Designer Spotlight: Jewelry with Heart & Healing @waves.and.wonder 🌸

At The Bead Chest, we’re constantly inspired by the incredible creativity of our community, and this month we’re thrilled to shine the spotlight on Lindsay Kampen aka @waves.and.wonder. What began as a fun activity with a friend has blossomed into a deeply meaningful jewelry journey. From making bracelets as a way to heal and give back after her breast cancer diagnosis, to building a thriving Etsy shop, her story is one of resilience, creativity, and pure joy in the design process. Every piece she creates carries both beauty and intention, and we’re so excited to share her journey with you.

What kind of jewelry pieces are your favorite to make?
I truly love all of them! There’s nothing better than finishing a piece I’m proud of and running around the house showing it off to my family—that’s when I feel the most joy!

Lately, I’ve started making necklaces too, and it’s been so much fun learning and experimenting with new designs and techniques.

What types of beads are your favorite to work with?
I enjoy working with all types of beads, but glass beads are definitely my favorite. Their wide range of colors, textures, sizes, and shapes allows for endless creativity and gives each piece a unique look. They make such stunning focal points for both bracelets and necklaces. One of my most popular additions has been the white Kente Krobo beads—I’ve received such great feedback on them! They’re simple, yet add such a beautiful and distinctive touch to any design.

Where can our followers purchase designs from you?
You can find me, waves + wonder, on Etsy at: WAVESandWONDER.etsy.com

I’m also on Instagram at: @waves.and.wonder

What is your biggest jewelry design achievement?
Honestly, every time someone purchases one of my bracelets or necklaces, it feels like a huge accomplishment. I’m always deeply honored and humbled that someone sees value in my work and chooses to wear something I’ve created.

A special milestone happened last summer when I had just started selling bracelets—The Bead Chest reposted one of my Instagram posts! That moment was both exciting and surreal. And now, to even be considered for a Designer Spotlight feature—wow! I’m truly blown away. I’m just a mom following a creative passion, and to be recognized in this way means so much. Thank you!

These might seem like small wins to some, but to me, they bring genuine joy and encouragement. I don’t take any of it for granted.

It’s clear that for @waves.and.wonder, jewelry making is more than just beads and string, it’s about storytelling, gratitude, and connection. Each bracelet or necklace holds a piece of her journey, from recovery to celebration, and her designs exude both strength and elegance. We’re so honored to feature her as part of our Designer Spotlight series and can’t wait to see what she dreams up next. 💚✨

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