I started a new planner this week. Fresh pages. Nothing crossed out yet. Every square still empty and full of possibility, like this is going to be the school year I finally color code something. By Thursday, half those pages were already full. That's the thing about a blank planner, and honestly about September in general. It feels like a clean slate for a few days, and then it fills up so fast you start wondering if it was ever actually empty to begin with. September Sells

When I imagined opening my studio at Haven, I thought the hard part would be the transition to a new space. Buying replacements for items my previous studio included, figuring out a new display for the chains, determining which of my systems needed to change. The hundred small decisions that go into turning an idea into a place people can actually walk into. But that wasn't the hardest part. The hardest part has been trusting it enough to leave room for it. The Hardest Lesson

There's a version of planning an adult party that convinces you the whole thing hinges on the details. The napkins have to match. The centerpiece needs a Pinterest board. The playlist needs to transition seamlessly from cocktail hour to dance floor, as if anyone born after 1995 is tracking that. Here's the thing though. Think back to the last party you actually loved. Not one you attended out of obligation. One you still bring up months later. I'd bet real money you don't rem

Somewhere along the way, a lot of us learned to save the good stuff. The nice candle stays in the box. The fancy perfume sits untouched on the dresser. The good dishes come out twice a year. The beautiful jewelry stays in a drawer, waiting for an occasion important enough to deserve it. I have apparently missed this lesson entirely. I have never once in my life been good at saving the good stuff. I ate every piece of my Halloween candy before my sister Janice had touched half

I got my hand chain in a hotel conference room in Las Vegas. I was there for PJX, a permanent jewelry convention, surrounded by other people who do exactly what I do for a living. It's a gold-filled cable chain with bezel-set cubic zirconia connectors, from the Reserve collection, and it is one of the most expensive chains I own. I didn't get it because someone was leaving for college or because I was celebrating an anniversary. I got it because I was standing in a room full

Starting a business later in life wasn't part of my original plan. A year ago, this studio didn't even exist. Not the collaborations. Not the party inquiries. Not the version of my life where I spend Sunday afternoons clasping bracelets on strangers who leave as something closer to friends. None of it was real yet. What existed was a vision, a stack of spreadsheets, and a lot of ideas I hadn't said out loud to enough people. Now people walk into Haven and the first thing out

I own a lot of stuff. Let's just get that out of the way before I try to convince you that less can actually be more. But somewhere between earning a doctorate and learning to weld permanent jewelry, I noticed something. Out of everything I own, I reach for the same handful of things over and over again. Everything else is just occupying shelf space and quietly judging me. My favorite mug, which is pink and says "Nevertheless She Persisted," was a gift from my sister. I proba

When I add permanent jewelry to All That Glitters, I thought I was expanding my side hustle with a new product that people would be interested in buying. I was wrong. Not about the jewelry part. About the business part. Here's what I've actually figured out over the last year: people aren't really buying jewelry. They're celebrating birthdays. Marking milestones. Connecting with friends. Creating memories. Trying something new. Taking a break from the logistics of everyday li

There is a specific kind of exhaustion that does not come from working too hard. It comes from holding too many versions of yourself at once. I just got back from PJX. It is one of the largest permanent jewelry conferences in the country, and I will be honest with you: I did not fully know what I was walking into. What I found was a room full of people (mostly women, but some men, too) who have been doing this work longer than I have. People who have built teams and storefron

I'm in the middle of welding a bracelet onto someone's wrist. The stylus is in my hand, the customer is talking, and somewhere in the middle of the conversation I realize I'm smiling. Not a polite smile or a smile you put on because someone is looking at you. A real one, the kind that shows up without your permission.

There’s a very specific kind of bachelorette party that exists purely because nobody stopped to ask if anyone actually enjoys it. A dinner reservation where half the group can’t hear each other. One mandatory sash. An overpriced cocktail with a penis straw. A blurry bathroom mirror photo captioned “last fling before the ring 💍✨” And listen - I’m not above a fun night out. But let's be real... most bachelorette parties are weirdly forgettable. Not because the people weren’t f

Let me tell you what I see happen almost every single time. Someone walks up to the Charm Bar a little quiet, a little unsure. They glance at the display, pick up a charm, set it back down. They're not totally sure what they're doing yet, and they're definitely not sure they want to be the person who asks too many questions. Then something shifts. We start talking. I pull a few options. They try things on, hold pieces next to each other, start to see what they're actually dra

Spring always feels like a shift, and this year, that’s especially true over here at All That Glitters. Things have been evolving in ways that feel aligned, creative, and honestly… more fun. If you've been wondering what's next for All That Glitters, this is it. Custom Lip Gloss Experience (And Why I Created It) If you've been following along with me here at ATG, you know I'm no stranger to beauty products. In fact, the business started with me selling high-quality lipstick a

In a world that moves so fast we can barely catch our breath, making time to hang with the people you love might be more important than ever. But when everyone is racing from one thing to the next, planning a gathering can feel like one more thing on an already full list. That’s probably why so many great ideas get stuck in the group chat. Let’s break it down so you can spend less time planning and more time yapping. Start With the Right People Think about the kind of night y

I love starting my weeks on Mondays feeling fresh, and having a Sunday routine helps make that a reality. Here are 7 easy things you can do to reset on Sundays and prepare for the week ahead: Lay out Monday’s outfit (including jewelry 😉) I actually do this every night! Prep coffee / breakfast plan I'm pretty simple and tend to eat the same thing for breakfast every day, so this one is easy Review calendar + choose one priority Every Sunday I spend some time mapping out the w

Although it drives my husband up the wall, I am a huge fan of subscription boxes. I receive a few, and one of my favorites is from Daily Look - not because the clothes are dramatically better than what I get from Stitch Fix or Evereve, but because of the presentation. When you open the box, the first thing you see is a lovely blue ribbon tied in a bow over ivory tissue paper. It feels luxe. It feels considered. And it makes the simple act of opening a package feel like an exp

If you’re planning a wedding, you’re likely juggling a million details at once. From experience, I can tell you two things: the planning really is worth it - and the day itself will come and go in a flash. Alongside the photos that help you remember it all, permanent jewelry offers a lasting way to hold onto the feeling of the day. Long after the flowers have wilted and the champagne glasses are empty, it’s something you can return to again and again. Why Permanent Jewelry fo

Why Piercing Felt Like the Right Next Step At one of my very first permanent jewelry appointments in December 2024, a client asked if I was going to be doing piercing. Although I didn't plan on it at that moment, it was something I had thought about. I'm a huge fan of piercings myself, and have 11 in my lobes/ear cartilage. As 2025 progressed, more clients asked about piercing, and I started exploring how to add it in a way that aligned with the All That Glitters experience—a

Experience gifts that make her feel confident, seen, and a little sparkly. From permanent jewelry and skincare to scent-building and gift cards, these glow-up gift ideas go beyond the usual stuff. Whether it’s for a bestie, sister, or yourself, these are meaningful, memory-making moments she’ll actually look forward to. Perfect for last-minute gifts - no shipping required.

The Holiday Hustle Is Real - But So Is Your Glow I don't know about you, but I approach the holiday season with almost equal parts dread and anticipation. Christmas has always been my favorite holiday - the twinkling lights, the music, the food (love me a cookie exchange!), and the chance to reconnect with family and friends. But it can also be chaotic, between shopping, cooking, and attending events, sleep quickly becomes a rare commodity and my to-do list rivals my Target r