We have the pleasure of introducing Sarah, a wonderful dedicated
shop owner that has been plans for not only her shop, but also for her
community! Read on for inspiration and to learn all about her shop!
My name is Sarah. I have been married to the love of my life for
3 years now. We live in Phoenix, Arizona with our two dogs, our German
Shepherd, Ace and Golden Labrador, Teddy Bear. They are both rescue dogs and we
love them to pieces. They are the little loves of my life besides my sweet
nieces and nephew who I enjoy spending my weekends spoiling. I love to take
pictures and capture life’s moments. Besides owning this beautiful small
business, I also work full time in education and am a Social Worker by degree.
I have a passion for life and treasure every person and every moment.
Mother Earth Beadwork and Boutique, LLC is a story of ashes to
beauty. I, Sarah Korte, started my small business making unique charm gifts
when my husband was in the hospital. I had just lost a dear friend to cancer
and within a month my husband became ill from a very sudden and unexpected
illness, which landed him in a coma on life support for several weeks. I knew
in my heart that if he were to get better and come out on top that only light
and love were allowed in that hospital room. In order to keep my mind busy by
his side I created gifts for the nurses in the ICU who cared for him. I got to
know them all very well so I created unique pieces just for them. This is how
my business motto came to be: “Gifts Made With Love Just For You”.
I opened my online Etsy shop in March 2014, and today, have
products in four local stores as well. The products I sell range from yoga
bracelets (to encourage meditation) to butterfly hair pins (to celebrate new
life) and charm necklaces, earrings and more which are all unique. I hope to
touch a special part of your heart when you wear these gifts made with you,
uniquely, in mind. If you don’t see exactly what you want I would love to make
you a custom order.
The favorite thing about owning my own business is touching
someone’s heart and celebrating with them in their moments in life just as they
are just where they are. Or, being with them in their brokenheartedness with a
prayer and a wish through my wish bracelets. As much as I love to sell online I
also love to go to events and markets to meet beautiful souls.
It is my hope that one day this small business will grow with
the love put into it. I would really like to hire a stay-at-home mother who
needs to care for her children. I have a heart to give back to the community
and get others involved. This Christmas season the plan is to donate about 100
gifts to a local charity for children who would love to get a unique charm
gift. And, in May 2015, I plan to go into local group homes with hairdressers
and get their high school seniors ready for prom with my butterfly hairpins.
For other entrepreneurs and crafters, I would say love what you
do. It shows. And, don’t be afraid to ask. Ask for help. Ask for what you want.
I was able to get into four shops in a few months by asking the storeowners.
Even if you hear a few “no”s you will eventually hear a yes. Stick with it.
I would LOVE to meet you so find me today…. Via my WEBSITE, FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, TWITTER, or YOUTUBE.
XO,
Sarah
Building Bridges: Sarah - what an emotional story on overcoming
your fears & sadness through your friend’s death & your husband’s
sickness. You stand for so many things that we believe in and we encourage you
to have faith and push forward! Thank you for being a blessing in the lives
around you, starting with the hospital in Phoenix and spreading to where ever
your creations are mailed too! Have a blessed summer! Sarah has been generous
enough to share a 10% discount code with
us that can be used in her shop! Use code “JUSTFORYOU” at checkout!
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