Thryfter Thursday 4.20
Hey friends! Today we are honored to introduce Emma Hughes, the founder of @Thrifty.sunflowers, as our guest for this week’s Thryfter Thursday blog segment! We are so lucky to have clients from all over the country. Emma is a small business owner based out of upstate New York, and even though she sells various garments, you’ll be able to spot here and there why her name has “sunflowers” in them… Emma loves flowers, and some of her love for them is reflected in the floral clothing she sells. Let’s dive in and learn more about Emma and the inspiration behind @Thrifty.sunflowers!
We are always so inspired by people who decide to start a business and actually fall through with it. Tell us more about how you started your business journey and what inspired you?
“Other thrifters inspired me and have lifted me up and supported me!”
We love to hear that! We have found the community of thrifters we are a part of to be very supportive and collaborative. It’s truly a great community to be a part of. Is there any advice you’d give fellow business owners or people looking to start their own businesses?
“Never stop trying even if it doesn’t take off right away”
Speaking of not taking off right away, how did you first market your business when it was brand new?
“I used Facebook, my personal Instagram and I was an extra in giveaways! And some other thrift friends would post my content sometimes!”
As you may know, success doesn’t always come easy and without a few hiccups! What has been the biggest challenge you’ve had to overcome?
“People telling me to stop and that it won’t work”
Well, we hope that you are able to block the noise and focus on your passion and purpose. We are glad that you are here today and never gave up! Well, the previous answer is a great segway to this next question: what keeps you motivated to keep going?
“The thrifting community”
We loved to learn about how the thrifting community has kept you inspired and accountable not to give up. We’d love to know, who is someone else that you’d consider a role model?
“Harry Styles because he doesn’t care what anyone says and he is super understanding and so kind to everyone. And he goes outside the bounds of gender!”
We love Harry Styles over here too, and I can totally see why you’d consider him a role model! Well, highlighting your success is what this is all about. Can you tell us about a recent success you are proud of?
“I sold out a few different items on my latest feed drop which felt so good!”
That’s honestly so exciting and we are so proud of you! Speaking of feed drops, do you have any upcoming drops you’d like to feature?
“I might be doing a story sale next week! But my most recent drop from last week still has a few items available!”
We are so excited that you are a Thryft Ship customer and use our services to make shipping easier for you. How long have you been using Thryft Ship and how did you hear about us?
“About 4-6 months now and I found out about you guys through another thrifter”
We are so glad that another thrifter was so happy with our services that they recommended that you use our services!
To close things off with some final words…what’s your go-to motto?
“Do what you love no matter what!”
