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Serowe \u2014 For many, a hobby is simply a way to pass the time. But for Maria Bothman, a hobbyist’s leatherworking story became the icing on the cake of a remarkable journey, moving from humble beginnings to mastering a timeless craft. While the narrative of a hobbyist turning into an entrepreneur after experimenting with simple designs is common, many of the world’s most prominent brands began exactly this way.<\/p>\n
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