Hello! I am Amber Celeste, the creative mind behind Black Bear Boutique. Born and raised in Ohio, however my roots are buried deep in the Appalachian Mountains. With a passion for all things Smoky Mountains and Black Bears, I have carved out a niche in the world of embroidery.

My journey in this world has been marked by pivotal moments. Beginning at 18 when I joined the U.S. Army, a brief tour in Afghanistan, becoming a mother, careers in law enforcement, nursing and accounting. Each experience has shaped me as a person and my path in this life.

In 2016, I founded a small business specializing in sublimated designs, clothing, and accessories. As well as polymer clay jewelry and cross-stitched portraits. However, in 2022, I chose to disband that business to focus on family commitments, work and enjoying life one day at a time. 2022 and 2023 were filled with a normal day job, time spent with family, traveling for baseball, and letting my hair blow in the wind of the back of a Harley.

In August of 2023, I began machine embroidering again, just for fun, making various items for my loved ones. With each item made, owning and running my own embroidery business began crossing my mind. By February 2024, I had my mind made up and Black Bear Boutique was becoming reality. In April, I was up and running, full of ideas and orders to fulfill. Here we are in July and it is now time go live with this venture. I am dedicated to growing BBB and creating another successful business. Looking ahead, I am excited to explore new opportunities and expand my reach in the world of embroidery. In all aspects of life, I live by the motto "Dream big and make it real". This mantra embodies my belief in the power of vision and perseverance guiding me towards achieving my goals and crafting a life filled with passion and purpose.