

Sewing books to help you succeed!
Busy small business owners probably don’t want to add more to their “to do” list, but our recommended reading list can help save you time, effort and energy when you learn new valuable skills along with hints and tips from professionals who have already “been there and done that”.
Asheboro women transform windscreen into tote bags
Women from three different companies have combined their areas of expertise for one goal: putting less in our landfills. Samet has partnered with Reborn Clothing Company to transform its windscreen material from construction job sites into tote bags. “When we’re done with projects,…
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10 Best Side Hustles for Women
You’d like to earn some extra cash, but you’re not interested in a traditional part-time job. Specifically, you’re looking for great side hustles for women to supplement the income from your full-time job or to earn a little money on the side. When…
‘Ethically Handmade:’ A Talent for Sewing and Disdain for ‘Fast Fashion’ Lead to Teen’s Small Business
Teenager Page Powell designs, sews, and sells swimsuits. {Photo by Chuck Fong) Page Powell was in third grade when her grandmother gave her a great gift—teaching her how to sew. Sewing became Powell’s passion, and she has spent the past eight years honing her skills. Now 16, she has […] Click here to view original…
99 Degrees stitches activewear for name-brands while entrepreneur seeks to build community
LAWRENCE, Mass. — A Massachusetts entrepreneur who started with just a few thousand dollars, some sewing machines and a dream has created a business that became much more. Brenna Schneider founded 99 Degrees. The business occupies an old textile mill in Lawrence, where they manufacture performance activewear for major […] Click here to view original…
10 Smart Ways to Upcycle Old Tablecloths
Stained or wrong-size old tablecloths aren’t doing you any good at the back of the linen closet. Here are some of our favorite ways to put yards and yards of material to good use around the house. Photo: Bobvila.com Need yards of fabric for a craft project, but don’t […] Click here to view original…
