Rise Up Designs

This weekend was the perfect exhale after an incredible stretch of creativity, connection, and community. On Friday night, I hosted a private wreath party in someone’s home — it was intimate, joyful, and full of laughs. Everyone’s wreaths turned out beautifully, and you could feel the pride in every bow tied and ribbon fluffed. Saturday morning came early, but it was worth it — I hosted a glass wrap craft party at a local church with 12 amazing individuals. Watching them dive into something new, smile through the process, and even say “I think I just found a new hobby!” made my whole day. The church leader was warm and welcoming, and I have a good feeling we’ll get to partner again. Who knows, I may have even found a new church home. This week, I’ll be working just a couple of days before officially shifting into recharge mode — celebrating Thanksgiving, resting up, and soaking in the moments with those I love. Thank you for being part of this journey. Whether you’re crafting with m...

July was a month of showing up. 💪🏽 I launched a new wave of wraps, fresh totes 👜, and a new set of cups 🥤. But the big leap? I designed three of those wraps myself — and that felt... scary. 😬 There’s always that whisper: “What if no one likes it?” “What if it doesn’t sell?” “What if I’m not actually good at this?” 😔 But I did it anyway. I put my designs out there. And guess what? They’re selling. 🎉 Not just once, but steadily.  Each sale feels like a little vote of confidence — not just in the product, but in me . 🫶🏽 And the reviews? 🔥 One of my recent favorites mentioned the packaging — and that made my whole week. It’s not just about the product — it’s about the experience . ✨📦 That moment someone opens their order and feels joy, surprise, or care — that’s what I’m chasing. I pack every order with love 💌 — bonus stickers, wrap instructions, care cards, and tiny extras — because I want customers to feel like they’re unwrapping a little happy moment 💖, not j...

 This month has been one for the books — and by “books,” I mean the messy, half-filled planner I keep swearing I’ll update. 😂 But for real, check this out: 🌟 Biggest sales month to date! (cue the confetti… and maybe a mild panic attack) 🌟 350+ Instagram followers — hi, friends! You’re the real ones. 🌟 Month 2 as a Star Seller on Etsy — still pinching myself 🏅 🌟 Launched my Wrap & Rise Mobile Craft Party website — because apparently sleep is optional when you’re chasing dreams 😅 And while I could post the polished version with soft lighting and filter-perfect photos… let’s be real for a second. ✨ I’ve knocked over a tray of glasses thanks to a rogue gust of wind. ✨ I’ve confused two orders and had to channel my inner Sherlock to fix it. ✨ One of my glass straws shattered mid-wrap — RIP, lil’ buddy. ✨ And yes, I’ve stared at the screen wondering if I can juggle it all without turning into a walking UVDTF sticker. But here’s what I’ve learned: You can be wi...

We’ve all heard the tips: 🧼 “Spring clean your Etsy shop.” 🔍 “Audit your listings and keywords.” 📸 “Make sure your photos are top-tier.” And yes — all of that does matter. But the biggest shift I’ve made in the last 3.5 months? It’s not about aesthetics. It’s about alignment . Let’s Talk Real Etsy Life: Since launching in February, I’ve had a front-row seat to the evolution of my shop. I’ve experimented. I’ve tested. I’ve rolled with it. And here’s what I found: 💡 Premade glasses and cup kits — these crush it in person. At craft fairs and pop-ups, people love to see, touch, and personalize. They get it instantly and it’s an easy sell. 💡 UV DTF Wraps and digital-style listings — these sell better online . Etsy is full of DIYers who love the flexibility of customizing their own glassware, and they’re happy to buy just the wrap and add their own spin. That tells me everything I need to know: 🛍️ The same product doesn’t always work on every platform. The Shift I’m Ma...