STUDIO VLOG 🌧 The Truth: Do I Regret moving into a big studio? A Heart To Heart~ Small Business Vlog

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Today we have a little bit of a heart to heart, and I discuss the thoughts of self-doubt going through my mind as business slows down, I have been documenting this journey weekly, and the highs and lows of running a small business!
This is certianly a more worrying side to small business, and often times it is romantisized as being relaxing, beautiful, aesthetic and although it can be all those things, it can also be worrisome, stressful and cause alot of sleepless nights!
I hope you have enjoyed this studio vlog
Ill see you all very soon
YOU DA BEST
Love,
Catherine
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[@pinkgirly713]

I would love an actual Katnipp Cafe where I could drink a cozy latte and browse all of your fabulous products!

[@laetitiar2364]

Summer is always slow business, except for bars around beaches... Keep hope, christmas is always a good moment for us! And you'll need that space!

[@KatnippStudios]

heheh thank you so much! I think its almost nice although worrying though, because you can take the time to rest to and re-evaluate! which is harder to do when its so busy!

[@laetitiar2364]

@@KatnippStudios Yes !! You can also think what products to do next! Why not doing a limited edition of something? Could give a boost?

[@ClayDisarray]

Blimey, I'm so glad I've a home based studio. Weighing up the pros and cons of a larger studio must be a nightmare. 😬 I'm sure things will pick up after summer as it's generally SO quiet for creatives. Good luck!

[@KatnippStudios]

Fingers crossed! I still am so new in business, this being only my second full time year in business, so its all about learning the pros and cons!

[@savannahscribbles]

I think moments of self doubt are inevitable for small business owners, but what matters is how you push through that! Belief in yourself takes you a long way, and we're always here to support you however we can 💕 Watching your business grow and seeing you move from studio to studio so quickly has honestly been so inspiring for me personally. Anything is possible 🥰

[@VanirCreations]

ive just moved out 3 months ago and its much quieter! summer is always like this ( before the pandemic ) things will pick up again!

[@diarts4458]

I’ve been thinking of renting out a studio space for a while, but money keeps holding me back. It’s a vicious circle: I would feel more motivated in a studio and be much more productive (whereas it’s almost zero productivity at home) and with that earning more money, but it’s being daring and taking that plunge. That’s what I love about you. You don’t just talk about it; you plan, you do and you succeed! A true inspiration to us all 🥰😘

[@mrs.quills7061]

Could you section off a space in your home or redo a whole room so it becomes a focus sanctuary?

[@diarts4458]

@@mrs.quills7061 I have a studio in my spare room, which worked for a while, but there can be too many distractions at home and I’ve lost my motivation. I’m working on getting it back.

[@takkat24]

I'm a newer subscriber but I'm really loving this channel. I've just recently started getting onto digital art and making my own stickers. KZbin actually recommended me to watch this channel, and I thought, yeah...why not. But I'm glad I did. I'll keep watching it, you're such an inspiration.

[@leeraxd]

Katnipp grew SO SO FAST. I remember watching one of your first really popular videos when you had about 9K subscribers! That being said, you will always have your fanbase here on KZbin and Patreon for sure. So although the Etsy business might be slow, you've done an amazing job in just a year or 2 to grow a fanbase and that's super important! If Etsy isn't where the money is coming in, maybe focus more on KZbin because we all absolutely LOVE your content here. There's definitely a lot of burn out in the artist community. I'm struggling as well with sales, but in some ways that pushes me to try other things and reinvent my brand! We are both graphic designers as well, so don't feel like you can't take on a project or two from some clients if things get tough. Stay strong! We'll get through the hurdle!

[@MOMOHEARTS]

I understand when the pandemic happened I lost my studio because I lost my job, I was an after-school teacher and my only income since I wasn't making money from my art rarely or at all. I was so sad and upset cause I went through so much in the process of having to end my lease early. I had big plans for that studio since my room at my mom's place wasn't big enough for me, my fiance, and my kid then my art career before we moved back into our new place. My studio was for my college stuff and my art career and I was planning on making studio vlogs as well in there since I didn't have to worry about interruptions, etc. I don't regret it either the process of having given me more motivation to have another one in the future though this time I'm planning on one build in our backyard when we buy our first home!

[@Fawaii]

I’m so happy to be available to see your videos again (It was a very difficult 3 months for me and my son who was hospitalized, but thank God we have already returned home). my Etsy store was closed all that time. And I had doubts about reopening but I listened to you and I realize that it is good to have moments of doubts, the important it’s move forward. Thank you 💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@PB-yf6or]

may God bless you tenfold 🤍

[@Fawaii]

@@PB-yf6or Thank yo mi so much 💜 🙏

[@KatnippStudios]

I really hope your son is recovering well, Im sending all my love

[@Fawaii]

@@KatnippStudios thank you 💜💜💜💜

[@c.f.callier]

I appreciate that you're willing to share all of the aspects of being a small business owner, thank you!

[@starbrown1219]

So very generous of you to share aspects of your business that are more personal. You have created such a fun environment to watch.

[@zoeb6778]

As an artist and a vendor at markets, sales are all over the place! I may sell just 1 item all day or 20 on another. Those slow days sometimes make me doubt my decision to become a full time artist and small business. But I have to remind myself on those days when I get lovely comments from people of how much they love my pieces & especially those returning customers! I've only been doing this full time for 7 mths, so still a newbie. Thank you for sharing your ups and downs. Makes me feel not so alone on this path. 😊

[@micaela.herrera]

After working in retail for a bit, you're right please remember things get slower in summer (people are on vacation) and after Christmas. You're doing great :-)

[@HeyGuncle]

Chin up buttercup! The holiday season is right around the corner and we’ll all be so busy! This summer has been exceptionally slow because people are buck wild enjoying the outdoors after long lock downs. So many different types of businesses are quiet, even my hairdresser friends from my past career. Travel and accommodations are booming because people are out and about. Autumn and Winter will boom. 😊

[@HeyGuncle]

P.S. You have an incredible deal on that massive studio space! It would costs thousands a month here in the states. I’m envious! 😊❤️

[@Tita_ghb]

I hope you can eventually upgrade to a subscription box every so often, like on September have a seasonal box where we can get some of your seasonal designs, I would definitely buy

[@DigidesignresortIsland]

Growing from a small business into a bigger business is always frightening! You are doing a wonderful job and this time will pass! I'm sure you'll get it all sorted. Good luck!

[@botje124]

I am always glad someone tells the honest story about their business. I really envy you and your business, but of course succes comes with struggles. Happy to hear so much about it, thank you! 🥰 Love your channel so much!

[@leighvii]

Oh my gosh I just freaking adore you! The soft pastels of your entire personality is amazing 👏😍

[@KatnippStudios]

Oh my gosh heheheh thank you so so much 😭🌱 what a beautful comment YOU DA BEST

[@ivyyuuki1805]

as far as not too many sales , we're all noticing it! not just you. I personally am spending a bit on socializing atm because of us coming out of lockdown in the uk so i dont have the spare money to spend on stationary etc ( honestly devastating ! ) but it should start picking up

[@nematarot]

Sending out a physical newsletter is so smart! 🤯 I’m always seeing stuff telling me I should have an email list but I’ve been resisting it, and this is a perfect alternative! And those Marshy stickers are sooooooo cute 🥺💕🍰 edit: i just got to the part where you mentioned the rude comment about your coffee- I LOVE seeing the drinks that people make in their vlogs! ☕️ coffee is such a decadent drink, and any vlog that starts with closeups of coffee or tea being made hook me immediately.

[@finelimedesigns]

I always appreciate how transparent you are! It can be so easy to fall into a comparison trap with other businesses similar to your own (I also live in a coastal city and have a similar business to yours) when you don't get to see what's going on behind the scenes but I never feel like that with your videos because you're so open about everything - good and bad! I love hearing how your challenges are both similar and different to mine and how you deal with them. My product sales have been soooo slow this summer but I've decided to spend more time on doing commissions and bigger design project work and prepping for the holiday season. It will pick up before we know it!

[@johnbubu8310]

You are not alone. Our UK online sales plummeted hugely from 14th April. It's a struggle :(

[@knivesnflowers]

would suggest the lavazza my way machine subscriptions for the studio - you get the machine for £1 and just pay for the capsule subscription over x amount of months at the same price as usual. we got the one with the milk frother over lockdown and really love it!!

[@Chelseabug26]

watching to transform from the small studio to this one has been a pleasure to see your journey. Your business is growing and like you stated you wouldnt have room for all the stuff you can do now.

[@TheArtofMar]

Hello~💛💖💖 thank you so much for being open and honest with whatever you're going through as a shop owner! It really gives comfort knowing that as humans we really go through these times, but still we keep going and looking forward for exciting things to come. Rooting for you that one day you will get your own Katnipp building! Thank you for being such a huge inspiration for the sticker and stationery community! You are one of the people I look up to ^^ Thank you!!!

[@EmmaLouUK]

It’s been so quiet for my business too and the worry is just so much :( I’m so thankful for you sharing that you also feel sorry about it and that you’re also seeing a slow down in sales ❤️

[@LaserCutProjects]

You've come such a long way Catherine and you have been an incredible, invaluable, role model to small business owners. I have seen your videos on and off since the very beginning and you have shined and grown 💕 My small business has been doing incredibly slowly as well, and in a way, I'm glad for that because I can focus on making educational crafting videos for my subscribers. There is always a silver lining !

[@KatnippStudios]

Oh my gosh thank you so so much my lovely, yes your totally right, the quietness allows me some personal time t o travel and re-evaluate and work on new projects also were getting married eheheh so Im not too stressed with everything ehhe

[@leighvii]

You are such an inspiration to my own studio vlog journey here on KZbin 🌿☺ Thank you so much for always being so open and honest with us! I really appreciate it. Seeing all the good, bad and ugly! It's human xx

[@KatnippStudios]

Oh my goodness thank you so so much! I wish you all the best with your studio vlogs too, it really means the world, I hope you get some insights out of it!

[@cutepolish]

I just signed up for your Marshie Mail Club on Patreon to help support you 💖 Thank you for creating such fun, inspiring, and positive content! 🥰 I always look forward to your new uploads~ xo Sandi

[@KatnippStudios]

Oh my goodnesss thank you so so fricken much! I really really hope you enjoy the little tiers! The next one is going to be Gingie and Spice inspired! 🌷🌷🥳👰🏼‍♀️

[@mintyjere9634]

im going to embark on a new journey of launching my own small biz brand and you are one of my inspiration 💕 I enjoy watching your vids and fantasize of achieving my dream like you did 😊 pls continue to do what you do best as you’re inspiring loads of people like me 🙏 thank you

[@mandy7674]

I can't watch this atm but I plan to watch it later with a Tesco meal deal while waiting for my train 😅. Just wanted to say whatever you say in your video, thank you for your honesty and for always being real about your journey. Xxx

[@lisazijlstra15]

Agreed! Have a nice day lovely, travel safe! X

[@leighvii]

You are so cute! Isn't she epic!!! Been such an inspiration to me 🥳💗

[@KatnippStudios]

Oh my gosh, you guys! I could bloody KISS YOU GUYS

[@jennysiscrafts]

You have done amazing! I think people often don’t realise what a huge lap or is to be able to go from or king on your own to earning enough to employ someone and moving into a studio. You is awesome! Xx

[@KatnippStudios]

Oh my gosh thank you so much! It is really scary when i think about it hehehe, but Im so happy Ive done it, hopefully we can just grow more and more!

[@jennysiscrafts]

@@KatnippStudios today a big studio, tomorrow the world... or rather a really huge building with lots of mini units in so you can create an artisan market! xxx

[@MarieA787]

Buy a house a have your studio there and used the money for renting in paying your own house. Smart Money ✌

[@CoolStorytellersLounge]

That’s the dream! Work out of your home

[@KatnippStudios]

I personally, didn't like working from home, which Is why I moved out BUT it would be totally different if I had like maybe a Unit or insustrial warehouse with a home next to it, I would LOVE that, I definately would like my own Mortgage for Katnipp eventually! I think thats a good route in future!

[@heatherhartillustration]

@@KatnippStudios I live in an art community on the Olympic Peninsula near Seattle, most everyone here works out of an ADU (Additional Dwelling Unit) for their studio. It's really nice as you still feel like you are going to work and then actually leaving work. Also, when you no longer use it as a studio, you can rent it out to summer visitors!

[@mochibear8933]

@@KatnippStudios what about a property where you could convert a garage/cabin office studio/ extension? You have that extra degree of Separation to physically taking up a room within your home & feel like you never leave/always have work around you etc? You can add value to your property too, space can be easily converted to gym, granny annexe etc for future buyers. Still going out for lunch or a walk at lunchtime etc & seeing people helps with the isolation stuck at home factor. Or time saved travelling opens up extra time to do something social out of work & help this too. You're a smart cookie, I envision you continuing to grow & grow. There are always risks & learning curves :)

[@mrs.quills7061]

@@mochibear8933 that’s a good idea. Make some room a separate space for creativity and work. It may be hard for her to focus though at home (too many temptations to procrastinate and then you worry about housework and other things).

[@rachelwren5274]

Thanks for the openness & honesty. I wondered if you considered self-storage for your plushies if you find you run out of space? You could have some on hand, some stored locally somewhere maybe

[@conquestadventure]

I think getting out Halloween stuff asap will give your traffic a big boost! I feel like everywhere people are so excited for fall and ready to start getting their festive goodies!

[@glendasummerlingraham677]

Thanks for your honest sharing. As a newbie in the business world of creativity you inspire me to keep plugging along towards my goals.

[@KatnippStudios]

Oh my gosh this makes me so happy thank you so so much 😭🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷

[@annavannoni]

Catherine you keep being you! Can't wait for Momento Mori vlog!

[@HelenMcLean]

Hi Catherine, thanks for sharing and I hope you're all managing where you are x

[@beyourselfstudios]

I’m so happy that you got the bigger studio, I’m sure business will pick up after summer✨ You got this! It has made me so happy to see you and katnipp grow these past few years and I’m so excited for where the future leads✨ Can’t wait to see the new plushies!

[@KatnippStudios]

Heheh thank you so so much for being on the journey with us! Hehehe I’m happy too! 🤩🌷🌷🌷🌷

[@Stephh2425]

Thanks for always sharing so openly. I’m sure it’s hugely helpful to those looking to build their small businesses. For comparison sake, there are no spaces available here for anywhere near 1k pounds per month, and leases are generally 3-5 years. Chin up, I think things will pick up after the Summer - Summer is slow for many businesses. Steph

[@bloowabbit6414]

Having your own studio would certainly push you, a great motivator to keep your creative brain ticking. All the best to you and Dean on your wedding day 💕

[@margaretowuadey]

Thank you for always sharing each stage in your journey Catherine. You are an inspiration and so sweet. x

[@KatnippStudios]

Oh my goodness thank you so so much! I hope someone gets some insights of running a business in real time! heheh ~ YOU DA BEST

[@azzuparis]

You are simply beautiful, in and out! I’m sure things will go back to normal very soon. ❤️❤️

[@KatnippStudios]

Oh my goodness what a lovely thing to say thank you so much! 🥲🌷🌷🌷🌷

[@azzuparis]

@@KatnippStudios 💖

[@cheekyminds]

You are so amazing and inspirational! Thank you for being so honest and sharing your business adventures with us. I hope everything picks up to where you find yourself renting the whole building for your business!

[@EmmaCarpenterIllustration]

Thank you for continuing to share your journey Catherine and happy belated birthday to Emily 🥳🎉

[@liiisajarviiis]

I'm from Newcastle and your accent intrigues me, its like geordie and yorkshire at the same time! lovely :)

[@KatnippStudios]

heheheh well we are right in the middle of Yorkshire and Newcastle hahah so that probably explains it hehe, its weird isn't it! 🤣

[@liiisajarviiis]

@@KatnippStudios ok well that makes sense lol

[@JtruUk]

The highs and the lows is all part of the business I'm sure and I have good faith you will be fine Catherine. Can;t wait for the next video! x

[@KatnippStudios]

heheh thank you so so much! Fingers crossed heheh!

[@carlamateus293]

Thanks for showing this side of running a business, I really think your future self will be happy with your decision to get the studio 😊

[@KatnippStudios]

heheh yes hopefully! It will be fun to see where we are in the future and what future me thinks of my decision hehe

[@MsMoem]

The journey towards your wedding has seemed so fast, despite the lockdown. Exciting times!! And good for for being so vulnerable about your business - you will get there!!

[@MsMoem]

@Nook Small I think she said 3 weeks until she get married!!

[@ghostbunnymae]

I’m always excited to see what you push out for Halloween and Christmas. Things will definitely pick up for you, don’t stress, just enjoy the ride. 😊💕

[@MISSLEONAJB]

Hey Catherine 🤗 thanks for your openness and honesty - I really do hope things pick up for you ☺️ xxx

[@TheGiddyStitcher]

This was really interesting, especially the part where you share the actual cost of your space. I'm local (that's how I found your channel) and literally walked by your building at the weekend and wondered about the prices but they're difficult to find! That's all far in the future for me anyway but still good to get a rough idea of what these things take. I'm sure things will pick up again soon, it seems like creative businesses have struggled across the board this summer. Have a great time in the Lakes!

[@KatnippStudios]

heheh thank you so much my lovely heheh

[@sheilaperl4155]

Love your video, I hope things pick up!

[@ResourcesWithMarie]

Marshie Mail looks so adorable but July and August are normally slow remember Christmas is around the corner and with new plushies the sales will pick up for sure hopefully your shop will continue to progress.

[@deemalkiasworld]

So cccuuutee :) love your vlogs you inspired me to start one too!

[@Nomadicallyirish]

Sending you all the love and support!! Hopefully sales will pick up soon and you can stay in your beautiful studio! 🥰🤎🤎

[@KatnippStudios]

Thank you so so much! Fingers crossed! Ill do everything to make it work, i love our studio! 🌱

[@monkandmarple]

It's easy for me to say as I'm not in your position but I think your business will be just fine! You'll definitely make up for the lack of sales at Christmas, and the fact that you are breaking into other markets is great. Your plushies will sell like wildfire and if you start making jewelry, that's a whole other niche you'll get into. Also, if you do more Katnipp home goods like the drink tumblers you designed and things like that, that's just another market that you'll be exposed to, and you better believe I'll be buying some Bumblebutt drink tumblers! I would also buy all the hoodies and t-shirts you make if that's something you ever want to consider. Socks! Ball caps! Gloves! Scrunchies! I'll take it all!! Keep up the good work- your art is very cute and original and one of a kind! Can't wait to order my Bumblebutt plushie! :) ❤️

[@teesvalleyarts8139]

Loads of support for us from us downstairs in the Redcar Palace x

[@KatnippStudios]

heheh thank you so much guys!

[@DyzghinandLynx]

I love the little grocery segments… it makes me miss living in birkenhead :’(

[@lillyjordan2331]

I really actually like the clips of you making coffee, it’s really relaxing☺️, it would be really cool even if you maybe made a video of you making your go to drinks for work, although I know that’s not really the content you usually make😅 A really nice and relaxing video as always💜

[@KatnippStudios]

Hehehe aww thank you so much! To be honest at the moment it’s iced coffee or juice hehehehe 🤣🤣🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷

[@DottyDelightful]

Thanks for sharing, its a weird one at the moment, everything is slowing with the sunshine, things opening up etc, an idea for you, how about renting a shop space with workshop/studio space at the back, sh you could have an amazing Katnipp shop where folks can come in and buy (that would give extra revenue) and the rent might be cheaper, I guess its hard though after you have just done all the work to get it looking beautiful

[@chiarastone2317]

If you have a pension fund or you start to save into one, my accountant was telling me about a SIP fund where if you buy a building for your business and use your pension fund the government will match it 50/50

[@francesscapiedra9355]

Awesome honest talk, great vlog! Now I kind of want to upgrade my Patreon 😅😆 Love your illustrations!

[@gabsyall]

owwww sweetie! you made my heart feel very warm with this one. i’ve been watching your vlogs since day 1, since the very beginning (i can’t believe it’s been 3 years, wth!!!). and i think i’ve never actually replied to any of your videos. during today’s vlog, i was reminiscing on how proud i’ve felt of you. how exciting it’s been watching you (and katnipp) grow and accomplish all those big milestones you've accomplished so far. i love how transparent you are, and i cant wait to see you shine even more! you’ve got this! im rooting for you from afar!!!🌸✨🌼🌷🐝 much love, xx💖

[@leighvii]

Same!! I've been watching since the first 3k subs!!! She is such an inspiration to my own studio vlog journey 💗

[@KatnippStudios]

Oh my goshhhhh thank you so so so much this is honestly so heartwarming I can't believe it, thank you so much for all the support, it means so so mcuh! THANK YOU FOR ALL THE SUPPORT oh my goodness, I really couldn't do this without you guys!

[@AbsoluteYana_Official]

hopefully soon you will achieve that dream dear of owning your own building...it will come soon!!

[@KatnippStudios]

Thank you so so much! 😍🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷

[@noeleenbyrne5197]

Happy belated birthday Emily, 🎂🥳

[@KatnippStudios]

heheh

[@siyostudios8542]

Thank you for being so real & transparent! I've been contemplating renting out a studio, but my sales have also pretty slow atm, so I'm waiting to bite the bullet. I started watching your videos a few years ago & your videos have been so inspiring to running my own shop. Things will definitely pick up again in the fourth quarter so keep going!

[@KatnippStudios]

Oh my goodness thank you so so much, hopefully sales will pick up for us both! Fingers crossed!

[@JessiTheBestiGaming]

My husband is a tattoo artist, and his slowest months are summer. We go from making 20k a month, to about 11k in the summer. Everyone says Christmas is slowest, but Christmas we usually make even more money.

[@b_r_a_n]

i thought christmas is the best time for every business?!

[@JessiTheBestiGaming]

@@b_r_a_n service based business is different

[@Chiccaboom611]

You are fabulous🌸💗💕 This is so helpful! I can’t wait for the Halloween stuff💕💗🌸

[@eveFlower101]

Have you ever considered print on demand companies such as printful to expand your brand into clothing? Your character would look great on t-shirts and hoodies ❤️

[@f.hausmann]

I think the running costs should not be so high, because that puts pressure and that hinders creativity.❣️

[@vanessawalker690]

oh my stars, every time I watch your videos I NEED an iced coffee!!

[@lisazijlstra15]

Studio vlog!!🤩🤩🤩

[@leighvii]

Oh my goodness! I have just subbed to you! You make such cute videos ☺🌿

[@KatnippStudios]

Heheheh i hope you enjoy it!

[@lisazijlstra15]

@@leighvii aaaah thank you so much!

[@kpsfineart-DreamingBearStudio]

Hi Katherine, I am so glad to hear that you do not regret it and it always nice to see you, your business and your team are growing together. I almost closed my shop this summer due to bad sales. If I don't save enough I can not be able to pay rent in the winter time which is very dark and long it means there are no visitors and sales. since it was very tough to survive last winter it was really crazy and I got really depressed and discouraged. I doubt a lot myself and the decision I've made but I don't regret that either because I learnt a lot from this and also grow a lot. I just need to make more sales and grow my art business a little bigger so I don't suffer too much and spend more time to get better artist. Still its tough but my awesome landlord came to visit me last week from California and we talked about it I am so glad that my landlords are very kind and love my art so we can trade with my art by reducing the rent in the winter time. Hope I can survive the winter fine and have good sales next summer. I wish I can have more times and energy to focus on creating art and KZbin too but with 4 kids it's hard enough. Anyways we are all working hard here to support each other and I am so thankful for that. You are someone's hero or dream or sunshine. Love you and it was very nice to hear your thoughts and opinion. Love all your new cards, stickers and your cute studio as always. You are my dream. Have a great week.^n^

[@KatnippStudios]

Im so so sorry you've had a tough time, I just wanted to say thank you so so much for sharing your experience and your beautiful words, it really means so so much, this also could help someone in a similar situation, I really hope it picks up for you and you get a nice comfortable winter, you have alot on your plate especially with 4 children too!

[@watercolourartincapetown2919]

I looooove postage stamps and postcards!!

[@Paperinparadise]

That seems cheap for the size space you have compared to US. TYPICALLY COMMERCIAL SPACE HERE IS ABOUT $3000-4000 us dollars depending on location and size and they make you sign 5 year leases so that becomes very scary. Your doing great, always ups and downs and your doing a great job

[@KatnippStudios]

Holy MOLEY a 5 year lease?!?! What the heck that is SO long! Business changes so rapidly as well I feel lucky to have the contract we have here! Xxxx

[@froggy0165]

5 year leases are not common for small commercial space, maybe for a large warehouse space or something like that. And costs vary upon location just like every country

[@divyasawhney3]

I Love the texture of your greeting cards. Did you remember what the type of paper is called? By the way love all your products and your videos are wonderful to watch 💕

[@itslinslife]

yes. having own studio sounds brilliant

[@KatnippStudios]

heheh 🌱

[@pixyapple]

I have never watched you befor and from first watching this video im inlove with your videos they are so cute and entertaining for some reason to me

[@KatnippStudios]

Oh my goodness heheh welcome to the Marshie Fam! I hope you enjoy it here! heheh thank you so so much YOU DA BEST

[@lizwidner1208]

I love your videos!!! When my finances get a bit better, I totally want to sign up for your Patreon! 😊💖

[@redkyote1863]

So excited for my Marshie Mail to arrive! I’m sure sales will pick up a lot with the plushies coming in, fingers crossed I’ll be one of them!

[@LukesLiife]

Oh my gosh, that food looks so gorgeous xox

[@LukesLiife]

I love your honestly 💜💜💜

[@venus.the.hermit]

If you ever have the budget for a new employee - dibs on being head of the corner cutter 😆

[@natashaellis3970]

Hi Catherine! How do you sign up for next months Marshie Mail Club?? Thanks for another fantastic studio vlog - they’re my favourite and most looked forward to video!! 💖⭐️

[@reeseosbornestudios]

Isn't it via her patreon?

[@kristaming4022]

Where are your dresses from I’m obsessed so cute !!

[@ohsillybeans]

Damn when you said 1,000 pounds that sounds cheap but when I converted it to Canadian its like damn that's the price of a one bedroom here. The more you grow within your business the more room you kind of need to make production. I feel like your business is well off enough to be able to cover the cost of the studio, it seems more worth it for you in the long run.

[@mrs.quills7061]

I care about your cheap ass coffee! I love the little breaks you show throughout the day and I appreciate your honesty in this video. Keep doing you, also I love your lashes!

[@JessiTheBestiGaming]

Also, I think you meant tintoretto gesso, which is a warmer type of paper usually used for invitations

[@TenTenJ]

You’re incredible.

[@tlcsomething-ajournaljourn1431]

Anymore consideration for making your stickers smaller for planner use?

[@Beth-sz3hl]

Did you go to Umi in Middlesbrough? I love that place so much! They do amazing Steak Ramen!

[@geraldineconway1865]

You and @furrylittlepeach are both rocking gingham dresses recently.

[@sophie-nw9mf]

Yay! Love new studio vlogs hehe

[@KatnippStudios]

heheh thank you so so much Im so happy you like them!

[@danibert85]

halloween, can't wait to see what's coming to the store!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ❤️👻

[@pamelacunninghamGDbP]

I’ve been meaning to ask, is your manufacturer not able to do rounded corners in production? I know you love that cutter, I just wondered why they don’t cut them that way.

[@aleafstudio]

can’t believe someone commented on your coffee. People are tooooo much!

[@PolkaDotPearle]

I do chuckle to myself every time I see you with your “cheap ar$e” coffee 😂 L’or is classy in my book though

[@LukesLiife]

Also, I adore you 🙌🏻💜