Carolina Coast Creations

08/19/2026

08/18/2026

I want to start off by saying this: If I offend anyone, that’s okay. This is me—Kelly. This is not you. I am allowed to speak my mind on here about myself, my animals, and my small business.

I’ve had a lot on my mind lately, and today, this is mainly about my small business.

I am a small business owner here in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, and I have worked hard to turn my business into something very special to me.

I started Carolina Coast Creations in 2024 with a small journey in mind. I live with TBITD—Traumatic Brain Injury Trauma Disorder, and my journey has played a huge part in why I wanted to create this business.

My passion wasn't simply about selling something. ❤️

I wanted to see the passion in other people as they discovered their own creativity—choosing beads, colors, charms, and embellishments to create their own keychain, pen, bookmark, badge reel, and so much more.

I truly believe God kept me here for this journey—to travel, create, meet people, hear their stories, and learn something from every person who crosses my path.

Sometimes I joke that I'm like a cat with nine lives. 🐾 But maybe that's God's way of continuing to tell me, "You're still here. Keep going. You're doing something good with this journey." 🙏❤️

But I also want to be truthful…

There are days when I don't believe in myself.

There are days when I struggle with motivation and wonder where my small business is going. Trying to make a name for yourself and build something from the ground up isn't always easy.

Don't get me wrong—I LOVE what I do with Carolina Coast Creations. 🎨❤️

What becomes frustrating is watching others try to become like you instead of finding what makes them special.

It is frustrating when someone comes into your booth or tent, takes pictures or videos of your products, and then you later see ideas that look awfully familiar.

It's frustrating when you feel like you can't attend certain festivals or events because someone else will be there doing something similar.

Those frustrations are real.

Yes, sometimes there is enough room for everyone.

But there also needs to be respect.

We need more patience.

We need more kindness.

We need more honesty.

We need more respect for one another's creativity.

And most importantly, we each need to discover our own niche.

Being inspired by someone is one thing. Trying to duplicate what makes another person's business unique is something entirely different.

Life is always going to hand us lemons. 🍋 The question is: What are YOU going to make with yours?

I'm still learning. I'm still growing. I'm still creating. I'm still figuring out where this journey is taking me.
And I'm going to keep reminding myself why I started.

❤️ Be adventurous in YOUR own mind—not someone else's.

Find what makes YOU different.
Find what makes YOU creative.
Find what makes YOU passionate.

Then build something you can proudly call your own.
Carolina Coast Creations

✨ Come explore your creativity… one masterpiece at a time. ✨

07/26/2026

📚🍎 Is your school getting ready for a Back-to-School event? 🍎📚

Do you know of a school, PTO, or organization planning a Back-to-School Bash, Open House, Teacher Appreciation event, or Family Night?

Carolina Coast Creations would love to be part of it!

We offer:
✨ Interactive Bead & Charm Bar
✨ Personalized Teacher Lanyards
✨ Custom Pens & Styluses
✨ Bookmarks, Wristlets, Keychains & More
✨ Tumbler Bar
✨ Hands-on workshops for students, teachers, PTOs, and community groups

We’d love the opportunity to help make your event fun, creative, and memorable!

📩 Message us for booking information or to learn more about what we can bring to your event.

❤️ Please LIKE, SHARE & COMMENT to help us connect with local schools and PTOs. Every share helps support our small business, and we truly appreciate your support!

Carolina Coast Creations
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07/17/2026

Please keep my sweet Snickers in your prayers. ❤️

I had to drop her off at the vet’s office this morning for observation, and I’ve been on edge ever since. I’ve been sick to my stomach worrying about her. Honestly, I’d rather pitch a tent ⛺️ and camp outside the vet’s office than be away from her.

Update: Dr. Carly called me with some news about Snickers. She’s a little more perky today, but they found two bladder stones that are causing significant irritation to her bladder. Because of this, Dr. Carly wants to schedule her surgery for next week and doesn’t want to wait any longer.

If anyone feels led to help with the cost of her surgery, it would be deeply appreciated. Donations can be made through my Venmo or by calling the vet’s office directly.

To make a long story short, another veterinary clinic quoted us nearly $3,000 for the surgery, which we simply couldn’t afford to pay all at once. Unfortunately, we didn’t feel much compassion there, even after explaining that Snickers is my service animal.

Over the past 3½ months, we’ve watched her health decline so quickly. She has lost more than 2½ pounds, her eyes began turning a creamy white, and she became nothing but skin and bones. She had to wear a diaper whenever we went out in public, and I had to carry her in her sling. We truly feared we were going to lose her if we didn’t find help soon.

Thankfully, a friend recommended another veterinary clinic, and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better veterinarian. Dr. Carly has been amazing—knowledgeable, compassionate, and genuinely concerned about Snickers. The cost of surgery at this clinic is much more affordable, but it’s still over $1,400.

I’m incredibly grateful for the kindness that’s already been shown. One friend has donated toward her surgery, and one of my customers even gave me the last $10 he had in his wallet to help Snickers. Every act of generosity means the world to us.

If you’re able to donate anything toward her surgery, no matter the amount, we would be forever grateful. If you’re unable to give, your prayers, shares, and positive thoughts are just as appreciated.

Thank you all so much for loving and caring about my sweet girl. ❤️

**The pictures I’m sharing are older photos. I won’t be posting any current pictures of Snickers until after her surgery is complete.**

07/12/2026

🌞 Hey Upstate! 🌞

Come see Carolina Coast Creations today at the Indoor Summer Market in Wellford!

🛍️ Beat the heat and shop in the cool while supporting amazing local small businesses.

✨ Stop by our booth and experience our one-of-a-kind Interactive Bead/Charm Bar! Design your own:

* Beaded Keychains
* Pens & Styluses
* Bookmarks
* Combs
* Plus, check out our unique Tumbler Bar and handcrafted gifts!

We will have an assortment of 3D printed items.

📍 NARA Hall
311 Spartanburg Hwy., Unit F
Wellford, SC

🕛 Today from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

There will be 65+ vendors, delicious food trucks, desserts, face painting, and fun for the whole family!

We can’t wait to create something special with you. See you soon! 💖🎨✨

07/04/2026

"Happy 250th Birthday, America! 🎂🇺🇸
250 years of freedom, resilience, innovation, and hope.
May we celebrate the past, honor the present, and inspire the future.

Happy Independence Day! ❤️🤍💙"

06/28/2026

Need a BUSINESS NAME table runner?

These can be made with any design on them.

$35 each

Contact me for more information. Shipping is available as well.

06/20/2026

I would appreciate your assistance in expanding my small business. It’s all FREE TO HELP ME. Just review the picture and provide your support.