Send us a text In this episode of Quilting on the Side, Andi and Tori chat with Jennifer Long of Sew a Story about her journey from a hobbyist quilter to a successful fabric designer and membership founder. Jennifer shares her early experiences with quilting, how she transitioned her passion into a business, and the challenges she faced along the way, including a significant rejection that ultimately led to her growth as a designer. The conversation delves into the importance of crafting connections with children through sewing, the intricate process of fabric design, and the balance between creativity and business. Jennifer emphasizes the value of community and connection in her work, and she shares exciting new projects aimed at fostering creativity in families. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Quilting and Crafting Journey 01:53 Transitioning from Hobby to Business 05:35 Overcoming Rejection in Fabric Design 10:14 Current Business Ventures and Future Plans 19:23 The Importance of Crafting Connections 23:37 The Fabric Design Process Explained 32:13 Balancing Creativity and Business Tasks 38:38 The Circle of Security and Personal Growth 41:08 Prioritizing Opportunities and Energy Management 47:09 Finding Inspiration in Art and Storytelling 51:55 Connecting with the Community and Future Plans Connect with Jennifer Long: Website: SewaStory.com Instagram: @sewastory_jenniferlong Facebook: Sew a Story Facebook Group: Sew a Story YouTube: Sew a Story Pattern Club Membership Modern Rag Doll Membership Want to Support the Podcast and Unlock Exclusive Perks and Content? Join our Quilting on the Side Patreon community! By becoming a patron, you'll gain access to behind-the-scenes content, bonus episodes, and exclusive resources to help you grow your quilting journey. Plus, your support helps keep the podcast thriving! Click here to join . Want More Quilting Content? 🔗 Support us on Patreon for exclusive perks 🔗 Grab Tori’s new book, Workshops Unleashed 📌 Sign up for our weekly newsletter 📌 Follow us on Instagram Podcast Details: Co-Hosts: Tori McElwain @heytori.tech Andi Stanfield @truebluequilts Support the show If you want more support with your quilting business, make sure to hit follow.
