🌟 Episode Length: 10 minutes, 27 seconds

In This Episode:

Wow, I can’t believe Pretty Pineapple Bead just turned 8 years old! 🎉 In this episode, I’m sharing the full story of how it all began—from making my first bracelet in my backyard to crossing 1,000 orders and shipping to 16 states. It hasn’t always been smooth sailing, but through the pivots, grief, triumphs, and lessons learned along the way, Pretty Pineapple Bead has grown into something I’m incredibly proud of.

Today, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my journey, sharing milestones, the hard lessons I’ve learned, and the vision I’m holding as we step into year nine. Whether you're just starting or in the middle of your own growth, this episode is for you.

What You’ll Hear:

✨ The peace I found in making my first bracelet and how it led to something life-changing

✨ How my first craft show felt like a dream come true (and why I cried all the way home)

✨ The pivot I made during COVID and how I learned to build my online presence

✨ What it felt like to hit 1,000 lifetime orders and the power of email marketing

✨ The growth of the DIY Bead Bar and how it’s helped me connect with my community

✨ How I handled the full-time leap, mental health struggles, and trusting the process

✨ My vision for Pretty Pineapple Bead in year nine (and beyond)

✨ A pep talk about trusting the journey, even when it feels messy

Quote to Remember:

"Even the smallest steps lead to big results."

Let’s Connect:

• 🎯 This week’s challenge: Reflect on your journey. What milestone are you proud of? What small step could you take today that your future self will thank you for? Write it down and share it with me!
• 📸 Tag me in your progress! DM me your milestone, goals, or a photo of your journey to @sparkleandshinepodcast on Instagram or Threads. I’d love to celebrate with you!

If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, leave a review, or share it on your stories. Every download, comment, and message means the world to me. Thank you for being part of this journey. Until next time—keep dreaming big, keep showing up, and keep sparkling! ✨