Bella Wish is here

HOPE necklace for sale in my etsy shop

As many of you who read my blog know, I started a small catering business last year called Clover & Sage. Shortly after catering my first event I found out I was pregnant. I catered a number of events up until the holidays where, at six months pregnant, I sat down in the middle of a holiday party and literally couldn't get back up. I realized it was too much and I needed to stop.

After giving birth to Isabella, everything shifted for me and I realized that what I want to be is what I wanted to be since I was a little girl ~ an artist. I want to work with my hands and get messy. I want to not be scared anymore that this is what I want. I want to create work that has meaning. I want to be able to call myself a working artist. I want to give something back. I want those who purchase my work to know that they have something from my heart to theirs. I want to make a difference. I want to do this for  my little girl, as well as myself.

I also want to lose myself in my studio, music playing, painting, exploring, pushing my own limits, being my own boss and with my Bella Boo by my side.

When the idea for Bella Wish was born, I basically jumped in with both feet. I was excited, motivated, and scared. However, it's quite the challenge to find time to launch a business with a newborn. The first three months or so I had to focus on her 24 hours a day and that is when I let go of everything and was simply present in the moment of being everything to my baby and just brainstormed, jotting ideas down here and there when I could. As the weeks went by I was able to get into the mentality of baby steps ~ doing one thing each day to reach my goals.

I set a deadline and I am happy, and shocked, to say after more work than I ever imagined, many sleepless nights and at least 43 freak outs that I wouldn't meet my deadline, I am happy to say that I did, baby steps absolutely work, and Bella Wish is here.

I have designed a line of jewelry meant to empower the wearer. The words that I use hold deep meaning for me and I realized that being able to wear these words each day was perhaps something other women could resonate with as well. I only have a few pieces listed but will post new designs regularly.

The other exciting news is that I will be showcasing some of my pieces in conjunction with Christine Mason Miller's Book Release event at The Peach Tree Gallery in Mar Vista, CA on September 28th. I am still in shock by this and am so very grateful to Christine for this opportunity.

By the way, her book, Ordinary Sparkling Moments, is awe-inspiring. I pick it up each morning, randomly open a page and find that the passage I read just speaks to me deeply. She shares her journey with raw emotion and inspiring wisdom. Reading a page or two of her book each morning has become a beautiful part of my day. She is an artist who has shared her journey in these pages with both visual, affirming text and breathtaking imagery. Go get it. Seriously, you will be so happy you did.

If you are in the Southern California area, or will be in L.A. that weekend, PLEASE stop by the gallery, I would love to meet you. Christine will be reading from her book, it will be a m a z i n g.

My original idea was to start a new creative business blog accompanying my new business called Bella Wish, however, I am having some conflict as to questioning if that is really what I want to do. I am really trying hard to listen to my inner voice and my intuition is telling me that if I really want to be an artist, and I do, that I will always be learning and exploring and jewelry won't be my final destination but rather a starting point.

What my heart is telling me is to instead is to begin a new personal blog about my very scary, thrilling, messy journey on finding the courage to become the artist I have always longed to be...

Stay tuned.

Comments

[Marianne]

Oh this is very exciting! What an incredible woman you are - there so much going on in that magical space that is your heart and head. I love that you'll be out there with Christine!

[Swirly]

This is sooooo exciting, and I know we are going to have a wonderful show! CONGRATULATIONS!!!

[Kevin]

Wow, this is fantastic, inspiring news! I can't wait to support your new venture! I'm at that same place in my life, wanting to do what inspires me, something that really has a deeper meaning. Thanks for giving me an extra little push!

[Carnell Maynard]

A psychiatrist makes millions helping people figure out that they knew the answers all along. Just like Dorothy and those red slippers. You already have a blog and you do it well!! You have a wonderful husband, a lot of friends and a beautiful child. They say when you find your calling; you never have to work another day in your life. Blogging for you is like breathing, effortless. And after reading your blogs, there is some much more that you do effortlessly. You are truly gifted. Good luck and God bless.

[d.]

AMAZING!!! Your Etsy Store is just as beautiful as you are!! I know I say this often, but you are ALWAYS an inspiration to me.

Thank God for you and for people like you who live their dream and allow others, like myself, to muster up the courage to pursue our dreams as well.

I wish you nothing but the best and all of the success that life can offer. CONGRATULATIONS on the arrival of BOTH Bellas! Love you sweetie!

[pen]

congratulations!

your pieces are BEAUTIFUL, and i know exactly what will be going on my christmas list now!

this is such a wonderful birth of creativity and your inspiration behind it makes it all the more magical.

x

[nikole]

Oh, honey, I am SO happy and excited for you. Your work is absolutely gorgeous. So much love to you! Congratulations!

[kb]

BRAVO!
Stace, I am a mess of all kinds of joy at this news! I can't wait to see where this leads. Sending love to amazing passionate creative visionary wonderful kind beautiful you (and Bella and Jimmy too). xoxoxo

[Suzanne]

YES.

[darlene]

congratulations honey :) they are absolutely beautiful!! wishing you the absolute bestest success ever :)

[jenica]

i'm so happy for you! you are empowering women everywhere.

xoxo

[jessica]

I am so impressed...the jewelery is beautiful...I know this will be a success in so many ways...love to you,
Me

[Jennifer]

What a beautifully honest entry. I love your jewelry pieces and wish you the best of luck with Bella wish...what a terrific name by the way. Your honesty, passion, and over all attitude is so inpsiring. Best of luck to you on your new adventure :)

[Celine]

I love your Bella Wish Jewelery I wnet to etsy to look at each of them... I loved them a little expensive for me right now but hey you never know.
Your journey is fantastic and you should write a book about it, your blog inspires so many people. You inspire me and I love beginning my day reading it. I do not know how you can handle everything but you do it and never give up,and everything you do is great and perfect!
I will try to meet in person you on Sep 28.. I can no say it for sure, because my life is little chaotic right now,but I will try.
Good luck with Bella Wish a beautiful name.

[Juneau.Eco.Mommie]

they look great! I would love to get one. But for your sake hopefully they sell out soon. :)

[pink sky]

i am so excited to see this part of your journey unfolding for you! it is truly magical. best wishes for your amazing new endeavor...xo

[sueberry]

Oh, you go girl! I got to this post a bit late, but you know I wish you nothing but good things!! You are a true inspiration to us all & I can only hope to someday take the giant leap that you have taken and soon be MY own boss! Love you lots & can't wait to see how this goes for you. Big hugs!!

[Thea]

oh how delightful-the two of you together in a hip place. Oh how I wish I could attend.

You are both going to rock it!

And I agree that Ordinary Sparkling Moments is a treasure. The wisdom she shares is awe inspiring. I love it and am buying lots of them for holiday gifts.

XO