A New Start - Things That Bring You Joy!

Well a lot has changed since I started this business a few years ago in 2016. I’ve changed careers, relocated to north Florida pan handle. When I decided I wanted to turn hobby into a jewelry business I had no idea what I was getting myself into. The many challenges, lessons, friendships, mistakes and blessings this journey has taken. I knew that I could make jewelry that was different. I had never sold anything, but with the support of amazing friends, family, associations and eventually new friends Dequa Designs was born. We did pop-up shows throughout Delaware, Maryland and became a fixture at New Castle County Farmers Market every Friday at 4pm.

From bead shows to craft fairs, and ultimately art fairs and galleries, I’ve had the time of my life. As I relocated to north Florida and began the next chapter of my professional career I was also trying to balance my love of jewelry making. I found myself with a health set-back, so I decided to take some time off and regroup and make the last year the year of health. I needed to find my “mojo” again. It’s been an interesting journey when you take time to focus inward on your self-care. For me, the physical results have been apparent with a number of pounds lost and the mental/emotional health getting stronger. I’ve been learning to count my blessings and find happiness everyday.

What I have learned or “re-learned” in getting my mojo back, is that you need to hold tight to the things that bring you joy in life. It can be family, friends, sports, hobbies, any number of things, for me, its certainly family and friends, although now my family circle is very small, so I really enjoy laughter with friends (I mean the silly goofy kind), being healthy, and making beaded jewelry brings me incredible joy and peace. I love working through the ideas of colors and design to fully mapping out a finished product. The crocheting relaxes me in the evening and ultimately, when an item is finished, I’m incredibly proud (especially if it turns out well). And so I say to you, welcome to Dequa Designs, I hope you come along for this new journey. Drop me a line or ask any questions, or just say hi. It should be a fun. Ride!