Over the past year, this newspaper has spoken to many female business owners about how their ventures began and how they envision their futures panning out.
They are a testament to the talent among those living and working in this town.
What better way to round off the week we celebrated International Women’s Day, by highlighting the work of these females and giving you more information on where you can check them out.
From a sell-out sandwich shop that has taken the town by storm, to a mother who decided to turn her passion for art into a business and now has a waiting list for a month in advance, here are 12 female-owned businesses in Northampton…
5. The Modern Art Mama
One of the newest female-owned businesses to pop up is The Modern Art Mama, founded by Lucia Tonna. From what started as a hobby and to help others avoid having to pay over the odds for artwork of this kind, Lucia has had to create monthly waiting lists due to the business’ popularity since she began in January. Use @the.modernartmama to find the business on Instagram. Photo: The Modern Art Mama
6. The Beauty Box
The Beauty Box, set up by Rebecca Kelsey, is on a mission to become the go-to for vegan and cruelty-free beauty, massage and skincare treatments in the town. The salon was opened in Duston in July last year, and Rebecca had to employ another member of staff to meet the demand for appointments shortly after opening. You can check out what the salon has to offer using @thebeautyboxduston on Instagram. Photo: The Beauty Box
7. Feather Robin Gifts
Lindsey Scott-Walker opened Feather Robins Gifts in St Crispin Retail Village last September, in the hope of becoming a one stop shop for all gifting needs. The shop prides itself on stocking products from Northamptonshire independent businesses. Lindsey is often joined by her bulldog puppy Humphrey, who has proved popular among customers. Use @feather_robins_gifts to find the business on Instagram. Photo: Feather Robin Gifts
8. Yass Bakes Cakes
Just this week Yasmin Waterfield, the founder of Yass Bakes Cakes, spoke of the importance of female business owners supporting each other. Yasmin’s business was founded in 2021 and she creates made-to-order themed cakes, cupcakes, shortbread biscuits, and cake doughnuts – and is also expanding into the wedding sector this year. You can check out Yasmin’s cake creations using @yassbakescakes on Instagram. Photo: Yass Bakes Cakes