“What I most love about scrapbooking…is that every time I fill a page with photographs, quotes, and mementos, I am collecting proof of a good life.”
— Amy Tangerine, Craft a Life You Love
The Rebirthing Process with Courtney Jaye
Have you ever had a rebirthing process? In this episode, I was joined by a dear friend of mine and artist, Courtney Jaye. Courtney is an artist with Island Records and has collaborated with some of the biggest musicians in the industry. She came on to chat about her rebirthing process, moving through trauma and learning from the setbacks you face. Courtney and I dive into her career as a musician and why she uses her platform to speak out on what’s right. She also shares her experience of living in Hawaii and how she’s gotten to this point in her career by following her rebelliousness. (This episode was pre-recorded on June 18, 2020)
Embracing the Collective Pause with Audrey Woollen
Even in these unprecedented times that we’re all collectively experiencing, there’s still an opportunity to find beauty in every moment. Today I brought on Audrey Woollen. Audrey is the founder and creative behind Urbanic Paper Boutique. In this episode, we talk about how she got started in the stationery industry and decided to start her business. She shares her biggest hiring mistake (and what she learned from it). Audrey and I discuss her journey of navigating her business through the pandemic and what she’s learned from having to pause. You’ll hear how she’s handing business projections and how her relationship with her customers has evolved through this crisis.
Podcast: Slowing Down and Doing Less with Kate Northrup
In today’s modern world, everyone is in a rush to get all of the boxes checked off on their task list. What if we took the time to slow down, do less and really appreciate every single moment? That’s what I talked about today with Kate Northrup…
Podcast: 19 Things I’ve Learned This Year
As we get ready to close out the year, I like to look back at the memories, lessons and events that stand out to me, especially as I look to the future. There is so much I am looking forward to in the next year, but before we dive into a new decade, I wanted to take some time to acknowledge the goodness that took place in the last 12 months…
Podcast: Make What You Love with Katie Sabin
I was so happy to speak with today’s guest, Katie Sabin. Katie is a maker who got started on her creative journey after having her twins and realizing she wanted to create something for herself. Today she shares how she got started with her Etsy shop and how her husband helped her come up with her business name, Just Add Sunshine…
Podcast: Creating Atomic Habits with James Clear
As 2020 is approaching, I thought today’s guest would be the perfect person to come on and chat about forming better habits that are aligned with who you want to become. I was joined by James Clear, author of Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones…
029: Digging Deeper for Inspiration with Alisha Cohen
We’re all so fortunate to be able to do work that is fun and creative every day. No matter who you are, how old you are or what stage of life you’re in - following your passions and what’s meaningful to you is always an option. Sometimes this means making big moves. Today I am joined by Alisha Cohen, a photographer, stylist and creative director who had a dream of leaving her corporate job to pursue something more creative…
Community Over Competition With Bonnie Kuhl
On today’s episode, I am joined by Bonnie Kuhl, founder of Archer and Olive, a paper goods studio that she created after realizing the therapeutic benefits of journaling…
Podcast: Not Chasing Perfection with Adele Toomey
Life as a creator comes with its own set of challenges. Today I am chatting with my friend, Adele Toomey about all things scrapbooking and life as a YouTuber. We dive into how she got hooked on all things creative and how she manages her day to day as a wife, mom, creative and YouTuber (did I mention she runs not one, not two, but three different YouTube channels?)…
Podcast: Creating Real Connections with Kara Elise
In today’s world, so many people crave having real connections. With so much taking place online, and more and more people eating dinner in front of their favorite Netflix show, it comes as no surprise that people are feeling isolated and lonely. On today’s episode, I am joined by Kara Elise, a chef, experience curator and hostess who helps clients by hosting dinner parties that create connection and community…
Podcast: Showing Up for Others (and Yourself) with Emily McDowell
What do you say to a friend or family member that is hurting? Whether it be from illness, grief, miscarriage, infertility or any of the other ups and downs we can come across in life, there are moments when we just don’t quite have the words to say to comfort our loved ones. Today I am speaking with Emily McDowell, a writer, illustrator, speaker and teacher who after overcoming cancer and losing a friend to cancer a short time later, decided to bring a product to market that would help both the person on the giving and receiving end…
Podcast: Follow the Fun with Lauren Hom
Did you know that you’re sitting in the driver’s seat of your life and that you have control over exactly where you want to go? On today’s episode, I am joined by Lauren Hom, a designer and letterer based in Detroit. Lauren shares how she overcame her fears and put herself out there, what she’s done to grow her portfolio as a designer and letterer and the importance of doing something you love to fill your creative tank…
Podcast: Sharing Your Story With Alisa Burke
As creatives, many of us are waiting for our “big break”. Today I am joined by Alisa Burke, a painter and mixed media artist who seeks to infuse creativity into every part of her life. Alisa shares why you should let go of the expectation of a “big break” and instead work toward the small steps that add up to greatness over time…
Podcast: Learning to Let Go with Jessica N. Turner
Have you ever found yourself holding onto memories or things that no longer serve you? Today I brought Jessica N. Turner onto the podcast. Jessica is an author, award-winning marketing executive, founder of the popular lifestyle blog The Mom Creative…
Podcast: Filling Your Life with Color with Stephanie Smokovich
If you feel like your life is weighed down by stress, then you will want to hear this episode. Today on the podcast, I am joined by Stephanie Smokovich, the founder of Bella BLVD, a scrapbooking company specializing in beautifully designed patterned papers and stickers…
The Good Life With Jonathan Fields
Are you doing everything that you can to fill your buckets? One of the keys to a life well-lived is to make sure you’re focusing your energy on doing activities and spending time with people that fill you up. Today on the podcast, I am honored to be joined by Jonathan Fields, a national bestselling author and the founder of Good Life Project…
Big Dreams Daily Joys with Elise Blaha Cripe
No matter your age, it is never too late to start something new that is on your heart or that you’ve been dreaming about. That is one piece of wisdom that today’s guest, Elise Blaha Cripe and I discuss from her book, 100 Pep Talks…