PODCAST · arts
Brush & Banter | A Zibra Podcast
by Brie Hansen, Annie Bolding, & Lauren Cooper
Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.
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Why Saying "No" Is the Key to a Sustainable Creative Business
Every creative starts in “yes mode.” Say yes to every project, every client, every opportunity, because that’s how you grow. But at some point, that pace stops working. In this minisode, Jen Talley, Courtney Wiesel, Alli K Designs, and the Off the Walls Murals team share what changed when they started getting more selective. Turning down projects that don’t fit. Referring work instead of forcing it. Protecting time, energy, and family life. These are the decisions that shape a business you can actually keep up with. If you’ve been stretched thin or stuck taking on work that doesn’t feel like you anymore, this conversation brings you back to what matters, and shows how saying no creates space for better work, better clients, and a business that fits your life.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why Jen Talley shifted from saying yes to everything to choosing projects that actually fit her life and directionWhat changes when you stop trying to be everything to everyone and start building around your strengthsHow Alli K Designs handles out-of-scope requests by referring, delegating, or bringing in the right people instead of doing it allHow understanding your market helps you say no with confidence, and avoid work that won’t sell or scaleThe mindset shift that helps you price, choose, and operate like your ideal client.The Off the Walls Murals team’s approach to setting work hours, protecting family time, and keeping the business sustainableHit rewind on these episodes:Selling on Marketplace in 2026 with Jen Talley of Perfectly Imperfect Furniture RefinishingComing Back From a Creative Break with Courtney Weisel of Steel Birch StudiosSetting Your Prices as an Artist with Alli K DesignBuilding a Creative Business with Your Best Friend feat. Caroline & Tianna of Off the Walls MuralsWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Mural Pricing Mistakes That Cost Artists Thousands (And How to Fix Them)
Pricing your work is your favorite guessing game, you say? Don’t worry. For most artists, it’s their least favorite - and frankly, it shouldn’t have to feel like one. This minisode gets real about the messy middle between undercharging, overthinking, and learning the hard way, with honest perspective from Alli K Design, the Off the Walls Murals team, and Kyle Mosher. From showing up to walls way bigger than expected to losing thousands on early mistakes no one warns you about, these are the moments that actually shape how artists start pricing with confidence. What comes through isn’t a perfect formula (because there isn’t one), but something more useful: a grounded way to think about your numbers, your time, and your value, built through curiosity, community, and experience. If you’ve ever second-guessed a quote or wondered if you’re doing it “right,” this one will feel like a conversation you didn’t know you needed.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why pricing murals will never be a plug-and-play formula, and what to do insteadHow Alli K approaches pricing through curiosity, community, and asking better questionsWhat a certain muralist learned about time, energy, and setting boundaries (including charging for site visits)The real cost of early business mistakes… and how Kyle Mosher turned them into better systemsWhy outsourcing the parts of your business you avoid can actually make you more moneyHow to balance being the artist and the operator without burning outThe bigger vision behind Off The Walls Murals’ work – and how pricing well allows you to give back in a sustainable wayHit rewind on these episodes:Setting Your Prices as an Artist with Alli K DesignBooking Brand Collabs with Artist Kyle MosherBuilding a Creative Business with Your Best Friend feat. Caroline & Tianna of Off the Walls MuralsResources mentioned:Make-A-Wish FoundationUnited WayChildren in CrisisWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Marketing Yourself as an Artist Without Feeling Salesy
Marketing advice online often pushes creators toward trends, virality, and constant output, but it turns out that’s not what actually builds a sustainable business. This minisode brings together insights from Shannon McKinstrie, Off the Walls Murals, and Alyssa Vilardi to show what really moves the needle: clear messaging, content that makes people feel connected, and paying attention to the metrics that actually matter (like retention, not just reach). It’s a shift from chasing spikes to building something steady, from underpricing to standing behind your value, and from guessing what works to creating with intention, so that your marketing feels like an extension of your work, not something separate from it.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why building genuine community matters more than chasing one viral momentThe one element that stops the scroll (and it's not what you think)The metric Instagram cares about that most creators ignoreWhy designing for the algorithm doesn't mean losing yourselfThe pricing mistake almost every creative makesHow certification turns assistants into brand ambassadorsThe financial sustainability detail most creatives overlookHit rewind on these episodes:Social Media Expert Shannon McKinstrie Tells Us How to Grow on InstagramTurning DIY, Motherhood, and Mess Into a Creative Business with Alyssa Vilardi of The Things We BuiltBuilding a Creative Business with Your Best Friend feat. Caroline & Tianna of Off the Walls MuralsWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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How to Find Your Art Style (and Know When It’s Yours)
Creators spend years trying to define “their style,” but what if it’s already there, just not fully formed yet? This minisode pulls together honest moments from Cyn, Alyssa Vilardi, and Lauren Hull with Olga Muzician, tracing the real path of finding your style: evolving through client work, pushing through the “ugly phase,” and slowly recognizing the patterns that make your work yours. It’s less about discovering something new and more about noticing what’s been building all along, and having the confidence to follow it.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why your art style is already forming (even if you can’t see it yet)How pushing through the “ugly phase” leads to your best workWhat experimenting across projects teaches you about your style faster than waitingHow recurring elements and influences make your work recognizable over timeWhy sharing the messy, behind-the-scenes process builds a stronger audience connectionHow confidence with clients helps protect and refine your creative voiceHit rewind on these episodes:Landing Paid Art Projects with Major Brands & Finding Your Creative Voice with Cyn of Chalk & BrushTurning DIY, Motherhood, and Mess Into a Creative Business with Alyssa Vilardi of The Things We BuiltThe Messy Middle of a Project... And Your Career as an Artist | Reflecting on Creative Beginnings with Olga Muzician & Lauren HullWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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How Furniture Flippers Choose Projects for Profit
When you’re flipping furniture, the biggest shift isn’t learning how to paint – it’s learning what’s actually worth your time. This minisode pulls together real-world perspectives from Jen Talley, Lauren Hull, Olga Muzician and Courtney Weisel on how they balance creativity with demand, choose pieces that will sell, and avoid projects that quietly drain profit. From simplifying your style to setting boundaries around what you won’t take on, this is about creating with intention so your work stays both sustainable and rewarding. In this minisode, we’re rewinding the actionable and inspiring soundbites from their Brush & Banter interviews to help you turn your passion into profit. In this episode, you’ll hear:Why “simple and timeless” often outsells trendy or overworked piecesHow to balance your creative style with what buyers actually wantWhat to look for when sourcing furniture (and what to avoid)The hidden cost of time, and how it impacts your profit per pieceWhen to say no to projects (even when it’s hard) to prevent burnoutHow diversifying your style can expand your market without losing your identityHit rewind on these episodes:Selling on Marketplace in 2026 with Jen Talley of Perfectly Imperfect Furniture RefinishingThe Messy Middle of a Project... And Your Career as an Artist | Reflecting on Creative Beginnings with Olga Muzician & Lauren HullComing Back From a Creative Break with Courtney Weisel of Steel Birch StudiosCreative finds from the episodes:Melange Paints - Jen’s discount code mentioned: JEN10Brushes mentioned (use code BANTER10 for 10% off):Artist Brush Set - SmallPalm Artist - 1” Flat PaintbrushZibra’s “Bundle & Save” SetsWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Creative Ways to Make More Money as an Artist
When you’re ready to turn your passion projects into income, it can be difficult and overwhelming to know where to start. Enter Kyle Mosher, Alli K., and Cyn Santos, working artists who have cracked the code to make more money as an artist without sacrificing your creativity. In this minisode, we’re rewinding the actionable and inspiring soundbites from their Brush & Banter interviews to help you turn your passion into profit. In this episode, you’ll hear:How Kyle Mosher built an artist-in-residence program to build the brand for an apartment complexWhy Alli K. said “no” to projects more often even as competition increasedHow Cyn Santos leveraged her website to reach the right clientsPresenting yourself as an influencer vs. a contractorNegotiating brand collaborations so you have creative freedom as the artistHit rewind on these episodes:Booking Brand Collabs with Kyle MosherSetting Your Prices as an Artist with Alli K DesignLanding Paid Art Projects with Major Brands & Finding Your Creative Voice with Cyn of Chalk & BrushWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Setting Your Prices as an Artist with Alli K Design
What does it actually take to build a mural business that lasts more than a decade… and still feels steady? Alli Koch shares the behind-the-scenes structure that supports her 11-year career: outsourcing before burnout hits, building a personal “board of directors,” charging for site visits, and pricing based on context instead of formulas. She talks candidly about setting boundaries even when it’s tricky - like saying “no” to free work (even for family). From being approached to publish art books to installing a 25-foot public sculpture, Alli’s story is a reminder that longevity isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing the right work, with the right boundaries, at the right pace.Alli Koch is a Texas-based muralist, author, and sculptor known for her large-scale public art and modern how-to drawing books. With 11 years in business and repeat clients booking her into 2026, she mentors artists at every stage on building sustainable, confidence-led creative careers.Connect with Alli:IGWebsiteMentoringCreative Finds:Zibra Speed Drop (Redesigned) - use code BANTER10 for 10% offAlli K Designs Book ShopMy Fancy Sticker Storybook by Alli K DesignsIn this episode, we discuss:The three-person “board of directors” that keeps self-doubt in checkWhy outsourcing isn’t indulgent, it’s how you protect your momentumDefining success by time freedom and relationships, not just revenuePricing murals through community conversations, not rigid formulasStaying open to opportunity while holding firm boundaries around your worthWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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How to Grow on Instagram with Social Media Expert Shannon McKinstrie
If Instagram feels harder than it used to, you’re not imagining it. Shannon McKinstrie sits down with Lauren and Brie to break down what’s actually driving growth right now, and it’s not chasing viral spikes. It’s retention, belonging, and messaging that makes people feel seen. They talk strong hooks (and her REP formula), why talk-to-camera reels convert better than trends, how to repurpose content within weeks instead of months, and how to use Stories to build real trust (even if your life feels “boring”). If you’ve been stuck in 200-view jail or burned out trying to keep up, this conversation will help you simplify your strategy and post with more intention, and a lot less pressure.Shannon McKinstrie is a social media strategist and educator who helps creators stop guessing and start posting with clarity. She’s the founder of Reels Lab and has helped thousands of business owners build sustainable Instagram strategies that actually convert.Connect with Shannon:WebsiteReels LabPodcastInstagramTikTokLinkedInCreative Finds:Zibra Edger Series Brush - use code BANTER10 for 10% offIn this episode, we discuss:Why retention matters more than viral spikes in 2026How to write stronger hooks using relatable identifiersRepurposing content within weeks (not months) to reduce burnoutUsing Stories to build trust and drive DMsTrial Reels as a low-pressure way to test talk-to-camera contentCreating a posting schedule that prevents burnoutWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Selling on Marketplace in 2026 with Jen Talley of Perfectly Imperfect Furniture Refinishing
Furniture flipping looks dreamy from the outside: paint, pretty pieces, a tidy before-and-after, but Jen Talley pulls back the curtain on what actually makes it sustainable. This conversation sits in the quiet middle between passion and burnout: learning when to say yes, when to say no, and why boundaries are just as creative as brushstrokes. Jen shares how her business evolved from late-night hobby energy to an intentional, values-led rhythm; choosing better pieces, protecting her time, letting simplicity sell, and honoring the very human reasons this work matters. It’s grounded, honest, and deeply reassuring for anyone trying to turn “I love this” into “this actually works.”Jen Talley is a furniture artist known for her timeless, perfectly imperfect approach and a business built on intention over hustle. Her work blends classic design, thoughtful boundaries, and a deep belief that furniture, and creativity, can hold real meaning.Connect with Jen:IG FacebookYouTubeCreative Finds:Melange Paints - Jen’s discount code mentioned: JEN10Golden Brush Awards 2025 - Public voting opening February 13In this episode, we discuss:When no becomes the most important business skill you can learnHow intention, boundaries, and simplicity create longevityWhy furniture doesn’t need more – it needs better (and simpler)The human stories behind the pieces we make and sellWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Shark Tank Success Story | How Billie Asmus Got Joanna Gaines to Say "Yes"
Billie Asmus was tired of plastic paint liners, half-used trays drying out overnight, and trying to save paint with foil and plastic bags, so she started messing around in her basement to see if she could make something better. That curiosity turned into a reusable paint tray, a lot of Google searches, a year of prototyping and manufacturing, and eventually a moment standing in the Shark Tank longer than expected, fighting for the right partners. In this conversation, Billie walks through what it actually looked like to build the RePaint Tray from scratch, what surprised her most about running a product-based business, and how listening to everyday painters shaped both the product and the community that grew around it.Billie Asmus is the founder of RePaint Studios and the creator of the RePaint Tray, a reusable paint tray designed to make painting less wasteful and easier to pick back up. She comes from a furniture flipping and marketing background and built the product by testing it herself and listening closely to the people using it.Connect with RePaint Studios:WebsiteIGTikTokFacebookCreative Finds:Zibra Edger Series Brush - use code BANTER10 for 10% offIn this episode, we discuss:The $50 basement prototype that proved the idea was worth chasingWhat no one warns you about when you start manufacturing a physical productWhy Billie stayed in the Shark Tank longer than expected, and how she decided who to fight forThe design choices that came from real painter feedback, not trendsHow a paint tray unexpectedly helped people return to painting againWhat it looks like when a product becomes a communityWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Building a Creative Business with Your Best Friend feat. Caroline & Tianna of Off the Walls Murals
Running a small business is hard. Running one with a friend can be even harder… and also incredibly rewarding. In this episode, Annie and Lauren sit down with Caroline and Tianna of Off the Walls Murals to talk about what it really looks like to build and grow a creative company together. From navigating money, pricing, and workload to handling conflict, communication, and long-term vision, this conversation pulls back the curtain on the systems, trust, and honesty required to protect both the business and the friendship. Caroline and Tianna are the co-founders of Off the Walls Murals, a community-driven mural company known for bold, thoughtful designs and large-scale transformations. Working as a creative duo, they’ve built a full-time mural business rooted in trust, aligned values, and a shared commitment to giving back. Connect with Off the Walls Murals:IGTikTokFacebookWebsiteCreative Finds:Zibra Edger Series Brushes – use code BANTER10 for 10% offSherwin-WilliamsRooted Creative Conference Make-A-Wish FoundationUnited WayChildren in CrisisIn this episode, we discuss:How to run a creative business with a best friend without damaging the friendshipThe systems, communication habits, and trust that keep a partnership healthy as it growsNavigating money, pricing, and big decisions together with confidence and alignmentWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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What This Year Really Looked Like | Community, Growth & Letting Go
Think of this as a creative yearbook you didn’t have to sign: the three of us looking back at 2025’s biggest lessons, strangest pivots, messy moments, and unexpected joys. We unpack how Rooted reshaped our year, how podcasting shifted our sense of community, what’s changing for us as artists and business owners, and the habits we’re absolutely not dragging into 2026. Add in your “Spilled Paint” chaos, our words for the new year, and a rapid-fire Brie takeover, and you get a cozy, reflective, slightly chaotic episode that feels like a warm reset for creatives everywhere.Episodes Mentioned:The Glow-Up of a Creative Life | Style Evolution, Brand Collabs & Paid For With Art with Multidisciplinary Artist Kyle MosherLanding Paid Art Projects with Major Brands & Finding Your Creative Voice with Cyn of Chalk & BrushYear-End Creative Finds:Zibra Holiday Shop – use code BANTER10 for 10% offZibra Gift CardsIn this episode, we discuss:The moments from 2025 that shifted our creative direction, from Rooted to unexpected collaborationsWhat podcasting taught us about community, connection, and creative lonelinessThe difference between saying “yes” out of excitement vs. scarcityWhat we’re intentionally leaving behind before stepping into 2026How our artistic styles, processes, and identities evolved this yearWhy structure, boundaries, and self-trust matter more than a perfect planWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Booking Brand Collabs with Artist Kyle Mosher
What happens when you stop trying to be the “right” kind of artist and start becoming the truest version of yourself? This week, Annie and Brie sit down with Charlotte-based multidisciplinary artist and illustrator Kyle Mosher to talk about artistic evolution, trusting the long game, and the surprising places a creative path can take you. From studying fine art in Italy to designing sneakers at Puma to building a community-powered brand, Kyle shares the pivots, risks, and revelations that shaped his signature style, and the way preparing for fatherhood is shifting everything he thought he knew about success.Kyle Mosher is a full-time artist, illustrator, and founder of Paid For With Art. Known for his collage-inspired style that blends fine art, culture, and graphic design, Kyle has collaborated with brands like Porsche, HBO, Forbes, and Dunkin’. Through his work and creative community, he champions the value of artistry and the belief that every creator deserves to get paid for what they love.Connect with Kyle:IGWebsitePaid For With ArtResources mentioned:Zibra Holiday Shop – use code BANTER10 for 10% offIn this episode, we discuss:How Kyle discovered his artistic voice by blending fine art, streetwear, and lived experienceThe real work of shifting from “I make art” to “I run a creative business” (and the mistakes that taught him everything)Why resilience, authenticity, and believing in your perspective matter more than perfection in a creative careerWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Turning DIY, Motherhood, and Mess Into a Creative Business with Alyssa Vilardi of The Things We Built
What happens when “making do” turns into making magic? This week, Annie and Lauren sit down with DIY designer and content creator Alyssa Vilardi of The Things We Built to talk about transforming everyday spaces (and everyday chaos) into something beautiful, functional, and full of heart. From painting nurseries in military housing to running a thriving content business, Alyssa shares how she built a brand rooted in authenticity, family, and the courage to take imperfect action. The trio dives into all things DIY, design, motherhood, and the art of creating joy right where you are, mess and all.Alyssa Vilardi is a DIY designer, content creator, mom of three, and military spouse behind The Things We Built. She’s known for her approachable projects, honest storytelling, and knack for turning rental spaces into reflections of real life and creativity. Through her work, Alyssa proves that creativity and authenticity can make any house feel like home.Connect with Alyssa:@the_things_we_builtFacebookWebsiteCreative Finds:2” Palm Pro Artist Brush – use code BANTER10 for 10% off.The Disco Day Desert House Zibra’s Holiday ShopIn this episode, we discuss:How a simple DIY project sparked a full-time creative businessLetting go of perfection to make room for joy (and chicken tenders)The juggle between motherhood, mental health, and creative driveDesigning spaces that feel like you – EVEN in a rentalWhy authenticity is the most sustainable business strategyWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Landing Paid Art Projects with Major Brands & Finding Your Creative Voice with Cyn of Chalk & Brush
What does it really mean to find your style, and your voice, as an artist? This week, Annie and Lauren sit down with muralist, lettering artist, and creative entrepreneur Cyn (“Cynno”) to talk about the messy middle of building a creative identity. All of the doubts, pivots, and dopamine hits that come with evolving your art and your business.From her early days painting chalkboards to designing murals for Starbucks, Virgin Voyages, and local Miami landmarks, Cyn shares how she found confidence in color, clarity in process, and joy in community–all while staying true to her roots (and her flamingos).Cinthia Santos is the muralist, lettering artist, and creative powerhouse behind Chalk and Brush Design Co. – the Miami studio turning blank walls into sunshine. Since 2013, she’s brought color, confidence, and community to brands and neighborhoods alike, proving that art really does change everything.Connect with Cinthia:Website@cynno @chalkandbrushResources mentioned:2-inch Palm Pro Artist Brush – use code BANTER10 for 10% off.In this episode, we discuss:How to evolve your style without losing your essenceThe mental tug-of-war between client vision and creative freedomWhy professionalism and process are the secret sauce to landing big clientsBuilding community with other women artists (and why competition is out, collaboration is in)Oh, and yes – painting on a cruise ship.Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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The Messy Middle of a Project... And Your Career as an Artist | Reflecting on Creative Beginnings with Olga Muzician & Lauren Hull
You know that part of a project where it looks like total chaos and you start questioning all your life choices? Yeah… that part. We’re going there.In this episode, muralist & lettering artist Olga Muzician and furniture flipper-turned-content creator Lauren Hull join hosts Annie and Lauren to talk about the not-so-glamorous side of creative beginnings; the flops, the freak-outs, and the surprisingly sweet moments that come from sticking it out. If you’ve ever cried mid-project, painted over something five times, or stared at your work thinking “what am I even doing?” - this one’s for you.Olga Muzician – Muralist and lettering artist behind Olga Muzician Studio, known for bold color, natural elements, and large-scale work that brings walls and spaces to life. Follow: Instagram, TikTokLauren Hull – Creator of Furniture Flipping Teacher, where she turns everyday pieces into teaching moments and helps others build confidence (and income) through creative flipping and DIY design. Follow: Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, InstagramZibra’s New “Bundle & Save” Sets: Zibra just launched three curated brush bundles designed for real-world creators, whether you’re refinishing furniture, cutting trim, or painting large-scale walls. Detail Bundle - Precision for edges and fine workWalls & Trim Bundle - Coverage and control for big projectsFurniture Flipping Bundle - Every refinisher’s essential toolkitExplore them at enjoyzibra.com and use code BANTER10 for 10% off.In this episode, we discuss:The ugly phase every artist goes through (and why it’s actually essential)Why tears, frustration, and fear are part of the creative process - and how to push through themThe small wins and big breakthroughs that happen when you don’t quitAdvice they wish they had when they were just getting startedWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Coming Back From a Creative Break with Courtney Weisel of Steel Birch Studios
Life moves in seasons, and sometimes that means stepping away from the studio. In this episode, Brie and Lauren sit down with award-winning refinisher Courtney Weisel of Steel Birch Studios to talk about what it really looks like to pause, pivot, and then pick the brush back up again.Courtney Weisel is the artist behind Steel Birch Studios, known for reimagining vintage furniture into sculptural, scroll-stopping works of art. She’s a Golden Brush Award winner whose bold textures, clean lines, and fearless experimentation have inspired creatives across the refinishing community. Connect with Courtney:Steel Birch Studios on IGBrushes mentioned:Artist Brush Set - SmallPalm Artist - 1” Flat PaintbrushIn this episode, we discuss:How Courtney navigated big life changes like moving, motherhood, and shifting priorities, while still holding onto her creative identityWhy investing in quality tools (like her favorite Zibra brushes; the small artist kit and palm artist) makes the process smoother and more joyfulSimple ways to restart after a creative break, from reflecting on past work to embracing small steps forwardWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Introducing Brush & Banter | A New Canvas for Creativity
The Zibra podcast is back - refreshed, reimagined, and ready to celebrate every kind of creative. In this first episode of Brush & Banter, Brie, Annie, and Lauren pull back the curtain on the rebrand, introduce themselves, and share why this podcast is for anyone who picks up a paint brush and brings a vision to life. Meet your new co-hosts!Annie Bolding (Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs) and Lauren Cooper (Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio) join Brie Hansen (President of Zibra) to bring fresh perspectives, creative energy, and real talk about life as working artists.Resources mentioned:Rooted Muralist ConferenceMedium Artist Brush SetSquare BrushPalm Flex ProIn this episode, we discuss:Why Zibra is rebranding the podcast to Brush & Banter and expanding the conversation beyond furniture refinishingThe stories behind Annie and Lauren’s creative journeys, from tech layoffs to mural magic and bold business pivotsWhat listeners can expect this season: inspiring artist interviews, practical business tips, and the new recurring segments Golden Moment and Don’t Cry Over Spilled PaintWelcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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How to Choose the Right Paint Colors
Sarah Bezanson of Sarah Bezanson Interiors shares her expert advise on things to consider when choosing a color.Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Yuletide Splendor: Holiday Room Showcase!
Main: Nine members of the refinishing community share their favorite Christmas decorations and the rooms they have them in. Merry Christmas!Autumn Heseman - Prayed Over Pieceshttps://www.instagram.com/prayedoverpieces/Christine Castray - Driftwood Home Furniturehttps://www.instagram.com/driftwoodhomefurniture/Jennifer Marr - Jenni Ray at Homehttps://www.instagram.com/jennyraeathome/Lauren Svacina - Portland Row Livinghttps://www.instagram.com/portlandrowliving/Lianne Carey - Carey Us Homehttps://www.instagram.com/careyushome/?hl=enMaryAnn McDermott - Weathered in Whitehttps://www.instagram.com/weathered_in_white/?hl=enPatty Brummel - Midlife Revivalhttps://www.instagram.com/mid_life_revival/?hl=enSusan Stefano - Little Lou Designshttps://www.instagram.com/littleloudesigns/?hl=enZibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Learn Upcycling from Experts at Jami Ray Vintage
Main: Zeb and Jami of Jami Ray Vintage share how they became successful upcycling thrift shoppers and how you can too!Zeb and Jami - Jami Ray Vintagehttps://www.instagram.com/jamirayvintage/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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How to Shop for Furniture
Main: Furniture refinishing success, Jennifer of Saved by Design, goes into detail on how she shops for furniture pieces to refinish.Jennifer - Saved by Designhttps://www.instagram.com/savedbydesign.tn/Tip: Using Colors to PrimeLindsay - The Rural Legendhttps://www.instagram.com/therurallegend/Studio: What's Happening in Your Studio?Heather - The Cozy Sunroomhttps://www.instagram.com/thecozysunroom/Jessi - Cypress House Designhttps://www.instagram.com/cypresshousedesign/Kara - Lemons to Lemonade Furniturehttps://www.instagram.com/lemons_to_lemonade_furniture/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Creating a Timeless Home
Lianne of Carey Us Home chats about mixing old and new decor and furniture to create a timeless home.Main: Lianne of Carey Us Home chats about mixing old and new decor and furniture to create a timeless home.Lianne - Carey Us Homehttps://www.instagram.com/careyushome/Tip: Using Colors to PrimeLindsay - The Rural Legendhttps://www.instagram.com/therurallegend/Studio: What's Happening in Your Studio?Tara - Vintage Chichttps://www.instagram.com/vintagechiciniowa/Kandi - Orchid's True Bluehttps://www.instagram.com/orchidstrueblue/Alyssa - The Things We Builthttps://www.instagram.com/the_things_we_built/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Home and Furniture Design Trends for 2024!
Three of our Zibra Review Judges chat about the nine winners of Zibra's July, August and September Review plus they share what they feel are the upcoming Home and Furniture Design trends headed our way for 2024!Judges: Katie - Katie Co + Homehttps://www.instagram.com/katiecloud/Jen - Perfectly Imperfect Furniturehttps://www.instagram.com/perfectlyimperfectfurnitureres/Laura - Portland Row Livinghttps://www.instagram.com/portlandrowliving/July Winners:Deanna & Bonnie - Cornflower Restorationshttps://www.instagram.com/cornflowerrestorations/Courtney - PNW Refurbishedhttps://www.instagram.com/pnwrefurbished/Mare - 100 Thousand Welcomeshttps://www.instagram.com/100thousandwelcomes/August Winners:Stefanie - Wild Sparrow Designshttps://www.instagram.com/wild_sparrow_designs/Lindsay - Rustic Owl Furnishingshttps://www.instagram.com/rusticowlfurnishings/Nicole - Off the Hinges Designshttps://www.instagram.com/offthehinges_designs/September Winners:Shelly - Basalt Mesa Studiohttps://www.instagram.com/basaltmesastudio_/Beth - The Doves Tailhttps://www.instagram.com/thedovestail/Katy - Furniture Refreshedhttps://www.instagram.com/furniture.refreshed/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Secrets of Shop Ownership
Kristen of Shackteau Interiors shares her secrets of shop ownershipMain: Kristen of Shackteau Interiors shares her secrets of shop ownershipKristen - Shackteau Interiorshttps://www.instagram.com/shackteau_interiors/Ad:Ellen Wuagneux - Vintage Keyhttps://www.instagram.com/vintagekey_fl/Tip: Using Colors to PrimeJenna - Happy Valley Restorationshttps://www.instagram.com/happyvalleyrestorations/Studio: What's Happening in Your Studio?Katy - Furniture Refreshedhttps://www.instagram.com/furniture.refreshed/Bonnie - Cornflower Restorationshttps://www.instagram.com/cornflowerrestorations/Story - Furniture Storyhttps://www.instagram.com/furniture.story/Anja - Annoush Designshttps://www.instagram.com/annoushdesigns/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Staging Secrets Revealed
The three winners of Zibra's June Staging Contest and the July Staging Contest chat about their staging techniques with our Co-Hosts Amanda & Jenn from the Vintage Sisters.Main: June & July Staging Winners discuss Their Winning Pieces and their secrets in staging successfullyCO-HOST:Amanda & Jenn - The Vintage Sistershttps://www.instagram.com/vintagesistersskJUNE WINNERS:Summer - Pinewood Charmhttps://www.instagram.com/pinewoodcharmCathy - Furniture by Acanthushttps://www.instagram.com/furniturebyacanthusMeredith - Pumpkin Seeds Designshttps://www.instagram.com/pumpkinseeddesignsJULY WINNERS:Jo - Click 2 Restorehttps://www.instagram.com/click2restoreAshley - Blue Wren Interiorshttps://www.instagram.com/bluewreninteriorsLindsay - Rustic Owl Furnishingshttps://www.instagram.com/rusticowlfurnishingsAd:Eliana Roseberry - Why Not Redesignhttps://www.instagram.com/why.not.redesignTip: How to Rid Your Pieces of Bad SmellsLindsay - Indigo Lakehousehttps://www.instagram.com/indigolakehouseStudio: What's Happening in Your Studio?Chia - The Painted Lilyhttps://www.instagram.com/thepaintedlily_/Sandra - Black Lab Furniture Revivalhttps://www.instagram.com/blacklabfurniturerevival/Kimberly - Born in a Barn Boutiquehttps://www.instagram.com/borninabarnboutique/Blooper: Trouble with Holes in DrawersSarah - Pop Salvagehttps://www.instagram.com/popsalvage/Accolades:(From): Jess - Refreshed by Jesshttps://www.instagram.com/refreshed_by_jess/(To): Annie - It's About Flippin' Timehttps://www.instagram.com/itsaboutflippintime/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Fun & Challenges of Refinishing Unusual Pieces
The three winners of Zibra's June Review chat about their winning pieces in the "This & That" category. Plus, they share the fun and challenges you can experience when refinishing an unusual piece with our Co-Host, Katie Cloud of Katie Cloud Home.Main: June Review Winners discuss Their Winning Pieces and the Fun & Challenges when Refinishing an Unusual Piece.Katie Cloud - Katie Cloudhttps://www.instagram.com/katiecloud/Michelle - Indy Blue Cohttps://www.instagram.com/indy.blue.co/Amy - Pennollo Designshttps://www.instagram.com/pennollo_designs/Cat - Up It Designshttps://www.instagram.com/upitdesigns/Ad:Anne Michelle - Amini Design Ashburnhttps://www.instagram.com/aminidesignashburn/Tip: What to Do Before You Send Your Piece Off to It's New HomeCindy - Cindy's Painted Brushhttps://www.instagram.com/cindys_painted_brush/Studio: What's Happening in Your Studio? Leigh Ann - All About the Painthttps://www.instagram.com/allaboutthe_paint/Alissa - Home Grove Designshttps://www.instagram.com/homegrovedesigns/Kim - Duly Restoredhttps://www.instagram.com/duly_restored/Jody - Renewed by the Seahttps://www.instagram.com/renewed_bythesea/Jen - Made with Her Handshttps://www.instagram.com/made.with.her.hands/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Facebook Marketplace Success
Jennifer of Saved by Design shares how she has utilized Facebook Marketplace to help her be a super successful furniture refinisher and you can too!Main: Using Facebook Marketplace to be a SuccessJennifer - Saved by Designhttps://www.instagram.com/savedbydesign.tn/Ad:Kate Buffington - Kate's Reclaimedhttps://www.instagram.com/katesreclaimed/Tip: Priming Your Furniture PiecesJo Rohal - Click 2 Restorehttps://www.instagram.com/click2restore/Studio: What's Happening in Your Studio?Ashley Krug - Blue Wren Interiorshttps://www.instagram.com/bluewreninteriors/Richa - House We Call Homehttps://www.instagram.com/house.wecall.home/Jimmyanah - The Shutter Househttps://www.instagram.com/theshutterhousellc/Amanda - Lemon Pepper Farmhousehttps://www.instagram.com/lemonpepper_farmhouse/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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The Art of Painting Murals
Bethany of Riverbank Art Studio discusses how she became a successful Muralist.Main: Being a Successful MuralistBethany - Riverbank Art Studiohttps://www.instagram.com/riverbankartstudio/Ad:Laura Cobb - Redhead Refinishinghttps://www.instagram.com/redhead_refinishings/Tip: Trust the Process and Trust YourselfMeg Wheeler - MW Homegoodshttps://www.instagram.com/mwhomegoods/Bloopers: Paint in the Hair and on the FaceAutumn - Prayed Over Pieceshttps://www.instagram.com/prayedoverpieces/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Winning Techniques for Staging!
The three winners of Zibra's May Staging Contest chat about their staging techinques with our Co-Hosts Amanda & Jenn from the Vintage Sisters.Main: Staging Techniques are Discussed by the May Staging WinnersAmanda & Jenn - The Vintage Sistershttps://www.instagram.com/vintagesisterssk/Megan DeLong - Meg Del Designshttps://www.instagram.com/megdeldesign/Deanna & Bonnie - Cornflower Restorationshttps://www.instagram.com/cornflowerrestorations/Nicloe - Off the Hinges Designshttps://www.instagram.com/offthehinges_designs/Ad:Kate Buffington - Kate's Reclaimedhttps://www.instagram.com/katesreclaimed/Tip: Flip Pieces Upside Down!Chelsea Blumenshine - Lumen Creative Studioshttps://www.instagram.com/lumencreativestudios/Question: What Interesting Items Have You Found in Your Pieces?Anne Michelle - Amini Design Ashburnhttps://www.instagram.com/aminidesignashburn/Kristen - Kristen Lea Restorationshttps://www.instagram.com/thebrokenmasterpiece/Caitlyn - Caitlyn Bealshttps://www.instagram.com/caitlynbeals/Jess & Ryan - Rust and Dusthttps://www.instagram.com/rustanddust.diy/Becky - Phoenix Vintage Furniturehttps://www.instagram.com/phoenixvintagefurniture/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Guidance for Refinishing Chairs
The three winners of Zibra's May Review chat about their winning pieces in the "Chairs" category. Plus, they give guidance on refinishing chairs with our Co-Host, Jen Talley of Perfectly Imperfect Furniture.Main: Refinishing Chairs is the Topic for the May Review WinnersJen Talley - Perfectly Imperfect Furniturehttps://www.instagram.com/perfectlyimperfectfurnitureres/Susan Stefano - Little Lou Designshttps://www.instagram.com/littleloudesigns/Kate - Kate's Reclaimedhttps://www.instagram.com/katesreclaimed/Robin - ReMade by Robinhttps://www.instagram.com/remadebyrobin/Ad:Alissa - Rustic Refreshhttps://www.instagram.com/rustic_refresh/Tip: Creating a Customer Repair KitVeronica Gondolf - Vintage by Veronica Designshttps://www.instagram.com/vintage_by_veronica/Question: What is Your Favorite Part of Refinishing?Anna Orrino - Khaki Kreationshttps://www.instagram.com/khaki.kreations/Beth West - The Doves Tailhttps://www.instagram.com/thedovestail/Hannah - Thrifty Farmhousehttps://www.instagram.com/thrifty_farmhouse/Jackie Breeden - 3 inspired Co.https://www.instagram.com/3inspiredco/Bloopers: Purchased Piece Doesn't Fit Through DoorwayPatricia Brummel - Mid-Life Revivalhttps://www.instagram.com/mid_life_revival/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Refinishing Dining Tables
The three winners of Zibra's April Review chat about their winning pieces in the Dining Table category. Plus, they discuss the challenges and rewards of refinishing dining tables with our Co-Host, Katie of Salvaged by K. Scott.Main: Dining Tables are the Featured Subject from the April ReviewKatie - Salvaged by K. Scotthttps://www.instagram.com/salvagedbykscott/Christina - Field and Vineyardhttps://www.instagram.com/fieldandvineyard/Ciera - Restore Reimaginedhttps://www.instagram.com/restorereimagined/Sheri - Brass Walnuthttps://www.instagram.com/brasswalnut/Ad:Kimberly O’Donoghue - Needle & Brush Décorhttps://www.instagram.com/needleandbrushdecor/Tip: Importance of Priming Your Furniture PiecesAmanda - Easy on the Eyes Custom Furniturehttps://www.instagram.com/easyontheeyes_customfurniture/Question: What Did You Do Before You Became a Furniture Refinsher?Kai - The Colibrí Designhttps://www.instagram.com/thecolibridesign/Ashley - Our Happy Flipping Lifehttps://www.instagram.com/our.happy.flippin.life/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Furniture Staging Secrets!
The three winners of Zibra's April Staging Contest chat about their staging process secrets with our Co-Host Amanda from the Vintage Sisters.Main: Staging Contest Winners Discuss Their Pieces and Their Staging SecretsAmanda - Vintage Sistershttps://www.instagram.com/vintagesisterssk/Eva - Ekesternahttps://www.instagram.com/ekesterna/Heather - The Cozy Sunroomhttps://www.instagram.com/thecozysunroom/Jill - Back Porch Lillyhttps://www.instagram.com/backporchlilly/Ad:Jill - Back Porch Lillyhttps://www.instagram.com/backporchlilly/Tip: How to Keep Unused PaintAnna - Anna's Art Househttps://www.instagram.com/annasarthouse/Question: What is the Most You Have Made on the Sale of a Piece?Hanna - ReHome by Hannahttps://www.instagram.com/rehomebyhanna/Jordy - Distressed and Impressedhttps://www.instagram.com/distressedandimpressed/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Recession Proof Your Business
Kara of Lemons to Lemonade Furniture share her seven tips on how to recession proof your furniture business.Main: 7 Tips on How to Recession Proof Your BizKara - Lemons to Lemonade Furniturehttps://www.instagram.com/lemons_to_lemonade_furniture/Ad:Lauren - Freshly Flipped Furnishingshttps://www.instagram.com/freshlyflippedfurnishings/Tip: Properly Putting Paint on Your BrushMandy and Chris - Fresh Studio Furniturehttps://www.instagram.com/freshstudiofurniture/Question: What Interesting Items Have You Found in Your Furniture Pieces?Elizabeth - RePickshttps://www.instagram.com/re.picks/Karen - Karen's Paintbrushhttps://www.instagram.com/karens_paintbrush/Jen Green - Green Spruce Designshttps://www.instagram.com/greensprucedesigns/Lori - Three Havens Vintagehttps://www.instagram.com/threehavensvintage/Accolades:(From) Amanda Baber - The Thrifty Flipperhttps://www.instagram.com/thethriftyflipper/(To) Shona Murphy - Made by Murphyhttps://www.instagram.com/madebymurphy1/Bloopers: Antique Dresser MishapSusan - Little Lou Designshttps://www.instagram.com/littleloudesigns/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Staging Category Winner and Staging Your Piece.
Courtney Weisel of Steel Birch Studios chats about her Golden Brush Award winning piece in the Staging category. Plus she talks about how she goes through the process of staging her pieces.Main: Golden Brush Award Winning Piece in the Staging CategoryCourtney - Steel Birch Studioshttps://www.instagram.com/steelbirchstudios/Ad:Sandra Martinez - Black Lab Furniture Revivalhttps://www.instagram.com/blacklabfurniturerevival/Tip: Taking Pictures of Your Piece Thru the ProcessAndy - Furniture Fables by Andyhttps://www.instagram.com/furniturefablesbyandy/Accolades:(From) Linda Dubois - Smooched Furniture & Decorhttps://www.instagram.com/smoochedfurnituredecor/(To) Laura - Rescued Refined Designhttps://www.instagram.com/rescued_refined_designbylaura/Bloopers: Trouble with Leveling a PieceMaryEllen Adzima - 100 Thousand Welcomeshttps://www.instagram.com/100thousandwelcomes/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Farmhouse Style Category Winner!
Amanda of the Vintage Sisters chats about their award winning Farmhouse Style piece, plus she shares why the Farmhouse Style is their favorite style to do.Main: Golden Brush Award Winning Piece in the Farmhouse Style CategoryAmanda & Jenn - Vintage Sistershttps://www.instagram.com/vintagesisterssk/Ad:Kimberly Kollasch - RS Home Designhttps://www.instagram.com/rshomedesign400/Tip: Painting UpholstryRobin Edler - ReMade by Robinhttps://www.instagram.com/remadebyrobin/Question: What is Your Favorite Refinished Piece…and Why?Anastasia Graziose - Shab to Radhttps://www.instagram.com/shabtorad/Donna Kazaitis - This Old Vintagehttps://www.instagram.com/thisoldvintage/Hailey Halverson - Halverson Home Decorhttps://www.instagram.com/halversonhomedecor/Karin Paterson - Designs by Karinhttps://www.instagram.com/designsbykarin/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Staging Winners Share Their Process
The Vintage Sisters, Jenn and Amanda, Co-Host as they talk to the March "Staging" Winners as they share about their process in Staging.Main: March Staging Winners and How They Achieved Their Winning Look Amanda & Jenn - Vintage Sistershttps://www.instagram.com/vintagesisterssk/Amy - Penollo Designshttps://www.instagram.com/pennollo_designs/Shelly - Consider This Furniturehttps://www.instagram.com/considerthisfurniture/Danielle - Hall Refined Designhttps://www.instagram.com/hall_refined_design/Ad:Lisa - Ivy Lane Interiorshttps://www.instagram.com/ivylane.interiors/Tip: Never Skip Prep WorkMelissa Willis - Belle Louise Homehttps://www.instagram.com/bellelouisehome/Question: Where Do You Sell Most of Your Pieces?Thomas - Be Cube Projecthttps://www.instagram.com/becube_project/Nicole & Sarah - Barely Vintage Restorationshttps://www.instagram.com/barelyvintagerestorations/Lindsay - Rustic Owl Furnishingshttps://www.instagram.com/barelyvintagerestorations/Nathanael Bridges - NB Restorationshttps://www.instagram.com/nb.restorations.nathanbridges/Blooper: Trouble with Bondo!Amanda - Lemon Pepper Farmhousehttps://www.instagram.com/lemonpepper_farmhouse/Accoalades:(From) Bri - Five to Love Designshttps://www.instagram.com/fivetolove_designs/(To) Nikki - Pridgen's Farmhousehttps://www.instagram.com/pridgensfarmhouse/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Refinishing Larger Pieces
The March Zibra Review Winners, Anne Michelle of Amini Design Ashburn, Tiffany of Refab Six and Heidi of Uncommoner Decor Answers discuss their winning Hutch pieces and then participate in a panel discussion on how to "Refinishing Larger Pieces". Main: Zibra Review Winners on Hutches...Plus Tips on How to Refinish Larger PiecesAnne Michelle - Amini Design Ashburnhttps://www.instagram.com/aminidesignashburn/Tiffany - Refab Sixhttps://www.instagram.com/refab_six/Heidi - Uncommoner Decorhttps://www.instagram.com/heidi_hope_obrien/Ad:Jamie Lee - Altered State Furniture Art https://www.instagram.com/altered_state_furniture_art/Tip: Never Skip Prep WorkMarrisa - Lilly & Cedarhttps://www.instagram.com/lillyandcedar/Question: What Did You Do Before You Became a Furniture Refinsher?Terry - Furn-tjavhttps://www.instagram.com/furn_tjav/Amy - High Lakes DIYhttps://www.instagram.com/highlakesdiy/Sanja - Rustically Modern https://www.instagram.com/rustically_modern/Blooper: The Brush Strokes that Wouldn't Go AwayDiane - Pink Pineconehttps://www.instagram.com/pink_pinecone/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Taking Artistic Close-Up Photos!
All things Close-Up! Christiane of SO SCHÖN NEU answers questions about her Golden Brush Award winning piece in the Artistic Close-Up category, plus we hear from Katy of Furniture Refreshed and Jen of Perfectly Imperfect Furniture on how they achieve their beautiful close-up shots!Main: Golden Brush Award Winning Piece in the Artistic Close-Up CategoryChristiane - SO SCHÖN NEUhttps://www.instagram.com/so.schoen.neu/Spotlight: Achieve Beautiful Close-Up ShotsKaty - Furniture Refreshedhttps://www.instagram.com/furniture.refreshed/Jen - Perfectly Imperfect Furniturehttps://www.instagram.com/perfectlyimperfectfurnitureres/Ad:Pamela Stevens - Pam's Restored Elementshttps://www.instagram.com/pamsrestoredelements/Tip: Cleaning and Prepping PieceWhitney - White House on the Squarehttps://www.instagram.com/whitehouseonthesquare/Question: What is Your Biggest Furniture Refinishing Fear that You Had to Overcome?Annalisa - Sage and Vintagehttps://www.instagram.com/sageandvintage/Liahna Higgs - Bells and Thistles Furniturehttps://www.instagram.com/bellsandthistlesfurniture/Stefanie - Refreshed by Stefhttps://www.instagram.com/refreshed.bystef/Vicki Waite - Rowan Tree Interiorshttps://www.instagram.com/rowantreeinteriors/Blooper: Sanding Mishap!Debbie Hinton - Vintage Furniture Findshttps://www.instagram.com/vintagefurniturefinds/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Restoring Wood Furniture
Karen of The Cozy Cottage answers questions about her Golden Brush Award winning piece in the Restored Wood category, plus she takes her "secrets" in doing so.Main: Golden Brush Award Winning Piece in the Restored Wood CategoryKaren Delaney - The Cozy Cottage KYhttps://www.instagram.com/thecozycottageky/Ad:Ellen Wuagneux - Vintage Keyhttps://www.instagram.com/vintagekey_fl/Tip: Prepping Your FurnitureTiffany McMenaman - RefabSixhttps://www.instagram.com/refab_six/Question: What is Your Biggest Furniture Refinishing Fear that You Had to Overcome?Anastasia Spring - Furniture by Anastasiahttps://www.instagram.com/furniture_by_anastasia/Joanna M - Painting by the Pennyhttps://www.instagram.com/paintingbythepenny/Krystal Foster - Foster Farmhouse Furniturehttps://www.instagram.com/fosterfarmhousefurniture/Robin Morley Ploof - RMP Designshttps://www.instagram.com/rmpdesigns/Blooper: Adding Legs to a Large CabinetChristine Castray - Driftwood Home Furniturehttps://www.instagram.com/driftwoodhomefurniture/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Repurposing Furniture
Becky of Phoenix Vintage Furniture answers questions about her Golden Brush Award winning piece in the Repurposed category.Main: Golden Brush Award Winning Piece in the Repurposed CategoryBecky Ackroyd - Phoenix Vintage Furniturehttps://www.instagram.com/phoenixvintagefurniture/Ad:Alissa - Rustic Refreshhttps://www.instagram.com/rustic_refresh/Event: Painting with Milk Paint!Krista Litka - Live with Kristahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/blogs/how-to-series/live-with-kristenTip: Getting your Furniture Surface Smooth Before PaintingBrianna Kanuck - Brianna Kanuckhttps://www.instagram.com/briannakanuck/Question: What is the Secret to Your Refinishing Success?Christiana Hollingsworth - CJFlipsIthttps://www.instagram.com/cj.flips.it/Zoey Reade - The Creative Zohttps://www.instagram.com/thecreativezo/Accolades:(From) Amber - Lakeside Restorationshttps://www.instagram.com/lakesiderestorations/(To) Kaitlyn - Lake Simcoe Furniture Revivalhttps://www.instagram.com/thecreativezo/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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GBA Mid-Century Modern Category Winner!
Andy Han of Modern Makeover answers questions about his Golden Brush Award winning piece in the Mid-Century Modern category. Main: Golden Brush Award Winning Piece in the Mid-Century Modern Category Andy Han - Modern Makeoverhttps://www.instagram.com/modern.makeovers/Ad:Kim O'Donoghue - Needle & Brush Decorhttps://www.instagram.com/needleandbrushdecor/Tip: Covering Blister MarksNicole - Black Birch Interiorhttps://www.instagram.com/blackbirchinterior/Uncovering Art: Discussing a Stunning Mural Kandi Jamieson - Orchids True Bluehttps://www.instagram.com/orchidstrueblue/Question: What is the Secret to Your Refinishing Success?Anja - Annoush Designshttps://www.instagram.com/annoushdesigns/Richa Bista - House We Call Homehttps://www.instagram.com/house.wecall.home/Sara Chen - Sara Chen Designhttps://www.instagram.com/sara.chen.design/If This Piece Could Talk: History of an Old Secretary DeskJennifer Beck - Saved by Designhttps://www.instagram.com/savedbydesign.tn/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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GBA Multi-Colored Piece Category Winner!
Kandi Jamieson of Orchids True Blue chats about her Golden Brush Award winning piece in the Multi-Colored Piece category. Plus, Kandi shares her "secret" to refinishing furniture!Main: Golden Brush Award Winning Piece in the Multi-Colored Piece CategoryKandi Jamieson - Orchids True Blue https://www.instagram.com/orchidstrueblue/Ad:Jill Bishop - Back Porch Lilly https://www.instagram.com/backporchlilly/Tip: Having the Right Staging WallJessie - Cypress House Designhttps://www.instagram.com/cypresshousedesign/ Question: What are your Furniture Refinishing Goals for 2023?Arti Louisiana - Sage Furnishingshttps://www.instagram.com/sagefurnishings_/ Bonnie & Deanna - Cornflower Restorationshttps://www.instagram.com/cornflowerrestorations/ Kaylor Chaffin - Rhetts Refinisheshttps://www.instagram.com/rhettsrefinishes/Accoaldes: (From) Jennifer Edwardson - Jennifer Edwardson DIYhttps://www.instagram.com/jenniferedwardson.diy/(To) Karin - Designs by Karinhttps://www.instagram.com/designsbykarin/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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GBA Dramatic Makeover Category Winner!
Jennifer Beck of Saved by Design chats about her Golden Brush Award winning piece in the Dramatic Makeover category. Plus, Jennifer shares her "secret" to refinishing furniture!Main: Golden Brush Award Winning Piece in the Dramatic Makeover CategoryAmy Pricco - Pennollo Designshttps://www.instagram.com/pennollo_designs/Ad:Sandra Martinez - Guido-Black Lab Furniture Revivalhttps://www.instagram.com/blacklabfurniturerevival/Tip: All About Masking TapeSarah Murphy - Colourfulsazhttps://www.instagram.com/colourfulsaz/Question: What are your Furniture Refinishing Goals for 2023?Deb Blaze - Hidden Charm Woodworkshttps://www.instagram.com/hiddencharmwoodworks/Heidi O’Brien - Uncommoner Décohttps://www.instagram.com/heidi_hope_obrien/Jennifer Marr - Jenny Rae At Homehttps://www.instagram.com/jennyraeathome/Melinda Verner - Yellow Creek Interiorhttps://www.instagram.com/yellowcreekinteriors/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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GBA Clean & Classic Category Winner!
Season 5 Begins! Amy Pricco of Pennollo Designs chats about her Golden Brush Award winning piece in the Clean & Classic category. Plus, Shane of the Real Milk Co. talks about how the company doing and where it is going in 2023!Main: Golden Brush Award Winning Piece in the Clean & Classic CategoryAmy Pricco - Pennollo Designshttps://www.instagram.com/pennollo_designs/Spotlight: What's Happening in 2023!Shane - The Real Milk Co.https://www.instagram.com/realmilkpaintco/Ad:Lane - Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Tip: Locating Furniture to RefinishPatty Brummel - MidLife Revivalhttps://www.instagram.com/mid_life_revival/Question: What are your Furniture Refinishing Goals for 2023?Anne Michelle - Amini Design Ashburnhttps://www.instagram.com/aminidesignashburn/Kristen Fennig - The Broken Masterpiecehttps://www.instagram.com/thebrokenmasterpiece/Shannon Deglow - All Things Newly Rustichttps://www.instagram.com/all_things_newly_rustic/Walessa Maki - A Life Refurbishedhttps://www.instagram.com/aliferefurbished/Zibra:Website: Zibrahttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/Podcast Page: Zibra's Before & After Furniture Refinishing Podcasthttps://www.enjoyzibra.com/pages/the-zibra-podcast-season-5Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Why Buying Vintage Furniture Is Better Than Buying New
Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Choosing the Best Medium for Your Pieces!
Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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Winners of Zibra's 2022 Golden Brush Awards Announced!
Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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How to Determine if a Piece is Worth Refinishing
Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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The Art of Staging
Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.Connect with Zibra: WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebook YouTubeBlog
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Brush & Banter—the podcast where creativity meets real-life hustle. Brought to you by Zibra, we go beyond perfect brushstrokes to explore the messy, magical, and meaningful side of being an artist. We’re here to bring you conversations with working artists, practical tips to grow your creative business, and a built-in painting companion for your next project. Brush & Banter is co-hosted by Brie Hansen, President of Zibra; Annie Bolding, Founder of It’s a Disco Day Designs; and Lauren Cooper, Founder of Rosemont Lane Design Studio.
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Brie Hansen, Annie Bolding, & Lauren Cooper
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