The BackPorch Boutique: Hand Dyed Hemp, Hemp Wedding Dresses

Happyhippie.com interviewed Jaime of The BackPorch Boutique, a creative artisan who sews beautiful handmade hemp clothing.

When did you start and what got you started?

"I began sewing soon after my first Grateful Dead Show in 1994. I wanted a hippie dress more than anything, and asked for one for christmas. Instead of a dress, my mom bought me a pattern and some Fabric, and thus began my infatuation with sewing.
I am a self taught seamstress, with little direction/helo along the way. My designs have really evolved over the past 12 years. I am happy to have made the decision to GO GREEN with my Business. I have been online since 2000, and have had a focus on Hand dyed Hemp Since 2004."

Why do you love what you do?

"I have a serious PASSION for art, fabric, and design. Everyone has the ability to send a positive message, and I am fortunate enough to be able to do it through my clothing:)

We are a Very environmentally conscious family, and strive to BE GREEN on a daily Basis!! As a Family We believe in Mother Nature and I love that I can incorporate that into my business! I believe I have a responsibility to spread the BE GREEN message!
ANd if thats not enough, I am also able to be a stay at home mom to my daughter. "

 

 

Do you have a business philosophy?

"Work hard, nothing comes for free...Anything is possible with a little hard work, a LOT of determintion and a BIG Dream."

What are some of your best selling items?

"Wow, thats a tough one. My own original dress pattern are definitely my Trademark at The BackPOrch BOutique and they are always a big seller...skirts always do well too. And, with chilly weather on its way, pants are a very big seller right now."

Jaime continues," I have had countless requests for Hemp Wedding Dresses.. I am working on a couple now, and they should be available for purchase by Jan. Of 2008.

I owe a lot to my customers, Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, The BackPorch Boutique has come a long way, and because of you I am able to continue on this artistic journey. "

 

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