Today, we celebrate both Women's History Month and International Women's Day. We use this time to reflect and dedicate all the women who take art, and in this case, beading, to a whole new level. If it weren't for the women trailblazers that have made herstory, Unicorne Beads would not be where it is today. In fact, it wouldn't even exist. In this blog, we will explore more on the color purple, showcase designs made by YOU, and how you can honor the women you love through beads.
Why Purple? International Women's Day Signature Color
Ever since International Women's Day emerged in the early 1900s, so have the traditions. With that came the color purple. Purple symbolizes justice, dignity, and loyalty.
Yes, purple is the signature color, but colors green and white also symbolize this historical day. Green represents hope, while white represents purity. These three colors originated from the WSPU in 1908.
Honoring Women Trailblazers: Crafting With Purpose
Spreading The Love
Crafting for yourself is of much importance, but doing it for others has a lot of important, positive layers. Whether it's your mother, sister, daughter, or bestie, try making a piece of jewelry suited for her. Take into account their favorite colors, what they like, and who they are as a person. Unicorne Beads provides a variety of colors and shapes for you to choose from!
Using the Signature Colors
As previously mentioned, colors purple, green, and white are very important to this historical day. When it comes to crafting, try to incorporate this color palette. Whether it's a pair of earrings, a bracelet, or a necklace, using these colors will help you celebrate International Women's Day wherever you go. For further inspiration, visit Unicorne Beads to find various shades of these colors.
Purple Beads • Green Beads • White Beads
Taking Inspiration
While some people see taking inspiration as "copying" or "unoriginal", it is important to note how healthy it is to get inspired by those who share similar interests to us. Beaders such as Joyce Scott and Teri Greeves are both prominent artists who take inspiration from those from the past, present, and future. Overall, drawing inspiration from women trailblazers is a great way to honor them.
Design Inspiration
On the topic of taking inspiration, here are some wonderful designs made with Unicorne Beads. Huge shoutout to Jamie North (1), Rita Ravin (2), and Erin Demotte (3). Click here for more of our customer designs.
Unicorne's Founder
Today, we honor the founder of Unicorne Beads, Lyta. Her hard work and dedication has inspired many other women to continue to go out there and make a difference. To the bead makers, business women, and artists – thank you. Continue to inspire with the desire to create. Happy International Women's Day!
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