The Unexpected Pivot to Becoming Venice Beach's Unapologetic Rainbow Dealer

I'm Kristen, the relentless force and slightly calloused hands behind Kristen's Catchers. If you're expecting a fairytale, you've come to the wrong place. This is a story of grit, unexpected twists, and finding beauty in the midst of life's chaos.

From Cannabis to Crystals: A Story of "F*ck It, Let's Try This"

For 19 years, I dominated the cannabis industry. Multiple businesses, podcasts, FM radio – I did it all. But after burning out for the fifth time (yes, fifth – overachiever here), I knew something had to give. Little did I know I'd trade in my cannabis leaves for crystal rainbows.

The Rainbow That Didn't Fix Everything (But Damn, It Helped)

November 2023 hit me like a freight train. Suddenly, I was crying. Every. Single. Day. Turns out, perimenopause is one hell of a ride. During this hormonal rollercoaster, I bought a sun catcher. Then another. And another. Before I knew it, I had 60 of these sparkly bastards turning my windows into a technicolor spectacle.

Accidental Entrepreneur: The "Hell Yes" Birth of Kristen's Catchers

In a moment of "what do I have to lose," I posted my growing collection on LinkedIn in March 2024. To my surprise, people were intrigued. That's when it hit me: if these prismatic little troublemakers could pull me out of my funk, maybe they could do the same for others. And just like that, Kristen's Catchers was born. Unconventional? Absolutely. Effective? You bet your ass.

More Than Sun Catchers: Pieces of "Life's Tough, But So Are We" Art

Each Kristen's Catcher is more than just a pretty bauble. It's a piece of resilience art, crafted with the kind of intention that says, "Yeah, life's hard, but we're harder." Whether I'm making a custom piece or creating for my collection, every sun catcher carries a bit of "we've got this" energy.

Spreading Rainbows Like It's My Job (Because It Is Now)

They say be the change you want to see in the world. Well, I'm being the freaking rainbow factory. Here's how:

• Free Catchers for the Warriors: I send free sun catchers to people who are fighting their own battles. Because sometimes, you need a physical reminder that light can break through anything.
• Blood Drives with Sparkle: For my 40th birthday, I hosted a blood drive and gave a free sun catcher to every donor. 40 people showed up! Did I mention I have thing for getting people to donate blood? This is how I keep going despite my cynicism. Blood donors are the best people!
• Custom Creations: I've made hundreds of custom sun catchers. Each one is as unique as the story of the person it's made for. No mass-produced BS here.

The Future is Bright (Whether We Like It or Not)

I'm not here to blow sunshine up your skirt, but I am working on creating a fund where people can donate to send free catchers to those in need. And you bet your bottom dollar I'll be hosting more blood drives. Because saving lives while spreading sparkle? That's my kind of multitasking.

Join the Rainbow Revolution (Resistance is Futile)

Ready to add some badass sparkle to your life or someone else's? Here's how you can be part of the Kristen's Catchers revolution:

• Find Your Power Prism: Browse our collections. Find the sun catcher that speaks to your soul (or at least your sense of decor).
• Spread the Light, Spread the Fight: Gift a sun catcher to someone who's battling their own storms. It's like sending a rainbow-powered hug.
• Share Your Story: Tell us how your Kristen's Catcher has impacted your world. The good, the bad, the sparkly – we want it all.

Remember, in a world that can often feel dark, be the one who hangs up rainbows and tells the darkness to kindly f*ck off. That's the Kristen's Catchers way.