In this episode, Patrik and I have a heart-to-heart chat about what it really means to become an artist, not just making art but shifting your mindset from "I'm just a [fill-in-the-blank]" to "I am an artist."

We talk about the mental roadblocks we put in our own way, how to start seeing yourself as a creative professional, and why that shift changes everything.

Plus, we share stories of the first time we sold something and the surprising emotions that came with it.

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Join me, Alison Lee, and Patrik Kusek as we chat about how to maintain a healthy and happy creative mindset. Lots of inspiration and laughter is shared. Make sure and check out all our video tutorials at craftcast.com

Today I talk with Robin Kramer from Flourish & Thrive Academy, where jewelry designers go to get business savvy. You'll love hearing the insights Robin shares about the ins and outs of having a successful jewlery design business. Plus what’s new in the CRAFTCAST studio, some techie stuff and my favorite new book.

For today’s bonus question, I ask Ms. Kramer the most important thing you can do before showing your jewelry to a buyer. You’re not going to believe her answer!

Today I talk with artist, writer and publisher of The Polymer Arts, Sage Bray. You'll love hearing what inspires her to create and her passion for all things polymer.

Plus some updates on how 2016 is unfolding in the CRAFTCAST studio and some other crafty goodies I think you'll love.

For today’s bonus question I ask Ms. Bray for her best advice on how to get your work or an article published in a magazine.

You can listen to the bonus here on the CRAFTCAST APP.

You’re not going to believe her answer.

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Today I talk to actor Erich Bergen. You can see him on CBS's Madam Secretary and the movie Jersey Boys. Oh so fun! Plus, all kinds of news. And guess who got married??? Today's bonus question I ask Mr. Bergen for his best advice on how to enter the professional world of acting and entertainment.

You can listen to the bonus question by getting the CRAFTCAST APP You're not going to believe his answer.

Today I talk with, Marney K. Makridakis, the author of Hop, Skip, Jump and founder of the online community ArtellaLand.com. You will love hearing her ideas on how to add more play into your life.

Also, some apps and software I love and a song from the talented Beth Hirch. Topics covered: paper by 53, evernote, creative play

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Today I talk to author and Ted Talk speaker Jonathan Tilley about how make the career switch to freelance. Jonathan gives great advice on how to make a successful transition from 9-5. Also class news updates and reviews of some great new craft products. Get all the links at: www.craftcast.com

Back from summer vacation and starting off the fall talking with attorney, Denise Gosnell. Plus lots of new LIVE ONLINE classes and exciting news here at craftcast.com!Get all the info and links at: www.craftcast.com

Today’s guest is Carol Allen, a Vedic Astrologer and Relationship Coach. Such a fun talk and I learned, among other things, all about “highly sensitive people”. I bet a lot of you will relate! Also, some great craft books to share and an app that’s a must have.

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