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In this episode of Creative Crossroads, hosts Ellyn and Catherine welcome their friend Chris Davies, a talented quilter and musician. Chris shares her journey from music to quilting, discussing her creative process, the impact of synesthesia on her art, and her inspirations. The conversation delves into how Chris transitioned from music to visual arts, her love for improvisation in quilting, and her thoughts on embracing the creative process without fear of failure. Listeners will find insights into Chris's unique approach to both quilting and music, as well as her philosophy on creativity and learning from both successes and failures.

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00:00 Welcome to Creative Crossroads

00:17 Meet Our Guest: Chris Davies

01:01 Chris's Journey into Creativity

01:31 The Influence of Music on Creativity

02:33 Project Runway Inspiration

04:57 Exploring Synesthesia

07:43 Creative Challenges and Collaborations

11:50 Finding Inspiration and Starting Projects

16:55 Navigating Creative Blocks

19:09 Reflecting on a Creative Childhood

20:34 Starting with Improv Quilting

22:19 Confidence in the Creative Process

24:57 The Role of Synesthesia in Music and Quilting

27:22 Encouraging New Creatives

32:26 Current Projects and Future Plans

34:16 Creative Spaces and Aspirations

35:52 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Thanks for joining us at Creative Crossroads! Keep creating and we'll see you again soon!