story by Jordan Pupa
It is true that little minds have big ideas and entrepreneurship can start early on. For second grader Halle Belle McCutchen, it all started with a love for jewelry and beading, an activity she could partake in after school and on weekends. In August of 2018, Halle Belle started “Belles Beads” where she specializes in the design and creation of fashionable bracelets and necklaces, including custom pieces, that she can share with ladies and children.
Halle Belle’s specialty is creating bracelets that can be worn as a single or that can be stacked. Her newest collection, “Like Mama,” consists of custom-made bracelets for mothers and daughters, because what little one doesn’t want to be just “Like Mama?” Of course, Belles Beads wouldn’t be possible without supervision from Mom. Joanie McCutchen shares, “Halle Belle has always been crafty and has to keep her hands busy. Her love for beading and creating her own style of jewelry doesn’t come as a surprise, as she has always loved jewelry and marched to the beat of her own drum.”
The sky is the limit for Belles Beads, as she is just getting started. Halle Belle’s wheels are forever turning. “She is always eager to get home from school to see what new supplies the mail man has brought so she can create something new, but of course after homework and studies,” shares Joanie. “At the pace Halle Belle is going right now I don’t see her slowing down. Belles Beads has been a wonderful outlet for Halle Belle and she plans to continue as long as her little heart desires.”
To check out what Belles Beads has to offer or to make a purchase, visit @belles_beads on Facebook and Instagram. Belles Beads can also be purchased at Turner & Scoot, a women’s clothing boutique located at 208 N. Main Street in Bishopville.