What’s your business name and what do you do?
My business name is Good Stock - like you come from good stock, duh! I create custom fit & hand-welded jewelry, aka permanent jewelry.
How did you learn your craft?
I come from a family of entrepreneurs & welders! Not kidding, both my dad and my brother are welders. So when I decided I wanted to jump into the permanent jewelry industry, I bought the welder and my brother drove up from Connecticut to teach me how to use it. The rest is history!
What do you enjoy most about what you do?
There are so many aspects that I enjoy about Good Stock. I love that I am able to create things with my hands that make people happy. I love that I am able to connect with different people at every event. Getting to interact and listen to everyone's stories is my favorite. I have the freedom to create my schedule around my family's needs, which is very important to me. I love getting to stay home with my 2.5 year old daughter while also showing her that it's good for mom to work!
What do you enjoy least?
My least favorite aspect of owning my own business is keeping up with social media! Sorry guys, it's my least favorite part of the job by a long shot, but that's ok! I'm a work in progress.
What’s one thing you wish people knew about your work?
I think I wish people understood the amount of time it has taken me to curate Good Stock. It's very important to me that the quality and the experience align. It takes me months of testing chains/charms before they make their big debuts! I am constantly researching, hand making/customizing my event props, drawing new sticker designs, filling care bags, connecting and collaborating with local businesses, you name it, I do it! I have a constant scroll of ideas in my brain, which is truly a blessing and a curse for me.
What’s one artist you look up to?
Wow, that's a tough question!! These days I've been digging the artist Brian Gilson @freefilth on Instagram. Very Gonzo-esque and weird, and makes me feel nostalgic/reminds me of my highschool era when I loved Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas and wore a studded belt.
What do you do when you’re not making jewelry?
When I'm not making jewelry I like to do house projects and yard/garden projects. I love trying new bakeries, as I am an equal opportunist when it comes to pastries. I love spending time with my little family and our friends. I love helping everyone with their ideas and projects too!
Night owl or early bird?
I've always been a morning person, but I need an hour and a coffee before my brain works. I like to be in bed before 9, thanks.
What's your favorite place in Maine?
My favorite place in Maine?! That's easy, I love being home with my Hallie girl, my husband, our 2 cats and 4 chickens. Butttt my favorite restaurant is Crispy Gai, they do no wrong. Just grab me a Same Same But Different and a chicken sandwich, and I'm happy!