Soil to Studio – Swati Bansal
Update: 2025-09-24
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On this episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan Blum and Krissa Rossbund sit down with Swati Bansal, the visionary founder of Soil to Studio. Swati shares how she bridges centuries-old Indian textile traditions with modern design, honoring artisans and slow design practices. From her journey leaving banking to launching her own business, to collaborating with craftspeople and making hand-blocked textiles accessible for everyday life, this conversation explores creativity, versatility, and the power of human connection in design.
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Street Style Takeaways:
- Creativity Can Thrive Anywhere: Inspiration doesn’t require a particular geography—Swati finds it in nature, everyday life, and quiet spaces away from constant external stimuli.
- Business Acumen Matters: A background in finance helped Swati approach her creative business strategically—budgeting collections like portfolios, understanding ROI, and building long-term sustainability.
- Textiles as a Storytelling Medium: Hand-blocked textiles combine playfulness and sophistication, offering versatility for both everyday and celebratory moments.
- Collaboration is Key: Working closely with artisans who are masters of their craft while open to experimentation creates “happy accidents” and elevates designs.
- Technology vs. Craftsmanship: While technology can help with global reach, Swati emphasizes that hand-driven processes bring focus, warmth, and character that machines can’t replicate.
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Connect with Krissa Rossbund. https://www.instagram.com/krissa_rossbund/
Connect with Liz Lidgett https://www.instagram.com/lizlidgett/
Episode Website https://www.blvdbeat.com/about
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