Back in March, Adam and I made the largest investment we've made to date in our business. We bought a fiber laser engraver. Shortly after, Covid hit, delaying the machine's shipment for two months. Then we found out that most of our material vendors were closed because of shelter-in-place ... READ the POST
The Story Behind Peridot – August’s Birthstone
In dazzlingly bright yellow-green hues, Peridot (pronounced pair-a-doe) shines almost as if lit from within. Fittingly, ancient Egyptians called this sparkly gem "the gem of sun". But what makes it so bright and sparkly? Peridot is usually transparent - which brings the gorgeous, yellow-green ... READ the POST
5 Benefits of Aromatherapy Necklaces
One of my favorite ways to diffuse essential oils is by using aromatherapy jewelry! Here are the top five reasons why you should have an aromatherapy necklace: 1. You use far less of your essential oils. When applying oils topically, they typically last for just a few hours and will need to be ... READ the POST
How To Make Time for Self Care
"Self Care Sunday" has become a buzzword lately. It's often talked about but rarely actually practiced. Still, there's a reason it's so popular... When you actually practice it, it pays off. Why do we pick Sunday? In the Western world, Sunday is the day before our work week traditionally ... READ the POST
Shinnsparkle – The Official Rebrand Reveal
The ultimate decision to rebrand The Shinn Life into Shinnsparkle had been a thought in the back of my mind for months. It wasn't until I attended Business Babe's Transformation Weekend in Connecticut that I finally realized how much not chasing after my dreams was holding me back. So in March ... READ the POST
