Margot's World Podcast

Helen Ruff, Editor of Margot’s Wedding magazine and blog chats to Kaz from Vinnies Vintage Vehicles and Confetti Coast Photography. We hear how it came about that Kaz has two businesses in the wedding industry and her passion for responsible, sustainable weddings.

Helen, editor of Margot’s Wedding magazine and blog, talks to Katrina Willis, founder and MD of glamping company Beautiful Bells. Katrina discusses her decision to exit the corporate world six years ago and the fun she’s had since swapping her heels for flip flops.

This is a sole episode in which Helen, editor of Margot’s Wedding, reflects on her career to date.

Helen started her business in 2009 but she discusses the path that lead her down the entrepreneurial route, from her very first job in a call centre in 2003. Mental health struggles played a part, as did the desire to fulfil her creativity and live life on her own terms.

Helen Ruff, Editor of Margot’s Wedding magazine and blog, talks to Kelly Wickson founder of online directory Truly Quirky Wedding Venues. Having been friends and work associates for many years, Kelly and Helen discuss the importance of adapting your business to suit your family and lifestyle.

Helen Ruff, Editor of Margot's Wedding magazine and blog talks to Kelly Kearley, founder of 'Not Your Average I Do', at her wedding warehouse in West Sussex.

Kelly and her team really know what they are doing when it comes to cool wedding styling with a romantic, industrial vibe.

Kelly tells us of her achievements and how she is driven by her personal circumstances.

Helen Ruff, Editor of Margot’s Wedding magazine and blog talks to Bella from Pearl Resort at ‘The Shed’ in Rye. Bella tells us about her fabulous pink and tropical 50’s Airstream, her inspiration and her exciting future plans.

Find out more about Pearl Resort at www.pearlresort.co.uk and The Shed at www.theshedeastsussex.co.uk

Helen Ruff, Editor of Margot's Wedding magazine and blog, chats with bridal dress designer Tara Deighton from her beautiful studio by the sea in Hastings. Tara has a wealth of experience within the design industry. She has such an identifiable style; elegant, vintage-inspired couture.

Visit Tara's website at www.taradeighton.co.uk

Helen Ruff, Editor of Margot's Wedding magazine and blog , talks to Joel from Pure Events Wedding Shows.

Since bouncing onto the scene a couple of years ago, Joel has seen his business grow and grow. Not only in the size and number of shows he’s doing but also with other things he’s offering within the industry.

Joel is a great example of someone working hard to achieve their one big dream.

Helen Ruff, Editor of Margot's Wedding magazine and blog chats with Dawn Gracie from Dawns Vintage do. Dawn is a one-woman-dynamo who provides vintage entertainment and events, burlesque workshops and cabaret shows.

Helen and Dawn talk about the sequence of events that saw Dawn follow her passion and start her own business. Dawn is an inspiration; super driven, passionate about her work and living life to the full.

Helen Ruff, Editor of Margot's Wedding magazine and blog, chats with long-time friend and work associate Alex from The Vintage Parade.

Alex is an inspiring business owner who always stays true to her eclectic, kitsch brand.

In this episode she tells us how she got started, what inspires her and what other projects she has on the go.