Designers Plants and Coffee
We’re three women—Zahiyya from Cover Me Chic, Naima from Fearless Threads, and LaTisha from Keeping You in Stitches—sharing our journey as designers, educators, and creative entrepreneurs.
Sewing, sipping, and staying rooted—join us for real conversations on creativity, fashion, community, and building handmade businesses with heart.
- Update frequency
- every 13 days
- Average duration
- 12 minutes
- Episodes
- 44
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
The Art of Quilting and Entrepreneurship
Episode Summary:
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Jacqueline Bryant Campbell, a talented quilt artist from Washington, DC, who shares her remarkable journey into the quilting…
Turn Upcycling Designer Bags Into A Profitable Business
In this episode, we sit down with Jennifer Moore, the creative force behind Clutches and Moore, as she shares her inspiring entrepreneurial journey. From a casual FaceTime call that spa…
Ghana Travel Through the Lens of a Fashion Designer
Discovering Ghana: Fashion, History, and Cultural Insights
- Journey into the heart of African fashion with Naima as she explores Ghana's vibrant design scene
- Learn about the fascinating wo…
Build Your Personal Brand
In this episode, Robin Kenyetta, a seasoned photographer and brand expert, delves into the vital link between personal branding and company identity. As the founder of The Reflective Ed…
Turn Thrifting into a Fashion Business
Show Notes:
The Intersection of Fashion, Sustainability, and Body Positivity through Thrifting
In this engaging episode of the Designer’s Plants and Coffee podcast, our guest Amber share…
What to Know About Traveling in Italy and Greece
Show Notes:
In this episode of the DPC podcast, LaTisha and Naima tell us about their trip to Greece and Italy!
Key Points Discussed:
- Greece is known for its fresh, locally-sourced food l…
What's it like Working for a Global Brand with Tannese Williams of Pantone
Show Notes:
We welcome Tannese to the DPC podcast, a Pantone product manager, who shares insights into her role at Pantone, the color standard for the fashion industry.
Key Points Discus…
The Art of Personal Style with Hassana Muhammad
Show Notes:
We welcome Hasanna to the DPC podcast, a fashion enthusiast turned corporate buyer, who shares insights into the fashion industry. She emphasizes the importance of understand…
How to Avoid Burnout with Sherry White
Show Notes:
In this episode, Sherry White, licensed teacher, and founder of Champ Restoration, delves into her transformative journey into life coaching, shedding light on the power of s…
Sustainable Fashion & Black Consumerism
Join us in celebrating Crystal Mayanja, the visionary founder of Color Coded Style, who is revolutionizing the world of fashion journalism! With a focus on the African diaspora in fashi…
Navigating the Fashion Industry as a POC
In this episode, we delve into the captivating journey of our guest, who transitioned from the fashion industry to entrepreneur. We explore the challenges and triumphs she faced as a pe…
Blow up your fashion business with social media expert Alaya
In this episode, we explore the intersection of design, authenticity, and profitability within the fashion industry. Our guest, an expert in fashion design and communications, sheds lig…
How to Protect Your Clothing Brand
In this episode, we delve into the world of design and the critical challenges creators face in safeguarding their work and brand. Our discussion underscores the paramount importance of…
Designers Toolbox: Navigating Business Finances, Grants, and Credit
The podcast episode delves into essential aspects of tax preparation and business structuring specifically tailored for designers. The hosts emphasize the significance of obtaining a fe…
Make it Work! Careers in Fashion
In this episode, we explore the dynamic and diverse career opportunities within the fashion industry, shedding light on unconventional roles and alternative entry points beyond the trad…
MUST HAVE Tools For Your Fashion Business
In this episode, we explore the must have tools that are indispensable for designers to excel in their craft. The podcast emphasizes the critical role of Product Life Cycle Management (…
How to Launch Your Fashion Business on a Budget
Show Notes:
In this episode, we dive into the world of starting a business on a budget, focusing on innovative strategies and practical tips to launch and grow a business without breakin…
3 Steps To Finding Your Niche For Your Fashion Business
Show Notes:
- Definition of a niche: One's passion and expertise.
- Individual experiences in the fashion industry.
- Connecting passion, skills, and monetization.
- Importance of p…
How to Drive Sales to Your Fashion Business During the Holiday's
LaTisha, Naima, and Zahiyya discuss strategies for driving sales to their respective businesses during the holiday season. LaTisha emphasizes the importance of researching current trend…
Fashion Friday Q&A- Your Questions Answered
Welcome to the Designers, Plants, and Coffee Podcast! Join Naima, Zahiyya, and LaTisha, your fashion gurus, as they dive into the world of design, creativity, and running successful bus…