Betina Roza in Bellingham Alive

Betina Roza in Bellingham Alive

The beachy, colorful jewelry from San Juan Island-based business Betina Roza are sure to make the wearer stand out– and for good reason. Each piece is intentionally created to serve as a daily reminder to be bold, brave, and to follow one’s own path. After all, that’s exactly what Owner Erin Heydenreich has done. 
July 14, 2022 — Erin Heydenreich
Pride Month!

Pride Month!

Pride Month! 50% of all the profits from the Limited-Edition Rainbow Heart Necklaces will go to the LGBTQ Freedom Fund. I love their mission, it’s so simple: they raise money to pay the bail for LGBTQ individuals.
June 14, 2022 — Erin Heydenreich
This is hard. But we have to keep going......

This is hard. But we have to keep going......

The last week was a hard one, still is hard. I admit, I sort of shut down towards the end and went inward. Not trying to hide, but just needing to hear what my own voice was telling me. Can anyone else relate?
June 09, 2020 — Erin Heydenreich
Feeling Augusted? Ready to go slow?

Feeling Augusted? Ready to go slow?

You can feel it in the air here on the island, and see it on everyone’s faces. It’s like we are all coming down after an all-night party. Still hanging in there, but clearly ready for a nap.
August 26, 2019 — Erin Heydenreich
Easy ways to make the most of the longest day of the year.

Easy ways to make the most of the longest day of the year.

Summer solstice is a good reminder of the ever-changing-ness of life. We live in cycles and because of the nature of a cycle, we never stop moving. 
June 20, 2019 — Erin Heydenreich
San Juan Island Artists

San Juan Island Artists

This San Juan island gift guide was made for Mother's Day , but it is fantastic for any special gifts you want to give. Most especially the ones for your self, those are the best! Check out these local Friday Harbor artists for special and unique gift ideas.
May 07, 2019 — Erin Heydenreich
Marine Biologist to Jewelry Designer

Marine Biologist to Jewelry Designer

I have always been a maker. These days, I am lucky enough to call myself a “jewelry designer” even though I don’t really design in the traditional sense. I start...
March 29, 2018 — Erin Heydenreich