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Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast
by Joleen Emery
Welcome to the Happy Time Craft Cast with Joleen Emery, the podcast where crafting meets inspiration, laughter, and the wonderful art of making. Join Joleen, your crafting companion, as she takes you on an exciting journey into the world of creativity. Discover the joy of crafting and find comfort in knowing that not everything goes perfectly the first time. Joleen's good humor, contagious laughter, and 'muscle it together until it fits' attitude will keep you entertained and motivated throughout your crafting adventures. In each episode, we explore thrilling DIY projects, converse with talented artisans, and share heartwarming stories that celebrate the beauty of imperfection. Crafting isn't just a hobby; it's a way of life that brings happiness and fulfillment. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just starting, this podcast is your crafting community, offering inspiration and support. Embrace the ups and downs of your creative journey, finding joy in every cr
Episodes
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Whimsical Illustration and Gouache Art with Emma Adams – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 106
Welcome to Episode 106 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast! Joleen chats with Minnesota illustrator and designer Emma Adams of Fox and Fables, whose whimsical, nostalgic artwork brings charming animals and hand-painted details to life. Emma shares her creative journey, how daily drawing helped her...
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Layered Paper Art and Creative Exploration with Krista Reuter – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 105
Welcome to Episode 105 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast! Joleen chats with Michigan artist Krista Reuter whose beautiful paper art transforms flat sheets into dimensional creations filled with light, shadow, and texture. Krista shares her creative journey, inspiration from sacred geometry and…
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Turning Everyday Moments Into Art with Priya – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 104
Welcome back to Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast! In Episode 104, I’m chatting with Priya, a Thai illustrator and content creator living in New York City whose whimsical characters and cozy illustrations are absolutely delightful! We talk about finding time to create while working full-time,...
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Cat Art & Narrative Illustration with Becky Stockert – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 103
Welcome to Episode 103 of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast! In this episode, I’m chatting with Becky Stockert, Indiana artist and illustrator behind Cat People Press! We talk cats, creativity, screen printing, pottery, abstract art, collage, and embracing the messy middle of making. Becky shares how...
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Mixed Media Art & Creative Storytelling with Hattie Lee Mendoza – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 102
Welcome to Episode 102 of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast! In this episode, Joleen chats with Illinois-based professional studio artist Hattie Lee Mendoza about working across mediums, finding inspiration in unexpected objects, and giving new life to things that might otherwise be discarded. Hattie...
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Creating with Intention: Slow Stitching with Emma Freeman – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 101
Welcome to Episode 101 of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast! In this episode, Joleen chats with Wisconsin-based mixed media and textile artist Emma Freeman about the beauty of slowing down, creating without a plan, and letting your hands lead the way. Emma shares how slow stitching became a powerful...
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The Magic of Stained Glass with Tamara Goldsmith – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 100
Jolene celebrates the 100th episode of Happy Time Craft Cast with a joyful conversation about creativity, craftsmanship, and the magic of making things by hand. Her guest, Tamara Goldsmith, shares how she rediscovered stained glass during the pandemic and transformed her decades of experience as…
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Mixed Media Junk Journaling with Kim Pepper – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 99
Welcome to Episode 99 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craft Cast! In this episode, Joleen welcomes mixed media artist and creative entrepreneur Kim Pepper for a fun conversation about junk journaling, faith-based art, creativity, and finding joy in the creative process. Kim shares how she uses color,...
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Acrylic Painting & Paint and Sip with Kirsten Warrick – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 98
Welcome to Episode 98 of Joleen's Happy Time Craft Cast! In this episode, Joleen welcomes Iowa artist Kirsten Warrick for a fun and inspiring conversation about building a creative career, making art approachable, and embracing the joy of painting. Kirsten shares her journey from graphic designer...
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Mixed Media Collage & Gelli Printing with Kristy Evans – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 97
Welcome to Episode 97 of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast! In this inspiring episode of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast, Joleen welcomes mixed media artist Kristy Evans for an engaging conversation about collage, jelly plate printing, creative experimentation, and why making art is about so much more...
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Monoprinting on Clay with Rachelle Miller – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 96
Welcome to Episode 96 of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast! This week, Joleen catches everyone up on exciting studio projects, including preparations for her upcoming Whatnot shop, before sitting down with ceramic artist and educator Rachelle Miller. Together they chat about developing your artistic...
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Cyanotype for Beginners: Indoor Printing Made Simple – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 95
Welcome to Episode 95 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast! In this special demonstration episode, Joleen walks viewers through the basics of indoor cyanotype printing, making this beautiful photographic process approachable for beginners. She explains the essential supplies, demonstrates how to mix...
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Painting Cityscapes & Everyday Joy with Marlo Graham – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 94
Welcome to Episode 94 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast! In this colorful and inspiration-filled episode, Joleen shares creative updates from the farm, including cyanotype printing on unconventional materials, portable embroidery projects, reverse appliqué apparel, and new ideas for the Big Raven...
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Creating Through Lettering & Design with Madelyne – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 93
Welcome to Episode 93 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast! In this creativity-packed episode, Joleen shares recent studio adventures, including upcycled apparel made from her grandmother’s quilts, creative solutions to unexpected fabric mishaps, cyanotype collage experiments, tea bag printing, and...
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Art You Can Use: Acrylic Pouring with Beth Erickson – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 92
In Episode 92 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast, Joleen sits down with artist, designer, and maker Beth Erickson for a colorful and encouraging conversation about acrylic pouring, functional art, and the courage it takes to share your creativity with the world. Inspired by the beauty and movement…
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The Art of Functional Ceramics with Elsa Stutzman – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 91
Welcome to Episode 91 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast! In this creativity-filled episode, Joleen shares studio updates, handmade apparel projects, and exciting plans for interactive live-stream crafting experiences. She’s joined by ceramic artist Elsa Stutzman, who opens up about her journey…
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Reverse Appliqué for Beginners: A Step-by-Step Demo – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 90
Welcome to Episode 90 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast, where Joleen switches things up with a fun, hands-on live demo! In this episode, she walks through a step-by-step reverse appliqué process, using stick-and-stitch, thoughtful placement, and fabric layering to transform thrifted garments into...
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From Clay to Jewelry: Miniature Food Art with Kaitlyn Luhm – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 89
Welcome back to Episode 89 of Happy Time Craftcast! Joleen kicks things off with her latest "five happy things," including cyanotypes and upcycled projects, before diving into a chat with artist Kaitlyn Luhm. Kaitlyn shares the magic behind her realistic polymer clay miniature food jewelry and…
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Art Across Mediums: Painting, Textiles & Jewelry with Lindsey Ries – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 88
Welcome to Episode 88 of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast! In this cheerful episode, Joleen kicks things off with her signature “five happy things,” sharing fun updates like reverse appliqué apparel, repurposed fabric designs, and a few new favorite tools. She is joined by Lindsey Ries, an...
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From Leaves to Pages: Eco Printing & Cyanotype with Joleen Emery – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 87
Craftonians! ✨ Episode 87 is bursting with creativity, clever ideas, and a little joyful chaos as Joleen shares her “Five Happy Things” — from quirky upcycled projects to genius crafting hacks. She then dives into the magical world of eco printing, walking you through how to create a beautiful...
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The Poetry of Turkish Water Marbling with Vesile Yilmaz – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 86
Craftonians! ✨ In Episode 86 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast, Joleen sits down with Turkish water marbling artist Vesile Yilmaz for a dreamy, soul-soothing conversation about flow, surrender, and the magic of creating without control. Vesile shares the beauty of Ebru—an ancient art form where...
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Painting with Fire: Encaustic Art with Kathleen Kvern – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 85
Craftonians! ✨ In Episode 85 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast, Joleen kicks things off with her “Five Happy Things,” from Cricut-made retreat toolkits and vintage paper treasures to an upcycled tote bag project and the completion of her giant bookboard circle art piece. She’s then joined by...
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The Art of Portrait Painting with Marianne Rice – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 84
Craftonians! Welcome to Episode 84! ✨ In this heart-filled episode of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast, Joleen chats with Midwest oil portrait artist Maryanne Rice about creativity, courage, and starting her painting journey at age 40. Maryanne shares why oil painting isn’t as intimidating as it…
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Crafting with Joleen – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 83
Craftonians! ✨ Welcome to Episode 83 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast. When Minnesota dropped 12–18 inches of snow and knocked out guest Jamie’s power, we pivoted to a cozy solo studio session at Big Raven Farm. I share updates on brewery craft nights, cyanotype and eco-print retreats, and take…
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Color, Craft & Community: Tattoos and Murals with Audra Grosz – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 82
Welcome back, Craftonians! In Episode 82 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast, Joleen welcomes tattoo artist and muralist Audra Grosz, for a vibrant, inspiring conversation about color, craft, and community. They explore Audra’s 11-year journey in tattooing, evolving techniques, mural design with...
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Painting with Heart & Watercolor Magic with Emily Marie – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 81
Craftonians! Joleen is back for Episode 81 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craft Cast, sharing updates from Big Raven Farm, the newly released 2026 retreat schedule, and some festive holiday project inspiration. She’s joined by watercolor artist and instructor Emily Marie for a warm, encouraging...
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The Art of Felting & Making Art Across Mediums with Lisa Ackerman – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 80
Well hey there, Craftonians — welcome to Episode 80 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast! In this heart-centered, creatively rich episode, I’m checking in from the farm with gratitude, a few real-life adventures, and a reminder that creativity can be a powerful anchor during uncertain times. I’m…
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Joleen's Favorite Collage Techniques – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 79
Welcome to Episode 79 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast! In this cheerful and cozy episode, Joleen Emery shares her favorite collage techniques and gives a sneak peek into her upcoming Holiday Craft Retreat at Big Raven Farm. She joyfully demonstrates how to turn everyday scraps into meaningful…
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When Art Becomes a Calling with E.J. Klepinger – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 78
Craftonians! Welcome to Episode 78 of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast. Joleen is back from a little break and feeling refreshed after Broadway adventures, NYC strolls, and a heart full of gratitude. This week, Joleen chats with Minnesota artist E.J. (Eric) Klepinger, whose journey from graphic…
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Why Crafting Feels Like Pure Joy with Dari Litchman – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 75
Welcome to Episode 75 of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast, Craftonians! In this delightful episode, Joleen welcomes the effervescent Dari Litchman, founder of The Craft Salon in Brooklyn, NY — a vibrant art space built on creativity, chaos, and community. Dari shares her journey of opening a craft...
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How Nature Speaks Through Art with Naomi Christenson – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 74
Welcome to Episode 74 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast! Broadcasting straight from her delightfully “messy” workshop, Joleen shares retreat-season updates, fresh Big Raven Yoga art, and a sprinkle of holiday cheer. She’s joined by Minnesota artist Naomi Christenson—a painter, dancer, and teacher...
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Life as Full-Time Makers with Beau & Kara Lasiewicz – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 73
Craftonians! ✨ Welcome to Episode 73 — and it’s one I’ve been so excited to share. Fresh off a whirlwind retreat season — and after delivering Thanksgiving with a very grateful heart — I sat down with two incredible full-time artists, Beau and Kara Lasiewicz, to chat about what it means to live...
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Joleen Emery’s Guide to Crafty Books for Gift Giving – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 72
Join Joleen for a cozy solo episode filled with gratitude, holiday cheer, and creative inspiration. Fresh off an 11-week retreat season, she shares her favorite crafty books—from abstract watercolor to playful doodle guides—perfect for gifting or sparking your own creativity. Warm, fun, and…
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Healing, Color, and Creative Freedom with Sarah Seidelmann – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 71
Craftonians! Welcome to episode 71 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craft Cast! In this heartwarming episode of Joleen’s Happy Time Craft Cast, Joleen broadcasts from her cozy corner at Big Raven Farm with happy updates on retreats, tarot, and yoga before welcoming the radiant Sarah Seidelmann — a...
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Painting with Purpose: Nature, Texture & Heart with McKenna Kornowski – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 70
Craftonians! In episode 70 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craft Cast, Joleen chats with mixed-media painter McKenna Kornowski, whose art beautifully blends creativity and nature. From her cozy Wisconsin studio, McKenna shares how she layers paint, lace, and found textiles to celebrate our connection to…
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Finding Beauty in Broken Pieces: Mosaic Art with Miriam Sushman – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 69
Craftonians, welcome to Episode 69 of Happy Time Craftcast! Joleen checks in from Big Raven Farm with cozy fall updates before chatting with mosaic artist Miriam Sushman, whose journey from photojournalism to mosaics is as vibrant as her art. Together, they explore turning found treasures — from...
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Fiber Meets Ink with AJ Young – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 68
Craftonians! Welcome to Episode 68 of Happy Time Craftcast! Joleen beams from Big Raven Farm as she chats with AJ Young, a fiber artist whose work beautifully weaves together craft, community, and identity. They share laughter, love, and creative inspiration while exploring AJ’s series “Stitching...
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Joleen’s Favorite Crafting Tools – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 67
Craftonians! In Episode 67 of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast, Joleen shares her favorite crafting tools and what makes each one indispensable in her creative process. Broadcasting from her workshop, she also gives fun updates from Big Raven Farm, talks about upcoming retreats (including her...
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Book Folding Tutorial: The Corset Fold with Joleen Emery – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 66
Craftonians! Welcome to Episode 66 of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast! Joleen broadcasts from her workshop to share her favorite book folding pattern: the Corset Fold. She gives updates on life at Big Raven Farm, including the newly released 2026 retreat calendar, introduces a new book review…
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Design, Photography & Glass Art with Allison Kreft - Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 65
Welcome back to Episode 65 of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast! In this episode, Joleen chats with multi-talented artist Allison Kreft, whose creative journey spans scrapbook design, bold patterns, photography, glass art, and laser-cutting with her Glow Forge. Together, they talk about balancing art...
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Balancing Motherhood & Creativity with Bethany Bayless - Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 64
Craftonians! In Episode 64 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast, Joleen chats with Bethany Bayless, founder of Wild Wind Lane, about balancing motherhood and creativity. From her shift from public speaking to digital art, to how Procreate became both therapy and playground, Bethany shares tips on...
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Ask Me Anything 2.0: Tips, Tools & Inspiration with Joleen Emery - Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 63
Craftonians! ✨ Welcome to Episode 63! In this Ask Me Anything 2.0 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast, Joleen dives into your questions and shares her favorite tips, tools, and sparks of inspiration for living a joyful, creative life. From balancing real life with crafting to the supplies she’s…
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A Creative Journey: Calm, Connection, and Compassion with Samm Wehman – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 62
Craftonians!✨ Welcome to Episode 62 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast! In this cheerful and inspiring episode, Joleen shares her Minnesota State Fair adventures before chatting with artist and animal advocate Samm Wehman. Samm talks about her journey as a full-time painter, her love for manatees…
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Mathematics Meets Color & Pattern with Emily Victory – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 61
Craftonians! Welcome to Episode 61 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast! 🎉 In this joyful episode, Joleen introduces guest Emily Victory, a Minnesota-based painter whose bold acrylics blend mathematics, geometry, and vibrant patterns. Emily shares how math sparks her creativity and how even the most...
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Rediscovering Joy in Mixed Media & Watercolor with Kate Rebecca Leach – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 60
Craftonians! ✨ In Episode 60, Joleen shares joyful updates—from surprise art book treasures to celebrating her spot in the Minnesota State Fair Fine Arts Collection—before chatting with UK watercolor artist Kate Rebecca Leech. Kate reveals how lockdown reignited her passion, her leap from…
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Painting Stories: Comics in Watercolor with K. Woodman-Maynard – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 59
Craftonians! 🎉 Welcome to Episode 59 of Happy Time Craftcast — where glitter meets great storytelling! Joleen chats with the amazing K. Woodman-Maynard, a cartoonist and author behind the gorgeous Tuck Everlasting graphic novel. They dive into big themes, creative process, and watercolor magic —...
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The Joy of Crochet with Tamara Kelly - Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 58
Craftonians!✨ Welcome to Episode 58 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast! In this cheerful and cozy episode, Joleen chats with the talented Tamara Kelly — designer, educator, and the creative mind behind the beloved Moogly Blog. This delightful convo is all about the love of crochet, the journey of...
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Lettering, Stickers & Vibrant Stationery with Natalie Keller Pariano – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 57
Craftonians!✨ Episode 57 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craft Cast is a vibrant and joyful episode where Joleen Emery welcomes the ever-delightful Natalie Keller Pariano, the creative force behind Natterdoodle. They chat all things hand lettering, stickers, creative expression, and how Natalie brings…
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Stitching, Sketching & Making Every Day with Tammy Murdock – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 56
Craftonians! ✨ In Episode 56 of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast, Joleen chats with Tammy Murdock, a Canadian multi-disciplinary artist, crafter, and inventor of the Lap Studio—a portable, customizable crafting workstation. Tammy shares the origin story of her invention, inspired by years of…
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Nature, Intuition & Artful Recovery with Deborah D'Onofrio – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 55
Craftonians! ✨ In episode 55 of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast, Joleen chats with Deborah D’Onofrio about her journey of creativity as healing. They dive into how slow stitching, eco-printing, and sacred journaling become therapeutic tools, especially during recovery from life challenges. Deborah...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the Happy Time Craft Cast with Joleen Emery, the podcast where crafting meets inspiration, laughter, and the wonderful art of making. Join Joleen, your crafting companion, as she takes you on an exciting journey into the world of creativity.
Discover the joy of crafting and find comfort in knowing that not everything goes perfectly the first time. Joleen's good humor, contagious laughter, and 'muscle it together until it fits' attitude will keep you entertained and motivated throughout your crafting adventures.
In each episode, we explore thrilling DIY projects, converse with talented artisans, and share heartwarming stories that celebrate the beauty of imperfection. Crafting isn't just a hobby; it's a way of life that brings happiness and fulfillment.
Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just starting, this podcast is your crafting community, offering inspiration and support. Embrace the ups and downs of your creative journey, finding joy in every cr
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Welcome to the Happy Time Craft Cast with Joleen Emery, the podcast where crafting meets inspiration, laughter, and the wonderful art of making. Join Joleen, your crafting companion, as she takes you on an exciting journey into the world of creativity. Discover the joy of crafting and find comfort...
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