Her Handmade Hustle Unplugged: A Podcast Helping Independent Businesses Get Seen, Remembered and Chosen.

This week's episode wasn't the one I planned to record.A trip to a shoe shop with my daughter somehow turned into helping an elderly gentleman, his dog and a trolley full of Aldi shopping get home safely.What followed got me thinking about trust, kindness, perspective and why making people feel safe might be one of the most important things we do - not just in business, but in life.In this episode I share:An unexpectedly eventful afternoon in an Aldi car parkWhy trust is built long before someone buys from youThe connection between being a decent human and being a decent business ownerI'd love to know what you think of this one!Need help becoming easier to find online?I have a handful of spaces available before I finish for the summer holidays.Whether you need help with your website, Google Business Profile, local SEO, newsletters or simply figuring out how to get your business in front of more of the right people, I'd love to help.Book a free 30 min call here This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit herhandmadehustle.substack.com

Want a way to grow your audience without shouting on social media or feeling pushy about selling? In this episode, I’m sharing why podcasting is one of the best marketing tools for creative business owners - whether you start your own show or simply get yourself featured as a guest.I’ll walk you through how I got started, the simple tech setup I use and why podcasting feels so much easier than constant posting. You’ll learn the benefits of having your own podcast, tips for making it work without overwhelm and how to pitch yourself to other podcasts if running your own isn’t your thing.By the end, you’ll see how using your voice can help you build trust, reach more people, and grow your business - no hard sell required!If you want any help starting a podcast, or would like to chat about how I can help you grow your creative business, visit the Her Handmade Hustle website. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit herhandmadehustle.substack.com

Marketing doesn’t have to feel salesy, scary or limited to social media. In this episode, I’m joined by Anna Short from Boo Marketing (Small Business Britain’s Top 100 Female Entrepreneurs 2025) to share simple, confidence-boosting strategies for small business owners.Discover:Why you don’t need to be a marketing expert to succeedThe confidence shift that makes marketing feel simple and humanHow to stop panicking about social media and use other ways to get your business seenBudget-friendly marketing tips that actually work (without burning you out) Grab Anna’s freebie here: https://helloboo.podia.com/simple-marketing-strategy-starter Check out her Simple Strategy Workshop here: https://helloboo.podia.com/5-step-simple-marketing-strategy-workshopVisit her website here: https://helloboo.podia.com/And if you're a creative and in search of some small business support and mentoring for your creative business, visit the Her Handmade Hustle website and get in touch! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit herhandmadehustle.substack.com

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Rachel, the founder of LoveLossDiscoballs - a heartfelt business born from unimaginable grief. After losing her husband to suicide, Rachel found herself navigating the raw realities of loss, motherhood and healing. But instead of hiding her pain, she channelled it into something creative, joyful and honest.This is a story about love, loss, starting again - and yes, a little sparkle too. If you’ve ever been through something hard (or loved someone who has), this conversation will definitely resonate.Links to things mentioned in the episode:Check out the beautiful range of unique cards on their website LoveLossDiscoballsCALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) - suicide prevention charity This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit herhandmadehustle.substack.com

In this emotional episode of the HHH Unplugged podcast, I’m joined by the extraordinary Lucy Thompson - a medical tattoo artist and founder of the Nipple Innovation Project (NIP), the UK’s first mastectomy tattoo charity. Lucy is a true pioneer in the art of hyper-realistic 3D nipple tattoos, offering fully-funded tattoos to breast cancer patients who have undergone mastectomy or breast reconstruction.And this one’s personal - because Lucy tattooed me.After my own preventative breast surgery, Lucy helped me reclaim a part of myself I didn’t even realise I was grieving. This episode is about so much more than aesthetics. It’s about healing. Confidence. Closure. And giving women back what breast cancer took away.We talk about:Why 3D nipple tattoos are an essential part of breast cancer recoveryHow Lucy’s charity is giving women access to high-quality, permanent tattoos - free of chargeThe emotional and psychological impact of looking in the mirror and finally feeling whole againWhat doctors and surgeons don’t always tell you about the final stage of reconstructionHow YOU can help spread the word to someone who needs this, right nowWhether you’ve experienced breast cancer, supported someone through it or simply want to know more about how art and empathy can heal, this is a must-listen.Find out more about the Nipple Innovation Project:Website: www.nippleinnovationproject.orgInstagram: @nipcharityConnect with Lucy Thompson (Tattoo Artist & Founder):Instagram: @lucy_nippleSpecial thanks to my incredible plastic surgeon Benjamin Baker:Instagram: @plasticsurguk This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit herhandmadehustle.substack.com

Sometimes we forget that behind every handmade product is a story - not just of craft, but of courage, healing and personal transformation.In this episode of Her Handmade Hustle: Unplugged, I share the moments from a weekend spent surrounded by women whose creativity has helped them move through illness, trauma and self-doubt. From fairy houses, to meaningful tattoos and market stalls full of soul - this episode is a reminder that what we make often holds more than we ever say out loud.I’m talking about:Why handmade work is often deeply connected to healingThe emotional strength behind the “small” creative businessWhat it really means to turn pain into purposeHow to reconnect with the heart of your businessIf you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or wondering if your work is “enough,” this is the episode to remind you that your creativity is powerful - and so are you.Links to things mentioned in the episode:Pick N Mix 1:1 Business Support SessionsFreyja’s Fairy ArtYorkshire Mastectomy ClinicNIP (Nipple Innovation Project) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit herhandmadehustle.substack.com

In this powerful episode, Joanne shares the three most common fears that hold creative entrepreneurs back: fear of the unknown, fear of failure, and fear of success. Through the lens of a personal story from a recent family camping trip to the Yorkshire coast - where each member faced and conquered a fear - she explores how fear quietly sabotages your business dreams.If you've ever said "I'm scared" when it comes to launching, growing or showing up in your business, this episode is for you. You'll learn how these fears show up in your day-to-day as a small business owner and discover simple, practical strategies to move through fear with courage and clarity.Whether you’re just starting out or hitting a plateau, this episode will help you stop letting fear make your decisions - and start growing your business with more confidence. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit herhandmadehustle.substack.com