452 - Oksana Ambroz - The Business Came to Me, I Wasn't Looking For the Business
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Oksana Ambroz-Trychta is the founder of "," a Chicago-based textile design studio and workroom. Born in Ukraine, Oksana's background in art and music led her to a career in ceramic and porcelain design. After showcasing her porcelain collection in New York in 1997, she transitioned to soft furnishings, reigniting her passion for textiles. Building a strong reputation through word-of-mouth, she became a sought-after collaborator for interior designers. A course in laser cutting at Central St. Martin's in London further fueled her innovative approach. "It's...
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451 - Molly Burke and Tracy Jenkins of Chairloom
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Now is Found operates at the intersection of art and sustainability, shifting the conversation around vintage furniture and design. On today's podcast I have the pleasure of interviewing Molly Burke and Tracy Jenkins of Chairloom. The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by;
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450 - Wes and Jes Breitenbach - Crown Upholstery
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In 1999 Jes and Wes were on a quest to work for themselves and have more control over their own time. That's when they created Crown Upholstery. After 25 years they have definitely worked, but they have yet to gain much control over their time. Jesica is the 5th generation in her family to be enticed by the upholstery lifestyle. Growing up in her grandparents shop, in Glendale Arizona, she witnessed first hand the freedoms upholstery had to offer as well as the hard work one has to put in to be successful in this craft. Wes was raised in Maryland and had never known upholstery to be...
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449 - Addie Conte Follow Up Podcast
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Addie Conte was offered a job on a whim by a local Maryland drapery workroom in 2012. That first experience sparked her love for making beautiful things that continues today. Any spare time she had was spent attending workroom classes and window treatment conferences. She began planning her own workroom space in her unfinished basement. Shortly after, a local seamstress was going out of business, and Addie was able to acquire all of their equipment and ta-da… was born. Today, the Addie Designs team proudly operates from a dynamic studio in Deale, Maryland- a...
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448 - Happy New Year 2025!
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447 - Angie Seekamp - I Was Made to Do This Business
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Angie Seekamp is the owner of in Celina, Texas. With a background in painting and studio arts, Angie transitioned from a career in luxury cosmetics and skin care to entrepreneurship. After helping her husband establish his boutique law practice, she became a full-time stay-at-home mom following the birth of their daughter. A lifelong lover of knitting, sewing, and crochet, Angie now channels her creativity into her drapery business which she opened in December of 2023. In her free time she enjoys entertaining, tablescaping, and spending time with friends and family. Angie is on Links and...
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446 - Victoria Hammond - In This Industry, People Really Do Want to Help Each Other
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Victoria Hammond is the founder and owner of , established in 2001, specializing in soft furnishings and interior design. Her award-winning enterprise is internationally renowned for training over a thousand individuals in the professional making of soft furnishings, many of whom have gone on to establish and successfully run their own businesses. Passionate about her craft, Victoria combines skills passed down through generations in her family with extensive industry experience. She is dedicated to preserving traditional sewing techniques while inspiring and supporting...
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445 - Year End Wrap Up With Michele Williams
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Michele Williams, owner of Scarlet Thread Consulting, is a speaker, podcaster, author and strategic business coach serving the interior design industry. Her work helps business owners create strategic plans that are actionable, manage their business and finances properly, and develop a framework for decision making that allows for a laser focus. As a result of working with Michele, her clients increase their rates, reduce their workload, and increase their bottom line. Michele uses her signature program, AIM with Intent™, where she focuses on the 5 strategies that lead to wild...
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444 - Listener Favorite - Jeanelle Dech - Better or Different?
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In this Opportunity Thinking Series episode, I talk with Jeanelle Dech about utilizing personal strengths and the importance of timing in recognizing good-fit opportunities. Jeanelle shares a personal project that has brought more joy and meaning to her life and how my podcast example helped propel the project forward. We encourage everyone to go to to learn more about the podcast and book of the same title. Once there, be sure to subscribe to and read the blog which features book excerpts and related content. Mentioned links: is available on Buzzsprout, Apple...
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443 - Jess Kook Whitely - I Really Do Love My Life and My Job and My Career
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Jess Kook-Whitley is the proud owner of Byrne Sewing, a cornerstone of the sewing community for over 45 years. Taking the helm three years ago, Jess has led the business with dedication and a passion for fostering creativity and customer care, exceeding industry standards and achievements. A graduate of Philadelphia University with a degree in Fashion Design, Jess’s journey came full circle when she returned to Byrne Sewing to combine her design expertise with her love of business and serving her sewing community. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Jess is a devoted wife and mom...
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Chairloom operates at the intersection of art and sustainability, shifting the conversation around
vintage furniture and design.
On today's podcast I have the pleasure of interviewing Molly Burke and Tracy Jenkins of Chairloom.