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April 26, 2017

Rising Above Lyme | New Collaboration Line at Katya Valera

It's been a while since I've had big news to share about Katya Valera, and now for the first time, I have a collaboration to announce!

My dear fellow Lymie friend Kami Lingren of Living Grace created the phrase "Rising Above Lyme" last year and offered it on tshirts. Being the unpredictable creative that I am, the idea of making Rising Above Lyme jewelry lightning-striked through my brain one day, and I characteristically jumped right in and contacted her with my idea. She, thankfully, loved the idea, and thus began a good couple months of planning and work!

I ended up coming up with four necklace designs, each with their own customization options (expounded on below) and each also coming with an explanation of the RAL phrase, making them equally perfect to purchase for yourself or give as a gift.



Kami created the Rising Above Lyme phrase to inspire others on their own healing journey that their story doesn't have to center around a diagnosis.

"Rising Above" happens from our couches, our homes, and our interactions with others in that we simply say, "I will breathe in this moment. I will face another day. I will cherish this laughter, soak in that sunset, embrace another healing heart." For it's together, with linked arms, that we RISE.


Let's get to know each design!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/525955947/rising-above-lyme-necklace-lyme-disease?ref=shop_home_active_4

The large frame necklace has three pattern options (the middle is my favorite because it's juicy ... like a lime ... and while I do not love Lyme, I do love lime, so...). Kami designed each of them!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/525955947/rising-above-lyme-necklace-lyme-disease?ref=shop_home_active_4

You have your choice of either a silver or bronze frame on chain or a soft green cord. Plus, you can choose the length, so you're covered whether you prefer short or long necklaces.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/525955947/rising-above-lyme-necklace-lyme-disease?ref=shop_home_active_4

There's also a teeny-tiny version!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/526132917/lyme-disease-necklace-rising-above-lyme?ref=shop_home_active_3

The options are the same for this one, and it is offered at either 16" or 18". Of course if you'd prefer a different length, I can happily accommodate that on request.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/526132917/lyme-disease-necklace-rising-above-lyme?ref=shop_home_active_3

https://www.etsy.com/listing/526132917/lyme-disease-necklace-rising-above-lyme?ref=shop_home_active_3

While the first two necklaces are more obvious designs, this necklace is a symbolic take on the phrase, which makes it extra suited for those who wish to show support for a loved one living with Lyme with a more understated style.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/512325752/lyme-disease-support-awareness-necklace?ref=shop_home_active_1

The necklace features a sterling bar atop a frosted lime green glass bead, and they hang from your choice of silver plated or sterling silver chain at the length that you choose.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/512325752/lyme-disease-support-awareness-necklace?ref=shop_home_active_1

And here's what it looks like on a real, live person ... that happens to be Kami herself! :)

http://livinggraceshop.bigcartel.com/product/rising-above-lyme-unisex-jersey-shirt

The fourth style is also very understated and elegant, making it extra versatile.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/512324210/lyme-disease-necklace-minimalist-silver?ref=shop_home_active_2

A vintage, lime wedge-style pendant is set in a silver frame that hangs from your choice of silver plated or sterling silver chain at the length that you choose. So dainty!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/512324210/lyme-disease-necklace-minimalist-silver?ref=shop_home_active_2

You can see all of the necklaces in my shop right here. Any of these necklaces would make a wonderful gift for anyone you know living with Lyme, made by two people who really get it. While Kami and I are both continuing to heal from Lyme, we will always remember the struggles of our hardest days and wish to help those who are similarly suffering.

To top off the excitement of this release, Kami and I are hosting an Instagram giveaway of the bar necklace and the winner's choice of a shirt from her brand new Living Grace shop! Be sure to check out her shop here for some awesome Rising Above Lyme shirts and tanks (plus another new design!), and be sure to enter the giveaway before it ends Friday night! 💚