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The Secret Grove: Creative Conversations

by Maddie

My name’s Maddie and I’m a small business owner and creative entrepreneur. I talk with creators about their handmade journey, how it started, how it makes them feel, and what makes them unique. Whether you're just starting out or are a veteran seller, listen in on a conversation amongst friends. We all get a little lonely sometimes; consider this your bi-weekly pep-talk.

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Episodes

  1. Ep. 11: Fine Art for the Absurd

    This week I had the opportunity to chat with Courtney of Fine Art for the Absurd. She's an amazing artist combining wood burning and painting to create whimsical, beautiful works of art. Courtney's Links: Insta: @CourtneyBurkeArt - Website: courtneyburke.art The Secret Grove Insta: @MaddieMusco -...

  2. Ep. 9: Siggy Ceramics

    I got to talk with Signe Ariel Sampou of Siggy Ceramics. Ariel is a Cape Cod based ceramicist creating beautifully quirky works of art. We talked about getting older, exploring your own experiences through art and laughed A LOT. Ariel’s Links: Insta: @siggy.ceramics - Website: siggyceramics.com…

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  3. Ep. 8: Fairy Realtor

    This week I got to talk to Lia, aka @fairy.realtor! She is a total badass, working full time, raising a young child, and selling out her Etsy shop on the regular. We talking about showing up on social media, the big "why" behind her work and what keeps her going! Lia's Links: Insagra:...

  4. Ep. 7: The Inappropriate Artist

    This week I got to talk to my good friend Marion, aka The Inappropriate Artist! She's an amazing woman creating watercolor landscapes from her VAN! Yes, just over two years ago she left her home in Connecticut to travel the country and has been doing amazing things ever since. Marion's Links:...

  5. Ep. 6: Grimlyn Shop

    This week I got to talk to Lyn from Grimlyn Shop! She creates the coolest goth earrings - seriously, her style is completely unique and fits right in with her personality. If you're looking to be inspired by a young woman that knows exactly who she is, this is the episode to listen to! Lyn's…

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  6. Ep. 5: Liz Homola Art

    Meet Liz, a talented oil painter based in Connecticut that hosts art & vintage markets in her own backyard! Liz and I spoke about the basics (and not-so-basics) of oil painting, how to follow and cultivate your creativity, and so much more through this episode. Liz's Links: Insta: @LizHomolaArt...

  7. Ep. 4: Glass Art and Soul

    Meet Julie, the maker behind Glass Art and Soul! Since retiring, she's found a deep connection to the world around her through her art, taking discarded, broken pieces of strangers pasts and giving them new life. We talked about the spiritual process of creating art and how creating something...

  8. Ep. 3: The Untwisted Fibre

    Meet Crystal Huls of the Untwisted Fibre! She's a fiber arts instructor, amigurumi designer and a little weird - just like me! Find Crystal through the links below and all of the other amazing artists she recommends checking out! Instagram: @midwestvegan_48 Facebook.com/theuntwistedfibre Western...

  9. Ep.2: Spirit and Luxury Part 2

    This week I have the pleasure to talking to Aoife, the woman behind a small, luxury, knitwear business based in Ireland. In this episode, we get into slow fashion, the dichotomy of Spirit(uality) and Luxury, and what it means to be a handmade business owner in an ever-changing world of…

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  10. Ep. 2: Spirit and Luxury Part 1

    This week I have the pleasure to talking to Aoife, the woman behind a small, luxury, knitwear business based in Ireland. In this episode, we get into slow fashion, the dichotomy of Spirit(uality) and Luxury, and what it means to be a handmade business owner in an ever-changing world of…

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  11. Ep.1: Caroline's Earrings

    This week I have the pleasure of talking to Caroline from Caroline's Earrings! She's a badass engineer that makes beautiful clay artwork for your ears in all of her free time. Caroline fills me in on her biggest wins, feelings of disappointment, and how she uses her business to give back to the…

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  12. Introducing The Secret Grove

    This is the Secret Grove Podcast where I talk about all the struggles and wins of handmade business owners and creators. We'll dive into the "why" behind it all and talk about how to reignite your creative light! Instagram: @RoseGroveHandmade Email: [email protected] RoseGroveHandmade.com

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

My name’s Maddie and I’m a small business owner and creative entrepreneur. I talk with creators about their handmade journey, how it started, how it makes them feel, and what makes them unique. Whether you're just starting out or are a veteran seller, listen in on a conversation amongst friends. We all get a little lonely sometimes; consider this your bi-weekly pep-talk.

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Maddie

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My name’s Maddie and I’m a small business owner and creative entrepreneur. I talk with creators about their handmade journey, how it started, how it makes them feel, and what makes them unique. Whether you're just starting out or are a veteran seller, listen in on a conversation amongst friends. We...

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The Secret Grove: Creative Conversations is created and hosted by Maddie.
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