Let’s Make HER-Story!

As women, we juggle so many roles and responsibilities. We’re daughters, moms, wives, sisters, friends, caretakers and so much more. We deserve to wear one-of-a-kind pieces that remind us of how much we have been through and experienced.

All About Jewelry, Work Life, Daily InspirationsKristin BurkemperJune 10, 2021Milwaukee, jewelry designer, hand stamped jewelry, bar necklace, initial necklace, name bar necklace, mom necklace, mother necklace, disc necklace, initial disc necklace, female entrepreneur, mompreneurComment

Celebrating Women Beyond International Women’s Day: The Abundance Mindset

We need reminders and positive messages about celebrating all that it means to be a woman and the importance of female encouragement beyond just one day per year.

Daily Inspirations, CommunityKristin BurkemperMarch 9, 2020jewelry, jewelry designer, milwaukee, milwaukee jewelry designer, female entrepreneur, Milwaukee, 2020, girl boss, galentine's day, female friendships, friendship, friends, things to do in milwaukeeComment

The Tale of An Introverted, Risk-Averse Entrepreneur: Yep - That’s Me!

Being an introvert and struggling with some social anxiety has sort of made me risk-averse at times. I know - hard to believe for a female entrepreneur! But, I have a hard time putting myself out there and being vulnerable, even when it comes to my business.

Daily Inspirations, CommunityKristin BurkemperFebruary 19, 2020jewelry, jewelry designer, milwaukee, milwaukee jewelry designer, female entrepreneur, Milwaukee, 2020, girl boss, galentine's day, female friendships, friendship, friends, things to do in milwaukee Comment

Life is Better with a Good Girlfriend by Your Side

As women, we have certain female connections that we may not have with our spouse or significant other. We can share things about our marriages, our bodies, our hopes and fears. Associating with other strong and caring women can make us stronger, better people.

Daily Inspirations, CommunityKristin BurkemperFebruary 6, 2020jewelry, jewelry designer, milwaukee, milwaukee jewelry designer, female entrepreneur, Milwaukee, 2020, girl boss, galentine's day, female friendships, friendship, friends, things to do in milwaukeeComment

Are You Looking to Turn Your Passion into Your Full-Time Gig? What You Should Know First:

So you’ve got a side hustle. Or maybe an idea for a side hustle? Maybe it’s simply a hobby that you are super passionate about. Whatever it is...is turning your passion into a full-time gig constantly on your mind?

Daily Inspirations, Work LifeKristin BurkemperJanuary 27, 2020jewelry, jewelry designer, milwaukee, milwaukee jewelry designer, entrepreneurship, female entrepreneur, mompreneur, Milwaukee, 2020, side hustle, hobby, girl bossComment

2020 We Are Coming for Ya'!

We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” — Winston Churchill

Daily Inspirations, Work Life, CommunityKristin BurkemperJanuary 13, 2020jewelry, jewelry designer, milwaukee, milwaukee jewelry designer, entrepreneurship, female entrepreneur, mompreneur, breast cancer awareness, ABCD, Milwaukee, giving back, 2020, intentions, resolutionsComment

My Ah-Ha Moment Inspired by Kendra Scott

You know, one of those moments when you decide or realize something, and it feels entirely right? Recently, I had this exact experience.

Daily Inspirations, Work Life, CommunityKristin BurkemperOctober 21, 2019jewelry, jewelry designer, milwaukee, milwaukee jewelry designer, entrepreneurship, female entrepreneur, mompreneur, breast cancer awareness, ABCD, Kendra Scott, Toya Washington, Milwaukee, giving back Comments

The September Effect: Why September is the New January

September is the perfect time to start fresh!

Real Talk: Tackling Chronic Pain, Anxiety and Weight Gain

Real Talk: Tackling Depression, Anxiety and Weight Gain

How to Keep Your “Cool” this Summer

Have you ever lost your temper so badly that you felt embarrassed after? I sure have!

Daily Inspirations, Community, Work LifeKristin BurkemperJuly 16, 2019jewelry, jewelry designer, milwaukee, milwaukee jewelry designer, layered, yoga, small business, entrepreneurship, female entrepreneur, mompreneur, how to survive summer with kids, how to survive summer with children Comment

The Tale of Bird’s Tail - What I’ve Learned Five Years In

The good, bad and the ugly of running Bird’s Tail….and a special birthday gift for YOU!

Daily Inspirations, Community, Work LifeKristin BurkemperJune 17, 2019jewelry, jewelry designer, milwaukee, milwaukee jewelry designer, layered, yoga, small business, five year mark, five years in business, anniversary, entrepreneurship, female entrepreneur, mompreneurComment

The Real Struggles of Being a Female Entrepreneur

When I first started Bird’s Tail, I had another woman say to me, “You know it’s really hard to stand out; you probably won’t make any money”. Wow, was that a kick in the face.

Daily Inspirations, Work Life, CommunityKristin BurkemperMarch 11, 2019jewelry, milwaukee, female entrepreneur, entrepreneurship, starting your own business, wp, women in business, women, mompreneurComment

Elizabeth Rees, from “Peel, Stick, Love” to Creating a Common, Creative Space for Milwaukee

Our Spotlight Sunday Series highlights women in our community who INSPIRE us and others. This month we are spotlighting Elizabeth Rees of Chasing Paper and Milwaukee’s Third Branch Creative Studio.

Community, Work Life, Daily InspirationsKristin BurkemperNovember 18, 2018Bird's Tail Designsmilwaukee, community, community over competition, work life, women in business, spotlight sunday, empowering, women, female entrepreneur, empowerment, chasing paper, third branch, Elizabeth Rees Comment

Sarah Kooiman, Owner and Co-Founder of MKE Moms Blog, Opens Up Candidly About the Struggles of Motherhood and Entrepreneurship

Our Spotlight Sunday Series highlights women in our community who INSPIRE us and others. This month we are spotlighting Sarah Kooiman, the owner and Co-Founder of MkeMB!

Community, Work Life, Daily InspirationsKristin BurkemperOctober 28, 2018Bird's Tail Designsmilwaukee, community, community over competition, work life, women in business, spotlight sunday, empowering, women, female entrepreneur, boudoir, photography, empowerment, brandingComment

In Our Spotlight: Suzy Weyenberg, Owner of Empower Yoga

Our Spotlight Sunday Series highlights women in our community who INSPIRE us and others. This month we are spotlighting Suzy Weyenberg, the owner of Empower Yoga!

Community, Work Life, Daily InspirationsKristin BurkemperSeptember 30, 2018Bird's Tail Designsmilwaukee, community, community over competition, work life, women in business, spotlight sunday, empowering, women, female entrepreneur, boudoir, photography, empowerment, brandingComment

Milwaukee's Boudoir and Branding Queen: Chrissy of Chrissy Rose Photography

Our Spotlight Sunday Series highlights women in our community who INSPIRE us and others. This month we are spotlighting Chrissy Kruger-Gruendyke from Chrissy Rose Photography!

Community, Work Life, Daily InspirationsKristin BurkemperSeptember 9, 2018Bird's Tail Designsmilwaukee, community, community over competition, work life, women in business, spotlight sunday, empowering, women, female entrepreneur, boudoir, photography, empowerment, brandingComment

Meet Jessica Bell: Mom, Entrepreneur, Inventor of Halo Vino

Our Spotlight Sunday Series highlights women in our community who INSPIRE us and others. This month we are spotlighting Jessica Bell, the creator of HaloVino!