Is anyone else relieved that 2017 is behind us? I aaaaaaaammmmmm! The year seemed ripe with division, disaster, and scandal. I spent many a morning in 2017 asking myself what in the world was going on. But I’ve held tight to my belief that times of immense transition give rise to new opportunities, rebirths,…
TREAT YO’ SELF: Recommendations from Team Lucky Break
Anyone else shimmy through the holiday season with the motto of “One for you, two for me?” Just me? Oh. Well, I *am* a firm advocate of treating yourself, too. There’s no denying that the fourth quarter is a special kind of hectic for entrepreneurs. In addition to treating yourself to nights…
The Lucky Break Holiday Gift Guide
I have the pleasure of working with hundreds of fantastically talented makers and product designers. Because I’m always on the hunt for new ways to share their work with you, this year I thought it would be fun to curate a 10-day gift guide featuring some of my most beloved finds. I’ve been…
Meet the Maker – Meg Sutton of Belle & Union Co.
Today we’re excited to introduce you to Meg Sutton, who founded Belle & Union back in 2011. Now run by Meg and her husband Josh, Belle & Union is well-known in the maker community for their letterpress prints, handmade wrappings, and gorgeous housewares. Brimming with old-fashioned American wit, wisdom and style, all Belle & Union goods are made…
A Inside Peek at the Kiva Loan Process
Hi! Lela here. I recently passed my blog microphone to Shannon, Lucky Break’s Creative Director- and she generously gave you a peek behind her Hettie Joan brand launch. This week, I’m passing the mic to Melissa, Lucky Break’s Operations Manager a.k.a. “My Right Hand.” She’s a brilliant project manager and ball juggler here at Lucky…