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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
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 crafting on-the-go and dealing with chronic illness that required comfortable, flexible art-making solutions. Together, they dive into creative obsessions, talk about phases of crafting (hello, embroidery craze! 🧵✨), and gush over the joy of making art anywhere. The episode is light, enthusiastic, and filled with crafty camaraderie.
Guest Bio
Tammy is a Canadian artist known for her playful, curiosity-driven approach to creativity. She’s dabbled in everything—from painting to embroidery to making her own craft tools! She’s the founder of Embellish Studios and the brilliant mind behind the Lap Studio, a portable workstation for artists who like to create on-the-go (or from the couch!). Her invention is already helping artists all over the world craft more comfortably.
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Episode Chapters with Timestamps
[00:00 - 02:30] – Joleen’s Retreat Prep: Cooking, Cleaning, & Crafty Excitement
[02:31 - 06:45] – Meet Tammy Murdock: Artist, Inventor, Cool Kid
[06:46 - 12:10] – The Birth of the Lap Studio: Crafting On-the-Go
[12:11 - 16:30] – Craft Nesting & Chronic Illness: Making Art Comfy
[16:31 - 20:15] – Lap Studio Features
[20:16 - 28:00] – Special Discount: 25% Off Lap Studio
[28:01 - 31:15] – Embroidery Obsessions & Crafting Phases
[31:16 – 33:45] – Crafting for Mental Health & Relaxation
[33:46 – 36:20] – Embracing Craft Phases: It’s Okay to Be Obsessed
[36:21 – 39:05] – Crafting with Kids: Making Creativity a Family Thing
[39:06 – 42:10] – Material Talk: Fabrics, Threads & Paper Leather
[42:11 – End] – Final Thoughts: Staying Playful & Creative
Quotes from the Episode
“Creativity is like breathing for me—every day I’m making something, even if it’s tiny.” – Tammy Murdock
“It doesn’t have to be perfect; it just has to make you happy. That’s the only rule in crafting.” – Joleen Emery
“When you make something with your hands, you’re giving your brain a break and your heart a hug.” – Joleen Emery
“The best projects are the ones that bring you joy while you’re doing them—not just when they’re done.” – Tammy Murdock
Resources and Links
🛒 Shop the Lap Studio: Embellish Studios Etsy
🌐 Website: Embellish.com/happytime (Use code for 25% off! 🎉)
Joleen’s Retreats & Classes: Big Raven Farm
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