Beach Bird

05/14/2026

You can find me at Pirate Day in the Bay this weekend!

03/22/2026

This past weekend, I traveled three hours for a market that I had been really looking forward to. Between the $800 booth fee, food, gas, and hotel stay, it was already a big investment for my small business.
Unfortunately, a fire broke out, and the aftermath left my booth, and so many others, completely devastated.

Everything was covered in soot. My earring cards, tissue paper, and shopping bags are all unusable. My display stands are damaged, and I'm still trying to assess whether my earrings themselves can even be salvaged. Because of the materials l use, smoke and soot contamination may mean a total loss.

It's honestly heartbreaking. So much time, energy, and love goes into every piece and every setup, and to see it like this... it's hard to put into words.

At the end of this video, l've included a list of the other vendors who were affected. If you're able to support any of them, whether that's through a purchase, a share, or even just a follow, it would mean so much. Small businesses rely on community, and right now, a lot of us are really feeling that need.
It you'd like to support me directly, I've linked my Etsy shop where you can shop what inventory I still have available, or you can send support through Venmo. Please don't feel obligated! Sharing this post is just as meaningful and appreciated.

Thank you for being here, for caring, and for supporting handmade in all the ways that you do.

Venmo -
Etsy - beachbirdco.etsy.com

02/18/2026

Giveaway closed: Winner is Melanie Reilly 🎉Win a handcrafted earring bundle from Beach Bird including FIVE pairs of statement earrings (total retail value: $176) 🐚 🎉

Here’s how to enter:
1️⃣ Like this post
2️⃣ Tag a friend who loves statement earrings (each comment = 1 entry! Please comment separately)
3️⃣ Follow Gather Gulf Coast and Beach Bird on FB + IG ( + )
4️⃣ BONUS: Share to your Stories for 5 extra entries

Giveaway closes and winner will be announced Tuesday, February 17th at 7pm 📆

Prizes include:

🐚 Hand Sculpted Baroque Pearl Earrings
Organic, sculptural pearls with a coastal, elevated feel

🐟 Hand Sculpted Fish Earrings with Handmade Abalone Shells
Inspired by Gulf waters with rich texture and iridescent detail

🌸 Hand Painted Floral Earrings
Soft, wearable florals designed for everyday or special occasions

🎨 Monet-Inspired Statement Earrings
Painterly color palettes inspired by classic impressionist art

Founded by visual artist Amanda Bush, Beach Bird is inspired by life along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Drawing from the organic forms, textures, and colors of the coastal landscape, each pair of earrings is thoughtfully sculpted and hand painted, transforming wearable design into small works of art that can easily be worn for all occasions 🌊

Good luck ✨

10/16/2025

Tomorrow is the closing reception for Adorn! I hope to see you there! ✨

09/13/2025

Thanks to everyone who came out to the opening of Adorn! I’d you missed it, the exhibition is on view by appointment only now through October 16th. ✨

09/12/2025

The opening reception of Adorn is tonight from 5-7 pm at the Gail Keenan Art Center at Coast Episcopal School. It’s going to be a great show! I’m so grateful to be included with so many wonderful artists.

Amanda Bush came to play! She’s been busy recreating nature in her studio for you. Come see her beautiful offerings on Friday at 5:00 at the opening of ADORN 🐚⭐️