I realize that I might be marching myself in front of a firing squad by asserting that there’s an issue with the concept of “handmade” in an article designed to be shared amongst the handmade community. After all, I’m a handmade maker myself and I’ve built a nice little consulting business supporting other makers…
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Meet the Maker – Kelsie Macray of Beast + Babe
This week in our ongoing Meet the Maker series, we’re getting to know Kelsie Macray of Beast + Babe, a brand of dog collars and leashes that are handmade using artisan and vintage fabrics in Los Angeles, California. Welcome, Kelsie! LBC: What inspired you to take your leap as an entrepreneur? Kelsie: I had made some cool dog leashes…
Meet the Maker – Jason Burton of Burton & Levy
This week in our Meet the Maker series, we’re getting to know Jason, the bearded, peanut-butter-loving creative behind Burton & Levy! LBC: What inspired you to take your leap as an entrepreneur? Jason: My inspiration was this question: “Can I be an effective boss and community leader?” I’ve been a maker, a teacher, and…
Meet the Maker – Sally Peek of Nana by Sally
This week in our ongoing Meet the Maker series, we’re chatting with Sally, the incredibly talented, entrepreneurial designer behind Nana by Sally! LBC: What inspired you to take your leap as an entrepreneur? Sally: Demand. I made a few bags and people liked them. Otherwise, I would not have taken the leap! I…
Meet the Maker – Lynn Elko of Emma’s Friends Soaps & Lotions
This week in our ongoing Meet the Maker series, we’re getting to know Lynn, the woman, mother, and big hearted entrepreneur behind the brand Emma’s Friends Soaps & Lotions. This is a brand that is near and dear to our heart and we absolutely adore what Lynn is working towards, and working for. LBC: What…