Hi… I’m Regina L, a handmade artisan. Or maybe more accurately, an artisan creating handmade treasures.
I’m a woman in my mid-50s who, for most of her life, tried to do the “right” things — the things that were expected of her.
I’ve fought my share of battles, both internal and external. I’ve worked hard, often with very little return, and there were times I felt invisible… like I didn’t matter.
But that is not the whole story.
Because I am also the creative.
The storyteller.
The maker — an artisan at heart.
Everything I create — whether it’s handmade jewelry, crochet pieces, or mixed media art — carries a piece of me within it. My heart, my intentions, and my quiet blessings for the person who will one day hold it in their hands.
Reclaiming My Life As A Handmade Artisan
For years, I knew I needed a change.
The life I was living felt gray. Safe, maybe — but also boxed in, muted… beige.
Ever since I was a child, I have had this dream of becoming a full-time artisan, creating handmade pieces that bring color, meaning, and a sense of joy into people’s lives.
I didn’t have the words for it back then. Now I do.
I want to live out loud.
Originally, I planned to slowly build my handmade business on the side. But life had other plans, and I had to let go of my previous profession much faster than expected.
So now I’m doing this fully.
I’m building my handmade business from the ground up — no savings, no financial backing, no loans. Just my skills, my creativity, and a willingness to learn how to sell handmade products online, one step at a time.
This isn’t just rebuilding.
This is me reclaiming… or maybe even claiming for the first time… the person I was always meant to be.
And yes, it’s scary.
But this is also my livelihood now — and I’m all in.
The Woman Behind Regina Creates
I’m also a mom to multiple adult children and a proud grandma of two.
In my own way, I hope to show them that it’s never too late — and never too early — to step into who you really are and start again.
I believe in something greater than myself — something divine — but I don’t put it into a box. I see myself as part of that, while still being grounded and human.
I hold both light and shadow, just like all of us do.
And shadow isn’t evil — it’s simply the parts of ourselves we’re still learning to understand.
What I Create (Handmade With Intention)
Everything you see here is created by me, by hand.
Slowly. Intentionally. With care.
My handmade work includes:
- Self-affirmation beaded bracelets
- Crochet wearables (hats, shawls, and more — from everyday pieces to bold “live out loud” styles)
- Crochet and sewn pet accessories (bandanas and decorative collars)
- Beaded jewelry (OOAK and limited edition necklaces, pendants, earrings, rings, and bracelets)
- Eyeglass chains and purse accessories
- Mixed media art
- Hand-painted greeting cards, magnets, and bookmarks
I use a mix of techniques — from traditional bead stringing to bead weaving methods like peyote, brick, ladder, and block stitch.
My art is untrained, raw, and honest.
I’ve been drawing and crocheting for nearly 50 years, and making jewelry for over 15 years — always evolving, always learning, always experimenting.
More Than Just Handmade Products
Most of what I create starts with a story.
Sometimes it’s a feeling.
Sometimes it’s a memory.
And sometimes… my materials just “talk” to me.
The yarn, the beads, the colors — they tell me what they want to become.
So my pieces aren’t just handmade products.
They carry a kind of heartbeat.
I love working with materials that have character — slightly irregular beads, unexpected textures, small imperfections. To me, that’s where real beauty lives.
At the same time, I also work with higher-quality materials like Miyuki and Toho beads, Czech crystals, and gold-filled findings for more refined pieces.
This allows me to offer handmade items at different price points — because I truly believe everyone deserves something beautiful.
Who I Create For
I create for people who are tired of being boxed in.
For those who feel the pull to stop being beige… and start living out loud.
For those who struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, or moments of forgetting their own worth.
My self-affirmation bracelets, artwork, and handmade gifts are meant to be gentle reminders — something you can wear or hold that quietly says:
“I am…”
And lets you finish the sentence.
I create for:
- The wildlings and wanderers
- The creatives and free spirits
- The young and the young at heart
- The ones who want something more than mass-produced
- For the lovers of handmade treasures who lack the time or skills to produce them for themselves. This is where this handmade Artisan comes in.
For anyone who knows they are more than what the world sees.
The Blog – Building a Handmade Business From Scratch
This blog is where I share the real journey of building a handmade business online.
No sugarcoating.
You’ll see:
- The wins
- The struggles
- The lessons
- The messy middle
I’ll introduce you to my handmade artisan creations, their stories, and how they came to life — and when they’re available, I’ll link you directly to where you can purchase them.
You’ll also get a look into my life — as a woman in her 50s starting over, and as an artisan building something meaningful from the ground up.
Stay Awhile
My hope is that you’ll enjoy your time here.
That you’ll come back.
That something I create speaks to you. A strong hope for this handmade Artisan, of course.
That you find a handmade piece that feels like it was meant for you.
I do my best to price my work fairly — for you and for me — because I believe beauty should be accessible, not out of reach.
If you enjoy what you see, I’d love for you to join my email list and stay connected.
For now…
Thank you for being here.
It truly means more than you know.
Handmade Artisan Regina L.
P.S. If you’d like to stay connected, you can find me on my social media pages (they’re still growing right alongside me):