It all started with her wedding, where she wowed guests by handcrafting everything from table runners to fabric flowers. People loved it and told her to make a business out of it. So, she did, starting 'The Crafty Lass' in 2015.
Paula told us how she quit her normal 9-5 job and decided to follow her crafty dreams. She said:
“I wanted to teach, I wanted people to realise that they can make anything. Even ‘non-crafty’ people can make something that they can be really proud of. They just need time, to be shown how, and have reassurance that they are allowed to have crafty fun!”
At first, things were tough. One of her workshops got cancelled because not enough people signed up. But Paula didn't give up. She kept going, and her brand grew. She started doing workshops and working with big names like Kirstie Allsopp’s The Handmade Festival, Hobbycraft, Brother Sewing Machines, and Cricut.
During lockdown, Paula got back into drawing, something she loved in college. She started designing fabrics for the Craft Cotton Co., drawing inspiration from Northamptonshire's landscapes. Her designs became a hit, selling in stores like Hobbycraft and John Lewis.
Now, Paula has released several fabric collections. Paula loves teaching others about crafting. She hosts workshops and shares her skills to help people discover their creativity.
Find out more about The Crafty Lass.