Powertex Podcast

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Powertex Podcast episodes

  • Lifting the Lid: Gatekeeping in Arts and Crafts Ep #3

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    Why is Powertex still a secret? In this episode of Inside the Studio, I’m diving into the frustrating issue of gatekeeping in the arts and crafts world. You know the kind – when people talk about "mixed media" or "creative workshops" but don’t quite share the specifics of what they’re using. It’s holding people back, and it’s something I’m determined to change.

    🎧 Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

    1. How gatekeeping creates barriers, makes resources seem more complex and intimidates beginners.
    2. Why I believe sharing knowledge is essential for building a supportive creative community.
    3. How Powertex – the ultimate tool for mixed media artists – is accessible, versatile and way too good to keep to ourselves.

    Let’s share the joy of Powertex and break down those creative barriers together.  Join me for a light-hearted but honest conversation about making art accessible for everyone!

    Join the Powertex Community on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/POWERTEXSTUDIO

    Visit the official Powertex website here: https://www.powertex.co.uk

    17 min
  • Podcast Episode #2 - What to Create On Blue Monday

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    It's Blue Monday, the most depressing day of the year, so let's get the Powertex out! I’m sharing three simple projects you can create when you’re feeling blue and my tips on what to avoid when your energy is low. Whether it’s making air-dry clay, upcycling a jar, or starting a painting, these straightforward ideas are perfect for boosting your mood. Plus, I’ll explain why some activities, like endless Pinterest scrolling, might do more harm than good.

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    1. Three Mood-Lifting Projects: Easy, no-pressure creativity to help you feel better.
    2. What to Avoid: The creative tasks that can lead to frustration when you’re feeling low.
    3. The Power of Hands-On Creativity: How simple crafting can act as self-care and reduce stress.

    Perfect for anyone looking for creative inspiration to shake off the blues!

    Join the Powertex Community on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/POWERTEXSTUDIO

    Visit the official Powertex website here: https://www.powertex.co.uk

    16 min
  • My Top 5 Sources of Inspiration Ep #1

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    Welcome to the very first episode of the Powertex Studio Podcast!  This is the ultimate creative space for mixed media artists, crafters, educators and anyone who loves to explore their inner creative adventurer. Whether you're new to Powertex or a seasoned maker, this podcast is here to spark your imagination and fuel your artistic journey. 

    In this debut episode, I'm sharing my top 5 favourite sources of inspiration—the go-to places, experiences and practices that light my creative fire.  You’ll discover how small details like the bark on a tree or a pattern on fabric can spark entire projects, why the natural world is an endless well of ideas and how books and stories ignite the imagination in ways nothing else can. 

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    1. How to find creative inspiration in small details and textures around you.
    2. Ways to use the natural world to spark artistic ideas.
    3. Why books and stories can ignite your imagination and fuel creativity.

    Get ready to be inspired and uncover new ways to fuel your creative practice. Don’t forget to share where you find inspiration with us in The Powertex Studio Facebook group!

    Join the Powertex Community on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/POWERTEXSTUDIO

    Visit the official Powertex website here: https://www.powertex.co.uk

    23 min

About Powertex Podcast

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Welcome to the Powertex Podcast, where creativity meets confidence.

Hosted by Michele Brewer, Creative Director of Powertex UK, this seasons podcast takes you behind the scenes of…