A Maker's Story

Episode 25 - Roben-Marie Smith

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Roben-Marie's creative passions not only revolve around collage art, art journaling and painting, but also in creating and designing websites.

She loves the freedom and peace she feels when she's working with paper…painting, tearing, shaping and using them to create something totally new.

Her brain also gets really excited to see the creative process through on the computer. Most creatives don't get excited about technology, but she absolutely loves it. Graphic design gets her excited in a different way. The merging of the physical art with digital is a process she enjoys almost as much as dabbling with paint and paper.

Episode 24 - Lori Siebert

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Lori gives us the rundown not only about how she got started as an artist, and her adventures straight out of college, but the inside scoop on her latest project -- Creatively Curious Club.

You'll have to listen in to get all the details!

Episode 23 - Sandi DaRoza

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 19:02:23 +0000

Sandi shares with us her passion for art quilting raw edge applique 101. She's all about fabric and color!

Listen in as we get to learn all about her and why her motto is that quilting should be hanging on walls just like a painting.

Episode 22 - Tracy Moreau

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Tracy believes that when we do good in the world it comes back to us 10 fold and in a variety of ways. She hosts a FB Group called the Random Acts of Kindness AYL( All Year Long). The sole purpose is to use your creativity and skills to promote kindness.

Episode 21 - Rochelle Spears

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Rochelle is the owner of The ScrapRoom Kit Club. She loves making scrapbooks. It's a great, fun way to document your memories while making wonderful social connections with others. Learn about her journey as she evolved into an owner of this fun kit club.

Episode 20 - Tracy Weinzapfel

Mon, 22 Jun 2020 04:05:00 +0000

Tracy loves to art journal and use this as a diary/journal for life. It carries her through the ups and downs. She has connected with so many amazing people through art journaling and loves sharing this purpose.

Episode 19 - Sheila Rumney

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Sheila's love of all things distressed, worn and aged has grown over the years. This love and appreciation of vintage treasures spills over into her creative process. From art journals, mixed media, watercolor, soldering, jewelry making, photography and scrapbooking. She has taught creatives locally to create art from the heart by combining the past and present.

Episode 18 - Cathe Holden

Thu, 14 May 2020 22:45:19 +0000

As an accomplished designer and artist, Cathe shares with us a peek into her world and how she got started on the road to her amazing career.

Episode 17 - Rita Barakat

Thu, 14 May 2020 22:05:28 +0000

When asked what her favorite creation is:

My most favorite project was a full room size mural of the little mermaid and it wasn't because I got paid for it or anything. It was because it was the first time I showed somebody else my artwork and was that lightbulb moment where other people were coming over to see my work, soon the word got out neighbors telling neighbors, asking to see it and if they could pay to do their houses, and at that moment were somebody else was validating me and saying "wow you why aren't you getting paid for this? " and "why aren't you showing people your artwork?" So it's my favorite piece because it was that moment in time when things changed and I thought maybe I do have some talent here! Lol

Episode 16 - Bari J Ackerman

Tue, 12 May 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Bari's popular product collections feature her celebrated signature floral style and are instantly recognizable on rugs (Loloi Rugs), fabric (Art Gallery Fabrics), wallpapers, bedding and more. Listen in as we find out about how this all got started.

Episode 15 - Beth Nadler

Tue, 05 May 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Beth loves to create fine art that collectors want for their own living spaces. Learn more on this week's podcast interview.

Episode 14 - Cheryl Boglioli

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 16:00:00 +0000

Cheryl loves creating art with texture and lots of it. Much of her work has been mixed media canvases, but she finds herself being drawn into sculpture art the more she works with that as well.

Episode 13 - Ann Butler from Bella Crafts Publications

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 16:00:00 +0000

Ann just loves making and creating things and sharing that passion with others. This has evolved into her creation of Bella Crafts Publications, a free online magazine.

Episode 12 - Kristen Powers from The Moon and the Maker

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 16:00:00 +0000

KP loves making products and projects for artists and crafters to create with. She loves the design process. Sharing creativity is spreading joy and what could be better than that?

Episode 11 - Jona Giammalva

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 16:00:00 +0000

Jona lives in Arizona where she teaches both children and adults how to sew. She also is great at creating useful patterns for everyday needs.

Episode 10 - Sarah Bierstedt from the Purple Pincushion

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 16:00:00 +0000

Sarah love's making things that are cute, whimsical, often useful, many times cuddly, nearly always from repurposed materials, and a sometimes a bit unexpected. Making brings her joy and a sense of usefulness – something that she can do for herself, but more often in order to bring happiness to others.

Episode 9 - Carolee McMullin from AdornIt

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:00:00 +0000

ADORNit has flourished from a small home business to an internationally known designer/manufacturer. Carolee (mom and owner) and her three daughters Georgana, Alison & Jackie are a powerhouse creative team who design and sell what they love. From coloring + paper crafts + wood decor + hand stitching + quilting fabrics and boutique clothing, ADORNit is a one-stop shop for nearly all your creative needs!

Episode 8 - Alexa Lett

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Alexa makes unique one-of-a-kind visual art using vintage fabrics, notions, needle and thread. Her style is fun, with glimpses of her snarky sense of humor peeking out. Listen as she shares how her crazy journey to becoming a maker all began.

Episode 7 - Meet Lorraine Bell

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Lorraine loves to make Travel Sketchbooks. But not only does she like to create her own sketchbooks, she also documents her journeys through written word and illustrations. These sketchbooks are a way for her to connect to the people and places she visits.

Listen to how she got started on her path of creativity.

Episode 6 - Kathy Wilkins and Kallie Maughan of Haven Place

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 17:00:00 +0000

They are a mother-daughter trio of makers, gatherers and beauty seekers. Passionate about people, they love their big crazy family and awesome friends, and think it's the funnest thing in the world to make beautiful things whether it's in the art studio, the sewing room, the garden, or the kitchen! They crave girls' nights out and get-togethers, so what could be better than creating a place where they can do all of that and invite others to come do it with them?

Some of their favorites (in no particular order): watercolor, sketching, book and journal making, junk journaling, paper crafting, modern macrame, concrete planters, stitchery and sewing, sign-painting, …. so many ideas, so little time!

Vanessa Johanning - The most Colorful Girl you'll ever meet

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 17:00:00 +0000

Vanessa lives her life loud with color. Get to know her interesting background and how she lives such a colorful life.

Hear about Rae Missigman's Artistic Journey

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 17:00:00 +0000

Rae is known for her artistic mark-making. And she has an interesting story to tell about how it all got started.

Get to Know Kelli-May Krenz

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 17:00:00 +0000

Kelli loves making art with a positive message. She's a graphic designer, illustrator, fine artist and course creator.

Meet Melanie Traylor from Southern Charm Quilts

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 12:24:04 +0000

Melanie is a custom quilt maker and pattern creator. Novice quilters love to follow and learn from Melanie. Her quilts are modern but with a very soft look.

Episode 1 - Get to Know Your Co-Hosts

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 03:14:16 +0000

For our first episode we thought it was only fitting to have you get to hear a little bit about each of our "Maker's Story". I hope you enjoy this first Episode and bookmark us so you can listen to more maker stories.