A Gift Made From the Heart

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!