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Today we thought we would give you access to a little more behind the scenes of what makes Fabric Mart so special.  It's time for another Employee Spotlight! We sat down & asked our newest employee a few questions... Let's get to know Tessa!

(Fun fact! You were introduced to Tessa's Mom & Sister in a previous Behind The Scenes Post!)


Who are you? Tell us a little bit about yourself.

I am Tessa, a forest loving, artistic, book nerd who loves rainy days and crisp mornings.

How long have you worked at Fabric Mart?

8 months.

What are your main responsibilities? What do you do?

I work where ever I am needed. Sometimes I am cutting Fabric for online orders other days I am upstairs describing new fabrics to be put online.

What’s your favorite thing about working at Fabric Mart?

Feeling all the fun fabric.

What question are you asked the most?

"Am I allowed to look back here?" 

Do you consider yourself crafty?

Very! I like trying a little bit of everything. My favorites are sketching with pens, digital drawing, and quilting.

Favorite thing to do outside of work? Any hobbies?

Outside of work I love reading books, sketching, and going on hiking adventures.

Do you collect anything?

Fantasy books!!

What is a TV show you are currently binging?

I don't watch TV.

If you could only eat one dish for every meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Rice bowls.

Drop some knowledge… What’s the best advice you were ever given?

Stressing about something you can't control isn't going to get you anywhere.

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  1. AnonymousJanuary 15, 2025 at 2:45 PM

    "Stressing about something you can't control isn't going to get you anywhere."

    Thank you for this reminder. It was nice learning a bit about you. :)

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 16, 2025 at 8:37 AM

    Good advice!

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 14, 2025 at 11:04 AM

    Did you make the cute top you are wearing in the picture?

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