Sometimes people ask me, "Have you always been a jewelry maker?" The answer is no. Ten years ago, I bought my first pair of pliers and a few beads, just to give it a try. There was no grand plan. No clear ambition to make it my profession. But what I did feel was an inner urge to do something with my hands.
Why being creative enriches your life
For me, crafting has always been connected to personal development. Making something is a way to be mindful, to pause in the moment. Over the years, it's helped me develop certain qualities: less procrastination, more patience, and improved concentration.
And perhaps the best part: it gives me a sense of freedom. Because I can now apply my skills anywhere, wherever I am. I truly want everyone to have that confidence and self-assurance.
Creativity as personal expression
Whether you paint, write, embroider, or—like me—make handmade jewelry, it's not about achieving something grand or commercial. It's about doing something that's entirely yours.
Something you can lose yourself in, something you can grow in, and something you find fulfilling. You might find yourself getting better at it along the way, or maybe it'll just be a nice moment for yourself. Either way is fine. It's precisely that sense of personal expression without external pressure that makes creative pursuits so valuable.
But what if you don't know where to start?
Not everyone immediately knows where their interests lie. It's perfectly normal if you don't (yet) feel: "Yes, that's it, I'm going to paint." That, too, is part of the process.
Here are some tips to get your creative flow going:
Start small, without expectations. String a few beads, sketch something on a scrap of paper—it doesn't have to be grand or perfect.
Try different techniques and materials. Sometimes it takes a while to discover what really suits you.
Think about what you used to enjoy doing. Often, there's a clue hidden there.
Give it time. Creativity can't be forced. It can grow slowly.
Be inspired by others, without comparing yourself. Use it as a starting point, not a benchmark.
Find your own rhythm
What I've learned over the years: it's not about speed or results. It's about finding the right rhythm for you. Some days you're brimming with ideas, other days you let them slide. And that's perfectly fine—give yourself the space. It's your process.
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