Rooted in Creativity - Fabric Design with Carly from Roo-tid

The Sewing Social

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In this episode of the Sewing Social Podcast, Carly, the designer and owner of Rootid Fabrics, shares her journey from a creative background to establishing her own fabric design business.

She discusses the importance of sustainability in her work, the design process behind her collections, and the challenges of running a small business.

Carly also emphasises the significance of community and connection through sewing, revealing her plans for future workshops and exclusive fabric collections.

Key takeaways:

Carly's journey began with a passion for art and design.
Roo-tid Fabrics was inspired by nature and local wildlife.
The name 'Roo-tid' symbolises being grounded and connected.
Carly prioritises eco-friendly and sustainable fabrics in her designs.
She collaborates with certified manufacturers for quality materials.
Carly's design process involves personal experiences and relatable themes.
The sewing social events foster community and connection among crafters.
Carly supports small businesses by allowing low minimum order quantities.
She is self-taught in sewing, starting with a quilt for her brother.
Future plans include workshops for beginners and exclusive fabric designs.

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Guest details:

Instagram: @rootid_fabrics

Website: https://roo-tid.com/

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Rootid Fabrics

03:12 The Journey of a Creative Entrepreneur

04:55 Sustainability in Fabric Design

08:30 The Design Process Explained

11:52 Challenges of Running a Small Business

13:24 Supporting Small Businesses

16:05 Carly's Sewing Journey

19:32 Building Community Through Sewing Socials

21:17 Future Plans for Rootid Fabrics

21:53 Fun and Games: This or That

25:49 Share with a friend and how to contact the show

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