Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast

Craftonians! ✨ Get ready to dive into another joy-filled adventure on Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast! In episode 54, Joleen welcomes the ever-delightful and wildly talented Bailey Tessier—a mosaic artist, nature lover, and pet-portrait wizard from St. Paul, Minnesota. Bailey shares how a rainy day cabin craft with her mom blossomed into a full-blown artistic journey using broken plates, glass, and heaps of heart. From her custom pet mosaics to her dreamy, flowy sky pieces, Bailey opens up about process, inspiration, and how mosaics are way more beginner-friendly than you think! 💫 This episode is full of sparkle, grout, gooey glue moments, and big love for animals and artistic storytelling.


Guest Bio

Bailey Tessier is a St. Paul–based mosaic artist who has been working with glass, broken plates, and found objects since she was 17. Known for her whimsical pet portraits and nature-inspired compositions, Bailey’s work has been commissioned by the Minnesota Orchestra, Bank of America, and more. She’s a graduate of Luther College and blends deep artistic intuition with joyful storytelling. Bonus: she's a proud pet parent and enthusiastic gift-giver.

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• Tiktok

Episode Chapters with Timestamps

[00:00 – 06:14] –Welcome back! Meet Bailey Tessier
[06:15 – 09:39] – The rainy-day origin story
[09:40 – 12:59] – Bailey’s first mosaic pieces
[13:00 – 17:44] – The grout journey
[17:45 – 20:59] – Is mosaic beginner-friendly? Spoiler: YES 🙌
[21:00 – 24:39] – Favorite glue, tools and getting prepped
[24:40 – 27:59] – Bailey’s signature “long sky pieces” & love for gouache painting
[28:00 – 32:59] – Pet portraits
[33:00 – 37:59 ] – Art as connection, gifts as love, and the joy of crafting for others
[38:00 – End ] – Final reflections: just start where you are—with joy and glue!


Quotes from the Episode

“You just need the want to try. That’s it. The rest falls into place with glue and patience.” – Bailey Tessier
“It doesn’t have to be perfect. Just intentional.” – Joleen Emery
“Mosaic helped me get through hard stuff. You lose yourself in the pieces... and put yourself back together.” – Bailey Tessier
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“Art doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful. Just start with what you’ve got.” –  Joleen Emery
“Mosaic is 100% beginner-friendly—you just need the want to try.” – Bailey Tessier

Resources and Links:
📌 Tesserae – The tiny tile/glass pieces used in mosaics
🛠️ Basic Supplies for Mosaic Beginners – Cutters, glue, tiles, grout (and a fearless heart!)
🐾 Pet Portraits by Bailey Tessier 
🖌️ Gouache Paints – Bailey’s pandemic-era creative obsession

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Craftonians!✨ Welcome to another sparkly episode of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast! In episode 53, Joleen welcomes the brilliantly creative Charlie Andrés—artist, teacher, and the vibrant force behind Charliehorse Press. Charlie dives into their love for bookbinding, teaching Coptic stitch and traveler's notebooks, and gets Joleen giddy about fascinating materials like cave paper and risograph printing. They also share insights into how book arts can be a powerful tool for storytelling, identity, and community connection. 

Guest Bio

Charlie Andrés (they/she) is a Minneapolis-based queer, gender-fluid, neurodivergent Colombian adoptee and the genius behind Charliehorse Press. They create stunning handmade journals, zines, and letterpress prints that tell beautiful stories about identity, community, and creativity. When they’re not teaching workshops or collaborating with musicians (like Jeremy Messersmith), they’re nerding out on paper, stitching, and risograph printing magic.

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Episode Chapters with Timestamps

[00:00 – 06:29] – Hello, pens! Joleen’s hilarious "What’s in My Bag" 
[06:30 – 08:44] – Introduction to Charlie & their crafty world 
[08:45 – 13:19] – Bookbinding 101: Coptic stitch vs Traveler’s Notebooks
[13:20 – 17:09] – Cave Paper and other delicious materials 
[17:10 – 21:59] – Risograph Printing: Old-school machine, modern magic
[22:00 – 28:44] – Teaching vs creating: Charlie’s approach to sharing book arts
[28:45 – 30:59] – Letterpress for Jeremy Messersmith 
[31:00 – 35:09] – Crafting as storytelling and identity work
[35:10 – 37:19] – Printing Methods Breakdown: Differences between letterpress, photopolymer plate printing, and risograph
[37:20 – 43:19] – Creative Play vs. Perfection
[43:20 – 44:59] – Zines as Personal Archives
[45:00 – 47:14] – Resources for Beginners
[47:15 – 50:09] – Charlie’s Upcoming Projects
[50:10 – End] – The Big Wrap-Up

Quotes from the Episode

“Bookbinding is my love language.” – Charlie Andrés
“Risograph is the texture queen—it’s like printing with personality!” – Charlie Andrés
“Crafting is where my stories live.” – Charlie Andrés
“Bookbinding is my favorite way to make stories feel real.” – Charlie Andrés
“Crafting is how I make sense of myself—through color, texture, and tiny folded things.” – Charlie Andrés
“We all start somewhere—usually with glue on our fingers and thread in our teeth!” – Joleen Emery

Resources and Links:

📚 Check out Cave Paper (super durable, doesn’t tear!)
🎨 Learn more about Risograph Printing – a new love for both Charlie and Joleen
🎶 Listen to Fast Times in Minnesota by Jeremy Messersmith – lyrics printed by Charlie!
🧵 Want to learn bookbinding with Charlie? Watch for classes on Charlie Horse Press

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Craftonians! ✨ In this light-hearted and joy-filled Episode 52 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast, host Joleen Emery welcomes back the incredibly talented Suzanne Earley, editor and creator of Strawberry Moon Magazine. Together, they dive deep into the theme of “The Beautiful Mess of Art Journaling” — celebrating the magic of mess, the joy of creating without rules, and the soulful practice of making art simply because it feels good. 

They laugh about creative chaos, reflect on the purpose behind making art, and share warm encouragement for fellow makers. Suzanne gives a peek into creating her beautiful magazine, and Joleen shares retreat stories from Big Raven Farm. It’s a joyful reminder that process > perfection, and messy can be magical. ✨🖌️ 

Guest Bio

Suzanne Earley is a mixed-media artist based in Eastern Iowa, proud grandma, and the genius behind Strawberry Moon Magazine. Formerly a quilter, tech manager, and more, Suzanne’s creative path is as colorful as her art journal pages. She’s passionate about connection, community, and crafting from the heart — mess and all!

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• Instagram 
• Facebook 

Episode Chapters with Timestamps

[00:00 – 03:54] – Happy Hello from Joleen
[03:55 – 06:14] – The Power of Feeling Lucky
[06:15 – 10:09] – Suzanne Earley is Back!
[10:10 – 15:59] – Strawberry Moon Magazine: Behind the Magic
[16:00 – 18:19] – Making a Magazine That Feels Like a Conversation
[18:20 – 21:44] – Let’s Talk Mess: The Theme of the Day
[21:45 – 24:29] – Suzanne’s Studio Life: Beautiful Chaos
[24:30 – 29:14] – Creating for the Process, Not the Product
[29:15 – 33:29] – Facing the Blank Page: Tips & Tricks
[33:30 – 37:14] – From Games to Creativity
[37:15 – End] – Gratitude & Goodbye


Quotes from the Episode

“When you do what you love, you’re not really working — and I finally get it.” – Joleen Emery
“I’m a messy artist. It’s about the process, not the product.” – Suzanne Earley
“This magazine feels like a conversation with friends.” – Suzanne Earley
“Follow joy, even if it gets paint on the carpet!” – Joleen Emery

Resources and Links:

🔗 Strawberry Moon Magazine – A stunning, tactile, forever-keep kind of art journal magazine curated by Suzanne.
📰 Pre-order Issue 9
📍 Big Raven Farm Art Retreat with Suzanne Earley
🧰 Tools: Pentel Mattehop, Pentel Arts Pocket brush pen, Elegant Writer pen, Uniball Vision pen, White Stabilo

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Craftonians! Welcome to Episode 51 of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast! In this dreamy and joy-swirled episode, Joleen welcomes intuitive artist Heidi Heather of HKH Studios to share her heart-filled creative process. Heidi is known for her whimsical, layered works that relay her soulful storytelling to life through paint, wax, and reclaimed wood. The convo flows from technique and creative inspiration to living an artist’s life rooted in storytelling, connection, and curiosity.

Guest Bio

Heidi Heather is a Minnesota-based intuitive artist and founder of HKH Studios. She creates emotionally rich, dreamy works using acrylics, oil, and cold wax on reclaimed wood. Whether it’s her signature Stories on Wood or her moody abstracts, Heidi’s work invites viewers to reconnect with themselves and the natural world. Her creative process is rooted in play, layers, and the magic of letting stories emerge naturally.

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Episode Chapters with Timestamps

[0:00 – 07:44] – Joleen’s wild chicken & raccoon story
[07:45 – 10:11] – Meet Heidi Heather + intro to HKH Studios
[10:12 – 14:44] – “Stories on Wood” – how her art is born
[14:45 – 19:29] – Finger painting, texture & magic layers
[19:30 – 24:09] – Reclaimed doors as canvases – “The First Door”
[24:10 – 35:39] – Storytelling through intuitive art
[35:40 – 40:19] – Heidi’s exciting art announcements! 
[40:20 – 41:59] – The magic of reclaimed wood
[42:00 – End] – Closing giggles and gratitude 

Quotes from the Episode

“Art gives people a moment to pause, breathe, and remember who they are.” — Heidi Heather
“I don’t need a fancy canvas — I need something with character, with history.” — Heidi Heather
“I’m a storyteller who helps people reconnect with themselves through my art.” — Heidi Heather
“Creating is like looking at clouds — characters just emerge.” — Heidi Heather

Resources and Links:

•  ✨ Visit Heidi's website to explore her dreamy art and storytelling magic
•  🎁 Use the exclusive discount code "episode51" to get 10% off until June 18
•  🖼️ See Heidi in person at these upcoming live events: Excelsior Art Fair June 14-15, Wayzata's Art Experience June 21-22
• 🖌️Heidi's favorite art supplies: Winsor Newton watercolor brush series 7, Gamblin cold wax medium
• 📚 Books Heidi Loves & Recommends:  Thistlefoot, The Heroine with 1,001 Faces, If You Want to Write by Brenda Ueland, Life, Paint and Passion: Reclaiming the Magic of Spontaneous

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Welcome to Episode 50, Craftonians! In this special milestone of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast, Joleen Emery chats with multidisciplinary artist Maria Overlay, whose dreamy, nature-inspired art and whimsical characters have captured hearts. Maria shares her journey from self-taught photographer to painter, how nature fuels her creativity, and how art helps her manage anxiety. Together, they explore overcoming perfectionism, the power of a two-week creative reset, and the pure joy of making just for the sake of it. This inspiring conversation is a celebration of presence, process, and the unstoppable drive to create.


Guest Bio

Maria Overlay is an Indiana-based multidisciplinary artist whose work celebrates magic, healing, and the beauty of the natural world. Her creative practice blends photography, gouache painting, and whimsical character design. Maria’s art is shared through originals, licensed products, collaborations, and live events—including a guest artist design with Big Raven Yoga.


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Episode Chapters with Timestamps

[00:00 – 03:09] –A Warm Welcome & Farm Life Update
[03:10 – 04:44] – Introducing Guest Artist Maria Overlay
[04:45 – 08:29] – From Photography to Painting
[08:30 – 10:59] – Nature, Whimsy & Everyday Inspiration
[11:00 – 13:39] – Art Mediums & Mindful Creation
[13:40 – 16:29] – Sharing Her Work: Instagram, YouTube & In-Person Events
[16:30 – 19:19] – Facing Fear & Finding Flow During Live Art
[19:20 – 22:44] – Perfectionism vs. Play: A Turning Point
[22:45 – 27:14] – The Two-Week Creative Reset That Changed Everything
[27:15 – 29:59] – Joleen on Creative Purpose vs. Productivity
[30:00 – 33:39] – Art as Identity: Makers Can’t Not Make
[33:40 – 36:19] – When Inspiration Slows Down: Recognizing Burnout
[36:20 – End] – Final Thoughts: Art as Healing, Joy, and Connection

Quotes from the Episode

“When I’m painting, I feel very present — it helps my mindset.” — Maria Overlay
“I started setting a timer and just letting go. That’s when the magic happened.” — Maria Overlay
“Makers have to make — it’s like a creative calling that never shuts off.” — Joleen Emery
“Art doesn’t always need a plan — sometimes it just asks to be made.” — Joleen Emery


Resources and Links:

• Maria’s creative videos on YouTube
• Shop Maria’s yoga mat design via Big Raven Yoga
• Learn more about her artwork at mariaoverlay.com

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Craftonians! Episode 49 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast is a heartwarming and giggle-filled episode as host Joleen Emery reconnects with longtime friend and award-winning author Lisa M. Bolt Simons for a cozy chat about creativity, motherhood, and writing from the soul.  With 70+ books under her belt, Lisa shares her creative journey, her “pantser” writing style, and love for history — all sprinkled with laughs, mom moments, and bees! It's heart, humor, and inspiration for every creative soul.

Guest Bio

Lisa M. Bolt Simons is a multi-award-winning author, speaker, educator, and writing coach with over 70 books spanning middle-grade fiction, historical non-fiction, and heartfelt picture books. She’s also a proud twin mom and a firm believer in the healing power of storytelling. Nestled in a small Minnesota town, Lisa draws creative spark from everyday life — especially injustice, a good cup of tea, and her fascination with bees.

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Episode Chapters with Timestamps

[00:00 – 03:00] – Cozy May vibes + heat's still on?!
[03:01 – 10:30] – Lisa & Joleen's 20-year friendship story
[10:31 – 16:20] – 70 books & counting – Lisa’s writing career
[16:21 – 23:15] – Writing process: "pantser" vs "planner"
[23:16 – 30:00] – Writing about overlooked historical women
[30:01 – 38:00] – Finding inspiration in everything
[38:01 – 45:00] – Why trends don’t matter – Write what excites you!
[45:01 – End] – Final reflections + writing with heart

Quotes from the Episode

“If you write for the trend, it’ll be gone by the time your book comes out. Write what fascinates you.” – Lisa M. Bolt Simons
“You don’t just write because it’s easy — you write because you have to. It’s in your bones.” – Lisa M. Bolt Simons
“Inspiration is everywhere. Sometimes it shows up as honey. Sometimes it shows up as rage.” – Lisa M. Bolt Simons
“Creativity isn’t about waiting for inspiration — it’s about noticing what lights you up.” – Lisa M. Bolt Simons

Resources and Links:

• Lisa’s website and book list 
• Story of an overlooked WWII heroine (Lisa's upcoming work!)
• Join Lisa's Writing Retreat at Big Raven Farm

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Craftonians! In Episode 48 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast, Joleen Emery chats with embroidery artist and educator Hannah Arnold, founder of Sherwood Forest Creations, who shares how she turned her creative passion into a thriving business. From her beginner-friendly Lindsay Kit to the new Evelyn’s Bouquet, Hannah’s video-based approach makes embroidery fun, accessible, and confidence-boosting for all. 

Guest Bio

Hannah Arnold is the heart behind Sherwood Forest Creations, where she designs beginner-friendly embroidery kits and teaches online classes that make stitching feel joyful and accessible. What began in 2019 as a creative outlet has grown into a thriving business helping makers build confidence, one stitch at a time. 

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• Instagram 
• Youtube 
• Tiktok 

Episode Chapters with Timestamps

[0:00 – 06:39] – Big Raven Farm Updates & Welcoming Hannah Arnold
[6:40 – 8:29] – How Embroidery Found Hannah
[8:30 – 10:44] – Joleen’s First Stitches (and Skepticism)
[10:45 – 17:09] – The Power of Video Tutorials
[17:10 – 22:29] – Changing the Craft Club Game
[22:30 – 24:29] – Evelyn’s Bouquet: New Fan Favorite
[24:30 – 30:14] – Stitch Along with Hannah
[30:15 – 36:14] – How Hannah Designs a Kit
[36:15 – 38:39] – What Surprises Beginners the Most
[38:40 – 41:20] – Slow Stitching and Mental Health
[41:21 – 49:59] – Building a Business from Creativity
[50:00 – 54:29] – What’s Next for Hannah?
[54:30 – End] – Thank You and Wrap-Up Hugs


Quotes from the Episode:

"I guarantee you can do it." — Hannah Arnold
"The first time someone tells you, 'I made this because of you,' you realize how powerful art can be." — Hannah Arnold
"When I started stitching, I didn’t know what I was doing — I was just making it up as I went. And that’s okay." — Joleen Emery
"I knew if I was going to teach embroidery, I had to do it in a way that actually worked for real people." — Hannah Arnold
"You don’t have to be perfect to be creative. You just have to begin." — Joleen Emery
"You’re not just stitching flowers — you’re building confidence one loop at a time." — Joleen Emery


Resources and Links:

• Hannah’s Kits & Courses → Sherwood Forest Creations, 
• Use code HAPPY at checkout to get 10% off from Hannah's Kits and Courses
• Retreat Info: Big Raven Farm Retreats

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Craftonians! 🎉 Welcome to the 47th episode of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast! In this heartwarming and creativity-charged installment, host Joleen Emery welcomes the radiant Cindy Ingram — artist, author, and founder of Art Class Curator. Cindy opens up about her journey from burnout to creative rebirth, sharing how years of disconnect from her artistic side led her to write “Art is About Being Whole”, a memoir that uses art to explore emotions and healing. This episode is a joyful deep dive into how creativity isn’t about perfection, but about process — a practice that blossoms through play, curiosity, and action. Joleen and Cindy laugh, reflect, and inspire as they break down barriers around artistic worthiness, share their messy art journals, and encourage everyone to embrace their inner artist — no matter where they are in their journey.


Guest Bio

Cindy Ingram is the soulful powerhouse behind Art Class Curator, a creativity coach, and the author of Art is About Being Whole. Her passion? Helping others reconnect with their inner artist through self-expression and deep emotional connection to art. She's not just talking about brushstrokes—she's talking about wholeness.


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• Instagram
• Facebook
• Tiktok 

Episode Chapters with Timestamps:

[00:00 – 03:11] – Welcome Back!  Life Updates & Retreat Season at Big Raven Farm
[03:12 – 05:09] – Meet Cindy Ingram
[05:10 – 08:44] – Burnout & the Creative Disconnect
[08:45 – 12:29] – Rediscovering Joy Through Art Journaling
[12:30 – 15:59] – Writing ‘Art is About Being Whole’
[16:00 – 20:59] – The Truth About Creativity
[21:00 – 26:39] – Releasing Perfection, Embracing Play
[26:40 – 29:59] – Art, Emotions & Frida Kahlo
[30:00 – 34:14] – Getting Messy On Purpose
[34:15 – 37:59] – Mosaic Dinosaurs & Giggle-Worthy Art
[38:00 – End] – Final Reflections: Creativity as Wholeness

Quotes from the Episode:

"Creativity comes with action — it doesn’t just strike like lightning." — Cindy Ingram
"The transformation happened during the writing, not when I held the book." — Cindy Ingram
"Art is not about skill — it's about connection." — Cindy Ingram
"The creative process is thrilling—it's about the doing, not the outcome." — Cindy Ingram

Resources and Links:

• 📚 Get the book: Art is About Being Whole
• 🖌️ Art Class Curator: artclasscurator.com
• 🔥Register Here: Creative Firestarter Workshop
• 🌸 Retreats at Big Raven Farm: Explore Here

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Craftonians! In episode 46 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast, Joleen chats with the radiant and deeply insightful Cheri Dostal Ryba, a dancer, yoga therapist, writer, and ritualist who beautifully blends embodiment and creativity. They dive into Cheri’s journey as a published author of Pelvic Yoga Therapy for the Whole Woman, exploring the emotional vulnerability of sharing your work with the world and the surprising joy of hearing how it resonates with others. The convo is heartfelt and humorous as they demystify pelvic health, touch on sensuality, the creative process, and how movement practices like yoga and dance connect us to presence, healing, and wholeness. A must-listen for anyone craving connection with their body and creativity!

Guest Bio

Cheri Dostal Ryba is a dancer, writer, yoga therapist, and soulful creative. Her work centers on helping women reconnect with their pelvic wellness, sensuality, and whole-body vitality. Through her retreats, writings, and teachings, Cheri empowers others to come home to themselves through movement, ritual, and reflection.

Follow Cheri

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• Instagram
• Facebook

Episode Chapters with Timestamps:

[00:00 – 02:44] – Big Raven Farm Updates & Retreat Season Kickoff
[02:45 – 05:29] – Welcoming Cheri + Her Creative Credentials
[05:30 – 09:39] – What It Means to Be a Published Author
[09:40 – 14:54] – Pelvic Health: What We’re REALLY Talking About
[14:55 – 21:19] – Creativity as Embodiment
[21:20 – 28:09] – Dancer Roots & Improvisation as Healing
[28:10 – 28:59] –Yoga Off the Mat: Daily Resets & Present Awareness
[29:00 – 34:39] – Improvisational dance, presence, and body-based healing
[34:40 – 41:59] – Reclaiming the floor: resets and grounding
[42:00 – 47:59] – Tips for non-dancers who want to try embodiment
[48:00 – End] – Wrapping up with warmth and wisdom

Quotes from the Episode:

"Once I drop in, it's hard to be distracted. That’s the magic of embodiment." — Cheri Dostal Ryba
"Publishing my book was like tattooing my own wellness on my skin." — Cheri Cheri Dostal Ryba
"You don't need to be a dancer. If you're alive, breathing, and human—you're already in." — Cheri Dostal Ryba
"This is showing me I’m doing something that matters." — Cheri Dostal Ryba

Resources and Links:

•  📘 Grab Cheri’s book: Pelvic Yoga Therapy for the Whole Woman – A guide for healing, reconnection, and whole-body wellness. 
•  💃 Join Cheri at her upcoming SATISFY RETREAT — explore movement, ritual, and renewal! 

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Craftonians! Welcome to the 45th episode of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast where Joleen chats with the incredibly talented Timm Sevitz, a beloved figure in the crafting community. Timm shares his inspiring journey from a creative child who struggled with confidence to an artist with over a million followers. He talks about his love for making art accessible and fun, working with brands like Crayola, Michaels, and Joann Fabrics, and his newest project—his upcoming children's craft book! Joleen and Timm discuss the power of embracing creativity, the importance of being your authentic self, and the healing magic of crafting. This episode is full of laughter, heartfelt moments, and creative inspiration for makers of all ages.

Guest Bio

Timm Sevitz is a crafting superstar with over a million followers on social media, where he shares fun, easy, and inspiring DIY ideas for all ages. He’s worked with brands like Crayola, Michaels, Cricut, and more and is now adding “author” to his list of accomplishments with his brand-new children’s craft book, launching April 8th!

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• Instagram
• Tiktok
• Youtube
• Facebook
• Pinterest

Episode Chapters with Timestamps:

[00:00] – [02:14] –  Welcome Back, Joleen! – Post-travel brain fog is real!
[02:15] – [05:29] – Introducing Timm Sevitz – The artist, the legend, the crafter!
[05:30] – [10:44] – Timm’s Big News! – A children’s craft book is on the way!
[10:45] – [18:19] – The Power of Embracing Your Creativity – Weird is the new cool!
[18:20] – [25:49] – Timm’s Favorite Crafting Mediums
[25:50] – [32:09] – Overcoming Childhood Struggles Through Art – Turning pain into creativity.
[32:10] – [39:59] – Encouraging Young Artists – Let’s make creativity fun for everyone!
[40:00] – [End] – Final Words & Exciting Announcements – Where to find Timm’s book!

Quotes from the Episode:

“One of the best things about crafting is that there are no mistakes—just happy little experiments!“  – Timm Sevitz
“Saying 'yes' to opportunities, even when they scare you, can lead to the most amazing adventures.“  – Timm Sevitz
“Crafting is a superpower. It teaches patience, creativity, and confidence—all while having fun!“  – Timm Sevitz

Resources and Links:

• 📖 Pre-Order Timm’s Book!

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