About this podcast
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
The newest 20 of 45 episodes
- Season Pause, What We’re Working On, and How to Stay Connected · 5 min · Season 2 Episode 10Send a text As we wrap up this season of the Designers, Plants & Coffee Podcast, we’re sharing a little “what we’re working on” behind the scenes—and why we’re taking a short…
- Stop Undercharging for Your Products · 12 min · Season 2 Episode 9Send a text 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…
- Dealing with Grief as a Creative: how to grieve, grow, and keep your momentum · 20 minSend a text 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…
- Sewing is My Therapy: Rituals, Resetting & Real Talk from the Sewing Room · 11 min · Season 2 Episode 7Send a text 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…
- Sewing Class Fails: What We Learned from Teaching Beginners · 13 min · Season 2 Episode 6Send a text 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…
- Joann Has Closed. Big 4 Patterns Are Liquidating. What Now? · 13 min · Season 2 Episode 5Send a text 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…
- Collaboration Over Competition: What Makes a Collab Actually Work? · 12 min · Season 2 Episode 4Send a text 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…
- Beginner’s Guide to Sewing with Confidence: Tips, Tools & Teaching Stories · 14 min · Season 2 Episode 3Send a text This episode of Designers, Plants, and Coffee dives into the rewarding world of sewing, exploring how learning new techniques and teaching others boosts confidence…
- Curves, Confidence & Creativity: Designing for the Body You Have · 17 min · Season 2 Episode 2Send a text 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…
- Sewing Business Struggles? You’re Not Alone! Our Sewing Journey's · 18 min · Season 2 Episode 1Send a text 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…
- Season Wrap up · 7 minSend a text 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…
- Sustainable Fashion: Upcycling Denim · 10 minSend a text 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…
- Ways to Make Your Fashion Business Sustainable · 6 minSend a text In this episode we explore eco-friendly practices within the fashion industry, emphasizing sustainable dyeing methods and material sourcing. It highlights innovative…
- Struggles of Being an Introverted Business Owner · 7 minSend a text In this episode, we explore the unique challenges introverted business owners encounter when it comes to promoting their businesses. The conversation centers around…
- Fashion, Creative or Technical Nerd ? The Stories Behind Fashion · 7 minSend a text 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…
- Culture, Wildlife, & Fashion: Traveling in Kenya · 7 minSend a text 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…
- New York Frocktails Recap · 6 minSend a text 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…
- Embracing Modesty: A Journey from Runway to Entrepreneurship in Fashion · 7 minSend a text 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…
- 3 Things Your Website Needs · 6 minSend a text 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…
- Self Help Tips to Stay Motivated · 6 minSend a text 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…
