TRUE NORTH BRAND SPOTLIGHT: MONIKA SUCCS
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NATURE MEETS NOSTALGIA: MEET MONIKA SUCCS
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If you love art that tells a story — or jewellery that holds deep personal meaning — you’ll want to get to know Monika Succs, a one-woman resin studio based in Port Alberni, British Columbia.
From whimsical nature-inspired pendants to heartfelt memorial pieces, Monika’s handmade resin creations feel like tiny wearable worlds — filled with florals, fungi, and sometimes even the most meaningful moments of a person’s life.
One Maker, Many Stories
Monika has been creating for as long as she can remember. From drawing and knitting to jewellery-making and flower pressing, she’s always been drawn to the next creative spark. In 2021, she finally took the leap into resin art — and instantly fell in love with the medium.
Her homegrown business, Monika Succs, is rooted in nature and storytelling. Whether she’s preserving a wild mushroom from the island forest or honouring a loved one’s ashes in a custom pendant, no two pieces are alike. Every creation is personal — and made entirely by hand.
Oh, and in case you were wondering about the name? It started with her obsession with succulents — and just stuck.
Custom Pieces With Heart
Monika’s pieces aren’t just pretty — they’re deeply meaningful. In addition to her ready-to-shop collection, she offers one-of-a-kind custom work that allows her clients to preserve some of life’s most intimate memories.
Some of her most cherished offerings include:
- Memorial Jewellery – Thoughtful pieces incorporating ashes of loved ones (pets or people) into custom pendants, keychains, or rings
- Breast Milk Jewellery – Created in honour of motherhood, and inspired by a friend’s breast cancer journey
- Nature Preserved Designs – Featuring real mushrooms, florals, moss, and more — all collected and pressed by Monika herself
Each creation is made using UV resin or epoxy, and Monika works closely with clients to choose colours, shapes, and styles that reflect their story.
Why Shopping This Canadian Brand Matters
When you support a maker like Monika, you’re not just buying a product — you’re supporting a local artist who puts love, time, and intention into every single piece!
That means your purchase helps:
• Support a woman-owned small business in British Columbia
• Keep craftsmanship and creativity alive in Canada
• Celebrate handmade, one-of-a-kind artistry
• Preserve memories in a meaningful, tangible way
Monika handles every part of the process herself — from gathering and preserving the natural elements to pouring, finishing, packaging, and connecting with her clients.
It’s slow art. Thoughtful art. The kind we need more of.
Where to Buy
You can shop Monika’s work and request custom orders directly at monikasuccs.com, or follow her on Instagram and Facebook to see her latest pieces and behind-the-scenes process.
She ships across Canada and takes custom requests via her website or socials. If you have a story you’d like to preserve — she’s ready to help you bring it to life. 🌺❤️
