Designers Plants and Coffee
We’re three women—Zahiyya from Cover Me Chic, Naima from Fearless Threads, and LaTisha from Keeping You in Stitches—sharing our journey as designers, educators, and creative entrepreneurs.
Sewing, sipping, and staying rooted—join us for real conversations on creativity, fashion, community, and building handmade businesses with heart.
Episodes
44 episodes
Stop Undercharging for Your Products
Why do so many women—especially Black, women-owned, and minority-owned entrepreneurs—struggle to price their products and services confidently?In this episode, we’re diving into the mindset, history, and community influences that often l...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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11:57
Dealing with Grief as a Creative: how to grieve, grow, and keep your momentum
In this episode of Designers, Plants & Coffee, we're joined by grief coach and lifelong friend Dr. Fatima Pierce of Anchored in Courage. Fatima unpacks what grief really is (hint: it's not just about death), why creatives are uniquely impac...
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20:27
Sewing is My Therapy: Rituals, Resetting & Real Talk from the Sewing Room
In this soul-soothing episode, LaTisha, Naima, and Zahiyya dive deep into the emotional power of sewing. From incense and playlists to project bags and plant therapy, discover how sewing becomes a sacred, healing space for each of these talente...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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11:10
Sewing Class Fails: What We Learned from Teaching Beginners
In this hilarious and heartfelt episode, Zahiyya, Naima, and LaTisha share their funniest moments from the sewing classroom. From students who’ve never held an iron to the mysteries of missing notches and tape measures, we get real about the ch...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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12:42
Joann Has Closed. Big 4 Patterns Are Liquidating. What Now?
Joann Fabrics has officially shut down all stores—and now the Big 4 sewing pattern brands (Simplicity, McCall’s, Vogue, Butterick) are being liquidated. In this episode of Designers, Plants & Coffee, we break down what this means f...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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13:09
Collaboration Over Competition: What Makes a Collab Actually Work?
In this episode of Designers, Plants & Coffee, we unpack what it really means to collaborate in today’s handmade business world. It’s not just about tagging each other on IG or saying “let’s collab!” in a DM—it’s about ali...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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11:39
Beginner’s Guide to Sewing with Confidence: Tips, Tools & Teaching Stories
This episode of Designers, Plants, and Coffee dives into the rewarding world of sewing, exploring how learning new techniques and teaching others boosts confidence. Three creative business owners share their experiences, highlighting heartwarmi...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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13:59
Curves, Confidence & Creativity: Designing for the Body You Have
In this episode, we dive into the realities of designing clothes for curvy bodies. Zahiyya from Cover Me Chic shares her personal journey from industry insider to indie pattern designer, and why she started drafting for hips, butts, and bodies ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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16:46
Sewing Business Struggles? You’re Not Alone! Our Sewing Journey's
Meet the voices behind Cover Me Chic, Fearless Threads, and Keeping You in Stitches. In this kickoff episode, we’re pulling back the curtain and sharing how we each started sewing, why we turned it into a business, and what keeps us inspired ev...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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18:18
Season Wrap up
Can you believe we made it to the end of our season? 🎉 In this final episode of the Designers Plants and Coffee podcast, we’re toasting to a year of creativity, collaboration, and, let’s be real, some good ol’ caffeine-fueled conversations....
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6:51
Sustainable Fashion: Upcycling Denim
Sheree, the owner of Shredded Blues and an expert in upcycling, shares her journey of creating denim bags from old jeans, a venture inspired by her desire for a unique bag and supported by her daughter’s creative input. Initially h...
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9:39
Ways to Make Your Fashion Business Sustainable
In this episode we explore eco-friendly practices within the fashion industry, emphasizing sustainable dyeing methods and material sourcing. It highlights innovative techniques like vegetable dyeing in India that minimize chemical ...
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5:55
Struggles of Being an Introverted Business Owner
In this episode, we explore the unique challenges introverted business owners encounter when it comes to promoting their businesses. The conversation centers around the critical need to step outside of comfort zones to enhance visibilit...
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7:18
Fashion, Creative or Technical Nerd ? The Stories Behind Fashion
Main Theme:In this episode, we discuss how we identify; “creative nerds”, “fashion nerds” or “technical nerd”. We engage in a heartfelt discussion about our unique approaches to fashion and the significance of storytelling in desi...
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7:10
Culture, Wildlife, & Fashion: Traveling in Kenya
My trip to Kenya was absolutely amazing, especially my time at Masai Mara during the great migration. It was incredible to see thousands of animals moving across the land! I also noticed that the fashion in Kenya is changing; it’s got a bit...
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7:20
New York Frocktails Recap
In this episode, the hosts of Designers Plants & Coffee dive deep into the experience of attending Frocktails in New York City, highlighting the significance of authenticity and peace in the creative journey for designers.Key ...
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5:45
Embracing Modesty: A Journey from Runway to Entrepreneurship in Fashion
In this episode, we explore the inspiring journey of a modest fashion model who navigated the complexities of her career in an industry often at odds with her cultural and religious values. From her early beginnings influenced by fami...
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7:15
3 Things Your Website Needs
In today’s fast-paced digital world, your website is more than just an online address—it’s your storefront, portfolio, and primary tool for engaging visitors who decide in less than three seconds whether to stay!Join us on the De...
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5:49
Self Help Tips to Stay Motivated
In this episode, we explore effective strategies for designers to maintain motivation and authenticity in their creative work. We share insights on how to align daily practices with overarching goals, ensuring that passion and purpose guide eve...
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6:18
From 9-5 to Freedom: Starting Your Own Business with Style and Purpose!
Ready to break free from the 9-5 grind? Join Juwariya Abdul-Karim on the latest episode of The Designer’s Plants and Coffee podcast! 🎙️💚 She shares her inspiring journey from corporate architecture to entrepreneurship, sparked by a quest for cr...
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8:33
The Art of Quilting and Entrepreneurship
Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Jacqueline Bryant Campbell, a talented quilt artist from Washington, DC, who shares her remarkable journey into the quilting business. Jacqueline’s path to artistry was spa...
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5:40
Turn Upcycling Designer Bags Into A Profitable Business
In this episode, we sit down with Jennifer Moore, the creative force behind Clutches and Moore, as she shares her inspiring entrepreneurial journey. From a casual FaceTime call that sparked her passion for refurbishing bags to establishing a un...
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6:06
Ghana Travel Through the Lens of a Fashion Designer
Discovering Ghana: Fashion, History, and Cultural InsightsJourney into the heart of African fashion with Naima as she explores Ghana's vibrant design sceneLearn about the fascinating world of street tailors and their...
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