October 1st. I don't know how we got here already. Somehow, we've officially entered the last quarter of the year, and I swear I was just getting used to writing 2026. But I have to admit, I'm happy to see October. I love the changing of the seasons. Not just fall—although there is something especially magical about fall—but every transition from one season into the next. And this might sound a little strange, but I can always feel when the seasons are changing. Not because I

The last time I sat down to write here, I was reflecting on reaching 350 sales on Etsy and everything that milestone represented. I wrote about growth. About learning to see slower seasons differently. About recognizing how much has changed since I started this little business and how much I have changed right alongside it. Apparently life decided I needed an opportunity to put some of that growth into practice. The past couple of weeks have been a lot. What was supposed to b

Today, I shipped my 350th Etsy order. When I saw that little number sitting there — 350 Etsy sales — I had one of those moments where I just stopped and thought about how far this little business has come. And that's only one piece of the story. Over the years, there have also been orders through my website, TikTok, in-person sales and other little avenues Spirited Crafts has grown into. But today, Etsy gave me a number I could stop and celebrate: 350. Because 350 isn't some

There are certain times of the year when life seems to shift into a completely different gear. For me, football season is one of those times. For the past eight years, I have volunteered with our high school football program. Most of my boys have gone through the program over the years, and now my youngest is starting his freshman year. Which means here we go again. 💛 Football has become such a big part of our family's life that when the season rolls around, I pretty much kn

One thing you may not know about me is that before I offer something in my shop, I usually spend time living with it myself. Whether it's jewelry I create, a body product I blend, or even a new purse design, I want to experience it the same way you will. I don't believe in selling something simply because it looks good in a photo. I want to know how it feels to use, how it holds up, and whether it truly brings me joy. A perfect example is my Prosperity Oil. When I first creat

When I was younger, I used to think self-care was something you earned. You worked hard enough...You took care of everyone else...You finished everything on your never-ending to-do list...Then, maybe, if there was any time left, you could do something for yourself. The funny thing is... there was almost never any time left. For years I poured my energy into everyone around me. Family, work, responsibilities... whatever needed me most became the priority. Somewhere along the w

When people ask me how Spirited Crafts began, they usually assume I always planned to own a handmade business. The truth is... I didn't. Like many things in life, it started with one small moment that changed the direction of everything. At the time, I was taking classes to learn more about crystals, herbs, essential oils, and the different ways people have used them throughout history. I wasn't taking the classes because I wanted to start a business. I was taking them becaus

When people first see my logo, they usually notice two things—a hibiscus flower and a tiny ladybug. Those aren't random design choices. They're pieces of my story. The hibiscus has always been my favorite flower. Every time I see one, I'm reminded of tropical places, warm sunshine, the sound of the ocean, and the feeling of my feet in the sand. The beach has always been where my soul feels the most at peace. It's where I can breathe, slow down, recharge, and reconnect with my

There are moments in life when you realize a social media post just isn't enough. A single picture can capture a beautiful moment, but it can't always tell the story behind it. That's why I created The Spirited Crafts Journal. This is a place where I can slow down and share more than just the finished piece of jewelry or the latest addition to my shop. It's where I'll share the inspiration behind my creations, the lessons life is teaching me, thoughts about self-love and pers