👋 Welcome back to another episode of the How To Be A Handmade Boss podcast!

🎨 In this episode, I chat with HBSA student and fantasy artist Laura, from The Daydream Emporium, who draws inspiration from the beauty of nature and the quirky creatures that inhabit it. We discuss Laura's creative journey, her unique approach to art, and how she turned her passion into a business after gaining her degree in Technical Arts and Special Effects and a masters degree in Children's Book Illustration.

🎙️ Topics of conversation:

• Laura's artistic process and the inspiration behind her "ugly fairies" and other whimsical creatures.
• The challenges she faced in the commercial art world and how she found her own path.
• The importance of finding your target audience and building a community around your work.
• Tips for managing a handmade business while balancing family life.
• Insights into the impact of the Handmade Boss Success Academy (HBSA) on Laura's business growth.

Whether you're an aspiring artist or a seasoned handmade business owner, this episode is packed with motivation and practical advice to help you thrive in your creative endeavours.

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🎙 Welcome to the Handmade Bosses Podcast with Steph 👋

If you’re dreaming of starting your handmade business or knee-deep in Etsy listings and feeling stuck - you’re in the right place.

I’m Steph - handmade business coach, Etsy seller since 2016, and founder of Handmade Bosses. I help makers go from overwhelmed to consistent sales (yes, even if you’re just starting).

🛍 Learn how to:

• Start and grow on Etsy

• Turn browsers into buyers

• Master SEO, branding, pricing

• Find your niche and ideal customer

• Scale beyond Etsy to your own website

💸 I’ve helped thousands of makers build profitable 4 and 5-figure shops — and in this podcast, I’ll show you how too.

✨ Free starter resources: handmadebosses.com/freeresources

🎓 Deeper help? Explore the HBSA, the SMS & more: handmadebosses.com/paidresources

📅 Join our Facebook group for free workshops: facebook.com/groups/handmadebosses/events

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Hit follow, grab a brew, and let’s grow your handmade biz.

Love, Steph & Team HB xox