Workshops Unleashed: How to Turn Your Craft into a Teaching Business with Tori McElwain

May 1, 2025

Episode 187

Workshops Unleashed: How to Turn Your Craft into a Teaching Business with Tori McElwain

Have you ever thought about teaching what you love — whether it’s quilting, crafting, or another creative passion?

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Tori McElwain, quilter, educator, and author of Workshops Unleashed.
We dive into Tori’s journey into quilting and teaching, how she transitioned into leading workshops, and why sharing your skills with others can open amazing doors for your business.

Tori also shares her top tips for teaching workshops both in-person and online, what makes a workshop truly unforgettable, and why you don’t have to be a “perfect expert” to start teaching.

If you’re a crafter, quilter, or creative who’s ever dreamed of hosting your own classes, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable advice!

In this episode, you’ll learn:
✨ How Tori got started in quilting and teaching
✨ Why teaching is an incredible opportunity for creatives
✨ The key elements that make a workshop successful
✨ Teaching online vs. in-person workshops
✨ How to overcome the fear of “not being ready” to teach

Tori’s heart for encouraging creatives shines through in this conversation — and I can’t wait for you to be inspired by her story!

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