Welcome to week three of "Spotlight Saturday: Celebrating Small Businesses." This week, we're thrilled to introduce you to four exceptional small businesses that embody creativity, passion, and unique craftsmanship: Zoë Ware, Lemon Lady Studio, ACM Jewelry, and Jintana "Quite Unique."
These businesses span across two continents, with Zoë Ware and Lemon Lady Studio based in the UK and ACM Jewelry and Jintana "Quite Unique" in the US. Each one offers a diverse range of products that are sure to delight and inspire.
Join us as we dive into the stories behind these incredible businesses and discover the passion and dedication that drive them. Whether you're looking to add a unique piece to your collection, find the perfect gift, or simply support small businesses, you'll find plenty to love in this week's Spotlight Saturday.
- Zoë Ware
- Website: zoe-ware.com
- Social Media: @zoe_ware
- What They Sell: Hand embroidered clothing and home decor
- Background: They are a sustainable and handmade clothing and decor store, offering uniquely hand-embroidered pieces made just for you.Their clothing is often thrifted, pre-loved, and economically sourced, available in a range of sizes. They are always happy to create a completely customized piece! Body positivity and comfort are their top priorities, ensuring you feel happy and comfortable in what you wear.Launched in March 2020, their store quickly grew into a thriving part-time business. With thousands of followers and their clothing shipped worldwide, they are excited for the next stage of their journey. If you love cute clothing and home decor, join them and follow along!
- Product Highlights: If you're tired of the basics and wearing plain clothes, look no further. Zoë Ware clothing is hand embroidered with unique designs, often featuring flowers, plants, and bees. These beautifully crafted pieces make it easy to create a cute outfit with minimal effort.
2. Lemon Lady Studio
- Website: https://lemonladystudio.co.uk
- Social Media: @lemon_lady_studio
- What They Sell: Kawaii and uplifting stationery, including adorable stickers, planners, journals, suncatchers, notepads, and more!
- Background: Lemon Lady Studio was officially launched in January 2024, but the dream of owning a small business has been a long-standing aspiration for over a decade. With a degree in fashion, the founder faced limited opportunities in her home country, Chile, particularly in her hometown of Punta Arenas. Despite her passion for creating and designing, it wasn't until the pandemic that she embraced the challenge of learning digital art. Although it required countless hours of practice while working full time, she found immense joy in it.
In late September of the previous year, she and her husband relocated to Scotland, seizing the perfect moment to bring her dream to life. With unwavering support and encouragement from her husband, who is her biggest fan, she embarked on this entrepreneurial journey.
Lemon Lady Studio aims to eventually become a primary source of income, enabling the purchase of their first home and potentially hiring her husband to handle customer service, an area where he excels and which is crucial for business success. In the short term, the goal is to acquire sublimation tools and materials to expand the product range.At its core, Lemon Lady Studio is about joy and creativity, offering vibrant and adorable items that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The brand promotes fun, happiness, and kindness, encouraging everyone to be true to themselves and others.
- Product Highlights: Lemon Lady Studio pours her heart and soul, along with a touch of meticulous perfectionism, into every artsy design. She hopes this passion resonates with people who visit her shop from around the world. Drawing inspiration from her own interests, she creates unique stickers and other items, confident that others will love them just as much. The challenge lies in connecting with those individuals and sharing her creations with a wider audience.
3. ACM Jewelry
- Website: Acmjewelry.com
- Social Media: @acomplicatedmelody
- What They Sell: Beaded jewelry and crochet classes
- Background: ACM Jewelry was founded in 2021, born out of a need for a fulfilling hobby during recovery from a hysterectomy. LaKia's journey with beading began with her great-grandmother’s teachings, but earlier attempts to turn this passion into a business felt forced. After several rebrands and much perseverance, ACM Jewelry found its true form. The mission is to adorn everyone with spiritual arm art, promoting alignment with one's spirit. ACM Jewelry has reached the celebrity world and has been featured in a Killeen, TX newsletter. The mission statement and core values remain clear: “Healing the world one bead at a time.”
- Product Highlights: ACM Jewelry uses 8mm crystal beads, strategically placed in patterns that are both aesthetically pleasing and spiritually aligned.
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- Customer Testimonials:
- ♥♥♥♥♥: “I brought this bracelet from my sis. And let me say it came right away. I got the absolute very best customer service. I will definitely be buying more. Thank you A Complicated Melody."
- ♥♥♥♥♥: “I brought this bracelet from my sis. And let me say it came right away. I got the absolute very best customer service. I will definitely be buying more. Thank you A Complicated Melody."
4. Jintana “Quite Unique”
- Website: https://www.ebay.com/usr/jintana_23
- Social Media: @jintana_highp
- What They Sell: Unique Handmade Art Resin Jewelry, Keepsake Boxes, Purse Charms, and Lap Trays
- Background: After experiencing two layoffs before and after the start of COVID, Jintana found herself in a deep depression, navigating what felt like a dark night of the soul. Through extensive inner work and healing, she began to listen to her heart and decided to pursue her dream of becoming her own boss.
Her business, Jintana "Quite Unique," was born from this journey of self-discovery and resilience. Jintana's goal is for people to see and feel the love and joy she pours into her work. She aspires to bring happiness to others through her unique creations, hoping that each piece she crafts will bring a smile to someone's face and joy to their life. - Product Highlights:
At Jintana "Quite Unique," each handcrafted art resin piece is a testament to creativity and individuality. These one-of-a-kind creations are tailored for individuals who appreciate jewelry as a form of unique artistic expression, transcending the boundaries of traditional adornment.
The pieces are designed for those who welcome and embrace the evolving perception of jewelry's value. While traditional jewelry often emphasizes the rarity and value of gemstones, Jintana celebrates the shift towards appreciating the artistry and uniqueness of each creation.
In a world where synthetic gems and diamonds are readily available, Jintana's pieces offer a refreshing perspective, prioritizing artistry and individuality over material value. Explore the collection and discover the beauty of handmade art resin jewelry at Jintana "Quite Unique."
- Customer Testimonials:
- ♥♥♥♥♥: “Skilled, creative art pieces to liven up an area.”
- ♥♥♥♥♥: “It was a good buy, this monkey purse charm, with tiger’s eye crystals brought me good luck. Thanks to Handcrafted Artisan artist Jintana_23. This was my 2nd purchased and she didn’t let me down. Come and get yours! ❤️🙏😊”
Support these talented entrepreneurs and discover the joy of supporting small businesses. Be sure to check out their websites and social media pages to explore their full range of products!
Stay tuned for next week's lineup, as we'll be featuring four more amazing businesses.
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