BELLA BEADS gives back
BELLA BEADS is our outreach program to help local and national animal shelters or animal organizations that need financial support and/ or awareness.
The backstory...through the dark we try to find the light. And through the heaviness and heartache of going through a loss, we look for hope and a greater good or purpose.
And this was how BULL + STAR and BELLA BEADS became.
B+S was born as an outlet of meditation through creation as I experienced the loss of our lil girl, Bella. After her passing, I donated a portion of sales from the BELLA BEADS bracelet I made in her honor to the Veterinary Emergency Group. And ever since, to keep her spirit alive, BULL + STAR has donated to animal shelters or organizations in need.
We have helped out:
Animal Charity of Ohio (my homestate, when the train derailed in East Palestine)
Anti-Cruelty Society (a Chicago animal shelter)
Asheville Humane Society (my hometown of 9 yrs, when Hurricane Helene hit)
PAWS Chicago (when I ran my 4th marathon and raised $ through Team PAWS)
VETERINARY EMERGENCY GROUP (they helped us at 3:00am w Bella)
WINGS of RESCUE (simply impressed with their style, we need more of these)
Veterinary Emergency Group is where this all began, 2 years ago. Every November- December we donate 10% of sales from BELLA BEADS to the V.E.G. Give a gift and help a fur friend! And every pet owner should have this number in their phone and know where the closest location of the V.E.G. is to them.
Handmade with Love
All of our jewelry is handmade locally here in Chicago, with a close eye and an attention to detail. We make sure every stone is uncovered to layout a perfectly chic bracelet design.
Stacks up
Our beaded jewelry is strung on high quality and durable stretch cord. Each bracelet is strongly secured for lasting use. We know accidents happen and jewelry, by nature, is delicate. We will repair damaged items with proof (send a pic) so that you can continue to SHINE BRIGTH with what you love.