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In this solo episode of Creative Juggle Joy, host Delores Naskrent takes listeners behind the scenes of her creative process to share how switching from Adobe Illustrator to Affinity Designer on the iPad reignited her joy for making art.

Delores opens up about what it’s like to learn new software after decades of experience, why fresh tools can unlock new creativity, and how working directly on the iPad transformed both her workflow and artistic confidence.

She dives into:
 🎨 Why new tools create new thinking
 💡 Key Affinity Designer features that make it a game-changer
 🖌️ How she blends vector and pixel personas for painterly results
 🧠 Mindset tips for learning (and enjoying) new software
 🤝 The importance of community and momentum for artists

Whether you’re a beginner exploring Affinity Designer or a seasoned Adobe user curious about making the switch, this episode is your creative pep talk to try something new, stay curious, and rediscover your joy in creating.

👉 Listen now and be reminded: it’s okay to start slow, to ask questions, and to celebrate every small win on your artistic journey.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Affinity Designer for iPad
• Procreate
• Delores’ Affinity Designer Foundations Course
• Thriving Artist Membership

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In this heartfelt episode of Creative Juggle Joy, Co-host Delores sits down with her student KeriAnne Daniels, founder of Kind Words Count — a kindness-centered card and gift brand born from love, friendship, and a very personal story.

KeriAnne went from “I’m not really an artist” to building a full creative business in her 50s, learning digital design from scratch and turning one handmade gift into a thoughtful product line now sold both retail and wholesale.

Together, Delores and KeriAnne talk about:

💌 How a dear friend’s cancer journey sparked the very first “positivity cards”
 🎨 Going from hand-painted cards to learning Affinity Designer & digital design
 📦 Developing a tangible product line: printing, packaging, and retail-ready details
 🛍️ Moving from Etsy and online sales into boutiques and wholesale markets
 🧠 Mindset, journaling, and being a lifelong learner (especially when starting “later”)
 🌟 Encouragement for creatives who feel like they’re “starting from zero”

If you’ve ever wondered whether you can turn a tiny idea in your heart into something real, beautiful, and meaningful — this conversation is for you.

✨ Connect with KeriAnne:
 Website: kindwordscount.net
Instagram & Facebook: @kindwordscount

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Etsy’s latest algorithm changes have shaken the handmade and art community — and if your shop views or sales have dropped, you’re not alone. 

In this episode, Kaylie dives into what’s really happening behind the scenes with Etsy’s new “AI algorithm” and why relying on a single platform is riskier than ever.

She breaks down how to protect your creative income when marketplaces move the goalposts and shares practical strategies to diversify your sales without burning out.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:
 🎯 What Etsy’s AI search updates actually mean for your shop
 🛍️ Alternative platforms worth exploring (Zazzle, GoImagine, Shopify, PayHip & more)
 🎨 Print-on-demand options for artists and handmade sellers
 📧 How to market your work off-platform using Pinterest, email, and social storytelling
 🌿 Why building your own website gives you long-term stability and control

This isn’t about ditching Etsy — it’s about building resilience, protecting your creativity, and taking back control of how and where you sell.

🎧 Tune in to Ep.58 – Beyond Etsy: Smarter Selling Strategies for Creatives in Uncertain Times.

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In this heartwarming episode of Creative Juggle Joy, Delores sits down with collage artist, educator, and event organizer Kelley Bren Burke, the creative mind behind Free Create — a new collaborative event connecting artists, teachers, and learners through creativity and generosity.

Kelley shares the story of how Free Create began after her experiences in online summits and teaching on Skillshare, and how she built an event designed to lift artists up, foster collaboration, and offer valuable creative resources for free.

Together, Delores and Kelley explore:
 🌿 The inspiration and evolution behind Free Create
 🎨 The power of creative collaboration and generosity
 💌 How connection and community help artists thrive in uncertain times
 📚 Teaching short, achievable classes on Skillshare
 🐶 A few fun behind-the-scenes stories (including two very different 8-month-old puppies!)

Whether you’re an artist, educator, or creative dreamer, this episode will leave you inspired to share your gifts, connect with others, and embrace collaboration over competition.

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Ever wondered how Delores manages to release two full classes a month while also running her business, creating art, and mentoring students? 

In this behind-the-scenes solo episode, she’s pulling back the curtain on her entire teaching workflow — from concept to class launch.

Delores shares how she structures her lessons, designs projects that truly engage students, and reuses smart templates to stay consistent without sacrificing quality. You’ll learn how she:

✨ Starts every class with a clear, purposeful project
 🎨 Refines techniques through repetition and practical experimentation
 🎥 Records short, focused lessons that keep students motivated
 💻 Uses tools like iMovie, Descript, and ChatGPT to streamline her process
 👩‍👧 Collaborates with her daughter to edit efficiently and save time

Whether you’re an artist thinking about teaching online or a creative educator looking to work smarter, not harder — this episode will help you find your rhythm, reuse your structure, and bring more joy into your teaching process.

🎧 Listen now and discover how to make your teaching workflow more sustainable — without losing the creative spark that makes your classes shine.

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Artificial Intelligence — it’s one of the most talked-about (and divisive) topics in the creative world right now. Some say it’s stealing from artists… others call it a total game-changer. But what’s the truth when you’re actually using it inside a creative business?

In this episode, Kaylie and Delores sit down with artist and designer Lisa Martin of Beachside Designs to unpack the real conversation around AI — beyond the hype, fear, and frustration.

Lisa shares how she went from being “AI-resistant” to using tools like ChatGPT to streamline her business — from product listings and blogging to building her website. Together, the trio explores:

✨ How AI can save time and reduce overwhelm for artists and small business owners
 🎨 Where to draw the ethical line between assistance and authorship
 ⚖️ The fears many artists have about AI scraping artwork and flooding marketplaces
 💡 How Kaylie and Delores use AI to create branded graphics and content in their own businesses
 🖌️ Why the heart of creativity will always belong to humans

It’s a balanced, honest conversation about finding the middle ground — using AI as a tool, not a threat — and how it can become your “secret studio assistant” without replacing your creative voice.

🎧 Tune in and join the conversation: is AI your friend, foe, or creative studio assistant?

Connect with us:
Kaylie – @SpellweaverCreativeStudio

 Delores – @DeloresArtCanada

 Guest:

Lisa Martin – Website: Beachside Designs

Instagram: beachsidedesigns.com_oc

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Ever wished there were two of you so you could finally keep up with your creative business? 

In this episode, Kaylie shares how gentle automation can help you do just that — without losing the personal touch.

As a mum with chronic illness and a busy toddler, Kaylie opens up about how automation has become her secret helper for protecting her energy, sanity, and creativity. She walks you through simple ways to start automating your emails, social media, and admin tasks so you can spend more time doing what you actually love — creating.

You’ll learn:
 ✨ What to include in your first email welcome series
 ✨ Easy tools to schedule social posts, videos, and replies
 ✨ How to use AI (like ChatGPT) authentically
 ✨ The platforms that make automation actually easy for creatives

Plus, Kaylie shares a personal look at her own automation journey — from tech headaches to time-saving breakthroughs — and invites you to grab her free cheat sheet: “Automate the Boring Stuff: 10 Time-Saving Hacks for Creatives.”

🎧 Tune in, take a deep breath, and get ready to reclaim your time (and your joy) one small system at a time.

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What if your limitations were actually your creative superpower?

In this co-hosted episode, Kaylie and Delores dive deep into the realities of creating while juggling limited time, energy, or even outdated tech. 

Whether it’s motherhood, chronic pain, aging bodies, or software that won’t cooperate, the truth is: most of us aren’t creating in perfect conditions — and that’s okay.

You’ll hear real talk and practical strategies from both hosts, including:

🕒 How to create in micro-moments (and why 20 minutes counts)
 🧠 Why templates, batching, and repurposing are game-changers
 🛠️ What to do when your tech feels like a barrier
 📽️ The value of SOPs (standard operating procedures) for saving time
 🎨 How constraints can actually define — not diminish — your style
 🤖 Kaylie’s honest take on AI tools and where they do (and don’t) help

From baby nap schedules to eye strain to shifting platforms mid-launch, this is a heart-filled reminder that your creative work doesn’t need to be perfect to be powerful.

✨ PLUS: Kaylie shares her favorite tools for making progress in just 60 minutes (or less), even when life feels like chaos.

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• Five Cards in Five Days Challenge

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Sage Grayson's Fix it Fast

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In this follow-up episode, Delores sits down once again with illustrator and licensing mentor Vanessa Stoilova from Art Business with Ness — and this time, they're going deep into the real-world mechanics of working with art licensing agents, pitching your own work, and what it actually takes to make consistent income as a surface designer.

Vanessa shares her personal journey from cold pitching to landing a dream contract with Pink Light Studio, and explains how agencies work behind the scenes — including how they pitch to companies like Hobby Lobby, and what artists should know before seeking representation.

You’ll learn:

• What art agents actually do (and don’t do!)
• Why licensing your art is not passive income (but can still be joyful and profitable)
• How many designs you really need before pitching
• What to put in your portfolio if you’re just starting out
• How Vanessa's students are landing deals (with or without an agent)
• A peek into Vanessa’s own design and pitching systems — including her Airtable database tips!

Whether you’re dreaming of licensing your art or already dabbling in surface design, this episode is full of down-to-earth encouragement and behind-the-scenes insight you won’t want to miss.

🎓 Want to dive deeper? Vanessa’s Art Business Bootcamp opens Sept 1, and her free masterclass on starting a freelance illustration career is happening Sept 2.

🎉 Plus: Vanessa is joining Delores live inside the VIP Creators Pack during the Five Cards in Five Days Challenge on Sept 25 — don’t miss her licensing Q&A!

🖼️ Vanessa's freebie: "6 Essentials for Your Surface Design Portfolio"

 🎥 YouTube: Art Business with Ness

 🖥️ Explore Vanessa’s courses & art business bootcamp

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In this episode of Creative Juggle Joy, Delores sits down with artist, YouTuber, and creative business coach Vanessa Stoilova from Art Business With Ness for a deep dive into one of the most approachable—and profitable—art formats: greeting cards!

They chat about:

✨ Why greeting cards are a great entry point for artists
 🎯 What retailers and art directors actually look for in a card line
🧠 How to balance your unique style with market trends
🎨 Evergreen card themes that consistently sell
🛍️ The difference between art licensing and selling on POD sites like Card Isle or Etsy
📦 How Vanessa and Delores have each built card-selling strategies that fit their life and goals

Plus, they share smart first steps if you want to get your card designs into the world this season!

👋 Vanessa will also be a guest speaker in Delores’s upcoming Five Cards in Five Days Challenge, running September 22–26. Get ready to level up your card design skills and learn from TWO seasoned creatives.

🎁 Sign up for the FREE challenge or upgrade to the VIP Creator’s Pack (so worth it!) 

Vanessa Stoilova is a licensing artist, illustrator, and educator behind Art Business with Ness. She helps artists build thriving creative careers through licensing, surface design, and business strategy. Vanessa’s YouTube channel, Art Business with Ness  is a go-to hub for illustrators wanting to learn about licensing, portfolios, and selling art commercially. She’s also the creator of the Art Business Bootcamp a 12-month mentorship that reopens each September.
🎁 Grab her free guide: 6 Essentials for Your Surface Design Portfolio
🖥️ Explore her offers & courses: www.artbusinesswithness.com/links

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