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Welcome to The Makers Cwtch
Join Emma for honest chats with Britain's brilliant indie makers. Discover the real stories behind handmade treasures, learn top business tips, and become part of a community that celebrates authentic craftsmanship over mass production.
Hello lovely! I'm Emma, your host and fellow maker from the Rhondda Valleys in Wales.I've been on quite the entrepreneurial journey – from pet products to children's clothing, dog grooming to luxury bags. Each pivot taught me something valuable about resilience, community, and the importance of charging what you're worth.
WHY LISTEN?
• Real Business Advice – From pricing your work fairly to managing time between creating and selling
• Inspiring Maker Stories – Meet the brilliant people behind Britain's independent craft businesses
• Practical Tips – Learn from makers who've been where you are and found what works
• Community Connection – Discover you're not alone in this beautiful, challenging maker life
• Authentic Conversations– No jargon, no fluff, just warm chats between real people
What is it all about?
The Makers Cwtch isn't just another business podcast – it's your cosy corner of the internet where real makers share real stories.From the comfort of Welsh valleys to workshops across Britain, we're having proper conversations about what it means to create something with your own hands in today's world. Whether you're crafting from your kitchen table, garden shed, or dedicated studio, this is where you belong.Each episode brings you face-to-face with indie makers who've turned their passion into a living – the ups, the downs, and everything in between. No sugar-coating, no get-rich-quick schemes, just honest insights from people who understand the maker journey because they're living it too.