Gentle Courage & Handmade Transformation: A Pride Month Reflection

Gentle Courage & Handmade Transformation: A Pride Month Reflection

This Pride Month brought a wave of personal reflection, and with it, one of the most meaningful lessons:

Standing up for yourself is also an act of gentle courage.

I’m learning to set boundaries, to say no with compassion, and to stop living only to please others. This quiet transformation is flowing into my creative process too, reminding me that healing and self-expression can be sustainable.

Each piece we create—whether it's a pair of earrings made from discarded materials or a scrunchie sewn from fabric offcuts—is more than just an accessory. It’s a small, wearable reminder that beauty can come from change, from courage, and from honoring who we really are.

upcycle with jing pride collection

Upcycling is not just about reducing waste. For us, it’s also a way to tell stories—of renewal, of identity, and of becoming. Every handmade item in our collection carries that energy: soft yet strong, imperfect yet beautiful.

May we all have the courage to express ourselves: gently, boldly, and sustainably.


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