Creating Space for a Crafting Community
02/11/25 • 29 min
In this episode of Quilting on the Side, Andi sits down with Mindy Lewis, the passionate owner of Cozy Craft Room in Mesa, Arizona. Mindy shares her inspiring journey from crafting as a personal hobby to launching a thriving creative space for fellow makers.
Join us as we discuss:
- The story behind the Cozy Craft Room and how it became a go-to hub for crafters
- The power of community in the crafting world and why it’s essential for creativity and support
- Tips for turning your craft into a profitable business without losing the joy of creating
- The importance of quality craftsmanship and how to cultivate a welcoming environment for makers of all levels
Whether you’re a quilter, a crafter, or dreaming of opening your own creative business, this episode is packed with valuable insights on monetizing your passion, fostering a community, and elevating your craft.
🎧 Tune in now to learn from Mindy’s experience and get inspired to take your crafting journey to the next level!
Connect with Mindy:
🌐Cozy Craft Room and Studio
Intagram: @cozycraftroomaz
Facebook: Cozycraftroom
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Podcast Details:
Co-Hosts:
- Tori McElwain @thequiltpatchbytori
- Andi Stanfield @truebluequilts
Producer:
- Devan Robinson @developingwithdevan
Cozy Craft Cottage, quilting, crafting community, Mindy Lewis, craft business, creative space, crafting events, DIY, sewing, scrapbooking
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome to Cozy Craft Cottage
04:33 The Origins of Cozy Craft Room
12:31 Building a Community of Crafters
16:17 Advice for Aspiring Craft Entrepreneurs
20:33 Rapid Fire Questions and Personal Insights
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In this episode of Quilting on the Side, Andi sits down with Mindy Lewis, the passionate owner of Cozy Craft Room in Mesa, Arizona. Mindy shares her inspiring journey from crafting as a personal hobby to launching a thriving creative space for fellow makers.
Join us as we discuss:
- The story behind the Cozy Craft Room and how it became a go-to hub for crafters
- The power of community in the crafting world and why it’s essential for creativity and support
- Tips for turning your craft into a profitable business without losing the joy of creating
- The importance of quality craftsmanship and how to cultivate a welcoming environment for makers of all levels
Whether you’re a quilter, a crafter, or dreaming of opening your own creative business, this episode is packed with valuable insights on monetizing your passion, fostering a community, and elevating your craft.
🎧 Tune in now to learn from Mindy’s experience and get inspired to take your crafting journey to the next level!
Connect with Mindy:
🌐Cozy Craft Room and Studio
Intagram: @cozycraftroomaz
Facebook: Cozycraftroom
Want to Support the Podcast and Unlock Exclusive Perks?
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 @thequiltpatchbytori
- Andi Stanfield @truebluequilts
Producer:
- Devan Robinson @developingwithdevan
Cozy Craft Cottage, quilting, crafting community, Mindy Lewis, craft business, creative space, crafting events, DIY, sewing, scrapbooking
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome to Cozy Craft Cottage
04:33 The Origins of Cozy Craft Room
12:31 Building a Community of Crafters
16:17 Advice for Aspiring Craft Entrepreneurs
20:33 Rapid Fire Questions and Personal Insights
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- Devan Robinson @developingwithdevan
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- Tori McElwain @thequiltpatchbytori
- Andi Stanfield @truebluequilts
Producer:
- Devan Robinson @developingwithdevan
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01:02 The Importance of Relaunching Products
04:50 Preparing for a Relaunch
09:45 Setting Goals and Timelines for Launches
15:00 Executing the Launch Plan
19:58 Analyzing Results and Feedback
23:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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