Ah, midlife. Somewhere among aging parents, emptying nests, and hormonal fluctuations that rival your teenagers', you might pause (ahem) and ask, "Who am I now? What do I desire? How are my values and priorities changing? How is the next part of my story going to unfold? And--fan or blanket tonight?"

If you've spent years attending to others' emotions, needs, and desires, however joyfully, you might be suspecting that now it's time to get reacquainted (or just acquainted) with yourself.

If so, I think you're right. And I'm here to help.

In among the loss of my parents, watching my kids growing up, and confronting some hard truths about my story up to that point, I realized something: how I saw myself was stifling me. (Well, "stifling" is the polite word for it.) I've been making some changes, and while the process is not neat, linear, or finished at all, things are getting better. I like myself more. I'm learning how to be gentler with myself. And because I know Whose I am, I'm a lot less fussed about who anybody else thinks I'm supposed to be.

In the middle of all THAT, I've rediscovered how important my personal style is to feeling my best. Only this time, it's not about meeting other people's expectations--it's about what makes me feel most myself. And that's what I desire for you.

That's where Magnolia Bough comes in.

I design and hand-assemble jewelry (and other small gift items) rooted in meaning. My earliest pieces were inspired by nature and by celebrations or social occasions shaped by my imagination. More recently, I've also been designing pieces inspired by literature and authors I love. And I sometimes create custom pieces tailored to what the client loves. In all of these cases, there's a story behind the finished product. So whether you're celebrating a milestone or commemorating the strength it took to get through something hard, we've got pieces to help you tell your story.

To me, the whole process of creating a piece is a kind of story. I put together beads like words, and sometimes that means searching for what fits best. Sometimes the weight is wrong, and I end up putting things in a different order. And always, I'm seeking the best combination of color, texture, and shape to create something as rich and beautiful as I hope your story is.

I believe the best jewelry for you is what you feel a personal connection to. Whether you choose a pair of earrings, a bracelet, or a necklace, you'll be wearing it close to your pulse. It's the meeting of imagination, mind, and heart. And it's my honor to help you find something truly special to you.

Welcome to Magnolia Bough. Welcome to style authored by imagination. 💖

Jennifer Verdun

President | Composer of Sparkle

Magnolia Bough Jewelry & Gifts LLC