My Spring Collection Launch Failed: Is Supporting Small Business Worth It?

My spring collection launch did not go as planned. In this video, I am sharing why the spring collection was postponed, what caused the setbacks, and what it really looks like to run a small business boutique that sources exclusively from other small businesses in the United States. Sourcing new products is one of the most rewarding and challenging parts of owning Terra Cotta Plant Boutique. I talk through how I choose what makes it onto the website, from brand values and packaging to design, quality, and alignment with my overall vision. Supporting small makers and US based brands matters deeply to me, but it also comes with unique challenges that many customers do not see behind the scenes. I am also sharing an update on the new timeline and what you can expect moving forward. If you are a small business owner, thinking about starting a boutique, or simply curious about what goes into building a values driven brand, I hope this video gives you an honest look at the realities of running a small business. Thank you for being here and for supporting Terra Cotta Plant Boutique. Stay botanically inspired, Brooklyn 🌳 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/terracottaplantboutiqu 🌿 🌿 🌿 Hey there, I'm Brooklyn — the heart and hands behind Terra Cotta Plant Boutique, an online business that I run from home. I also do pop-up shops around the Toledo area! This channel is where I share the simple joys and creativity of a botanically-inspired life and the behind-the-scenes fun of running my boutique from home. It’s a little bit of everything: life with plants, DIY projects, chit-chats, and the occasional adventure out into the community to visit local plant and garden friends. It’s a place of inspiration, celebrating nature, and embracing the beauty it brings to our lives. It’s also about building a community of plant lovers and creative souls who share in the joy of cultivating a life of beauty, peace, and inspiration. If that's something you're into, I’d love for you to join me. Subscribe and follow along! 🌿 🌿 🌿 #SmallBusiness #boutiquevlog #packanorderwithme #BoutiqueBusiness #DayInTheLife #aditl #BehindTheScenes #TerraCottaPlantBoutique #vendormarket #vendor