“The reason I love coming in to Unlocked is because the spirit of love, that spirit of giving. Some days when I come into work, I may have the weight on my shoulders, but the atmosphere of love helps me to just make it through. Unlocked has been helpful. You can come in, you can feel depressed, unwanted, unneeded, and then you come in and there’s someone there to give you a hug, support you, and help you make it another day. For me, Unlocked is unlocking the beauty in the brokenness. You find beauty in the brokenness, just like making jewelry. It’s about community. People that buy your jewelry are a part of your community. They’re not customers. They’re your community.”
Hey Jennifer ,
Reading your story took my breath, and I understand it fully and deeply . I grew up in dysfunction, and for the longest time I became a product of my environment. . Growing up my dad was an alcoholic, and I watched my mom struggle to make ends meet once she finally left . We started in women’s shelters , and then later we got rehoused into public housing it was hard . Sometimes we would stay with friends for months at a time , and my mom never once made us feel ashamed of it . At this very moment my mom is still my very best friend, and I hope to one day give her everything she’s ever wanted and more . Thanks for sharing your story it impacted me , and touched my heart . You are worthy of every dream you’ve ever dreamt .
Stay wonderful ,
Em
Hi Jennifer! I’ve purchased 6 of your necklaces—one for me and the others as gifts. The first day I had mine on, I was asked by my daughter-in-law where I got it, so I bought one for her birthday, and she got on your IG and bought something too. I hope I can help spread the word about this wonderful opportunity so we can all be a part of YOUR success and have some beautiful jewelry as a reminder of WHO we are representing! Thank you!!
Hi Jennifer! I’ve been wearing one of the ‘Celeste’ necklaces that you made and I never take it off. It’s my favorite piece of jewelry I own and you did such an incredible job making it. Thank you for making something so beautiful that I get to wear every day!