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EPISODE · Mar 18, 2026 · 31 MIN

How To Become A... Gifts and Homeware Brand

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In this episode, Grace sits down with Nina, the creative behind Nina Bombina, a colourful gifts and homeware brand known for its joyful, dopamine-filled designs.From always wanting to be an artist, to navigating photography, marketing jobs, and eventually building a thriving product-based business. Nina shares the honest, winding journey behind her brand.We talk about:Starting a creative business during lockdownTurning designs into real, sellable productsSelling at markets vs online (and why markets win for her)Getting stocked, featured, and discoveredBalancing creativity with making a livingThe reality of running a physical product businessThis episode is packed with insight for anyone dreaming of building a creative brand or wondering if there’s space for them in a competitive industry (spoiler: there is).✨ “I thought it wouldn’t go anywhere… but I proved myself wrong.”🎙 How To Become A... explores real-life journeys behind the careers of everyday people. Each episode dives into the path of someone who's built success outside of the spotlight — no fame, no fortune, just real stories. Discover how they started, the challenges they faced, and what drives them forward. 💼✨🔗 Subscribe, rate, and share to help more people find their own path📩 Got your own story to share? Contact us at [email protected]📱Follow us on socials: @howtobecomea__ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Grace sits down with Nina, the creative behind Nina Bombina, a colourful gifts and homeware brand known for its joyful, dopamine-filled designs.From always wanting to be an artist, to navigating photography, marketing jobs, and eventually building a thriving product-based business. Nina shares the honest, winding journey behind her brand.We talk about:Starting a creative business during lockdownTurning designs into real, sellable productsSelling at markets vs online (and why markets win for her)Getting stocked, featured, and discoveredBalancing creativity with making a livingThe reality of running a physical product businessThis episode is packed with insight for anyone dreaming of building a creative brand or wondering if there’s space for them in a competitive industry (spoiler: there is).✨ “I thought it wouldn’t go anywhere… but I proved myself wrong.”🎙 How To Become A... explores real-life journeys behind the careers of everyday people. Each episode dives into the path of someone who's built success outside of the spotlight — no fame, no fortune, just real stories. Discover how they started, the challenges they faced, and what drives them forward. 💼✨🔗 Subscribe, rate, and share to help more people find their own path📩 Got your own story to share? Contact us at [email protected]📱Follow us on socials: @howtobecomea__ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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