Rise Up Designs

This week wasn’t packed with pop-ups or new launches—it was something even more important: showing up where it matters. I started the weekend at the Heart Walk, which reminded me how much I love being part of something bigger. Walking alongside friends, survivors, and supporters grounded me in the work I get to do every day. The rest of the weekend? It wasn’t flashy. It was real life. Taking care of my mom (she is sickies). Making sure she had what she needed. Slowing down when it counted. I kept up with Etsy orders (shoutout to everyone who placed an order—y’all keep me going!), but otherwise, I gave myself the gift of presence. 💛 Sometimes self-care looks like slowing your pace. 💛 Sometimes “productive” means prioritizing the people you love. 💛 And sometimes the most creative fuel doesn’t come from crafting—it comes from connection. So today, I’m sipping slow, soaking in the little things, and getting ready for whatever next week brings. Here’s to love, family, and the kin...

This week reminded me why I started. (Also reminded me that sleep is optional when you're building an empire... but let’s not unpack that. 😅) I got a DM on Etsy from a repeat customer —yes, a REPEAT! 🙌 That alone had me doing a little happy dance in my kitchen (you know the one, messy bun flopping, coffee in hand, my sisters judging me). But then—plot twist—she asked for a bulk order . Like… MULTIPLE ITEMS. Plural. 😭 She said she loved the quality, the way I package everything, and the customer service. Y’all. That hit me straight in the glitter-covered heart. 💘 Because when someone comes back and wants more of what you’re creating? That’s not just a sale—it’s a sign. A “you’re doing something right, girl” kind of sign. And THEN (because apparently the universe was feeling generous), I got to teach a craft class last weekend 🎨✂️. It was so fun to be in my element—teaching, creating, and saying things like “No, you didn’t ruin it, it’s called texture.” 😂 I even made a fe...