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
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
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
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
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.
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
DIY Custom Canvas Plant Hangers
Now more than ever, I have really been trying to make my home brighter and happier. I always thought I had a black thumb when
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
Make All the Things: A Craft-Kit Roundup and GIVEAWAY!
Welp, here we are. Day 4,927ish of Quarantine. I don’t know who needs to hear this but DON’T CUT YOUR BANGS! Instead, take a stroll
Watercolor Paper Cut-Out Greeting Cards
I know we all know this by now, but times are weird. To help ease some of the craziness going on in the world with
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
DIY Fabric Face Masks
All over the world, communities are rallying together to support medical personnel and frontline workers in the battle against COVID-19. Sewists and crafters are uniting
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
Dear You: Permission Slips, Pandemics and What’s Next
Editor’s Note: Every month we send out a newsletter with info on upcoming events, giveaways, links to stuff we love and a letter to our readers.
Martha Stewart Travel Photo Books
Editor’s Note: Like many artsy kids, when I was young, Martha Stewart was my DIY mentor. I devoured her magazines, thumbing through them at least
DIY Marbled Wood Bead Keychain
Editor’s note: If you’ve been to our Craftcation: Business & Makers Conference, then you probably already know (and love) our friends at Darice who have been our
DIY Upcycled Applique Sweatshirt
I’m not one to make New Year Resolutions. However, I do like to try to make a list of goals… what I want more or
DIY Fabric Stamping with Joone
Editor’s Note: I’m thrilled to introduce you to our friends at Joone who create irresistible craft kits in partnership with extraordinary artists. I’ve known Joone
Paint Pouring on Wooden Shapes
I know I’ve mentioned it before but I love to DIY pretty much anything I can get my hands on! I also love trying new
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
Tassel Wall Hanging
Fall is my favorite season for many reasons but especially for decorating. There are so many fun options in the stores to fill your home
Craftcation: Business + Makers Conference 2020 Registration is NOW OPEN!
In 2016, I took a leap, a chance on myself. I attended Craftcation: Business & Makers Conference for the very first time. I traveled alone
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
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