Let’s Make HER-Story!

As women, we juggle so many roles and responsibilities. We’re daughters, moms, wives, sisters, friends, caretakers and so much more. We deserve to wear one-of-a-kind pieces that remind us of how much we have been through and experienced.

All About Jewelry, Work Life, Daily InspirationsKristin BurkemperJune 10, 2021Milwaukee, jewelry designer, hand stamped jewelry, bar necklace, initial necklace, name bar necklace, mom necklace, mother necklace, disc necklace, initial disc necklace, female entrepreneur, mompreneurComment

What's on My Nightstand + A Peek Inside My Bedroom

Want a sneak peek inside my bedroom? Hey - why not?! Check out my favorite things to have on my bedside table!

Family Life, All About JewelryKristin BurkemperJanuary 28, 2021jewelry, milwaukee, gifts, Interior Design, Nightstand Styling, Home Decor, Behind the ScenesComment

Big Box Stores are Going to be Okay, But Your Local, Small Businesses May Not.

Small businesses are suffering and the only way we can save them is to support them. Rallying behind a small business means rallying behind a family and a community.

CommunityKristin BurkemperNovember 16, 2020Milwaukee, 2020, corona virus, covid 19, silver lining, gratitude, staying positive, inspiration, jewelry designer, launching in a pandemic, shop small, shop local, shop handmade, shop small milwaukeeComment

Mom Truth: We Need to Go Easy on Ourselves

Every day brings new thoughts on what the next season will look like. I’m saying to myself, we’ll be okay, we’ll work through it. And other moments I’m struggling to even comprehend how we’ll even make it a day of virtual school. With two parents working full-time, I’m already maxed out.

Work Life, Family LifeKristin BurkemperAugust 13, 2020Milwaukee, 2020, corona virus, covid 19, silver lining, gratitude, staying positive, inspiration, jewelry designer, launching in a pandemicComment

Behind the Scenes of the Bird's Tail Design Process

I can design and create all I want, but it doesn’t mean as much until I see someone living in something I created. That’s powerful. That's beautiful.

Work Life, All About Jewelry, FashionKristin BurkemperJuly 21, 2020Milwaukee, 2020, corona virus, covid 19, silver lining, gratitude, staying positive, inspiration, jewelry designer, launching in a pandemicComment

Self Care in Times of Crisis

There are strong connections between self-care and mental health and wellness, and these connections are especially beneficial for each of us as we move forward together during this difficult time.

Daily Inspirations, Self-CareKristin BurkemperJune 23, 2020Milwaukee, 2020, inspiration, self care, self care in crisis, covid 19, crisis, taking care of yourself, anxiety, routine, exercise, yogaComment

These Women are Changing the World + Look Good Doing It!

When I’m looking for fashion inspiration, I’m all about fashion icons or influencers who I can relate to and who feel authentic to me.

The Many Layers of Motherhood

One thing I knew would change when I became a mother was my Identity, but I had no idea what that truly meant.

Daily Inspirations, CommunityKristin BurkemperMay 1, 2020Milwaukee, 2020, corona virus, covid 19, silver lining, gratitude, staying positive, inspiration, mother's day, mother's day gifts Comment

Finding Silver Linings During an Unthinkable Time

It’s hard to stay positive. But, we can choose to focus on the good, the silver linings in this situation. We really have no other choice — what’s the alternative?

Daily Inspirations, CommunityKristin BurkemperApril 23, 2020Milwaukee, 2020, corona virus, covid 19, silver lining, gratitude, staying positive, inspirationComment

Celebrating Women Beyond International Women’s Day: The Abundance Mindset

We need reminders and positive messages about celebrating all that it means to be a woman and the importance of female encouragement beyond just one day per year.

Daily Inspirations, CommunityKristin BurkemperMarch 9, 2020jewelry, jewelry designer, milwaukee, milwaukee jewelry designer, female entrepreneur, Milwaukee, 2020, girl boss, galentine's day, female friendships, friendship, friends, things to do in milwaukeeComment

The Tale of An Introverted, Risk-Averse Entrepreneur: Yep - That’s Me!

Being an introvert and struggling with some social anxiety has sort of made me risk-averse at times. I know - hard to believe for a female entrepreneur! But, I have a hard time putting myself out there and being vulnerable, even when it comes to my business.

Daily Inspirations, CommunityKristin BurkemperFebruary 19, 2020jewelry, jewelry designer, milwaukee, milwaukee jewelry designer, female entrepreneur, Milwaukee, 2020, girl boss, galentine's day, female friendships, friendship, friends, things to do in milwaukee Comment

Life is Better with a Good Girlfriend by Your Side

As women, we have certain female connections that we may not have with our spouse or significant other. We can share things about our marriages, our bodies, our hopes and fears. Associating with other strong and caring women can make us stronger, better people.

Daily Inspirations, CommunityKristin BurkemperFebruary 6, 2020jewelry, jewelry designer, milwaukee, milwaukee jewelry designer, female entrepreneur, Milwaukee, 2020, girl boss, galentine's day, female friendships, friendship, friends, things to do in milwaukeeComment

Are You Looking to Turn Your Passion into Your Full-Time Gig? What You Should Know First:

So you’ve got a side hustle. Or maybe an idea for a side hustle? Maybe it’s simply a hobby that you are super passionate about. Whatever it is...is turning your passion into a full-time gig constantly on your mind?

Daily Inspirations, Work LifeKristin BurkemperJanuary 27, 2020jewelry, jewelry designer, milwaukee, milwaukee jewelry designer, entrepreneurship, female entrepreneur, mompreneur, Milwaukee, 2020, side hustle, hobby, girl bossComment

2020 We Are Coming for Ya'!

We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” — Winston Churchill

Daily Inspirations, Work Life, CommunityKristin BurkemperJanuary 13, 2020jewelry, jewelry designer, milwaukee, milwaukee jewelry designer, entrepreneurship, female entrepreneur, mompreneur, breast cancer awareness, ABCD, Milwaukee, giving back, 2020, intentions, resolutionsComment

The Bird's Tail Holiday Gift Guide

Holiday gifts for everyone on your list…

All About JewelryKristin BurkemperDecember 3, 2019jewelry, milwaukee, gifts, christmas, holiday, teacher gifts, gifts for him, thoughtful gifts, gifts for coworkers, gifts for herComment

Why a Creative Outlet is Like a Good Therapist

Oftentimes, we don’t take the time to be creative - we look at it as something we might get to when we have the time - but the truth is we never REALLY have the time.

Daily Inspirations, CommunityKristin BurkemperNovember 6, 2019jewelry, jewelry designer, milwaukee, Milwaukee, workshops, creativity, things to do in milwaukee, creative outlet, art therapy Comment

My Ah-Ha Moment Inspired by Kendra Scott

You know, one of those moments when you decide or realize something, and it feels entirely right? Recently, I had this exact experience.

Daily Inspirations, Work Life, CommunityKristin BurkemperOctober 21, 2019jewelry, jewelry designer, milwaukee, milwaukee jewelry designer, entrepreneurship, female entrepreneur, mompreneur, breast cancer awareness, ABCD, Kendra Scott, Toya Washington, Milwaukee, giving back Comments

My Mother’s Fight with Breast Cancer

When someone you love is diagnosed with cancer, you never know the “right” feelings to feel, the “right “words to say or the “right” things to do. I wanted so badly to feel and say the right thing, to do the right thing.