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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
The Beautiful Mess of Art Journaling with Suzanne Earley – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 52
Craftonians! ✨ In this light-hearted and joy-filled Episode 52 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast, host Joleen Emery welcomes back the incredibly talented Suzanne Earley, editor and creator of Strawberry Moon Magazine. Together, they dive deep into the theme of “The Beautiful Mess of Art Journaling” — celebrating the magic of mess, the joy of creating without rules, and the soulful practice of making art simply because it feels good.
They laugh about creative chaos, reflect on the purpose behind making art, and share warm encouragement for fellow makers. Suzanne gives a peek into creating her beautiful magazine, and Joleen shares retreat stories from Big Raven Farm. It’s a joyful reminder that process > perfection, and messy can be magical. ✨🖌️
Guest Bio
Suzanne Earley is a mixed-media artist based in Eastern Iowa, proud grandma, and the genius behind Strawberry Moon Magazine. Formerly a quilter, tech manager, and more, Suzanne’s creative path is as colorful as her art journal pages. She’s passionate about connection, community, and crafting from the heart — mess and all!
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Episode Chapters with Timestamps
[00:00 – 03:54] – Happy Hello from Joleen
[03:55 – 06:14] – The Power of Feeling Lucky
[06:15 – 10:09] – Suzanne Earley is Back!
[10:10 – 15:59] – Strawberry Moon Magazine: Behind the Magic
[16:00 – 18:19] – Making a Magazine That Feels Like a Conversation
[18:20 – 21:44] – Let’s Talk Mess: The Theme of the Day
[21:45 – 24:29] – Suzanne’s Studio Life: Beautiful Chaos
[24:30 – 29:14] – Creating for the Process, Not the Product
[29:15 – 33:29] – Facing the Blank Page: Tips & Tricks
[33:30 – 37:14] – From Games to Creativity
[37:15 – End] – Gratitude & Goodbye
Quotes from the Episode
“When you do what you love, you’re not really working — and I finally get it.” – Joleen Emery
“I’m a messy artist. It’s about the process, not the product.” – Suzanne Earley
“This magazine feels like a conversation with friends.” – Suzanne Earley
“Follow joy, even if it gets paint on the carpet!” – Joleen Emery
Resources and Links:
🔗 Strawberry Moon Magazine – A stunning, tactile, forever-keep kind of art journal magazine curated by Suzanne.
📰 Pre-order Issue 9
📍 Big Raven Farm Art Retreat with Suzanne Earley
🧰 Tools: Pentel Mattehop, Pentel Arts Pocket brush pen, Elegant Writer pen, Uniball Vision pen, White Stabilo
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