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Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast
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 crafty endeavor.
Get ready for a dose of creativity, motivation, and a whole lot of crafting goodness. Tune in to the Happy Time Craft Cast and let's make some happy crafting memories together!
Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast
Glue, Grit, and Collage Magic with Emilee Stone - Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 41
Craftonians! Welcome to Episode 41 of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast! This episode is a joyful, artsy deep-dive into the world of mixed-media and collage with the amazing Emilee Stone from Collage Soup! Emilee shares her journey from dabbling in art to creating 68+ books of collage fodder that have taken the crafting world by storm. She breaks down how she got started with Amazon KDP, what goes into making high-quality art books, and her love for quirky, creative, and inspiring mixed-media pieces.
Guest Bio
Emilee Stone is a self-taught mixed-media artist with over 25 years of experience. She is the creative mind behind Collage Soup, where she designs books full of quirky, fun, and unique collage fodder. With 68+ books and a growing line of craft products like Washi tapes, die cuts, and surprise collage kits, she’s inspiring crafters worldwide to embrace creativity without fear!
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Episode Chapters with Timestamps
[0:00 – 2:14] Welcome to the Happy Time Craftcast!
[2:15 – 6:29] Meet Emilee Stone – from tech support to collage queen!
[6:30 – 10:44] What IS Collage Soup and why do crafters love it?
[10:45 – 15:19] The birth of Blind Date with a Collage Box – a total sellout!
[15:20 – 20:04] Why high-quality paper makes all the difference in collage art.
[20:05 – 25:29] Joleen’s love for the Flower Power and Round Table Fables books.
[25:30 – 30:14] How collage can be the perfect creative reset.
[30:15 – 32:44] Where to grab Emilee’s books, kits, and follow her journey!
[32:45 – 35:09] Joleen’s Craft Club review—how Collage Soup books are a fan favorite!
[35:10 – 38:24] The magic of fussy cutting—why Emilee and Joleen LOVE this calming craft.
[38:25 – 41:59] Organizing collage fodder—tips for keeping your materials sorted and accessible.
[42:00 – 45:29] The unexpected joys (and struggles) of self-publishing on Amazon KDP.
[45:30 – 49:59] New projects on the horizon—sneak peek at Emilee’s upcoming books & kits!
[50:00 – End] Final thoughts
Quotes from the Episode
- "Collage is magic because it allows you to create something beautiful out of seemingly random pieces." – Emilee Stone
- "Collage is like a creative reset button—you never know what magic will happen!" – Joleen Emery
- "I love creating things that take the frustration out of art-making. When you're inspired, you should be able to create right away!" – Emilee Stone
- "One of my favorite things is seeing how other artists use my books—I love seeing people take my work and make it their own!" – Emilee Stone
Resources and Links:
- Collage Soup Books & Kits: Visit Collage Soup
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