Brandy Jones shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Good morning Brandy, it’s such a great way to kick off the day – I think our readers will love hearing your stories, experiences and about how you think about life and work. Let’s jump right in? Have any recent moments made you laugh or feel proud?
Absolutely — recently I’ve had a few moments that made me both laugh and feel incredibly proud. I’ve been creating so much art lately, and there are times when I step back, look at what I’ve made, and start laughing because it hits me: “Wow… I’m actually an artist.”
It’s a mix of surprise, gratitude, and pride. I’m realizing more and more that this isn’t just something I do — it’s who I am. And embracing that has been one of the best feelings I’ve had in a long time.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Brandy Jones, and I’m the founder and creative force behind Rock & Yarn Artistry and Plush Beez. At my core, I’m a storyteller—one who uses texture, color, and imagination to bring narratives to life. What started as a personal creative outlet has evolved into a full artistic identity, and I’m proud to say that I’m finally embracing myself as an artist.
Rock & Yarn Artistry is my signature art brand where I merge yarn, stones, textiles, and mixed media to create dimensional pieces that celebrate culture, heritage, womanhood, and the emotional journeys we all experience. My work blends fine art with tactile craft, turning each piece into something you can feel as much as you see. What makes it special is that every design holds a story—whether it’s a moment in history, a scene from everyday life, or a tribute to the resilience and beauty of the human spirit.
Through Plush Beez, my infant and baby apparel brand, I focus on high-quality, meaningful onesies that celebrate tenderness, identity, and comfort. It’s rooted in the idea of “Care to the Child,” offering families both style and emotional connection in the smallest details.
Right now, I’m working on an expansive mixed-media series called “New York Meets New Orleans,” which bridges cultural rhythms, generational stories, and iconic cityscapes. It’s one of my most ambitious projects to date, combining everything I love—art, heritage, music, fashion, and narrative depth.
Above all, what I want people to know is that my work is driven by heart. I create from a place of authenticity, curiosity, and deep cultural pride. Whether it’s a piece of textured artwork hanging on a wall or a beautifully designed baby onesie, my goal is always the same: to make people feel something real.
Great, so let’s dive into your journey a bit more. What relationship most shaped how you see yourself?
The relationship that most shaped how I see myself is the one I’ve been building with myself. For a long time, I saw myself through the expectations, opinions, and roles others placed on me. But as I’ve grown—especially through my art and the process of creating—I’ve learned to reconnect with my own voice, my own vision, and my own worth.
It’s been an ongoing relationship of discovery, forgiveness, confidence, and courage. And the more I honor who I am becoming, the more clearly I see myself not just as a mother, entrepreneur, or creative—but as an artist, a storyteller, and a woman who is allowed to shine.
When did you stop hiding your pain and start using it as power?
I stopped hiding my pain and started using it as power the moment I realized that keeping it buried was costing me more than revealing it ever could. There came a point where pretending to be unhurt felt heavier than the truth itself. Through my art, I found a way to transform what once weighed me down into something that lifted me.
Every stitch, stone, and design became a release—a way of speaking without saying a word. Instead of being ashamed of what I carried, I learned to honor it. My pain became part of my story, my fuel, my texture. It helped me see my own strength, creativity, and resilience in a way I never had before.
That was the shift: when I stopped seeing my pain as something to hide, and started seeing it as proof of everything I’ve survived—and everything I’m becoming.
Sure, so let’s go deeper into your values and how you think. What’s a cultural value you protect at all costs?
A cultural value I protect at all costs is loyalty and dignity. To me, loyalty is the foundation of trust—whether it’s in family, friendships, business, or community. It means standing true to your word, showing up with consistency, and honoring the people who pour into you.
And dignity is just as important. It’s the way you carry yourself, the standards you uphold, and the respect you give and expect in return. Together, loyalty and dignity guide how I move, how I build relationships, and how I create. They keep me grounded in who I am and remind me to always choose integrity, no matter the situation.
Okay, so let’s keep going with one more question that means a lot to us: What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
I hope people say that I lived with intention, creativity, and love. That I didn’t just make art—I made people feel something. I hope they remember that I showed up for others with loyalty, dignity, and compassion, and that I used my gifts to uplift, inspire, and heal.
I want my story to be that I turned my pain into power, my imagination into purpose, and my challenges into chapters that helped someone else keep going. I hope they say I lived boldly, authentically, and fearlessly as the woman, mother, and artist I was meant to be—and that my light kept shining long after I was gone.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://rockandyarnartistry.com/
- Instagram: Buniquelycr8tive
