In this episode, I’m revisiting fitting packages and the bridal investment guide—and why this topic matters more than ever. Every seamstress I know who’s implemented fitting packages has said the same thing: I wish I had done this sooner.They don’t just increase revenue—they change the quality of clients and the way your time is respected.

I share how fitting packages started in my own business back in 2017, how coaching helped me clarify boundaries and pricing, and what fitting packages actually are (and aren’t). You’ll also hear real stories from SBS members who went from burnout and difficult clients to a more profitable, aligned business. This episode is for bridal seamstresses who want to step into 2026 with confidence, clarity, and a better way of working.

In this episode:

• Why fitting packages consistently lead to immediate revenue growth

• How charging for fittings changes client behavior and respect for your time

• What fitting packages actually include—and how flexible they can be

• Why your investment guide should not live on your website

• How this model helps attract better-aligned, higher-quality clients

Connect with Nadine:

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Become a member: https://secretsofabridalseamstresspodcast.com/membership

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In this episode, I’m sharing a real, behind-the-scenes recap of attending Wedding MBA in Las Vegas just days after our SBS Fall Fest retreat. I talk about what it was like stepping into the largest wedding professional conference in the world as one of only a handful of bridal seamstresses in attendance, and what that revealed about how our role is still misunderstood and overlooked.

This episode is for bridal seamstresses who are deciding where to invest their time, energy, and money when it comes to conferences, education, and community. If you’ve ever wondered whether big industry events are worth it, or if seamstress-specific spaces matter more, this one is for you.

In this episode:

Why Wedding MBA offers limited value for bridal seamstresses compared to industry-specific retreats

What speaking at a major wedding conference revealed about how invisible seamstresses still are

The importance of education and mentorship designed specifically for bridal alterations

How community and shared language make learning more impactful

Where to focus your investment if you want real growth as a bridal seamstress

Connect with Nadine:

Check out the exclusive private podcast series, Fitting Packages 101: https://enchanting-sun-77080.myflodesk.com/privatepodcast

Become a member: https://secretsofabridalseamstresspodcast.com/membership

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretsofabridalseamstress/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nadinebozeman

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@secretsofabridalseamstress

In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of our SBS Fall Fest Retreat in Scottsdale, Arizona, and why it ended up being one of my favorite retreats yet. I share why I decided to make retreats members-only, what changed when everyone came with the same foundation, and how that shifted the entire experience from “catching up” to true growth.

You’ll hear how we designed Fall Fest around the theme “remembering your why,” especially after a packed sewing season that can leave you disconnected from what you actually want. I break down what made our keynote day with Michelle Grosser so powerful—from noticing stress patterns to understanding the deeper “why” behind habits like overbooking, avoiding confrontation, and staying stuck on pricing.

PS - I give you a peek at what’s coming for Nashville (March 10–12): a bigger group, new ways to keep it intimate, and a “Future by Her Design” theme with sessions on serving weight-loss-journey clients, social media + AI + Canva, and financial planning.

In this episode:

• A shared foundation changes everything in an in-person retreat experience

• Stress patterns can drive overbooking, avoidance, and pricing hesitation

• Vulnerability and real connection create the “no drama, all growth” dynamic

• Retreat structure matters: space, pacing, small groups, and intentional bonding

• Nashville is March 10–12 with a “Future by Her Design” focus

  
  

  Learn more about the upcoming SBS retreat: https://secretsofabridalseamstresspodcast.com/retreats

  
  

Connect with Nadine:

Check out the exclusive private podcast series, Fitting Packages 101: https://enchanting-sun-77080.myflodesk.com/privatepodcast

Become a member: https://secretsofabridalseamstresspodcast.com/membership

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretsofabridalseamstress/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nadinebozeman

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@secretsofabridalseamstress