Phi Mu Small Businesses

At Phi Mu, sisterhood extends beyond  collegiate years, fostering a lifelong bond that empowers and uplifts. We cherish the accomplishments and entrepreneurial spirit of our members. This website celebrates our incredible Phi Mu sisters who have turned their passions into thriving small businesses. Here, you’ll find a curated directory of Phi Mu-owned enterprises. Whether you’re looking for unique products, professional services or creative ventures, you’ll discover a diverse array of businesses proudly owned and operated by Phi Mu sisters.

As a reminder, you can always shop small and support Phi Mu with Carnation Collection. Sales provide support to Phi Mu National Headquarters and our membership across the country.

Here you can find a list of small businesses submitted by Phi Mus! Do you have a small business that you would like to be featured on our website? Email socialmedia@phimu.org.

Elyse Notarianni, American
Townie Creative

 

Cassandra McAllister Troian, Grand Valley State
My Flight Tours

Alexis Dahling, Wisconsin-River Falls
Forever Adored Boutique

Koren Acadia, Cincinnati
Acadia Design Co.

Art and Home

  • Artistique M
    • Offers original paintings and gift and home decor items that features Meghan’s artwork. Most recently, she was selected to join a curated art gallery show “Magical Garden Stroll” at the Margaret Lane Gallery in Hillsborough, NC.
    • Located in Apex, North Carolina
    • Meghan McCleery, UNC Wilmington
  • Ashley’s Garden
    • Ashely’s garden offers a sanctuary for plant enthusiasts of all kinds. Specializing in a diverse array of houseplants, succulents and garden supplies, knowledgeable staff are always on hand to provide expert advice and tips to help your greenery thrive.
    • Located in Senoia, Georgia
    • Ashley Brownlee, Georgia State
  • Brushed with Pixie Dust
    • Brushed with Pixie Dust sells painted wood door hangers, ornaments as well as resin keychains and ornaments.
    • Located in West Lafayette, Indiana
    • Jaimee Barr, Ball State
  • BWbethwalls
    • Wood, glass, fiber and metal art pieces and jewelry.
    • Located online and vendor boutiques.
    • Beth Walls, Baldwin Wallace University
  • Ink Line Color
    • Multi-media 2D watercolor artist & illustrator. Inspired by nature.
    • Located in Minneapolis, Minnesota
    • Beth Berzelius, Wisconsin-River Falls
  • KH Kreations
    • At KH Kreations we make tumblers, t shirts and so much more.
    • Located in Shreveport, Louisiana
    • Kayde Andrews, LSUS
  • KySawDustCreations
    • KySawDustCreations specializes in handcut wooden art. Emily became fascinated with woodworking after picking up a saw and now creates unique decor and art from various wood species.
    • Located online.
    • Emily Burrice, Hanover
  • SageStitchCo
    • Hand-embroidered art and goods with custom commissions available.
    • Located online via Etsy and website and at pop-ups.
    • Karaina Callahan,  High Point
    • LGBTQIA+ owned.
  • Southern HeArts
    • The art and soul of Southern HeArts is to share the love and special memories with those you love the most. As you receive your special piece of our pottery, always remember the loving hands that took a simple piece of clay and turned it into a beautiful and unique handmade piece to spread love and kindness.
    • Located in Iuka, Mississippi
    • Kirsti Lovelace, Southern Mississippi

Clothing and Accessories

  • Acadia Design Co.
    • Acadia Design Co. was started to bring awareness and to end the stigma of mental illness. The owner Koren Acadia has had a long journey struggling with mental health. She decided to turn her journey into a movement to help others know they are not alone.
    • Located in Cincinnati, Ohio
    • Koren Acadia, Cincinnati
  • Bayou Revival
    • Upcycled and thrifted goods. Focuses on repurposing and rehoming clothes and fabrics to reduce fashion pollution.
    • Located online.
    • Haleigh Crochet, Nicholls
    • LGBTQIA+ owned.
  • Beachside Llama
    • Sewing projects, zipper pouches, quilts, snack bags for kids and custom items (including Cricut products and potentially jewelry).
    • Located online.
    • Kate Planow, Hartford
  • Clay on the May
    • Handmade polymer clay earrings.
    • Located online through Instagram and Facebook and in-person at vendor markets near Hilton Head and Northern Virginia.
    • Abby Doyle, South Carolina Beaufort
  • Connie Craig-Carroll Jewelry
    • Design and manufacture of genuine gemstone jewelry.
    • Located online.
    • Connie Craig, Tennessee
  • Forever Adored Boutique
    • A women’s clothing boutique with a mission to help spread awareness to mental health, reaching all women to adore themselves and be confident in all outfits they wear.
    • Red Wing, Minnesota.
    • Alexis Dahling, Wisconsin-River Falls
  • Gule Usti Regalia and Goods
    • High-end Southwest jewelry and custom regalia for powwows and Indigenous people.
    • Located in Kansas and online.
    • Kari Nolan and Karstyn Nolan, Oklahoma
    • Family owned. Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) owned.
  • In Stitches by Shelly B
    • Handmade crochet wearables, stuffed animals, accessories and more.
    • Located online.
    • Shelly Bloom, Muhlenberg
  • KH Kreations
    • Custom apparel and hats.
    • Located online.
    • Kayde Andrews, LSUS
  • Mermaid & Me
    • Handmade beach inspired jewelry. Some pieces are made from seashells found on the beach that are then drilled & turned into jewelry.
    • Located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
    • Melissa Kolos, Florida State
  • Riley Rae Clay
    • Handmade jewelry made from polymer clay.
    • Online via Etsy and in-person markets.
    • Ashley Fruehauf, Grand Valley State University
  • The Volée
    • Volée is inspired by the Newport Beach coastline and the palm tree views from the courts. The love of the game and the love of life are a driving force behind our modern designs.
    • Located in Newport Beach, California
    • Ashley Rose, UGA

Creative Services

  • Creative Peacemeal Podcast
    • A creative arts interview-style podcast that promotes artists and inspires others to delve into their creative sides.
    • Available on streaming services.
    • Tammy Takaishi, Baker
    • Asian-American owned.
  • Jackie Kossoff Marketing & Design
    • Social media marketing and paid advertising services, specializing in Meta and LinkedIn.
    • Located online.
    • Jackie Kossoff, Evansville
  • Maddie Grace Photography and Designs
    • Madison creates things she enjoys and hopes others enjoy them as well, including photography and designs.
    • Located online.
    • Madison Smith, Evansville
  • Marla Manes Photography
    • Photographer specializing in adventure elopements in the great outdoors.
    • Located in Seattle, Washington
    • Marla Manes, Florida
  • Mind Dance Marketing
    • Mind Dance is a boutique marketing agency specializing in brand building, event marketing and mascot training.  With a specific focus on Owner/Operator franchisee marketing within the restaurant industry. Mind Dance is a team of award winners for creativity, leadership and corporate social governance. They are a strategic resource providing key talent and experienced expertise to support growth, develop marketing plans and executing vision.
    • Located in Houston, Texas
    • Tina Boaz-Murray, Houston Christian
  • The Red Checker
    • A boutique marketing agency serving the industrial and manufacturing sectors.
    • Located in Tulsa, Oklahoma
    • Amy Campbell, Oklahoma State
  • Social Bean Agency
    • Social Bean Agency offers all things social media marketing, from strategy consultations to full page management.
    • Located in Miami, Florida (but service everywhere/remotely)
    • Olivia Shears, FIU
  • Townie Creative
    • Townie Creative is a digital marketing agency that offers social media management, copywriting, email marketing, personal branding ghostwriting and design to help businesses organically build and connect with their communities online.
    • Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    • Elyse Notarianni, American

Food and Beverage

  • Harrigan’s Nuts
    • Cinnamon-glazed nuts made with authentic copper kettles from Germany.
    • Located in vendor markets, street fairs, street festivals and online orders.
    • Ellen Harrigan, LaSalle
    • Family owned.
  • The Midnight Sprinkles
    • Bakery.
    • Located in SW Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
    • Amanda Yeo-Arsenault, High Point
    • Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) owned.
  • Paella Perfecta
    • Paella Perfecta is a food truck & caterer specializing in authentic valenciano style paella.
    • Located in Harrisonburg, Virginia (serves the Shenandoah Valley & Piedmont of Virginia)
    • Margo Duarte McIntire, James Madison
  • That Rub
    • Seasoning blends and dry rubs.
    • Located online, vendor markets and local stores.
    • Abigail Cannon, Belmont
    • Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC)-owned.
  • Whipped Up Baked Goods
    • Home based bakery specializing in all types of baked goods.
    • Located in Atlanta, Georgia
    • Almaris San Jorge, FIU
  • 101 Crafthouse
    • Craft beer and food in a comfortable atmosphere.
    • Located in Richmond, Virginia
    • Dana Miles Bennett, William & Mary

Services

  • Colorful Concierge Travel
    • Travel planning services. Concierge-level travel planning for all destinations.
    • Located online.
    • Amy Pierce Harden, Ball State
  • Girly-Girl Parteas North Florida
    • Children’s event planning and character entertainment, with a charity branch for hospital visits.
    • Located in North Florida.
    • Jessica Salas, Florida
  • Happy Shoulders LLC
    • Ergonomic coaching and consulting for remote workers, small businesses and service industries.
    • Located online.
    • Katie Roberts, High Point
    • LGBTQIA+ owned.
  • KP Coaching
    • Coaching services for individuals feeling stuck or needing guidance in areas such as career, relationships, or personal growth. Specializes in helping people find direction and overcome challenges.
    • Located online.
    • Kate Planow, Hartford
  • My Flight Tours
    • My Flight Tours is a helicopter tour agency. They provide the ultimate helicopter tour experience. Showcasing the best views of cities, mountains and the beautiful bodies of water in Michigan, Tennessee and Wisconsin.
    • Located in Detroit, Michigan
    • Cassandra McAllister Troian, Grand Valley State
  • My Resume Lady
    • Resume writing, LinkedIn optimization and career consulting.
    • Located in Tulsa, Oklahoma
    • Amy Campbell, Oklahoma State
  • Rodrigues Sisters’ Balloons
    • Balloon décor for events, photo backdrops, DIY balloon kits and classes.
    • Located in Central Valley, California.
    • Mercedes Keath, Cal State, Fresno
    • Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) owned.
  • Sequins & Lipstick Paper Company
    • Personalized party supplies, including stationery and coordinating items for events.
    • Located online.
    • Tammy Walden, Valdosta
  • Skill Masters Market
    • At Skill Masters Market, we work with nonprofits to help them create the exact solutions they need to achieve their organization’s professional development goals.
    • Located in Chicago, Illinois
    • Heather Burright, Jacksonville State
  • Spectrum
    • Spectrum provides home and community-based Applied Behavioral Analysis and Speech Therapy services to children diagnosed with Autism and other behavioral and speech challenges.
    • Located in Severn, Maryland
    • Heather Hooper, UMBC
  • Wishah World Travel
    • International travel planning, booking and concierge services.
    • Located online.
    • Briana Lodick, High Point
  • 4 Ev’r Occasions
    • Event planning, decorating, luxury picnics and sleepovers.
    • Located in Santa Rosa County, Florida.
    • Victoria Wojtys, Southern Mississippi

Margo Duarte McIntire, James Madison
Paella Perfecta

 

Beth Berzelius, Wisconsin-River Falls
Ink Line Color

Melissa Kolos, Florida State
Mermaid & Me

Marla Manes, Florida
Marla Manes Photography