Check Out Maggie Redpath’s Story

Today we’d like to introduce you to Maggie Redpath

Hi Maggie, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I started (like many people) experimenting with hobbies in the midst of quarantine. I fell in love with jewelry making and at first it was just so I could have more in my personal collection. Friends started expressing interest and it just kind of took off from there! I started an instagram account and people seemed to want to buy my stuff! It felt crazy.
At first, I was just trying out different formats of handmade jewelry (clay, metal, wood) and then I slowly found what I loved the most and got into a groove.
I was deeply inspired while creating, and the process made me think about how I was created.
Ephesians 2:10 says that we are “God’s handiwork, created for good works.” I wanted my business to reflect the care that I believe my God put into making me. My slogan, inspired by this verse, has become “you are art” as I believe we are all created by the most talented artist.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
Social media has presented some challenges, for sure. I do believe that comparison is the thief of joy. Now, with mass consumerism and an uprise of businesses selling jewelry and other handmade goods, it’s been hard not to look at other creators and wish for their success, or their viral videos, or their financial gain. That’s one of the pitfalls of running a business using instagram. Even though that part can be difficult, it has stretched me to continue to set boundaries with my time on my phone, and to go back to my original source of worth, my relationship with God, for validation about my job.

As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I think my business brings back the feeling of buying goods from a mom and pop shop. I try to build relationships with each person who buys from me, since my business is so small. I think what sets me apart is that so much of the jewelry I sell is customizable. It makes me feel like I get to be a small part in someone’s life. I’ve made a ring with someone’s favorite bible verse, a locket with pictures of grandparents, preserved wedding flowers in a necklace, used antique spoons for rings that belonged to someone’s deceased loved ones. I hope the jewelry I make is a thing that reminds people there is beauty in the world. That in a day and time where things are cheap, fast, and over consumed, that there are still people who care about their craft, and the people that are buying it.

What do you like and dislike about the city?
Something I love about Nashville is that it will always feel like home to me. Nashville has a wonderful community of entrepreneurs who cheer each other on and uplift one another.
As Nashville continues to change and grow, I hope that people remember its roots. I love Nashville, and I hope it doesn’t become a place where massive corporations and chain restaurants thrive, but one that continues to support small businesses and the people that run them.

Pricing:

• my stuff ranges from $5-$45! and I love being as affordable as possible as many college girls are able to shop from me!

Contact Info:

• Website: https://yomamasjewelry.com
• Instagram: yomamasjewelry