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Podcast 110: Marketing & Community with Pete Davis

  Marketing & Community with marketing expert Pete Davis of Ampjar. Pete shares his biggest marketing tip for makers and how Ampjar helps brands grow

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25 Ways to recharge creativity & de-stress

You know that feeling when your TO-DO list seems better suited to being written on an extra long roll of paper towels than on a

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13 Ways to Support Small Creative Businesses

I’m usually not one for small talk but today, let’s talk SMALL…With some BIG statistics.Did you know that?•Small businesses account for 99.7% of all businesses

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Podcast Episode 108: Time Management with Bridget Watson Payne

This week on the Dear Handmade Life podcast I’m chatting about time management with writer, artist and art book editor Bridget Watson Payne. We talk

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Podcast Episode 107: Embracing Balance not Busyness with Ciji Tatum Townsend

This week on the Dear Handmade Life podcast I’m chatting about Embracing Balance not Busyness with Ciji Tatum Townsend. We talk about our personal histories with familial

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Podcast Episode 106: Instagram Insights with Becky Helms

This week on the Dear Handmade Life podcast I’m chatting about Instagram insights with illustrator Becky Helms of The Pink Samurai. Becky and I chat

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Podcast Episode 105: Parenting and Creative Business with Erika Lee Sears

This week on the Dear Handmade Life podcast I’m chatting about parenting and creative business with self-taught oil painter Erika Lee Sears. Erika and I

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Podcast Episode 104: Transitions in Life & Business with Chaitra Radhakrishna

This week on the Dear Handmade Life podcast I’m chatting about life and business transitions with design and photography educator Chaitra Radhakrishna of Pinkpot Studio.

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Radical Self Acceptance & Online Authenticity with Natalie Keller Pariano Dear Handmade Life Podcast

Podcast Episode 103: Radical Self Acceptance & Online Authenticity with Natalie Keller Pariano

This week on the Dear Handmade Life podcast I’m chatting with Natalie Keller Pariano of Natterdoodles about Radical Self Acceptance & Online Authenticity. I chat

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Coping with Crisis in Business with Sallie Miller and Gwen Gunheim of Miracle Plum Dear Handmade Life podcast

Podcast Episode 102: Coping with Crisis in Business with Sallie Miller and Gwen Gunheim of Miracle Plum

Welcome to our Coping with Crisis in Business podcast series where I’ll be chatting with inspirig business owners that are pushing themselves and their businesses

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Podcast Episode 101: Coping with Crisis in Business with Phoebe Sherman

Welcome to our Coping with Crisis in Business podcast series where I’ll be chatting with inspiring business owners that are pushing themselves and their businesses

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Podcast Episode 100: Coping with Crisis in Business with Lela Barker

Welcome to our Coping with Crisis in Business podcast series where I’ll be chatting with inspiring business owners that are pushing themselves and their businesses

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Podcast Episode 99: Breaking through Creative Blocks with Jeanetta Gonzales

Today on the Dear Handmade Life podcast I’m talking about breaking through creative blocks with Jeanetta Gonzales. Jeanetta and I talk about what to do

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Podcast Episode 98- Marketing Strategies for Creatives with Mélissa Peng Dear Handmade Life podcast

Podcast Episode 98: Marketing Strategies for Creatives with Mélissa Peng

Today on the Dear Handmade Life podcast I’m talking about marketing strategies for creatives with Mélissa Peng of Curly Executive and Camellias and Curls. Mélissa

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Podcast Episode 97: Doing Your Best Work with Charlie Gilkey

Today on the Dear Handmade Life podcast I’m talking about doing your best work with thought leader and author Charlie Gilkey of Productive Flourishing. I

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Podcast Episode 96- Being a Multi-genre Creative Krista Suh Dear Handmade Life podcast

Podcast Episode 96: Being a Multi-genre Creative with Krista Suh

Being a multi-genre creative with craftivist, feminist, Hollywood screenwriter, creator of The Pussyhat and author of DIY Rules for a WTF World Krista Suh. I

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Overcoming Underearning Barbara Huson Dear Handmade Life podcast

Podcast Episode 95: Overcoming Underearning with Barbara Huson

Today on Dear Handmade Life podcast I’m talking to bestselling author, financial therapist, teacher & wealth coach Barbara Huson about improving your financial health. I

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Self care for creatives Minaa B Dear Handmade Life

Podcast Episode 94: Self-Care for Creatives with Minaa B.

Today on Dear Handmade Life podcast I’m talking to licensed social worker and author Minaa B. about self-care for creatives. I chat with Minaa B. about her experience

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Podcast Episode 93 Intentions and Manifesting with Marie LeBaron Dear Handmade Life podcast

Podcast Episode 93: Intentions and Manifesting with Marie LeBaron

Today on the Dear Handmade Life podcast I’m talking about intentions and manifesting with Marie LeBaron of Make and Takes and Creative Flow Life. Marie and

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Creating in Color- Culture, Ethnicity & the Creative Community with Kenya Miles Dear Handmade Life

Podcast Episode 92: Creating in Color: Culture, Ethnicity & the Creative Community with Kenya Miles

Today on the Dear Handmade Life podcast I’m talking about culture, ethnicity and the creative community with Kenya Miles of Traveling Miles Studio. I chat

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How to ice dye fabric Dear Handmade Life

Ice Dyeing 101 Using Fiber Reactive Dyes

Editor’s Note: We’re excited to welcome Rebecca of Oodlebadoodle back to our blog to share her ice dyeing secrets with you. Rebecca taught an ice

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Skye McLain Productivity & Scheduling Secrets Dear Handmade Life

Podcast Episode 91: Productivity and Scheduling Secrets with Skye McLain

Today on the Dear Handmade Life podcast I’m talking about productivity and scheduling secrets with Skye McLain. We talk about digital vs. analog planning (spoiler

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Creating a Lasting DIY Career with Vickie Howell Dear Handmade Life podcast

Podcast Episode 90: Creating a Lasting DIY Career with Vickie Howell

Today on Dear Handmade Life podcast I’m talking to award-winning TV/show/podcast host, crafting legend, blogger, instructor and author Vickie Howell about creating a lasting a

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Building a business from nothing Jennie Lennick Dear Handmade Life podcast

Podcast Episode 89: Building a Business From Nothing with Jennie Lennick

Today on the Dear Handmade Life podcast I’m talking about building a business from nothing with San Francisco based artist, entrepreneur, and teacher Jennie Lennick of

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A few years ago, I couldn’t get on a plane witho A few years ago, I couldn’t get on a plane without spiraling into anxiety. I’d find any excuse not to go anywhere that required flying—“Oh no, I already have plans that weekend” (I didn’t) or “I’m not really interested in going there” (I was). Seriously, what kind of bananas person turns down a trip to Hawaii? Me. I was that person. Eventually, I decided I didn’t want fear making my travel plans for me. So I did the work—therapy, breathing exercises, distraction crafts that fit on a tray table, overpacking snacks, and yes, a little Xanax. Baby steps. All the things. Last month, I flew solo to Columbus, Ohio, to meet my mastermind group (@natterdoodles and @bobodesignstudio) for our first in-person hangout after meeting virtually since February. We balanced our time between deep business talks—what’s working, what’s not, what we’re dreaming up next—and exploring the best spots in Columbus. Natalie—our host and unofficial Columbus spokesperson—planned the most thoughtful trip, and I fell completely in love with the city. It felt so good to be in person with these brilliant women who constantly inspire and challenge me in the best ways. I’m grateful I stopped letting fear decide where I get to go—because this trip reminded me what’s waiting on the other side of it. #smallbusinessowner #smallbusinesssupport #anxiousmind #mastermind #creativesupport
A few years ago, I couldn’t get on a plane witho A few years ago, I couldn’t get on a plane without spiraling into anxiety. I’d find any excuse not to go anywhere that required flying—“Oh no, I already have plans that weekend” (I didn’t) or “I’m not really interested in going there” (I was). Seriously, what kind of bananas person turns down a trip to Hawaii? Me. I was that person. Eventually, I decided I didn’t want fear making my travel plans for me. So I did the work—therapy, breathing exercises, distraction crafts that fit on a tray table, overpacking snacks, and yes, a little Xanax. Baby steps. All the things. Last month, I flew solo to Columbus, Ohio, to meet my mastermind group (@natterdoodles and @bobodesignstudio) for our first in-person hangout after meeting virtually since February. We balanced our time between deep business talks—what’s working, what’s not, what we’re dreaming up next—and exploring the best spots in Columbus. Natalie—our host and unofficial Columbus spokesperson—planned the most thoughtful trip, and I fell completely in love with the city. It felt so good to be in person with these brilliant women who constantly inspire and challenge me in the best ways. I’m grateful I stopped letting fear decide where I get to go—because this trip reminded me what’s waiting on the other side of it. #smallbusinessowner #smallbusinesssupport #anxiousmind #mastermind #creativesupport
If you found this, you’re probably one of my peo If you found this, you’re probably one of my people. I send monthly letters to folks like you — about creativity, self-trust, and what it really looks like to live a creative life that feels like yours. To join the list comment: NICOLESNEWS
If you found this, you’re probably one of my peo If you found this, you’re probably one of my people. I send monthly letters to folks like you — about creativity, self-trust, and what it really looks like to live a creative life that feels like yours. To join the list comment: NICOLESNEWS
I took a stained glass workshop at @gooddeacraftsc I took a stained glass workshop at @gooddeacraftschool in Columbus, Ohio and had the best time. Kara, the co-owner and instructor, was incredible—patient, clear, and so much fun to learn from. (Huge thanks to @natterdoodles for magically making this connection happen!) I loved it so much that I immediately invited Kara to come teach at @craftcationconference —and she said yes! 🙌 This year we’ll have four stained glass workshops, and I couldn’t be more excited. Want to make stained glass with us—and spend five days by the beach filled with 200+ craft and business workshops, inspiration, and community? Join me at Craftcation! Early bird registration is open now. BTW: This stained glass workshop was part of a mastermind trip with @natterdoodles and @bobodesignstudio, and it was exactly the creative adventure I didn’t know I needed. Natalie planned the entire trip—every stop, every meal, every detail—perfection. I completely fell in love with Columbus: the people, the food, the creativity everywhere you look. I’ll be sharing a full recap soon, but let’s just say this trip filled my cup in all the best ways. P.S. Thanks to @natterdoodles and @bobodesignstudio for capturing some of the video clips!
I took a stained glass workshop at @gooddeacraftsc I took a stained glass workshop at @gooddeacraftschool in Columbus, Ohio and had the best time. Kara, the co-owner and instructor, was incredible—patient, clear, and so much fun to learn from. (Huge thanks to @natterdoodles for magically making this connection happen!) I loved it so much that I immediately invited Kara to come teach at @craftcationconference —and she said yes! 🙌 This year we’ll have four stained glass workshops, and I couldn’t be more excited. Want to make stained glass with us—and spend five days by the beach filled with 200+ craft and business workshops, inspiration, and community? Join me at Craftcation! Early bird registration is open now. BTW: This stained glass workshop was part of a mastermind trip with @natterdoodles and @bobodesignstudio, and it was exactly the creative adventure I didn’t know I needed. Natalie planned the entire trip—every stop, every meal, every detail—perfection. I completely fell in love with Columbus: the people, the food, the creativity everywhere you look. I’ll be sharing a full recap soon, but let’s just say this trip filled my cup in all the best ways. P.S. Thanks to @natterdoodles and @bobodesignstudio for capturing some of the video clips!

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