insideKENT Magazine Issue 115 - November 2021 | Page 209

BUSTING WITH FESTIVE FLAIR , JESS MARSHALL SHOWCASES CHRISTMAS IDEAS FROM KENT ’ S INDE-PRENEURS ...
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BUSTING WITH FESTIVE FLAIR , JESS MARSHALL SHOWCASES CHRISTMAS IDEAS FROM KENT ’ S INDE-PRENEURS ...
Bare Brownies
If you have anyone in your life as obsessed with chocolate as all of us at iKHQ , then look no further than Bare Brownies , as this little business provides the perfect Christmas gifts that will blow your loved ones socks off . Started in the beginning of lockdown by trained chef Frankie Bowden , these organic , ooey gooey treats are the culmination of a lifelong dream , hard work , and many experimental hours in the kitchen . Using only the finest quality ingredients around , Frankie shared with us what she has learned since starting her small business ; ‘ I never thought in depth about all the different things you have to do , and have in place when owning a business , it ’ s definitely opened my eyes .’ Though the small business learning curve was steep , that hasn ’ t stopped Frankie dreaming big for Bare Brownies ; with plans to launch Christmas boxes and hampers in time for the big day , and plans to open her own bakery shop in 2022 . When we asked Frankie what she loves most about owning Bare Brownies , she joyfully replied ; ‘ I love more than anything making people happy with my brownies , getting positive feedback just fills me with happiness !’
www . barebrownies . co . uk bare _ brownies
Bears by Emma Jane
This Christmas , we cannot think of a sweeter gift for a child you love than a cuddly bear from Bears by Emma Jane . The vintage teddy bear-inspired small businesses started around 5 years ago , when Emma Fowler fell in love with the art of needle felting . This passion soon snowballed into regular bear making , and when she realised people loved them even more than she did , the idea to start selling them soon became a reality . Made with the same love , care and materials as classic teddy bears , Emma has been sharing the vintage toy love with children far and wide . But running a small business can ’ t be all teddy bears and rainbows , Emma explained ‘ I have learnt that running a small business takes a lot of hard work , patience and effort . Your reputation is everything !’ When we went on to ask Emma what the best part of her job was , she gave a response that wouldn ’ t have been out of place in Santa ’ s workshop ; ‘ I just love the excitement of creating a new bear . Each bear is uniquely different as they have their own personalities that people can love and cherish forever .’
Shop : Canterbury Makers By Emma Jane
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The Dazzler Co .
Fun , vibrant and bursting with colour , The Dazzler Co . is the perfect place to find Christmas presents for anyone who loves decking out their home in pastel coloured greatness . Started by a simple trip to an antique shop , best friends Amber Jenner and Becky Sage quickly realised they could combine their love of unique interiors with their passion for eye-catching colour . Growing into a thriving business that sells everything from candy-coloured candlesticks to rainbow-inspired dried flower arrangements and delicately vivid glass vases , The Dazzler Co . has been going from strength to strength from its inception . With a growing wholesale business and a thriving website , the ladies are now looking ahead to what could be in store for The Dazzler Co . in 2022 , which just might include expanding their fun and fantastical product line . When we asked why the pair think this passion project has turned into such a successful business , the response was resounding ; ‘ The Dazzler Co . doesn ’ t feel like work for us , we ’ re so in love with our brand and both have Dazzler Co . products on display in our homes . The other great thing about Dazzler Co . is that we ’ re best friends .’
www . thedazzlerco . com thedazzlerco
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