January 20, 2025

Meet the Member: BomBom Beads

by Alyssa Conary
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Interviewee:

Lisa Lewis (She/Her)

In your own words, tell us about your business, organization, or initiative.

BomBom Beads creates handcrafted jewelry with joy, intention and functionality. Consciously strung together by hand, our jewelry and beads celebrate self-expression, define personal style and tap into the power of nostalgia.

Tell us a bit about you and why you do what you do. Share your passions for your business, organization, or initiative.

Growing up in the sun-soaked landscapes of California, I always held close all the enchanting treasures that my Portuguese parents brought back from their worldly adventures – a nostalgic symphony of future dreams. In the wanderlust-filled chapters of life, I found my search for bracelets, beaded trinkets, and shiny souvenirs became a joyous quest during every travel escapade. It was the most cherished moments and memories of my grandparents’ house that always included a special detour to the penny candy store, where bright gems were not just sweets but cherished tokens of delight. I brought this nostalgia into my new found love of jewelry making in 2020 and never looked back.

What is the last thing you read, watched, or listened to that had an impact on you?

The Universe Has Your Back by Gabby Bernstein – I read it many years ago and believe it was a catalyst to helping me let go in a time when I was forcing something that wasn’t ready to come to me. Every now and then, when I need a reminder to let go and let things happen to me that are meant to be, I pick up this book or anything else by Gabby as a reminder to manifest greatness.

What’s the one thing people would be surprised to learn about you or your business?

I picked up jewelry making very late in life, when I was in my forties having my second child and although it makes me sad that I didn’t have more time to start this earlier – I am grateful that it found its way to me in the first place. It is my happy place, my meditation, my creative outlet.

What is Creative Collective?

Creative Collective is a group of economic development strategists, small business supporters, activation specialists, and believers in the importance of the creative workforce. We foster growth, sustainability, and scalability for small businesses, creative thinkers, organizations, entrepreneurs, and innovators. Learn more and join Creative Collective at www.creativecollectivema.com/join

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