From Hobby to Industry Leader: Kimberly Jolly of Fat Quarter Shop
Episode Overview
In this inspiring episode of the Craft to Career podcast, Elizabeth Chappell chats with Kimberly Jolly, founder and CEO of Fat Quarter Shop, one of the most recognized quilting retailers in the world.
Kimberly shares her journey from running a small eBay fabric store out of her home to leading a thriving business that serves quilters across the globe. She opens up about how the company began, what fueled its rapid growth, and the strategies that helped it stay strong in a changing industry.
Whether you’re a fabric lover, pattern designer, or entrepreneur in the creative space, this conversation is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and practical advice.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- The Origin Story: How Fat Quarter Shop started as a small home-based business and grew into one of the world’s leading online quilting retailers.
- The Evolving Quilting Industry: Kimberly’s perspective on how the quilting landscape is changing—and what trends are shaping its future.
- What Fat Quarter Shop Looks For: As one of the top buyers in the quilting world, Kimberly shares what makes a product truly stand out.
- What’s Missing in the Industry: Insight into the gaps Kimberly sees in today’s market and opportunities for creative entrepreneurs to fill them.
- Words of Wisdom for Entrepreneurs: The key lessons Kimberly wishes she had known when she first started—and how you can apply them to your own business journey.
About Kimberly Jolly
Kimberly Jolly is the founder of Fat Quarter Shop, a leading online quilt and fabric retailer known for its vast selection, YouTube tutorials, and beloved community of quilters. With her deep love for quilting and dedication to exceptional service, Kimberly has built a brand synonymous with creativity, quality, and innovation in the quilting world.
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Join Elizabeth and Kimberly for a heartfelt conversation that will leave you motivated to grow your own creative business with courage, clarity, and purpose.
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