Chris of Modern American Vintage shares how he built a handmade maker business creating wood quilting notions, plus advice for craft entrepreneurs.
Ever wondered what it takes to build a handmade maker business from the ground up? In this episode, Chris of Modern American Vintage pulls back the curtain on how he turned woodworking into a thriving small business serving the quilting community.
Chris shares the unexpected path that led him into quilting, what his daily process looks like, how he prices his work, and the surprises that have come with running a creative business. If you're a maker thinking about turning your craft into a career, this conversation is for you.
In this episode:
How Chris got started with Modern American Vintage and his woodworking background
A look inside his workspace and what a typical day really involves
The story of how a woodworker found his way into the quilting world
Whether Modern American Vintage is full-time or a side business
His process from idea to finished product
How he sources materials and approaches pricing
Best sellers and the products that surprised him
Balancing creative instincts with customer requests
The best parts of running a maker business, and the parts that are harder than expected
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