Craft to Career

Ellene, the creative mind behind Brave Nouvelle, has made a seamless transition from art teacher to creative business owner. With years of experience teaching various forms of art, she recently channeled her passion for artistic expression into a business. A self-proclaimed quilt enthusiast, Ellene adds a personal touch to every quilt by incorporating unique embellishments, such as macrame, that set her work apart.

In this coaching call, we dive into how Ellene can take her creative business to the next level by expanding into teaching these techniques, a natural progression as many of her followers have expressed interest in learning from her.

Key topics covered:

• Creative Business Evolution: How Ellene transitioned from teaching art to building a successful creative business.
• Artistic Elements in Quilting: Ellene's passion for combining traditional quilting with macrame and other embellishments.
• Expanding the Business: How to turn a creative passion into a teachable product and monetize it by offering workshops or courses.
• Customer Engagement: Strategies for offering what her audience has already been asking for—teaching these unique quilting techniques.

This episode is perfect for anyone looking to merge their creative talents with business success. Whether you're a seasoned quilter, an artist exploring new opportunities, or someone curious about how to teach your craft, Ellene's journey and insights will inspire you to take the next step in your creative business.

Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER!

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Kwadwo, an expert Online Course Consultant and Facebook Ads Manager, shares valuable insights on how to boost your profits and scale your online business. This episode is packed with tips, strategies, and actionable advice you can implement immediately. Whether you're new to online advertising or looking to refine your current approach, Kwadwo's knowledge will help you take your business to the next level.

Key topics include:

• When to Invest in Facebook Ads: Discover the right moment to start running ads for your business and when it's worth the investment.
• What Works (and What Doesn't): Kwadwo breaks down the most effective strategies for running successful Facebook ads, from targeting to design.
• Lead Generation: Learn how to attract the right leads and turn them into customers using well-placed ads and compelling offers.
• Writing Effective Ad Copy: Gain insights into crafting ad copy that converts, ensuring your message resonates with your audience.
• Building Credibility: Tips on how to build trust with your audience through ads and content that positions you as an authority in your niche.

This episode is a masterclass in Facebook ads and online business growth. Grab a pen and paper, as you'll want to listen more than once to absorb the wealth of knowledge Kwadwo shares. Whether you're just starting or are looking to fine-tune your marketing strategy, this episode will give you the tools you need to grow your business and increase profits.

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In this episode of the Craft to Career Podcast, Elizabeth Chappell, founder of Quilters Candy, shares key strategies for turning your creative passion into a sustainable and profitable career. Whether you're just starting out or looking to elevate your business, Elizabeth breaks down the essential steps every creative professional should take to succeed.

What you'll learn:

• Choosing the Right Market: Discover how to identify the right niche to sell your products or services in, ensuring you're targeting an audience that aligns with your skills and offerings.
• Standing Out in a Crowded Market: Elizabeth explains how to differentiate yourself from the competition and create a unique brand that attracts attention.
• Finding Customers: Learn effective strategies for attracting and retaining customers, including how to engage with your audience and build long-term relationships.
• Setting Yourself Up for Success: Understand the mindset, tools, and practices that can help you operate your creative business efficiently and sustainably.

This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to make a living from their creative skills and passions. Whether you're a designer, artist, or maker, Elizabeth's insights will help you turn your dream into a thriving business!

Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER!

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This is the first of five coaching calls from listeners of the podcast. Meet Sarah Clark, a fabric designer, artist, and quilter. Sarah is exploring what her business will look like moving forward. This is such a magical time of discovery.

We talked about Sarah's different skills, her WHY (why she is going into business, what she hopes to accomplish with her business), and how she can reach her goals.

My hope is that while listening to this coaching call, you'll gain inspiration and new ideas and get some of your own business questions answered. Tune in to epsiode 148 as we delve into the journey of a new creative business owner.

Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER!

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The two budget questions I get: What do I do if I'm just starting my business? And what am I doing and focusing on with my business at the moment? I share answers for both of these. First, what are the absolute must-do things if you're just beginning. And then take a behind the scenes look at my thinking for my business. What's my next step? What are my dreams and goals? What am I focusing on now? Learn how to turn your craft into a career, both at the beginning stages and further in.

Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER!

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Quilt Pattern Writing Course alumni, Lina Owen, is narrowing her niche and it's so cool! Lina's first language is Spanish, and she has seen and felt the void of Spanish quilt patterns and quilting classes. Lina is providing for those quilters which wouldn't normally be able to quilt because of a language barrier. It can be scary to narrow your niche, but it really is the best way to grow your business. It's also a great way to have a business you are passionate about. See what amazing things are coming up with Lina Owen in the Craft to Career Podcast.

Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER!

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Learn how to get featured in magazines and articles to grow your business. No paying, no algorithms to worry about, just you sharing what you love and building your credibility. Gloria works with creative entrepreneurs to help them get features in different media outlets. Learn some amazing tips from her and get her free downloads and helps.

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Learn a new way to answer the question, what should I do? This favorite life, hack of mine, can answer anything from health, to business, to friendships and more. Learn a secret tip that will help you with just about any situation! Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER!

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Did you know the power of stories? They can make a product go from blah to "I MUST HAVE IT"! Listen to one example from author Kindra Hall, and learn four different types of stories business owners can tell to make people rush to get your products and services. Start weaving stories into your marketing, blog posts, emails, and social media content and see the results. The proof is in the pudding. Stories sell!

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It took me 7 years to get 45,000 followers on Instagram. Then in one month I gained over 50,000 followers! What made the difference? How did I do in one month what took me 7 years to do? Learn tangible, take-away tips to help you grow your audience on Instagram. Growing a following on social media is one of the best (and free) ways to market your business. And yes! There are tips that will help you have more success. Listen to the ups and downs of growing a social media following with me.

Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER!

Did you find this podcast helpful? Find more creative business takeaways, tutorials, courses, plus much more below.

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https://quilterscandy.com/

INSTAGRAM:

Craft to Career Podcast @crafttocareer

Quilters Candy @quilters_candy