Inside the Fabric Shop: Jenny Stitches on Sewing and Becoming a Creative Entrepreneur
*Trigger warning - Please note that this episode discusses baby loss, listen at your own discretion and please skip ahead if you need to.
In this episode, Jenny Fazackerley of "Jenny Stitches" shares her journey from accountant to successful fabric shop owner and sewing studio founder in Cumbria.
She talks about starting a sewing business, navigating the challenges of creative entrepreneurship, and building a thriving sewing community.
Tune in for practical tips, small business insights, and plenty of sewing inspiration.
Key Takeaways:
- Jenny grew up around sewing, so has been creative from a young age.
- She practiced as an accountant and then took a career break following the tragic loss of her baby daughter.
- During this time, Jenny decided to open a fabric shop following the closure of her local fabric shop.
- Jenny Stitches was born and has evolved from a market stall to a bricks and mortar store.
- Jenny discusses the highs and lows of small business life.
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Guest Details:
Instagram: @jennystitchesfabrics
Facebook: Jenny Stitches Fabrics
Website: www.jennystitches.co.uk
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Chapters
00:00 Trigger Warning and Introduction to Jenny Stitches
00:37 Jenny's Sewing Journey
03:44 Career Transition from Accounting to Sewing (Skip this part if you need to!)
07:26 The Challenges of Running a Business
11:05 The Importance of Community in Sewing
12:37 Overcoming Business Challenges
15:51 A Week in the Life of Jenny Stitches
19:05 Balancing Creativity and Business
20:51 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
23:25 Celebrating Success and Future Plans
26:15 The Creative Process Behind New Designs
28:35 Quickfire Questions and Personal Preferences
30:38 Outro - tip on Ko-fi
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