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Walking with Grace: Toadfish
Did you know South Carolina has a critical shortage of oyster shells? Americans consume an estimated 2.5 billion oysters each year, but only a fraction of that shell returns to our coastlines.
Toadfish is a conscientious South Carolina lifestyle brand that celebrates all the finer aspects of Lowcountry living. Through Toadfish's Put 'Em Back oyster recycling movement, they have been able to plant more than 150,342 square feet of oyster beds.
14 Incredible Environmental Non-profit Organizations in Charleston, SC
Every day is Earth Day at Grit & Grace Studio! We have collected more than 700 gallons of oyster shells from Charleston restaurants for integration into SCDNR's oyster recycling program since January of this year.
We're so proud of our team of oyster recycling advocates, and we also realize how much work there is to be done. With Earth Day on the horizon, we want to spotlight some of Charleston's incredible non-profit organizations and the work they do daily to help save our seas and protect Mother Earth.
32 Awesome Things to Do in Charleston, SC
Travel + Leisure ranked Charleston as one of the best cities to visit in the US for a reason. Our sweet city is full of incredible restaurants, historic sites, museums, shopping, water sports, and adorable accommodations (like the Grit & Grace Cottage, hint hint!)
With so much to do in Charleston, planning your dream vacation (or weekend off) can be a bit intimidating! Here’s our master list of our favorite activities, Charleston attractions, and things to do around the Lowcountry.
Best Restaurants in Charleston: The Foodie’s Guide to Cannonborough
Charleston is basically Disney World for foodies. Chic eateries, hidden gems, and cozy coffee shops line our picturesque cobblestone streets.
We could write an entire book on all our favorite restaurants in Charleston, but today we're taking a moment for a neighborhood that's so dear to our hearts: Cannonborough. Cannonborough is not only home to the Grit & Grace Cottage, it's chock full of charming watering holes, enticing grab-and-gos, and elegant fine dining establishments. Grab your fork, friends, and let’s dig in.
Walking with Grace: Randi Weinstein
Michelle Obama once said, “There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish.”
Randi Weinstein inspires us daily with her strong feminist words, but Randi also walks the walk. This powerhouse lady is the founder of FAB, a series of educational and inspirational workshops created by women for women in the hospitality industry.
During FAB, some of the greatest forces in the hospitality industry come together for an honest, compassionate, and unfiltered meeting of the minds.
Introducing the Cutest Charleston Airbnb: The Grit & Grace Cottage
Home is where the heart is, and we’ve poured ours into every detail of Charleston’s newest Airbnb, the Grit & Grace Cottage.
We designed our sweet cottage to feel like a home away from home: a soothing, peaceful oasis amidst the excitement and bustle of downtown Charleston, SC.
Book your stay today. It is our honor to welcome you into our home.
18 Best Charleston Beach Wedding Venues
If you're anything like our family of beach babes, you can't imagine anything as romantic as having your big day against an epic backdrop of surf and sand.
Where's a bride to start? The Holy City is awash in stunning wedding venues, but Google has nothing on insider knowledge. Today, we're diving into all the ins and outs of our favorite Charleston beach wedding venues, and there's something for even the choosiest bride-to-be on our comprehensive list.
Walking with Grace: Daniella Motley
Ralph Waldo Emerson once wrote, “The earth laughs in flowers.” We wholeheartedly agree, and no one makes us smile like our friend Daniella Motley. Dani is the brilliant mind behind Salt + Stem, Charleston’s wandering flower truck.
Salt + Stem fills our studio with vibrant blooms and our hearts with joy. We're so grateful to Dani for joining us for this Walking with Grace profile. Pour some tea, kick off your shoes, and join us in wandering among the flowers.
16 Elegant Beach Wedding Ideas
Is anything as romantic as a walk on the beach, especially when that walk is to the altar to start your life with your soulmate?
We've compiled the ultimate list of sophisticated, breathtaking beach wedding ideas to ensure your big day is elegant and unforgettable.
Pop some champagne and fire up your Pinterest board, ladies, and let the wedding planning begin!
Grit & Grace Studio 2020 Recap
It has been a busy year at Grit & Grace Studio. We are taking a moment to reflect (and burn some sage) as we sail into this new year.
Today we're sharing our blessings, joys, and triumphs with you: we could not have achieved these victories without your continued love and support of our small business.
Walking with Grace: Jessica Rueger
Jessica Rueger is a self-mastery coach and wedding officiant based in Charleston. She helps her clients break existing patterns and harness their potential, and Jessica is a regular in our Flagship store, leading team-building exercises with our crew.
As we approach a new year, a refreshed perspective, and better, brighter days ahead, we’ve interviewed Jessica in the next installment of our Walking with Grace series.
A Look Inside the Studio: Our Year in Review
Y’all, what a year. What a year filled with trials and triumphs, constant twists and turns, and incredible, unbelievable blessings.
Our hearts are full of gratitude for our amazing crew, our loyal customers, and our lovely wholesale patrons.
We could not have navigated these waters without you. In our gratitude, we welcome you behind the scenes, into the studio, and our hearts in this blog post. Happy Holidays.
Fabulous Secret Santa Gifts
Secret Santa parties are filled with laughter and cheer, but if the idea of gifting (or receiving) yet another pair of socks gives you resting Grinch face, never fear: we have plenty of gorgeous, desirable presents your loved ones will be excited to receive... and that won't break the bank.
Each of these gorgeous, affordable Secret Santa gifts under $30 is either handmade right here in our Charleston studio by our team of 15 artisans or lovingly crafted by a fellow small business.
12 Days of Christmas Shopping
The holiday season's hustle and bustle always seem to sneak up on us all, and we realize that a lengthy shopping list can leave you precious little time for trimming the tree and decking the halls with your loved ones.
To keep your spirits merry and bright, we've put together an epic 12 Days of Christmas post that's filled with one-stop shopping ideas for the twelve people you likely have on your list this year, along with a discount code!
Christmas Songs: Best Christmas Playlist Ever
If you hear singing wafting down the stairwell and out onto King Street, it’s probably coming from Grit & Grace. Music is one of our biggest sources of inspiration in the studio: it calms us, it motivates, and most of all, it brings us together.
As we move into the holidays this week, we've decided to share our epic Christmas playlist to bring us together and spread cheer.
Christmas Gifts for Her
We firmly believe the best part of the holidays is actually the gift-giving instead of receiving.
It’s easy to get your tinsel in a tangle while on the hunt for the perfect gift for the ladies in your life, so the Grit & Grace crew has compiled an incredible list of handcrafted gifts from some of our favorite small businesses.
Introducing the Mala Workshop
We are incredibly excited to share our newest endeavor with you all: the Mala Workshop.
Our best-selling Mala Necklaces are a team favorite because of their distinctive beauty, but also because we love the process of creating these intentional pieces.
The Mala Workshop centers around the meditative, intentional process of creating these works of art and the bonds of sisterhood and family. We look forward to you joining us!
Walking with Grace: Natalie Taylor
Bob Dylan once said, “The highest purpose of art is to inspire.”
This quote serves as a mantra for us and is a key part of the Grit & Grace manifesto. We are blessed to be surrounded by artists who inspire us daily, and Charleston artist Natalie Taylor is one of our great rays of sunshine.
Her ethereal murals and moving portraits are a mirror of the graceful and powerful woman behind the paintbrush. We are so honored to feature Natalie Taylor in today’s Walking with Grace interview.
Gratitude and Grace
Gratitude is an essential part of focusing our intentions at Grit & Grace Studio, and we have so much to be grateful for, both as a design house and as individuals.
As we open our hearts and prepare to share the Grit & Grace Mala Workshops with you, we want to offer up our gratitude and blessings for the rainbows and silver linings of 2020.
The World Is Your Oyster: Best Lowcountry Jewelry Pairings
While you transition to your fall wardrobe (with holiday festivities and Christmas shopping just around the corner), we’re sharing some of our staff mix and match pairings to keep you inspired and feeling yourself.
We’ve just added a plethora of beautiful, beloved new products, such as our Kiawah and Seabrook Earrings, the Ocean Earrings Collection, and the Odyssey Charm Bracelet, so there is plenty to choose from, whether you're curating your own look or getting a head start on all your holiday gift-giving.
We hope you enjoy our selections and find the pairing that best sings your song. After all, the world is your oyster!