Today we’d like to introduce you to Lillie Woodbury.
Lillie, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
I create one of a kind beaded jewelry using exquisite minerals, crystals and gemstones. My gemstones come from all over the World. I am a self-taught jewelry designer, and I love what I do. My creations are made by hand, not by machine, and thus superior in quality. So that I can make sure I get the best quality available for my consumers; I love to see, touch, and feel my gemstone beads. Thus, using the best! The pieces I create are my own ideas in which I reflect my passion for the earth’s natural minerals. I love mother nature! Bebeadiful Modern Gemstone Jewelry is Influenced by earth’s natural properties, meditation and healing. My techniques include hand-making wire wrapped jewelry using 100% raw/natural, A+ quality hand-picked gemstones. I love neutral colors and using the earth’s minerals helps my customers to see that beauty the world brings! Describing the gemstones properties for every piece I make has become exciting and I love helping others find gemstone healing. I started my business in 2017 after the birth of my 2nd born son. Ahmon was diagnosed with a rare health condition called Panhypopituitarism and had two brain surgeries! My family was falling apart and I was unable to return back to work. I always admired and collected gemstone jewelry, so I began making jewelry as an extra form of income. Before long, I had a full-fledged business.
Hobbies: Collecting crystals, gemstones & minerals, singing soul music, I have a love for Nano Aquarium Aquascaping and spending time with my family.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
A major struggle is being self-taught and learning to create a professional product without any formal training. Even down to creating a website and sourcing quality materials without any referrals or a mentor in your same industry.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I love to wire-wrapping gemstones. I love creating new designs and sourcing gemstones from around the world that most people have never heard of! I am known for giving wire wrapped & beaded jewelry a modern touch. Not your grandma’s beaded creations but a fresh new aged approach to beaded jewelry.
Are there any books, apps, podcasts or blogs that help you do your best?
Not really but I am into anything that supports and encourages women & minority business owners.
Contact Info:
- Email: be.beadiful.jewelry@gmail.com
- Website: www.bebeadifuljewelry.com
- Instagram: @bebeadiful_jewelry
