I am happy to have Lindsey of Pen and Paper Patterns on the podcast! Lindsey is a talented pattern designer who shares how her career started and how she has grown and evolved as a business owner. Hear what has worked for her, what she has been intentional about and how things have unfolded since her start in 2016. This will be an insightful episode for new creative business owners and pattern designers a like! Join us on episode 130. Quilt Pattern Design with Lindsey of Pen and Paper Patterns T...
Oct 20, 2023•45 min
I recently hosted the first Quilterpreneur Retreat, with Liza Taylor, for my alumni. We held the retreat in beautiful Midway, Utah. Speakers from both inside and outside the quilting industry spoke and we were able to meet and network with many quilters in the industry. On the podcast, the retreat attendees share what they learned and their most favorite takeaways from the weekend retreat. Interacting with, getting to know and supporting those in your business community is so important! Hear all...
Oct 13, 2023•29 min•Season 2Ep. 129
Michelle Gifford is a branding marketing strategist specializing in social media and beyond. She runs a marketing agency that helps others utilize all the content available. Her focus is on strategy and creating content that will build your audience and make you more money. In episode 128: Instagram Called- Here's What They Said, Michelle shares tips and information she learned directly from Instagram that can help you see better success with your social media presence.
Sep 29, 2023•51 min•Season 2Ep. 128
Lyric Kinard is an award winning artist with a passion for sparking the creativity that she knows each of her students posses. In episode 127: Academy for Virtual Teaching with Lyric Kinard, she shares all about Global Quilt Connection and the Academy For Virtual Teaching. If you interested in teaching or are a teacher of any sort including in- person, online, a presenter etc, this episode is for you! Tune in to learn more about the acadeny for educators and see what resources are available for ...
Sep 22, 2023•49 min•Season 2Ep. 127
Textile Artist and Social Gatherer, Zak Foster, shares his perspective and story leaving his career as a highschool teacher to living his passion starting his own creative business. Feel his sincere love of the art and his passion for story telling and building community. Zak is the host of the Nook, a creative space for people to explore textiles and self-expression in a supportive community. He also enjoys using recycled materials in his quilts and story telling. Hear more in episode 126 of th...
Sep 15, 2023•48 min•Season 2Ep. 126
Alumni, Kiley Ferons, started her own modern quilting magazine with great success. On episode 125, Kiley shares about creating apps for her businesses: Modish Quilter Magazine and Kiley's Quilt Room. She will take you behind the scenes and share all the details involved in the process of app creation. If you are curious to find out if an app would be benificial to your business, or you haven't yet considered it, but are curious... this episode is for you! Kiley generously shares insight as she s...
Sep 08, 2023•58 min•Season 2Ep. 125
Did you know marketing can be fun? Not only that, but you can feel confident in what you offer. You can feel confident telling people, "This product isn't for you." Learn how to have more fun with your business. How to provide a better value to your customers and then SHARE what you offer in an effortless and fun way. Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER! Did you find this podcast helpful? Find more creative business takeaways, tutorials, courses, plus much more below. SHOW NOTES: https://quilterscandy...
Sep 01, 2023•42 min•Season 2Ep. 124
Published author, Wendy of The Weekend Quilter, shares her journey to becoming a quilting book author. From how she has gotten book deals to what that looks like for her business now, you'll want hear her story with all the juicy details! The tips and processes she shares on the podcast most definitely could apply to any entrepreneur that is interested in sharing their craft through publishing a book. Don't miss episode 123 of the Craft To Career Podcast! I am excited to have Wendy of The Weeken...
Aug 25, 2023•44 min•Season 2Ep. 123
Elizabeth Chappell and Shannon Boyer share what changes are taking place this year in The Quilt Pattern Writing Course and why. So what is The Quilt Pattern Writing Course all about? This course is for those who are serious about quilt pattern writing and selling patterns...for those who want to design without limits! In the course, you will learn how to use Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign, plus much, much more! Interested in Ghost Writing or Tech Writing? This will also be covered in this ...
Aug 18, 2023•47 min•Season 2Ep. 122
Creative course creator for female "solopreneurs", Emily Conners of The Creative Bodega, helps businesses connect and convert their audiences on social media. She is an insightful help for anyone who wants to excel and grow their online business. Join us on episode 121 as we delve into to how her business came to be, her advice and what she offers to other business owners looking to grow! Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER! Did you find this podcast helpful? Find more creative business takeaways, tut...
Aug 11, 2023•44 min•Season 2Ep. 121
I am excited to announce that Liza Taylor of Liza Taylor Handmade is taking over my Membership! Liza shares how this came to be and we talk the nitty gritty details about selling part of your business. Wondering how one goes about doing this? Tune in as we talk about the process and share behind the scenes. Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER! Did you find this podcast helpful? Find more creative business takeaways, tutorials, courses, plus much more below. SHOW NOTES: https://quilterscandy.com/podcas...
Aug 04, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 120
Changes In My Business... why am I making them and just exactly what will that look like? As you may know, I am a real proponent of narrow down your niche. I have also recently shared on the podcast (episode 99) about shifting priorities. Today, I will be chatting to you about what I have decided to do with my business. I have spent some time evaluating my goals and priorities and really determining how I am going to measure my success. The changes I will be making are exciting! I hope some of t...
Jul 28, 2023•28 min•Season 2Ep. 119
On episode 118, Prairie Quilt Co, Cottage Laine and Abby Maed, three of my Quilt Pattern Writing Course alumni, share their stories and business journey since completing the course. They each have unique skills and are talented business owners who offer tips they have learned along their way. You are sure to gain ideas and guidance for your own business as they each share their journey. I am thrilled to have these 3 quilterpreneurs share their journey with us on the Craft to Career Podcast! Turn...
Jul 21, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 118
Quilt Pattern Alumni Radha Weaver on Sustainability is one you wont want to miss! Radha is a textile pro, and quilt pattern designer based in San Francisco, California. She creates unique and modern patterns not only for your home but even your wardrobe! Radha has an incredible knowledge of fabrics, a sense of humor and amazing creativity. We talk about ethics, upcycling and sustainability and what she is doing in the quilt industry. She also shares what she offers and just what you can learn in...
Jul 14, 2023•41 min•Season 2Ep. 117
Memberships and Business From the Heart with Ledine of Sugar Stitches Quilt Co is sure to inspire! Ledine's goal in her business is to help you master quilting skills and techniques and make that journey as enjoyable as possible. Not only is Ledine a quilt pattern writer, she offers courses and a membership, plus more! She shares all that she has been doing with her business since finishing the Craft to Career course in 2021. Her success and advice will inspire those new quilterprenuers as well ...
Jul 07, 2023•54 min•Season 2Ep. 116
From Blogging to YouTube, how Sherri McConnell Grew Her Quilting Business. Sherri shares her journey from blogging to a successful quilting business. Hear her advice and ideas that will help your ceative business to thrive. Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER! Did you find this podcast helpful? Find more creative business takeaways, tutorials, courses, plus much more below. SHOW NOTES: https://quilterscandy.com/podcast/ QUILTERS CANDY WEBSITE: https://quilterscandy.com/ INSTAGRAM: Craft to Career Podc...
Jun 30, 2023•42 min•Season 2Ep. 115
Retiring Her Husband and Moving to Portugal with Erin Kendal. Erin, a surface pattern designer and successful entrepreneur, Erin shares how her life has changed since opening her business. She shares how she came from the corporate world into creative business, what that looks like now, and what she sees in her future. This will be a motivational podcast for sure! I am excited to have Erin on to talk about how she became so successful that she retired her husband and moved to Portugal! Turn your...
Jun 23, 2023•49 min•Season 2Ep. 114
These things may be getting in the way of your success... and you might not even realize it! Sometimes we are blind to the things that hinder us. However, these 7 things that Elizabeth Chappell shares in this episode just may hellp you recognize what is keeping you from seeing more success in your business. Episode 113 - 7 Reasons Your Business Isn't Succeeding with Elizabeth Chappell of Quilters Candy. Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER! Did you find this podcast helpful? Find more creative business...
Jun 16, 2023•30 min•Season 2Ep. 113
Mental Clarity in Life and Business with Dara Tomasson. Dara works with quilters as a life coach. She helps clients with weightloss as well as assisting them in developing a healthy mindset to improve and move past the ruts in the road. Dana really wants to help her clients to learn to love themselves, stop self shaming and gain confidence. Aside from being a life coach, Dara has worked as a business coach for long arm quilters and has published several books. I am really excited to have Dara To...
Jun 09, 2023•59 min•Season 2Ep. 112
Elizabeth Chappell talks about simplicity and how less really gets you more in business. She walks through three areas where you can really simplify your business aproach. As you nail down your why, work on your wording and your marketing approach, your success will go up! When you follow the guidance in this podcast... that weight of overwhelm will fall off your shoulders. Simplify and make sure you offer value to your customers and you will experience more freedom and joy in your business. Tur...
Jun 02, 2023•26 min•Season 2Ep. 111
How YouTube can Grow Your Business with Emma of The 7t7 Club. Emma tells her story and all about growing her business on YouTube. She shares just how she has increased her audience and her community and how you too can successfully use this platform as a creative. Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER! Did you find this podcast helpful? Find more creative business takeaways, tutorials, courses, plus much more below. SHOW NOTES: https://quilterscandy.com/podcast/ QUILTERS CANDY WEBSITE: https://quiltersc...
May 26, 2023•41 min•Season 2Ep. 110
A brand new platform that could revolutionize business for quilters! I dive in with Carly, General Manager of Arts and Handmade, who shares all about Whatnot and how their platform could be a great place to sell patterns, fabric, notions and more. As we go over what it is and how it could help your business, your wheels will turn and you will become excited about this opportunity to enhance your business and gain community and connections. This platform could really be a game changer for the qui...
May 19, 2023•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 109
How do you add value to your customers by raising your prices? There is more to it than just charging more. You provide a better service to your customers when you earn a profit and are able to invest in systems that create more efficiency, allow you to hire knowledgable people, scale your business and improve your product. You provide the best value and can charge what you're worth. I share what I have learned from spending several years studying business and will dive into this topic of Adding...
May 12, 2023•32 min•Season 2Ep. 108
It's Okay To Quit with Elizabeth Chappell of Quilters Candy explains why you may want to quit and why it is okay! We are all just trying to figure out the next step through our life journey, including our business venture. If you love what you're doing right now- wonderful! But... if you aren't finding the joy, you CAN do something else, without shame. Join us on episode 107 to find out more about this topic. Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER! Did you find this podcast helpful? Find more creative bu...
May 05, 2023•25 min•Season 2Ep. 107
Pinterest marketing expert, Kate Ahl, helps others intergrate Pinterest into their business without the overwhelm. In today's episode, Pinterest For Your Business, Kate shares helpful advice and guidance on how you can use Pinterest to help you market and grow your business. I am excited to have Kate of Simple Pin Media Marketing on the Craft to Career Podcast! Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER! Did you find this podcast helpful? Find more creative business takeaways, tutorials, courses, plus much m...
Apr 28, 2023•36 min•Season 2Ep. 106
Online Courses and EBooks with Molly M Keyser. Molly is a savvy business woman with a wealth of knowledge. In this episode, she shares tips and advice about online courses, ebooks, and other digital products and marketing strategies. Molly is an expert in helping others turn their skills and passions into their own profitable business. See how she can help you and your business! Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER! Did you find this podcast helpful? Find more creative business takeaways, tutorials, co...
Apr 21, 2023•56 min•Season 2Ep. 105
Hosting a Collaboration with Cindy Hilfiger. Recently, Cindy participated in a collabortion with other Quilt Pattern Writing Course alumni. She shares what this collaboration looked like, what she learned from it and what success has come from participating in it. Don't miss this episode as it will be helpful for you to implement into your business strategies. Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER! Did you find this podcast helpful? Find more creative business takeaways, tutorials, courses, plus much mo...
Apr 14, 2023•32 min•Season 2Ep. 104
Taylor Ann Macey is an autoimmune health coach who helps people improve their health both mentally and physically. She shares insightful and tangable things that you can do to increase your energy, mental state and well being. Taylor also talks specifically about being an entrepraneuer who struggles with chronic illness. You won't want to miss episode 103! I am so excited to Taylor as a guest on the podcast! Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER! Did you find this podcast helpful? Find more creative bus...
Apr 07, 2023•41 min•Season 2Ep. 103
Verna of The Vintage Spool shares her experience and history in the quilting world. She has unique business ideas and creative ways that have brought success in her business in both hosting retreats and teaching. She is talented, sincere and has a gift for connecting with people. You won't want to miss her journey and the advice she offers as she opens up and shares about her story. Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER! Did you find this podcast helpful? Find more creative business takeaways, tutorials...
Mar 31, 2023•56 min•Season 2Ep. 102
Maude of The Retro Quilter shares her creative journey from discovering quilting to becoming a pattern designer. For those who are turning their craft into a career, Maudes fun personality, inspirational story and helpful advice will capture your attention and help you gain courage to reach for your dreams. Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER! Did you find this podcast helpful? Find more creative business takeaways, tutorials, courses, plus much more below. SHOW NOTES: https://quilterscandy.com/podcas...
Mar 24, 2023•47 min•Season 2Ep. 101
