Youth Brand Directory
Zariyah’s A&J
Handmade bracelets, necklaces, friendship sets, and custom jewelry created to help customers add the perfect piece to every outfit.
Brand Story
Jewelry made to match every outfit, every moment, and every customer’s style.
Zariyah started her business in 2025 as part of YEI’s inaugural middle school Smart Hustle Jr. weekend program at the Made By Youth Studio. Through the program, she learned how to turn a creative idea into a real youth business.
Her business, Zariyah’s A&J, offers a variety of handmade bracelets and necklaces, including friendship sets. She started the business because she wanted people to have a piece of jewelry they could wear with every outfit.
Zariyah participated in her first pop-up shop this school year and has vended at several events. She is working to build enough product to vend consistently while also taking custom orders.
“I wanted people to wear a piece of jewelry with every outfit they wear.”
Products & Services
Handmade jewelry for friendship, style, gifts, and everyday wear.
Bracelets
Handmade bracelets designed for customers who want colorful, stylish, and wearable pieces to match their outfits.
Necklaces
Creative necklaces made for customers looking for unique accessories, gift options, and youth-made jewelry.
Friendship Sets
Matching jewelry sets made for friends, gifts, special moments, and customers who want something meaningful to share.
Custom Orders
Zariyah can create custom jewelry based on colors, styles, themes, and customer preferences.
Market Inventory
She is building enough product to participate in pop-up shops more consistently and serve more customers.
Jewelry Gifts
Bracelets, necklaces, and friendship sets can be purchased as thoughtful youth-made gifts for friends and family.
Founder Spotlight
Meet Zariyah.
Hello, my name is Zariyah, and my business name is Zariyah’s A&J. I sell a variety of bracelets and necklaces, including friendship sets.
I started my business in 2025 because I wanted people to wear a piece of jewelry with every outfit they wear.
Through YEI, I have been able to learn how to build my business, prepare for pop-ups, share my products with customers, and continue growing as a young entrepreneur.
YEI Pathway
From weekend studio sessions to pop-ups, travel, and business growth.
Started at the Studio
Zariyah launched her business through YEI’s inaugural middle school Smart Hustle Jr. weekend program at the Made By Youth Studio.
Built Zariyah’s A&J
She created a jewelry business focused on bracelets, necklaces, friendship sets, and custom accessories.
Vended at Pop-Ups
Zariyah participated in her first pop-up shop this school year and has vended at several events.
Continues This Summer
She is one of YEI’s summer MBSYEP continuing businesses and is working to grow her brand.
Smart Hustle Abroad
One of three middle school students selected for YEI’s inaugural Smart Hustle Abroad experience.
Zariyah was selected as one of three middle school students for YEI’s inaugural Smart Hustle Abroad program. Through the experience, she had the opportunity to participate in a global service project, market her business in multiple states, and expand her view of what entrepreneurship can become.
She also participated in college tours and explored potential locations where she could network, build relationships, and think about future opportunities to expand her business.
Jewelry. Confidence. Global vision. Built by youth.
What’s Next
Building inventory, taking custom orders, and preparing for consistent pop-ups.
Zariyah is focused on building enough inventory to participate in pop-up shops more consistently while continuing to take custom orders from customers.
Her next steps include creating more product, improving her display, taking strong product photos, preparing for more markets, and continuing to grow Zariyah’s A&J as a youth-owned jewelry brand.
Gallery
Product photos, pop-up moments, travel experiences, and brand growth.
Made By Youth Impact
Every purchase supports a young entrepreneur building confidence and opportunity.
Zariyah creates bracelets, necklaces, friendship sets, and custom pieces for customers.
She has vended at several events and is learning customer service, display, pricing, and sales.
Zariyah gained exposure through service, travel, college tours, networking, and business marketing experiences.
She is continuing through summer MBSYEP and working to build inventory for consistent pop-ups and custom orders.
Support Zariyah’s Brand
Shop handmade jewelry and support a young entrepreneur with a growing vision.
Support Zariyah’s A&J by shopping youth-made jewelry, placing a custom order, or inviting the brand to vend at a youth-friendly event.