March 13, 2025

Ep 166: From Felt to Flowers: The Creative Journey of Naomy Kim

40 minutes

In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented Naomy Kim of Made by Naomy! Known for her stunning and intricate felt flowers, Naomy’s creations are celebrated for their lifelike textures, beautiful hand-dyed details, and artistic innovation.

Naomy shares her inspiring journey from crafting gifts for friends to establishing her felt flower business. She opens up about her unique creative process, the challenges of balancing family life and work, and the importance of valuing her art. Whether you’re a felt artist, paper florist, or creative entrepreneur, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration for your own artistic path.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Naomy’s Creative Journey: How she discovered felt flowers and transitioned her hobby into a thriving business.

Innovative Techniques: Naomy’s process for hand-dyeing, starching, and shaping felt to create lifelike flowers.

Balancing Art and Family: Tips on managing time and staying organized as a mom and artist.

Pricing Your Work: Insights into valuing your art and overcoming the struggle of pricing your creations.

The Power of Sharing Your Process: How sharing her techniques helped Naomy connect with fellow artists and grow her confidence.

“I started coloring felt with eyeshadow—it wasn’t perfect, but every experiment brought me closer to finding my unique style.” – Naomy Kim

What inspires you most about Naomy’s story? We’d love to hear your thoughts - share your insights with us on Instagram @papertalkpodcast or join our Facebook community discussions.

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