The history of ApollosJewelry dates back to November-ish 2020. In November 2020, I, Dennis Morris, first discovered what a "Spoon Ring" was. I was automatically attracted to the idea of turning vintage flatware into a beautiful piece of jewelry, so I decided I wanted to make them. I researched what tools were necessary to do the job right only to discover they were expensive and my 16 year old self couldn't afford them. I then did what my entrepreneurial spirit told me to do and worked hard at my job to save up the money to be able to start.
Fast Forward until January 2021, I had saved 80% of my income until I could finally afford to make the large investment. January 20, 2021 I purchased all of the tools necessary as well as my first set of flatware, that design became known as "Apollos First." After ordering the main tool needed I got an email informing me that the several hundred dollar machine was on back order. From that date until March 4th I continued to work hard at my job to be able to invest money into more flatware, shipping supplies, and other miscellaneous things needed in order to start. One day mid-february I was contemplating names when I decided to look at Greek Gods, shortly afterwards I came across Apollo and what he stood for. On that day ApollosJewelry was born.
March 4th 2021 I received the tool I had been waiting for, and made my first spoon ring. I also started my Instagram and TikTok that day to start building a following. March 7th I officially launched my website and got my first 3 orders. And ever since we have received 1400+ (over 2000 as of March 7th 2022) orders and received over 250 reviews almost all of which being 5 star.
That is the history of the very start of the brand that I own and love, ApollosJewelry. If you have any more questions or would like the history of what has happened and been accomplished from March 8, 2021 - today please comment and let me know. I wrote this article and will continue to periodically write articles so that as you look through the website you can get more information on what makes our brand unique and what makes us, well, us. Have a great day.
35 comments
Hello,
I came across one of your YouTube shorts and I really liked it so I watched the rest of your content and then came here. When will you re-stock on your other designs or get new ones, I would really like to order from you. Thank you. Also, pretty awesome what you’re doing and at such a young age. Congratulations, keep going 👍🏻
I stumbled across one of you shorts on YouTube and naturally wanted to check out your store and your beautiful rings, you obviously have an excellent eye when sourcing your vintage spoons. May I extend a heartfelt congratulations to you for the high level of passion, dedication and perseverance you have demonstrated in order to make your dream a reality, in particular your drive to keep moving forward even when you encountered significant obstacles is truly commendable. The polished website with its professional presentation and high quality photos really add to the whole experience and show how much this all means to you. I’m just a random stranger but feel it’s important to acknowledge such an impressive work ethic, drive and positive mindset when you come across it, especially at your young age.
Wishing you a successful and happy future as you explore and grow your wonderful set of talents and skills.
Dennis, I run across your video and watched it and Wow what your doing is awesome, you don’t see to many young men dig their feet in and work for the money to buy your machines and flatware to start their own business. I think it’s incredible and you will definitely make it. You do amazing work and it’s beautiful. Keep it up son. You got this. Continued success. Lisa Reynolds
I have a few vintage spoons that mean so much because I got them from my grandmother. Any chance of you using them to make a ring? If so would you forward me the cost? Your work is beautiful and it is so awesome to hear that you turned your dream into your own business!
Hey , I saw your tik tok commercial last night and I decided to check u out today. I love to make spoon rings and have myself for a while but I couldn’t get them bent properly or without a lot of dents in them . So I’m glad to see the tools u use that I need to invest in. I also would make necklaces out of forks prongs and earrings. And I would make bracelets out of knives. Super fun and easy. But I loved reading your story , I like that your website is so easy to purchase things. Thank u so much , have a great day.