From Broken to Beautiful: The Story Behind Gracefully Me Creations

How Tamira Stokes Turns Pain into Purpose—One Rhinestone at a Time

Some businesses are born from a trend. Others, like Gracefully Me Creations, are born from transformation.

For founder Tamira Stokes, every rhinestone, glittered tumbler, and hand-beaded badge reel tells a story—not just of beauty, but of becoming. Her business started as therapy during one of the darkest seasons of her life. After surviving sexual abuse and enduring multiple pregnancy losses, Tamira found herself navigating depression, postpartum struggles, and a deep desire to reclaim her voice.

“Focusing on creating something beautiful helped me focus on something outside of pain,” she shared. “It became a way to heal.”

That healing became her mission—and eventually, her brand. Gracefully Me Creations is rooted in her motto: From Broken to Beautiful. Inspired by the Japanese art of kintsugi, where broken pottery is repaired with gold to highlight its cracks rather than hide them, Tamira designed her butterfly logo to symbolize that transformation. One wing is damaged—representing trauma and hardship—while the other shines with wholeness, hope, and strength.

Her products reflect that same duality: sparkling, joyful, bold—and made with grit, care, and hours of handwork. Her rhinestone tumblers, for example, can take up to 6 hours to create and cost up to $60 in materials alone—from premium rhinestones to high-end epoxy and glitter. These aren’t mass-produced drinkware—they’re handcrafted pieces of art that last.

✨ What You’ll Find in Her Collection:

• Rhinestone Tumblers – Carefully crafted, durable, and dazzling

• Custom Drinkware – Made to order with purpose and personality

• Beaded Badge Reels – A little sparkle for everyday wear

• Motivational Products – Coming soon: items that fund healing retreats for women

Tamira is currently based in Tupelo, Mississippi, and still sells primarily at in-person events—but she’s expanding her reach through online sales with Main Street Collective. Her goal? To connect with more customers who not only love handmade items—but understand the heart behind them.

She hopes to soon donate a portion of her motivational line’s proceeds to Seprea a nonprofit retreat for survivors of sexual abuse, helping more women move from surviving to thriving.

🛍 Shop Her Story:
🔗 Visit Gracefully Me Creations on Main Street Collective

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🦋 Beautiful things take time—thank you for supporting handmade healing.