Etsy Maine Team members come through yet again! Meet Katrina, a fiber fashionista, if you will. LOL
Name: Katrina Napolitan
Business Name(s): Amphitrite Studio
Date Business Was Opened: 2000
Types of Items Offered:
I offer natural fiber, one of a kind women's fashions &
accessories all handmade by myself in midcoast Maine.
Why did you decide to open/start your own business?:
I opened my own company to follow my passions! I started out
as a photographer and artist but my love for sewing and design took over.
As of 2012, I left my full time 'day job' to be able to focus more on my
company & my love of clothing. At the age of 33, I went back to college to
get my Associates in Science; Business major to help me run the business end of
it all to the best of my ability. Most of my life prior to now was spent
helping others pursue their business dreams. I've always worked for small
businesses and I'm happy to have helped them all, but now its time for
me! I wanted to pursue my own dream now.
What is your inspiration?:
My inspiration is Maine. I adore Maine, it's nature and it's
way of life. I like to pull colors found in nature into my designs. I get
inspiration for my fibers & fabrics from the falling powdery snow & the
sands of the beaches. I am inspired by the durability of Maine's people, the
comfort they seek and the style they deserve. All in all, this inspiration from
Maine is pulled into comfortable & stylish clothing, made of natural and
organic fibers, wearable for work or for play, pair-able with heels & pearls
or Jeans & boots.
What is your favorite item in your own shop?
My modal nighties are my favorite. I have one myself. They
are so incredibly soft and comfortable to wear, whether lounging around the
house or sleeping. The flirty edge makes you feel feminine, the soft draping
fabric makes you feel sexy, and all the while comfy as my boyfriends favorite
old t-shirt.
What is one piece of advice you would give to someone
looking into starting their own business?
Don't give up & stay positive! No matter what your daily
life brings, if your business is your passion, never give in and quit. If
things need to go on a back burner, they won't get any attention and they won't
grow. You need to focus on the SUCCESS of your business instead of small
failures. There will always be something that can bring you down, use those
times to think of all the awesome things you've gotten from your business. For
every one 'bad' customer, you have ten
Where can people find your goodies?:
I have an Etsy shop (www.amphitritestudio.etsy.com) where I sell most of my goods. I am starting to work the
event circuit in Maine more now, so I can be found through out the state at
those. I always link events to all my social media, so if you are a follower
you won't miss it! Locally, I have a studio set up in my home in Newcastle
Maine where I offer private viewings upon appointment. Also locally in Boothbay
Harbor you can find my scarves & gloves at Aura Hair Design (map and
address, http://binged.it/1cZnQiE)
Social Media/Website links:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/A_Studio
Linked In: http://www.linkedin.com/in/katrinanapolitan
Instagram: http://instagram.com/amphitrite_studio
Website: http://www.amphitritestudio.com/
Pintrest: http://www.pinterest.com/AStudioMaine/
Fashion Blog: https://amphitritestudio.wordpress.com
Fun Questions!
Favorite Color: Teal, Turquoise and most derivatives of.
Favorite Food: Coffee is my sustenance!
Favorite Vacation Spot: The woods, anywhere.
Favorite Book: The Giving Tree <3
Favorite Movie: So many to choose from! I'm a Princess Bride
fanatic, that's for sure, but I don't watch a ton of movies.
*****
What GREAT advice on starting your own business! Many words of wisdom, that's for sure! Thank you sooo very much for taking the time to do this little interview! I wish you nothing but continued joy and successes in ALL your endeavors!
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