St. Pete nurse turns pandemic pastime into booming DIY jewelry bar business

What started as a pandemic pastime has turned into a creative business, helping others make their own sparkle.

The backstory:

During the COVID-19 lockdown, a St. Petersburg nurse picked up jewelry-making as a hobby to pass the time.

Soon, demand for her handmade earrings exploded online and at Bay Area markets.

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That growing passion led to the opening of Hello Myrrh, a DIY earring studio where anyone can craft their own earrings in a hands-on experience.

Dig deeper:

Visitors can book one-on-one sessions by appointment, learning tips and techniques to create unique jewelry pieces they can take home.

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The studio has become a local favorite for gift-giving, creative nights out, and anyone looking to explore their artistic side.

Each session is designed to guide participants through the jewelry-making process, from choosing materials to assembling their earrings.

What you can do:

Click here to book a session. hellomyrrh.com.

The studio is located at 2907 16th Street North in St. Petersburg.

The Source: This article was written with an interview with the owner of Hello Myrrh conducted by FOX 13’s Mike Hughes.

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