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From Hobby to Business: Our Chat with Tasha Haynes


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In this episode of Quilting on the Side, host Andy welcomes Tasha Haynes, a passionate quilter who transitioned from a hobbyist to a business owner. Tasha shares her journey of starting quilting in 2015, the challenges of turning her passion into a business, and the importance of community in the quilting world. She discusses her experiences with selling patterns on Etsy and her personal website, the growth of her YouTube channel, and the balance of family life with her entrepreneurial endeavors. Tasha also offers valuable insights on lessons learned in business and the importance of focusing on one strong lead magnet for email lists.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Tasha Haynes and Her Quilting Journey
02:46 Transitioning from Hobby to Business
05:44 Navigating Sales Channels: Etsy vs. Personal Website
08:50 The Growth of Tasha's YouTube Channel
11:48 Creating a Supportive Quilting Community
14:53 Exploring Future Business Avenues
17:48 Balancing Family Life with a Quilting Business
20:51 Lessons Learned in Business
23:15 Rapid Fire Questions and Closing Thoughts

Connect with Tasha:

Membership: https://clubhouse.tashaquilts.com/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TashaQuilts 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tashaquilts/ 

Website & Blog: https://tashaquilts.com 


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