From Leaves to Pages: Eco Printing & Cyanotype with Joleen Emery – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 87

Craftonians! ✨ Episode 87 is bursting with creativity, clever ideas, and a little joyful chaos as Joleen shares her “Five Happy Things” — from quirky upcycled projects to genius crafting hacks. She then dives into the magical world of eco printing, walking you through how to create a beautiful EcoBook using natural materials like eucalyptus leaves. It’s a fun, hands-on reminder that creativity can be simple, experimental, and full of happy surprises. So grab some leaves, embrace the imperfections, and turn everyday materials into something truly meaningful.Guest BioJoleen is a mixed media artist, retreat host, and creative educator based at Big Raven Farm. Known for her joyful, resourceful approach to art, she specializes in upcycling materials into meaningful, beautiful creations — all while encouraging others to embrace creativity without fear.Follow JoleenWebsiteInstagramYoutubeEpisode Chapters with Timestamps[00:00 – 01:59] – Welcome + Retreat Buzz & Energy[02:00 – 07:59] – Five Happy Things (creative wins & fun finds)[08:00 – 14:59] – Bowling Ball Art Project (yes, really)[15:00 – 17:59] – Introduction to Eco Printing[18:00 – 21:59] – What is an EcoBook? (final result walkthrough)[22:00 – 25:59] – Materials Needed (paper, eucalyptus, tools)[26:00 – 29:59] – The Eco Printing Process Explained[30:00 – 33:59] – Results, Experiments & What to Expect[34:00 – 37:59] – Embellishing Your Eco Prints[38:00 – End] – Creative Encouragement + Try It YourselfQuotes from the Episode“This is not a three-hour project — this is a settle in and get yourself happy kind of project.” — Joleen Emery“Not every print will be a keeper, but every single one has potential.” — Joleen Emery“I love taking something simple and turning it into something meaningful.” — Joleen Emery“Let the process surprise you — that’s where the magic is.” — Joleen Emery“It doesn’t have to be perfect to be beautiful.” — Joleen EmeryResources and Links🌿 Eco Printing Materials – eucalyptus leaves, watercolor paper, vintage papers🍲 Non-Reactive Pot – aluminum or camping pot for boiling prints🪵 Wood Boards – used to press and bundle papers during printing📚 Repurposed Bookboard – for creating EcoBook covers🖊️ Embellishing Tools – white pen, black pen, gold paint markers🧴 Weldbond Glue – used in earlier featured projects (multi-surface adhesive)🎨 Fabric Medium + Acrylic Paint – for stencil work on textiles🧵 Stick & Stitch Embroidery Paper – for turning drawings into embroidery🛍️ Dollar Store Craft Supplies – marbles, rhinestones, and more🛠️ Bowling Ball Stand (Amazon) – display for finished art pieceLove "Happy Time Craftcast"? 👉Don’t forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts and leave a review to help others discover our crafty community 👉Stay tuned for more Happy Time Craftcast with Joleen Emery. Subscribe now!👉FOLLOW  ME ON TIKTOK | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM 👉SIGN UP FOR THE ART KIT OF THE MONTH CLUB