In this episode of Splitting Seams, longtime friend, tester, and admin Niki of Niki Makes joins me to talk about the realities of bagmaking, testing, striking, healthy boundaries, and discovering our worth in this community. From sewing her first bag, to encouraging others to teach and create, to overcoming loss and choosing “what matters,” Niki reminds us that most things in sewing, and life, are "figure-out-able".

Niki's Socials!:

• Instagram: @niki_makes
• TikTok: @niki_makes
• Attend her class at Sew Whatever Studios in March! Details here: https://moremeknow.com/collections/sew-whatever-studio-classes

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In this episode of Splitting Seams, host Shannon Timchula welcomes Niko from Sewgnar, a PDF pattern and handmade goods business that almost exclusively uses cork. They discuss the importance of authenticity in business, the challenges and joys of using cork, and the significance of being open to change and learning from failure. The conversation highlights personal growth, community, and the creative process in the sewing industry.

Some of Niko's thoughts she wanted added to her remarks on competition in the community: "A rising tide raises all ships and I believe there’s enough room at the table for everyone. I don’t personally find it competitive because I do what I can to include and bring others up with me when possible." - - - - Please also take a moment to check out her site to see how she gives back to various organizations every year! See.. I told you she's got a big ol' heart! https://www.sewgnar.com/giving-back

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In this conversation, Lauren and Shannon discuss the challenges of running a growing business, the importance of authenticity in content creation, and the impact of financial pressures on creativity. They explore the balance between work and life, especially as parents, and the significance of community support in overcoming struggles.

Lauren's Info: https://linktr.ee/moremeknow.com

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Welcome to Splitting Seams. Where every seam has a story. Thanks for being here. I hope you enjoy what's to come this season.

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