TFBM Mission Statement
I believe that creativity should be celebrated and that buyers should be educated on the importance of supporting independent designers. I believe a strong economy starts by shopping small and shopping local whenever possible because it creates jobs and helps individuals thrive. I believe by cultivating strong business skills and combining it with naturally talented creativity that success will follow. I believe everyone needs a helping hand in starting or running their fashion businesses and that they need a place they feel comfortable to ask questions. I believe in sharing resources and stories to help others. I believe in the independent fashion community.
About the Author
Hi, I'm Katie. I'm the author of this site and blog and owner and designer for kangacoo designs. I started kangacoo designs in 2007 when I was 3 month pregnant and laid off from a high paying corporate job. I decided to dust off my sewing machine and start a business. You can read more of that story at www.kangacoo.com. Today in addition to maintaining an Etsy Shop I have a wholesale line that is in almost 100 stores nationwide and abroad.
The journey has been exciting and bumpy. I had no background in design or fashion business so I have learned along the way. So many times I said to myself-gosh I wish I had someone I could go to with questions! So a year ago I decided to start a blog to help others in my shoes. www.thefashionbusinessmentor.wordpress.com Please note this blog is now moving here to my site but feel free to browse the archives on wordpress.
On my blog I share my experiences, insight and advice. I always welcome your questions, just email [email protected]. There is no question too big or too small. If I don't know I will try to refer you to somewhere you can find answers.
Thanks for stopping by. Be sure to sign up for our email list so you always have the latest scoup on what I have learned or resources I have found and want to share with you.
The journey has been exciting and bumpy. I had no background in design or fashion business so I have learned along the way. So many times I said to myself-gosh I wish I had someone I could go to with questions! So a year ago I decided to start a blog to help others in my shoes. www.thefashionbusinessmentor.wordpress.com Please note this blog is now moving here to my site but feel free to browse the archives on wordpress.
On my blog I share my experiences, insight and advice. I always welcome your questions, just email [email protected]. There is no question too big or too small. If I don't know I will try to refer you to somewhere you can find answers.
Thanks for stopping by. Be sure to sign up for our email list so you always have the latest scoup on what I have learned or resources I have found and want to share with you.