Celebrating International Women’s Day with Tula Blue: A Milestone in Female Empowerment

Honoring Women’s Empowerment: Tula Blue’s First Store-in-a-Store

International Women’s Day is more than just a celebration—it’s a movement. At Tula Blue, we believe in uplifting and empowering women in business, and this year, we have something extra special to celebrate. We’re thrilled to announce our first-ever store-in-a-store on North Padre Island, housed inside another incredible woman-owned business—Beach’n Blooms.

Beach’n Blooms is the newest floral boutique on the island, owned and operated by Meagan Furrey, a longtime local with deep roots in the community. She has poured her passion into creating a beautiful floral and gift shop, and we are honored to be a part of it.

Joining us in this empowering space is another female-led brand, Gypsy Finns Texas, a coastal-inspired artisan business. Together, we’re building a hub of **women-run, adventure-ready brands that celebrate the spirit of independence and creativity.

Mark Your Calendars: Ribbon-Cutting on March 13th

We invite you to join us for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 13th, an event open to the public. This is an opportunity to shop small, support women-owned businesses, and be part of something truly special.

⏳ When: March 13th, 2025 | 5:30-7:30 PM (Ribbon Cutting at 6 PM)
📍 Where: Beach’n Blooms, North Padre Island
🎉 Why: Support women-owned businesses and celebrate female empowerment!

Tula Blue is owned and operated by passionate and creative women.

Tula Blue: A Women-Owned and Operated Brand

From the beginning, Tula Blue has been about more than just jewelry—it’s been about a movement of strength, adventure, and female empowerment. Founded and operated by women, our brand thrives on creativity, resilience, and community. Every piece of our hand-spun, waterproof jewelry represents the bold and adventurous women who wear it.

As a brand, we have always been committed to lifting up fellow female entrepreneurs, whether through collaborations, community events, or simply sharing their stories. The partnership with Beach’n Blooms and Gypsy Finns Texas is a natural extension of that mission, creating a space where local female artisans and business owners can thrive together.

Every piece of jewelry at Tula Blue is hand-made with care and attention.

Why Supporting Women-Owned Businesses Matters

Did you know that women-owned businesses account for nearly 40% of all U.S. businesses? Yet, they still face significant barriers, from funding gaps to visibility challenges. When you support female entrepreneurs, you help bridge the economic divide, create jobs, and inspire future generations of women to pursue their passions.

At Tula Blue, we firmly believe that when women support women, incredible things happen. That’s why this International Women’s Day, we encourage our community to shop small and celebrate the amazing women behind these brands. Whether you visit our new store inside Beach’n Blooms, purchase from a female artisan, or simply spread the word, your support makes a difference.

Tula Blue jewelry is made to last a lifetime.

Meet the Women Behind This Exciting Collaboration

Meagan Furrey – Founder of Beach’n Blooms

Meagan has been a familiar face on North Padre Island for years, bringing her love for real estate, small business, and community connections into her new shop. Beach’n Blooms is more than just a floral shop—it’s a space that embodies creativity, local charm, and connection.

Meagan’s mother was a florist when Meagan was younger and is now battling cancer. Meagan sees this venture as a way to honor her mother and take care of her. Her dedication to this space is both a tribute and a dream turned into reality.

Shawna McGrath Armendariz - Founder of Gypsy Finns Texas

Shawna started Gypsy Finns Texas as a stress outlet during her cancer treatment, and it has since grown into a thriving business. Gypsy Finns Texas is the third female-led business inside Beach’n Blooms, offering handmade, coastal-inspired resin artwork and designs.

Heather MacRae Stringer - Founder of Tula Blue

Tula Blue has always been about creating adventure-ready jewelry that lifts women up and reminds them that they can do anything. Heather has a strong belief that everything is better together, loves connecting with customers and other small businesses, and thrives on collaborating and lifting one another up—not just for International Women’s Day, but always. This partnership is the best representation of those values.

This collaboration is a true celebration of local women artisans coming together to create a destination for unique, high-quality, female and locally made goods. Heather’s vision for Tula Blue aligns perfectly with this collaboration, making this milestone an exciting next chapter for the brand.

Tula Blue is proud to support women as a completely women run small business.

It’s Also Employee Appreciation Day!

As we celebrate International Women’s Day, we also want to take a moment to recognize our incredible Tula Blue team. Every member of our all-women crew brings passion, creativity, and dedication to our brand. Today is a day to honor the hard work and heart behind everything we do.

To our customers—your support fuels our mission. To our team—your talent and resilience keep us going. To the fellow women entrepreneurs out there—keep dreaming big and making waves!

Looking Back: Tula Blue Featured in Forbes

Last year, Tula Blue was honored to be featured in Forbes, highlighting our journey as a women-owned and operated business. We’re proud of how far we’ve come, and this new chapter with Beach’n Blooms and Gypsy Finns Texas is just the beginning.

🔗 Read last year’s Forbes feature on Tula Blue here!

Join Us in Celebrating Women-Owned Businesses

This International Women’s Day, let’s celebrate the power of women entrepreneurs, artisans, and visionaries who make our communities brighter. We can’t wait to welcome you into our new space at Beach’n Blooms on March 13th!

🔹 Save the Date: March 13th, 2025 | 5:30-7:30 PM (Ribbon Cutting at 6 PM)
🔹 Location: Beach’n Blooms, North Padre Island
🔹 Support Women-Owned Businesses!