From Fashion to Freedom: How Christine Lindebak Built a Creative Sewing Business She Loves
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Show Notes
What happens when you walk away from a dream career in fashion to pursue a life of freedom, creativity, and true joy?
In this episode, I chat with Christine Lindebak, a talented garment sewist, pattern designer, and upcycling advocate who left the high-end retail world of Rodeo Drive to build a more meaningful creative business—on her own terms.
Christine shares her inspiring journey of transitioning from luxury fashion to sewing and teaching full-time. Now living in Spain, she works where and when she wants, creating one-of-a-kind pieces and encouraging others to sew boldly and sustainably.
We talk about:
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Why she walked away from a picture-perfect career
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The unexpected things that helped her find success
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How upcycling fuels her creativity and purpose
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What it really takes to build a creative business you love
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Encouragement for anyone considering a big leap into their passion
If you've ever dreamed of starting a creative career—or wondered if it's worth the risk—this episode is a must-listen. Christine is proof that the hard work is real, but the reward is so worth it.
🎧 Tune in now and get ready to be inspired!
🎧 Resources & Links:
- Christine's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sewingandthecity/
- 📧 FloDesk – My favorite email platform! It's beautiful, beginner-friendly, and one of the most affordable options for creatives. Try it for 50% off your first year. 👉 Click here to check it out
- 🎓 Kajabi – The all-in-one platform I use to host my courses and memberships. It's powerful, intuitive, and perfect for creators who want to build and scale with ease. 👉 Click here to start your free trial