Sep 30, 2021
There's so much to share after the retreat!
Here's a recap of what I'm talking about in this bonus episode:
Sep 23, 2021
In our last Shopkeeper Story of 2021, we’re chatting with Lisa of Bridenbaker Designs. Lisa never expected to be a full-time artist and shop owner—she originally got her degree in law enforcement! As part of her degree, she took a few art therapy electives that got her hooked on creating.
Mixing natural materials...
Sep 16, 2021
This week’s Shopkeeper Story comes from someone near and dear to my heart: my best friend of 30 years, Katsie!
Katsie never considered herself a maker. But when her boss wanted custom-etched glasses for the company’s holiday party, she found herself learning a new skill. Now, Katsie regularly sells wholesale to...
Sep 9, 2021
When Rachel started painting during her infant son’s naptime, she was going through a minor identity crisis. She’d just transitioned from a 15-year career in retail management to a stay-at-home mom.
Rachel’s stolen moments of painting quickly bloomed into a successful art business. Now, she sells her art to...
Sep 2, 2021
We’ve already had two rounds of Shopkeeper Stories on the Savvy Shopkeeper podcast, but this round is a little different. In the next four episodes, I’ll be featuring incredible makers, shop owners, and e-commerce retailers who are members of the Shopkeepers Lab.
First up is Brittany, owner of Kalopsia Clay. As she...