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As a 13-year shop owner herself, Heidi Kaisand understands the challenges and opportunities that come with running a retail business. Whether you’ve been in the industry for years or are just starting out, the Creative Retailer Roundtable offers a wealth of resources, practical advice, and fresh ideas to help you thrive. A discussion group that will give you the encouragement and support you need.  Engage with like-minded individuals who are passionate about creativity, retail and success.
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Shop Back Issues of Creative retailer magazine

Explore topics covered by business experts to inspire, motivate, and guide your shop to success.

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Podcast: Attention all creative souls and small business owners!

Listen as Darrin Stern and Heidi Kaisand delve into Heidi’s background, discussing her early quilting [...]

Delightful Dreams by Josie

The quilting industry is full of generous people donating their time and talent to help [...]

5 Inventory Management Tips for Quilt & Sewing Stores

The basic formula for success of any retail establishment is to have a product that [...]

Take The Mystery Out of Starting Your Shop

Opening a new business is a lot of work. It takes time, money, and effort. [...]

Digital Fabric Demystified

In 2018, QT Fabrics updated our production process from traditional screen printing to digital printing. [...]

Creativation by NAMTA, March 2024 – Join NAMTA today and save 50% on dues, attend the show for free!

The can’t-miss trade show for the creative materials industry. Creativation by NAMTA brings together fine [...]

What is a Stripology Ruler?

When Gudrun began quilting at 23 years old, she immediately fell in love with the [...]

Quilts for Kids 

As we begin our annual appeal this year, we want to thank everyone who contributed last year. We exceeded [...]

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