Joleen Emery’s Guide to Crafty Books for Gift Giving – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 72

Join Joleen for a cozy solo episode filled with gratitude, holiday cheer, and creative inspiration. Fresh off an 11-week retreat season, she shares her favorite crafty books—from abstract watercolor to playful doodle guides—perfect for gifting or sparking your own creativity. Warm, fun, and totally Joleen, this episode is your holiday inspiration boost.Guest BioNo guest this week — just your favorite creative cheerleader, Joleen Emery, beaming positivity and practical art wisdom straight from her studio.Follow JoleenWebsiteInstagramPodcast HubYouTubeTikTokEpisode Chapters with Timestamps[00:00 – 02:29] – Post-retreat gratitude and holiday energy[02:30 – 05:59] – A quick catch-up: reflections on 11 amazing back-to-back retreats.[06:00 – 07:29] – Surprise! No guest today — instead, it’s all about Joleen’s favorite crafty resources.[07:30 – 10:14] – Book #1: Creative Abstract Watercolor by Kate Rebecca Leech[10:15 – 14:44] – Book #2: Learn to Watercolor by Lacy Walker (Rebel Unicorn Crafts)[14:45 – 17:59] – Book #3: The Big Book of Watercolor by Mallerie Jane[18:00 – 21:29] – Book #4: Painting Happiness by Terry Runyan[21:30 – 24:59] – Book #5: Kawaii Doodle Class (from Five Below)[25:00 – 30:59] – Book #6: 20 Ways to Draw a Tulip[31:00 – End] – Wrapping with love & laughterQuotes from the Episode“I thought I’d feel relief… but I mostly just feel grateful.” – Joleen Emery“Creative Abstract Watercolor makes you feel successful really quickly — and who doesn’t love that?” – Joleen Emery“Let’s start with blobs, add more blobs… friends, we can do this!” – Joleen Emery“Art isn’t about perfection — it’s about joy.” – Joleen EmeryResources and Links📚 Books Mentioned:Creative Abstract Watercolor by Kate Rebecca LeechLearn to Watercolor by Lacy Walker (Rebel Unicorn Crafts)The Big Book of Watercolor by Mallerie JanePainting Happiness by Terry RunyanKawaii Doodle Class (available at Five Below or online)20 Ways to Draw a Tulip Love "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