"Bloom With Luv" is officially open and the new website is live! I wanted to start this blog to share about some things that go behind each shop update and, occasionally, other topics moving forward. Here is to my first blog post!
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After months of endless work from brainstorming, designing, researching, prepping for this update, etc., it's such a special feeling seeing everything come to life and, most of all, seeing others enjoy my newest creations. I started brainstorming and planning out the branding, products, and the timeline to its launch ever since August of 2021. During the beginning of 2022 was when I got to put all these ideas into action and work towards this May launch. It was a process I did not want to rush and with lots of back and forth prioritizing which products would make it to the first shop update, finally, we are here and I am so excited!
There are a lot of "firsts" with this May shop update. Of course, this is the first update as "Bloom With Luv". This was my first time working on and launching a website of my own to expand from Etsy. This is my first time releasing new categories of products, such as the Yoongi Guitar Memo Pad and HOPE Bucket Hat. It's also my first time introducing my original character, Li-Li the Mochi Cow - a chibi kawaii purple cow who is soft and squishy like mochi!
I wanted to start off the first shop update with a rollout of new product types I have never released before because this is a glimpse into some of the things I dream to continue creating as the possibilities are endless! With "Bloom With Luv", my goal is to offer uniquely designed items while continuing to experiment with different products, art styles and concepts for everyone to enjoy.
Working on the new releases for this May update was so fun, especially the HOPE Bucket Hat. This bucket hat screams Hobicore! Designing it, picking out the fabric, and deciding on its colors and features was such an enjoyable process. This hat was made entirely from scratch and I collaborated with my manufacturer to make my vision come to life. I love how this hat can be worn in any season and is easy to style with many outfits.
Introducing Li-Li the Mochi cow was also another highlight for me with this shop update as, again, she is my first original character who I hope others will love. The first release includes a sticker pack and washi tape that introduces Li-Li to everyone. The designs feature all the things she loves and enjoys doing from listening to music and cheering on her favorite group- BTS, drinking boba, picking flowers and strawberries, and binge watching shows on her laptop. I plan to release more cute stationery goodies with Li-Li featured on them in the near future. And, who knows, maybe even plushies later on!
I thank everyone from the bottom of my heart for all the support that has been given to me and my shop thus far. I hope you love all the new items for this shop update and if you bought something, I am truly grateful. There is so much more to come from "Bloom With Luv", so please look forward to it!
Until next time,
💜 Steph
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