Craft to Career

44. Starting a Quilting Magazine: Kiley Ferons of Modish Quilter's Journey to Success


Listen Later

Kiley Ferons, the founder of Modish Quilter, shares her inspiring journey from taking Quilters Candy's Quilt Pattern Writing Course to launching her very own quilting magazine. In this episode, Kiley opens up about the creative process, challenges, and breakthroughs she experienced along the way as she turned her passion into a thriving business.

Kiley's new magazine is a fresh take on traditional quilting publications, offering something unique to quilters who crave inspiration and practical resources. Learn how she used the skills she gained in the Quilt Pattern Writing Course to propel her business forward and how she's carving out a space in the competitive quilting industry.

In this episode, you'll discover:

  • Kiley's entrepreneurial journey: How taking a course led her to start Modish Quilter magazine and the steps she took to turn her vision into a reality.
  • What makes her magazine different: The unique features of Kiley's publication that set it apart from traditional quilting magazines.
  • Overcoming the challenges of starting a new business: Kiley shares the lessons she learned while navigating the ups and downs of launching a new venture.
  • The importance of community and networking: How Kiley built her business by connecting with other quilters and tapping into the resources around her.
  • How the Quilt Pattern Writing Course helped: The skills Kiley gained from the course and how they played a pivotal role in her business success.

Whether you dream of starting a magazine, growing your creative business, or simply want to be inspired by Kiley's success, this episode is filled with valuable insights that will help you take your own business to the next level.

SHOW NOTES:

https://quilterscandy.com/category/podcast-episodes/

QUILTERS CANDY WEBSITE:

https://quilterscandy.com/

INSTAGRAM:

Craft to Career Podcast @crafttocareer

Quilters Candy @quilters_candy

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

Craft to CareerBy Elizabeth Chappell

  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9

4.9

323 ratings


More shows like Craft to Career

View all
Seamwork Radio: Sewing and Creativity by Seamwork

Seamwork Radio: Sewing and Creativity

727 Listeners

A Slob Comes Clean by Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean

A Slob Comes Clean

2,483 Listeners

Clutterbug - Real-Life Hacks and Tips to Declutter, Organize and Clean your Home Fast by Clutterbug

Clutterbug - Real-Life Hacks and Tips to Declutter, Organize and Clean your Home Fast

2,077 Listeners

The Lazy Genius Podcast by Kendra, The Lazy Genius

The Lazy Genius Podcast

6,653 Listeners

The Goal Digger Podcast | Top Business and Marketing Podcast for Creatives, Entrepreneurs, and Women in Business by Jenna Kutcher

The Goal Digger Podcast | Top Business and Marketing Podcast for Creatives, Entrepreneurs, and Women in Business

12,065 Listeners

Threads Magazine Podcast: "Sewing With Threads" by Threads Magazine

Threads Magazine Podcast: "Sewing With Threads"

258 Listeners

The Long Thread Podcast by Long Thread Media

The Long Thread Podcast

215 Listeners

A Quilting Life Podcast by Sherri McConnell & Chelsi Stratton

A Quilting Life Podcast

336 Listeners

Windowsill Chats by Margo Tantau

Windowsill Chats

343 Listeners

The Quilter on Fire Podcast by Brandy

The Quilter on Fire Podcast

216 Listeners

Check Your Thread: Sewing More Sustainably by Zoe Edwards

Check Your Thread: Sewing More Sustainably

99 Listeners

How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy by Lizzie Smiley

How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy

321 Listeners

Inappropriate Quilters by Leslie and Rochelle

Inappropriate Quilters

359 Listeners

Etsy Seller Success: Tips for Starting, Growing and Scaling Your Etsy and E-Commerce Shop by Dylan Jahraus | Etsy Business Coach and E-commerce Expert

Etsy Seller Success: Tips for Starting, Growing and Scaling Your Etsy and E-Commerce Shop

137 Listeners

Quilting on the Side by Andi Stanfield and Tori McElwain

Quilting on the Side

19 Listeners