Bella Derham - Brother Billy

"Brother Billy has been around for nearly 8 months, the inspiration was mainly from wanting some simple everyday jewellery that didn't break the bank. I design and sell sterling silver jewellery, the pieces are very dainty and simple which I love. I wear at least 4 rings every day of my own. I would have to say the Katie Necklace and the Kate Ring's are my favorite purely for the simplicity of them and how I can layer them with so many other brands for every day wear or for a special occasion."

Before starting Brother Billy and since finishing school, Bella has been working in hospitality at cafe's and bars. She now studies full time, "At the moment I'm still studying so I find it hard to find time to throw anything else into the works so I focus purely on Brother Billy and my studies."

"When I first came up with the idea of starting my own small business I was so excited!! I couldn't wait to be my own boss! I didn't really think about all the boring behind the scenes stuff that comes along with it but I wouldn't change it for the world!

I am so proud of myself and what I have achieved so far. Brother Billy is still a work in progress but thinking back to a year ago I'm so glad I had the balls to do something like this, it is such an eye opener and an exciting time for me."
When speaking of what Bella loves most about Brother Billy she shares, "I absolutely love the idea generation, starting off with a tiny idea at the back of my head and then bringing it to life. I am extremely passionate about what I do and the beautiful pieces I have designed. I have always had a passion for the little things in life. My designs are influenced by simplicity and the small things in life that put a smile on my face."

Bella runs Brother Billy independently and says that, "Sometimes it can be a little tricky being a one man show and trying to juggle my everyday life." She shares with aspiring business owners, "Do what you love and don't let anyone bring you down! The biggest highlight is being able to create something and share it with others. I would have to say that my greatest achievement yet is when Brooke Hogan wore some of my pieces for a photo shoot in Fashion Journal Magazine! My head nearly exploded with joy!"

Bella speaks passionately about supporting hand-made and independently owned businesses, as she knows personally how the support from a wider community is so greatly valued, "It is so important to support handmade and local businesses because your not giving back to a large corporation, you are helping individuals put food on their table or pay their bills! I love how someone can one day wake up with an idea and have the courage to start their own little brand or company it makes me so happy! There is a lot of time, effort and love that goes in to each handmade piece and we just want you to love them as much as we do!"

You can find all of Bella's designs at her online store and Instagram page:
https://instagram.com/mybrotherbilly
http://brotherbilly.bigcartel.com/