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The gift I give myself. Nurturing stillness. In

The gift I give myself. Nurturing stillness.

In the midst of wearing countless hats and with the world unfolding around us, take a moment to cherish the beauty in simplicity.

Let the soft glow of a candle, a good book, and a beverage of your choice be your guide to tranquility and slow living.

Pause, breathe, and let the world wait for a beat.
Embrace slow living as a business owner.

Featured book (one of my favorites) - The Finer Things by @christianelemieux

Tag a fellow entrepreneur who could use this moment of tranquility and share your favorite slow living rituals below! ⬇️
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Everything starts with a thought and a vision! La

Everything starts with a thought and a vision!

Last month, I had the incredible opportunity to create bespoke gift bags for the Insure Equality Summit in Chicago. 🌈 This summit united professionals in insurance, finance, and HR, all dedicated to serving diverse consumers and employees.

In the face of tight timelines and budgets, I made every detail count, prioritizing functionality and the client's experience. I believe in smart budgeting - investing where it truly matters, without compromising quality.

The heartbeat of this project was conscious sourcing. Every item came from women-owned and other minority-owned businesses, championing equality, diversity, and inclusion. I'm proud to have donated my time and a gourmet gift basket to the silent auction, adding another layer of support.

Scroll all the way to the left for a peek behind the scenes. The last slide is priceless. My car is packed with these specially curated gifts! Because not every moment in this journey is perfectly curated and color-coded!

Looking to create impactful client appreciation gifts? Let's collaborate and make something truly special.

Products for this project outsourced from @letteringworks @thoughtcatalog @drinkdroplet @celesteperez @idlewildco and #popspopcorn

Client: @insureequality
Gift Designer & Curator: @thestellarstory
Photos: @lifestylestoriesbyella

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Did you know that tonight is the last 7 pm sunset

Did you know that tonight is the last 7 pm sunset in the North Shore Chicago?

Till March 17th, 2024.

That's 184 days away. 🙈😢

Fun fact: Chicago has half a year after 7 pm sunsets, and half a year before 7 pm sunsets. Did you know?

As of tomorrow, we are heading into the before 7 pm sunsets era.
The winter is coming!
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Elevate Your Shopping Experience at The Stellar St

Elevate Your Shopping Experience at The Stellar Story September Pop-Up!

✨ Discover a curated selection of gifts, personally handpicked from small businesses owned by women, LGBTQ+, AAPI, Black, and other underserved community members.

It's never too early to start picking out gifts for your loved ones – Christmas is just 15 weeks away!

Are you the one to embrace this opportunity?

Come shop while making a meaningful impact by embracing the spirit of community and supporting small businesses!

This pop-up is a special collaboration between two women-owned businesses. A heartfelt thank you to Barbara from Retro*Fit for graciously allowing us to share her space.

Location:
1620 Greenleaf Street, Evanston, IL

Hours:
Thurs-Sat, 12pm - 5pm
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