We had the good fortune of connecting with Amanda Fitzer and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Amanda, can you walk us through the thought-process of starting your business?
I have always known I would own a business! It’s a lot of work but it’s so exciting to know you have built something from nothing and your name is on it and your heart is in it. The Gypsy Cactus has developed as the years have gone by and even split into now 2 companies under my name. The Gypsy Cactus is where my wholesale customers find me and small businesses search for me and The Lazy Tie-Dye Co. is Retail where most people are happening to find me now.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
Over the last year, I have been loving the Tie-Dye Arena. It’s hard to accept for some that this alone keeps my business afloat but being able to share the fun has been my biggest accomplishment. Coining the “Lazy Tie-dye” Techniques has helped me bring a fun hobby and side hustle to several and many just love the sense of community we have built via social media. Not one thing in this business has come easy to me but I love what I do and can’t wait to grow! We are a Christ-based brand business and I believe it is to him alone I owe my success.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I love people but I tend to stick to the less crowded places. Downtown Roanoke is one of my favorite places to visit with the fun food and the walkable shops and the atmosphere! Some of my favorite places include Hard Eith BBQ and Dove Creek Cafe.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I am so thankful to still be open today. The biggest reason is a community, building an online and in-person presence has been a game changer. I love the community we have here in Ft worth.

Website: thelazytiedyeco.com

Instagram: @TheLazyTieDyeCo

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelazytiedyeco

Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelazytiedyer

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