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TheFlatOfKat · 2025-10-23T18:27:14.026618Z

Hello! I'm Kat from The Flat of Kat, where I create personalised superhero capes and accessories. My journey on Etsy began in 2014, inspired by my son and the need for unique items as he got older. The superhero line truly took off with my son's fourth birthday when I crafted personalised capes with each child's initials. Since then, I've been creating superheroes non-stop!I operate my business from my sunny sewing room at home in Brighton, on the South Coast of the UK. I'm also proud to be the Captain of the Brighton Etsy Sellers Team, a fantastic community that I help run with the support of my leaders.When I work in my sewing room alone, it’s so great to know that I’ve got the support of my community. Our Brighton Team meetings are incredibly fun, and I'm constantly learning from others. There's always helpful advice and actionable tips to make my shop truly shine. With such experienced sellers on our team, we benefit from each other’s critiques, which have done wonders for my shop in the past. We all know we can't be masters of every aspect of our businesses, but with our Team, we get the help needed to grow.If you’re thinking about joining a Team, here’s a few tips I would recommend:Find your Team and have a read through of the Team’s description. Is there anything you can do to help with the Team’s goal?Once you join a Team, comment on Discussion Threads that resonate with you and ask questions to receive support. There are so many helpful people with different ideas and knowledge to help you resolve any challenges as you grow your shop. This will also help you build relationships with other sellers within the Team.Look at Team events and see if there are any in-person or virtual meetings you can attend.I couldn't run my shop without my community, the constant support, help and answers that spur me on daily. It's a very positive vibe and everyone on the Team is there because they want to be. I can put out a question and have it answered by a peer, and I can ask for criticism and tips that will improve my shop. There are people that want to support me and from this, I've done collaborations with the Team and also helped others create products behind the scenes.Etsy can be an amazing journey, and having a community makes it even better. Join a Team and find your community today.

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