# 32. Meanwhile Back on the Farm: How Heather Harris Built a Leather Goods & Jalapeño Mustard Brand from the Ground Up

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Podcast: [Under the Oaks with Amy Romfo & Jenny Harrison](https://stenobird.com/podcast/under-the-oaks-with-amy-romfo-jenny-harrison-7325331)
Published: 2026-04-01T08:00:00+00:00
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There's something deeply comforting about hearing a story unfold in unexpected ways—and this one is a beautiful reminder that sometimes the path finds you before you fully understand it. In this episode, we sit down with Heather Harris of Meanwhile Back on the Farm , a handmade wax and leather bag family founded company, to chat about her journey from sewing as a young girl to building a thriving handmade goods business is anything but linear—and all the more inspiring because of it. Heather shares how her early experiences—learning to sew beside her mother, selling at farmer's markets, and embracing mentorship—laid the groundwork for a life rooted in creativity and resilience. From fashion design roles in Boston and New York to an unplanned pivot into farm life, motherhood, and even jalapeño mustard-making, her story is filled with bold pivots and quiet moments of trust. It's a conversation about following instincts, embracing detours, and doing the things that light you up—even when they don't make sense at the time. In this episode, we talk about: The power of saying "yes" to unexpected opportunities How mentorship and community shape our paths Building a business from the ground up (literally, on a farm) The beauty of craftsmanship and caring about every detail Why "do all the things" might be the best advice of all Together, we explore how Heather's business, Meanwhile Back on the Farm, came to life—from handmade bags crafted with intention to a brand rooted in quality, storytelling, and connection. Her perspective on entrepreneurship, motherhood, and creativity is both grounding and energizing, reminding us that growth often comes from the most unlikely places. Whether you're in a season of transition, building something new, or simply looking for a story that fe…

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