87 RETAILER INTERVIEW they often want to start their project there and then – I know I do! What’s selling particularly well at present? The knitting patterns do well and also the Corinne Lapierre felt kits. Felt kits are a really good line for me. What hobby or new trend are you currently excited about? I’m really into making crochet bags at the moment - I just love it. I’m trying to source some handmade leather handles at the moment. I do work with someone who has a leathercraft business, so I think I’ll definitely need to have a chat with her. Do you visit any trade shows? Yes, I go to the local ones generally. Are you active on social media? How is this useful for the business? Yes, I do use social media. I think this is the way forward to gain followers. Do you have any plans for the future of the website? Workshops etc? This is another dream…to run workshops, possibly for my macrame. Do you have any tips for people looking to start their own retail venture? Never think that running a website is easy. You always need to work at it and keep up with changes in technology. Then there’s Google – well there’s another minefield to try and stay in touch with. Hard work and love what you do, and you can make it work. What’s the one product you couldn’t live without? My knitting needles! ROSY POSY PETALS info@rosyposypetals.co.uk www.rosyposypetals.co.uk The Modern Crafter
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