Really F*cking Trying

Running a small business isn’t always cute packaging and loyal customers… sometimes it’s straight-up terrifying. In this episode, we’re reading out YOUR small biz horror stories - from nightmare clients and scammy “collabs” to the times you got completely ghosted after doing all the work.

It’s a mix of cautionary tales, chaos, and a bit of collective trauma - because if we can’t laugh (and cry) about it together, what’s the point?

Burnout is real, and sometimes it hits harder than we expect. In this episode, we get honest about our own struggles with burnout, sharing the moments that left us drained, overwhelmed, and questioning everything. We also dive into the techniques that actually work (for us) - how to stop burnout before it starts, shift your mindset, and pull yourself out of that rut when it hits.

We’re joined by Clare from Peach Swizzle, who shares...

So, you’ve started the biz… now what? In this second half of our two-part series, we’re talking all about what happens after the launch - the messy middle of actually growing a business. From setting (and re-setting) goals, to navigating those inevitable growing pains, to the good lessons we’ve picked up along the way, we’re spilling it all.

We’re also joined by the brilliant Becci from Palm House Studio, who shares her own journey...

Starting a business is equal parts exciting, terrifying, and a little bit chaotic — and in this episode we’re diving right into it. Building the Biz: Beginning Your Business Journey is the first in our two-part series on what it really takes to run your own thing.

We’re chatting about how we each got started, the messy beginnings that don’t always make the Instagram feed, and the lessons we learned in those early days. We’re also j...

How do you actually put a price on your creativity? In this episode we’re getting into the tricky world of money and pricing - how we price our own products, the mistakes we’ve made, and whether there’s really a secret formula to getting it right.

We’re joined by the brilliant Rachel from Pens and Needles, who shares her experience of finding confidence in her pricing, knowing your worth, and dealing with that awkward “is this too ...

This week, we’re revisiting markets – but this time, it’s all about the vibes. ✨ In part two of our markets series, we’re diving into the aesthetics of your stall: how to make your table stand out, the little details that make a big impact, and the dos and don’ts we’ve picked up from years of hauling stock and setting up shop.

From layouts and signage to those finishing touches that draw people in, we’re sharing the tips and tricks...

This week, we’re chatting all about what it actually feels like to restart after a creative break. Whether you pressed pause on your business, took time off for your mental health, or just lost your spark, this episode is your permission slip to rest, then start messy and come back imperfectly.

We’re joined by the brilliant Hollie from Designs by Hollie, who shares her experience of stepping away from her creative business and how ...

In this episode we’re joined by the brilliant Laura from Make A Daze to look back at one very chaotic time: the pandemic.

We’re talking pivots, panic, and figuring shit out on the fly. We’re unpacking how COVID turned our businesses upside down, or in some cases, even kick started them - and what we learned from it.

Whether you started a side hustle in lockdown, had to rethink everything overnight, or just love a good reinvention s...

In this episode we’re talking about how we make our own work. From dreaming up creative projects to bringing them into reality, we’re sharing our creative processes and how we actually do things.

Then! A lil surprise: we sprung a last-minute Q&A on each other 👀 So if you’ve ever wondered which one of us cries more (spoiler: it's Jade), or what our weirdest habits are - now’s your chance.

It’s messy, it’s honest, and it’s a big...

In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the wild world of social media - from the awkward early days of oversharing to figuring out what actually works when you're running a small business.

We’re joined by the wonderful Laura from Sun and sky designs, who shares her insights on content strategy, growing an audience without losing your mind, and why you don’t need to be on every platform to make an impact.

Whether you love it, ...

In this episode, we’re joined by the fabulous Alabama Whirley (aka Katie) from Glorified Cabaret to chat all things branding, standing out, and building a business you actually love 💥

We’re diving into finding your vibe, figuring out your USP (even if you’ve never said those letters out loud before), and why branding is so much more than just a cute logo. Katie shares how she built Glorified Cabaret into a bold, brilliant brand th...

Got big dreams but no idea where to start? Same. In this episode, we’re chatting all things goal setting - think bold visions, messy action, and figuring it out as we go. We’re joined by the brilliant Toni from TLC Illustration, who’s sharing her own journey of turning creative chaos into a thriving business (spoiler: it didn’t happen overnight)

We’re talking about the big, scary goals we’ve set for ourselves this year, what’s act...

Ever launched a product backwards? Sent an email with the wrong name? Fallen flat on your face - literally or metaphorically? In this episode, we’re embracing the chaos and laughing through the mess. We’re sharing some of our own most ridiculous business blunders, AND hilarious “flop” stories from our lovely listeners. Because if you can’t laugh when it all goes wrong… what can you do?

Grab a cuppa and join us for a feel-good giggl...

In this episode we're celebrating International women's day! Listen to us shining a spotlight on some incredible women making waves in the creative world. From artists to makers, business owners to boundary-breakers, we’re celebrating the talent, resilience, and pure magic that women bring to creative industries. ✨💪

Join us as we share stories, experiences, and some much-needed appreciation for the amazing women out there doing th...