Whether decorating or looking for the perfect gift, you'll love our curated collection. Come for the cozy vibes, stay for the gorgeous finds. I’ve always had a compelling desire to do something bigger with my life. Becoming a mother of two boys at a young age, I had no choice other than to work two jobs, for our financial survival and to fulfill my need to be creative. After my boys were grown and I progressed in my professional career, I found myself less gratified by my career and felt the call to follow my heart. I started Monroe 816 in 2015, first as a blog site with decorating and
entertaining tips; then I quickly moved to selling restyled furniture at pop up events and flea markets. In May of 2017, after a huge nudge from GOD and the encouragement from my family, I walked away from my “big girl job” to shift all my focus on Monroe 816. In less than a year from the day I quit, I was running a boutique, added interior decorating services, workshops and DIY classes, and hand-crafted items from local makers. To say I did any of this fearlessly, would be a complete lie. Sometimes you have to push past the fear to make your dreams come true. At Monroe 816, we believe strongly in the words “live beautifully.” This means more than just putting beautiful furniture and décor in your home. Believe me, I come from, and still live in, a little fixer upper! But to “live beautifully” means being real, making your space comfortable on a budget, doing more of what you love and living a beautiful life by serving others. It’s an experience and a feeling. It’s a dream that has come to life. It’s a creative space. It’s a safe haven for all that life throws us. Thank you for joining me on this ride. I appreciate you more than you know! Live beautifully,
