Craft To Career

Mindy Young, the creative mind behind Indy Bloom Designs, shares her inspirational journey from a watercolor artist to a successful entrepreneur. In this episode, Mindy reveals how she transformed her passion for art into a profitable business, creating stunning surface pattern designs that are now featured on products worldwide. If you've ever wondered how to turn your creative talent into a busi...

Building a strong brand isn't just about having great products—it's also about creating a visual identity that resonates with your audience. In this episode, website designer Leila Radar shares her expertise on how to effectively use colors, fonts, and design elements to strengthen your brand and attract your ideal customers. Leila discusses the key aspects of website design that can help grow you...

Doug Leko, a long-time quilter and self-published author, shares his wealth of experience on how to successfully self-publish books in the quilting world. From the early days of his quilting journey to now being a sought-after designer, Doug offers expert advice on navigating the world of self-publishing, including the steps, challenges, and rewards involved. Doug started designing quilt patterns...

What do you do when you are in a rut? Maybe you are feeling fatigued, have lost your motivation or are unsure if you have what it takes. Don't worry- it happens! In this episode, Elizabeth shares 7 ways that can help you refocus and find success in your life and in your business, so you can get back in the game! 

Mary Davis of Mary Go Rounds Quilts asks great questions about memberships, member engagement, growing your email list, etc on a Coaching Call with Elizabeth Chappell. If you are wondering what a coaching session is like, join in and learn with us on this week's Craft to Career Podcast.

On the podcast this week, How He Turned Quilting Into a Career with Giucy Giuce, Giuseppe shares his journey into the quilting world. Join in and hear his inspiring story and insights in the world of quilting and design! 

Wondering how your business can be better heard and seen? Maybe you have followers but are unsure how to attract buyers? On this episode, Use these Secrets from Business Coach Kim Jumenez, you'll hear insightful information you can implement to help your business grow! 

Best Tips for Business Success, with Elizabeth Chappell, will help you identify areas of your business that you can focus on to ensure you are maximizing your potential for growth and success. They may be more simple than you think! Be sure to listen to this weeks podcast- you won't want to miss these tips! 

Starting a new creative business and need some inspiration? Meet quilter, pattern designer and teacher- Emily of Homemade Emily Jane. Learn specific ways Emily has tailored her business to grow. 

Learn how Linli has had success in just a couple of years with her online fabric shop.  From selecting fabrics, how she got here, and even the inspiration for her store name, you will get tips that can help you with your own online shop selling fabric or anything else! 

Wondering about your finances?   How do you know what to pay for taxes?   What can you write off?   How do you keep track off your money and know how much you're making?   Guest Serena Shoup, a CPA who works with business owners, is here to answer all your questions.   Grab a pencil and paper to take notes, your finances are about to get in order!

Have you heard the word AFFILIATE and wonder what it is, and how you can become one?  In this episode, guest Carolina Moore shares different ways you can earn money by being an affiliate for brands you love.  Learn this easy way to bring in extra income. 

One of the best ways to bring a steady income is no secret. Look at Netflix, Apple Music, and SO MUCH MORE. Memberships are a great way to bring in a steady income, and on this episode, I will share how to start your own.

Are you thinking of hiring someone to help you with your business?  Do you wonder if it's the right time, or how to find someone? How do you train them, and figure out how to pay them? Hear how I have gone about this and get tips on how and when to hire help.

Are you ready to sell your product?  Want to know my timeline and tips for launching your product with success?  Learn what to do, when to do it, and a few tips to make your launch your most successful one yet!  

Join in on a coaching call with Jenni of Nollie + Bean, a creative quilter and pattern writer. Jenni reached out to Elizabeth, of Quilters Candy, after listening to several Craft to Career Podcasts. She wanted to share her success after implementing some of what she had learned. Elizabeth discusses with Jenni the details of what she discovered and how those things improved her business. She then t...

There comes a point for business owners when you not only want to get help to grow your business, but you NEED to get help.  Guest Abby Combs talks about what her company, E Studios Marketing offers for small businesses. Hand over your social media content to a specialist who can post your content and engage with your audience for you.  Free up time and mental space to focus on your product.  Abby...

Every business owner needs to know how to speak in front of people.  You might be doing a class, presentation, or even just an Instagram Live.  Either way, knowing how to capture your audience is key!  Learn from speaking coach Heather Sager on how to improve your public speaking.

Christopher went from working in NYC with the GAP to moving to Utah for Riley Blake Designs.  Learn how he went from being a quilting blogger on the side to making quilting his full time career.  

Recently Facebook and Instagram shut down for the day.  It got us thinking: How can we have a healthy business that doesn't depend on these platforms? There are some great ways to grow your audience and business without using social media.  I dive into that in this episode and share tangible things you can do to stop relying on social media for your business success.

Dr Brookfield gives seminars on the power of creativity.  Why do we need it, and more importantly, how do we tap into it?  If you are wanting to see more success with your business, you'll be surprised and delighted to learn how creativity can help! 

Most people think growth and success comes from a large following on social media. For a quilter, they think writing quilt patterns is the best way to get income. Surprise! There is a better way. Guest Shannon Brinkley shares all about it. 

Are you wondering how to start a business? If you're a brand new, starting from scratch entrepreneur, and wondering where to start... This podcast is for you! Join in on the podcast for helpful step by step information to get you started on the right track!  

On the podcast: Saying no- Why you need to and how to do it with Elizabeth Chappell. Learn the art of saying no and find out how liberating that can be! Saying no is not always easy, but it is necessary. Elizabeth shares the why and the how of saying no and how gaining confidence in this area will bring you more joy and further your business success. 

On the podcast this week, An Unexpected Career with Allie of Exhausted Octopus, we hear Allie's story of how posting a personal diary of her quilts on Instagram lead her right into a new career- which took her by complete surprise! Find out how you might also find inspiration for success, in unexpected ways, as you listen to this week's Craft to Career Podcast.