an escape

If you’ve stepped inside The Rusty Bucket, you know Rena has an eye for design. Her displays have garnered the attention of the local community and earned her the title of Designer to the Williams Lake First Nation. From showrooms to landscaping, she’s proven herself a bonafide designer—and she’s always willing to get her hands dirty in the name of the job.

The rancher’s daughter turned designer

Meet Rena