S3 Ep 19: From Stitch to Success: Coral’s couture journey sewing dreams into reality as a Manchester born fashion entrepreneur living in London

In this episode, Joanne chats with the fabulous Coral Turner, a talented fashion designer who turned her lifelong love of sewing into a thriving couture business to help women feel good about their bodies. Coral shares her inspiring journey from growing up in Manchester to moving to London to chase her dream of becoming a fashion designer at the age of just 19 years old.

Joanne and Coral discuss the realities of starting your own business, something that all entrepreneurs should prepare for as the whole experience can be very different to what we expect. They talk about navigating the challenges and triumphs of building a business and the importance of valuing yourself and respecting your work when it comes to pricing. 

They also chat about the revival of handmade and that old fashioned skills, such as sewing, are making a comeback which is great news for small, craft based businesses.  

This episode is lighthearted, inspiring and motivational so if you are an entrepreneur, or even an aspiring one thinking of taking the leap to work for yourself, tune in to listen for some brilliant advice. It will be sure to leave you with a spring in your step and a smile on your face!

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Visit Coral’s website HERE

And don’t forget! You can get help for your small creative business from Joanne herself! Visit the website HERE to view all of her services - from one off support sessions to help via Whatsapp - there’s a level of support for everyone.