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Sew & So is a casual conversation with a special member of the sewist and quilting community. A casual conversation about how they got started, what inspires them and what excites them. Sew & So is brought to you by BERNINA - Made To Create.
We will be exploring and demystifying the crafting industry's greatest mysteries! From how to increase your sales, finding your card making style to getting out of your creative rut.
This episode explores Bisa Butler’s fascinating journey, which began with her getting a Bachelor of Fine Arts in painting at Howard University. Realizing painting was not her passion, she went on to Montclair University to pursue a Master's in Teaching. It was there, while making a quilt in her first-ever fibers class, that she had an artistic epip…
We're BACK! Well, sort of, I actually have my snarkleganger filling in for me as I am STILL not 100%. I can certainly tell you that I miss laughing A LOT. On today's podcast, I have Chris O'Hearn from the Strong Within Daily Affirmation podcast helping out with a special episode for you. Today, Chris talks about how to be Strong Within Your Creativ…
Now that Creativation is over, what to do you do now? How do you process? Should you follow up with those you met? How do you move past some of the heart aches? What do you do with all of the information you obtained, the friends you made, the memories you have and the connections you created? In today's podcast, we talk about the show, what you sh…
We are just a few days away from the Creative Event of the Year!!! AFCI’s Creativation starts this coming week, where thousands of creative geniuses will descend upon the Phoenix Civic Center in my home town of sunny Arizona for a week long creative fun fest. Full of learning, new products, friends, laughter and Javi Hours. Plus, yours truly will b…
Hey everyone! It’s Suzanne and I want to thank you for joining us for the So Suzy Podcast where we help you build a business out of the hobby you love. You will also be able to get the show notes and the links we reference by visiting us at SoSuzyPodcast.com Over the past 6 months or so, I have been listening to the Strong Within Podcast from Chris…
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MIHM with Lesley Oman from Heffy Doodle Stamps
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Welcome to Made It Happen Monday with Lesley Oman from Heffy Doodle Stamps! I am so excited to have Lesley on today's show and talk to her about Heffy Doodle AND how she launched her stamp company via a Kickstarter. Find out more about Heffy Doodle AND the amazing prizes she is giving away this week on today's show!…
Today we have the incredible Justine Hovey on the podcast talking about her annual 12 Days of Christmas celebration, where she provides us with holiday inspiration! Hear how the 12 Days of Christmas got started, how it evolved and the incredible prizes and cards she is featuring starting TODAY! SHOW NOTES 12 Day of Christmas Social Media YouTube Fa…
If you are new to card making or are on a tight budget, making your crafting dollar go as far as possible is essential! Today, I am going to give you some crafty buying secrets on how you can save money and get started building your card making stash. SHOW NOTES Special Coupon Code and Link for 15% off all items on Gina K Designs for today (10/20/1…
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MIHM with Bonnie Krebs from Art Impressions
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This week, we have the amazing Bonnie Krebs on the podcast from Art Impressions. We talk about how she got her start in the crafting industry, her over 8000 images she has designed, the evolution of Art Impressions and how she finds her inspiration! SHOW NOTES Stamp Styles TryFolds Watercolor Wobbles Front and Backs Windows to the World Golden Oldi…
There has been a lot of heated conversations lately over the ever-growing infestation of knock off craft supplies. Typically, when someone mentions knock offs in the crafting industry, most people immediately gravitate toward the MISTI copycats and the blatant patent infringements some companies thought were ok to violate to make a quick buck. Fool…
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Getting Ready for the Holidays with Amit Mathradas from PayPal
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Whether you are a business or a consumer, it's time to get your game face on and prepare for the holiday shopping frenzy! On today's podcast, we not only give you 5 incredible tips on how you can score your favorite items during the releases and sales, but we also have Amit Mathradas from PayPal on the show. Amit gives us some incredible ideas for …
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Snarktoberfest - Interview with Suha Hazboun from Swedish House Crafts
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Welcome to Day 3 of Snarktoberfest! Today's guest is Suha Hazboun from Swedish House Crafts. Not only is Suha the owner of Swedish House Crafts, she is also one of our incredible sponsors for the Snarktoberfest blog hop! Hear all about Swedish House Crafts, Suha's love for snark AND how she has the lowest shipping rates in the UK! That's right, my …
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Snarktoberfest - Interview with Donna Whiteman from the Sisterhood of the Snarky Stampers
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Welcome to Day 2 of Snarktoberfest and our interview with Donna Whiteman from The Sisterhood of Snarky Stampers. Today, we continue with Snarktoberfest and interviewing one of the amazing lovers of snark, a snarky place to share your creations without fear of someone standing on their precious pansy soap boxes on how your card offends their delicat…
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Snarktoberfest with Josefine Fouarge *Not appropriate for small children or easily offended
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Welcome to Snarktoberfest! *WARNING: Today's podcast has a few bad words that may not be appropriate for little ears or those of you who get easily offended. Josefine and I talk about some of our favorite snarky sentiments and cards during the podcast, there are no F-bombs, but it may not seen as a family friendly show today. Funny, but not geared …
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Creativation 2018 with Keli Bell-Cole from AFCI
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Eeeek, I am so excited! Creativation is just around the corner and the registration for the education program starts next week on September 12 at 11am EST! Today, we have Keli Bell-Cole from AFCI on the podcast to talk about attending Creativation, the educational classes, key note speaker and so much more! And Keli is kinda awesome! PLUS, we try t…
Welcome to Made It Happen Monday with Kim Evans from Emerald Creek! Today, we are going to be talking to Kim about how she got her start in the stamping industry, her unique embossing powders, AFCI Canada (because we love our Canadian sisters!) and a few shout outs to some amazing menfolk in the industry! PLUS! Kim has GENEROUSLY offered a $50 priz…
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Card Classes and Retreats with Lydia Fiedler
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**DISCLAIMER** Skype was not behaving during the recording of our podcast so we had to use Zoom, needless to say, the quality is not as good as normal. I do apologize and I PROMISE once you get used to the "bubbling abyss ocean sounds", you'll be fine! It would be an extreme disservice to the crafting community if I did not have the bomdiggityshizz…
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Building and Launching Your Creative Dreams
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Today, we have Teresa DeWitt-Pierce from Whimsical Card Studio on the podcast sharing with us how she built and launched her creative dream of being on a design team. PLUS, we have a special surprise for her that she had NO CLUE was coming! Thanks to Justine Hovey and Vicky Briggs from So Suzy Stamps for allowing me to a part of the fun! SHOW NOTES…
This month, we are focusing on different ways to make extra money to support your craft habit. Last week, we discussed craft fairs and launched our Craft Show 101 online class at SoSuzySessions.com This week, we are going to talk about card classes and how you can make extra money by hosting your own. SHOW NOTES If you are wanting to host classes, …
We all need more money for crafting supplies and with the holidays fast approaching and new releases pending, new supplies are going to be essential for our well-being and our very existence. Today, we are going to discuss 10 ways you can finagle some more money to buy the goodies you are dying to get! SHOW NOTES 10 Ways to Finagle More Money Sell …
For those of you who plan to participate in a craft fair this year, today's podcast is all for you! We are going to discuss: Supplies needed Decorating your booth Promotion for your crafts How to stand apart from the other crafters Type of cards to sell Pricing Also, we just opened pre-registration for our Craft Show 101 Online Class! Show Notes Ca…
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PayPal Solutions for You and Your Craft Business
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Whether you own an Etsy shop, business, sell your cards at craft fairs or shop online, PayPal is MORE than just a way to collect or spend money. On today's show, we talk with Jason Smith from PayPal and he gives us the inside scoop on all the ways PayPal can help you AND your business. From payment solutions, shopping, peace of mind, dolling out fu…
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MIHM with Vincent Djen from The Fashion Knowledge Network
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Today, we have Vincent Djen, designer, manufacturer and consultant for The Fashion Knowledge Network. Vincent is going to tell his story of growing up in the fashion industry and sharing with you his secrets on how you can achieve your fashion design dream. Plus, he gives us the inside scoop of some of the hottest upcoming trends and materials that…
Three years ago a stamping product was released to the people who followed My Sweet Petunia on Facebook, shortly thereafter, this incredible tool would impact the stamping world like no other. The MISTI has changed lives, built friendships and revitalized the stamping community. To celebrate her 3rd birthday, we have a special podcast to talk about…
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eCommerce Series: Chloe Thomas from eCommerce MasterPlan
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We are continuing with our July eCommerce Series and when we were putting the series together, I knew there was one person I just had to have on the show so she could share her words of wisdom. Chloë Thomas, from eCommerce MasterPlan is an author, podcast host, mentor and consultant in the eCommerce world and I had the extreme pleasure of working w…
I had to have one last guest on the show to go with our Planner Series to talk about Traveler's Notebooks and working with leather products. Chris Barrett from the AltGuild creates these stunning leather Traveler's Notebooks that I am absolutely IN LOVE with! Today, we talk about the reasons behind a Traveler's Notebook, working with leather and wh…
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UPDATED! Selecting an eCommerce Platform with Tracey Wallace from BigCommerce
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I APOLOGIZE FOR THE UPDATE AND ERROR WITH OUR ORIGINAL RECORDING, WE SHOULD BE GOOD TO GO FOR THE FULL EPISODE WITH TRACEY WALLACE FROM BIG COMMERCE. When it comes to starting an online business, selecting the right platform is critical to your business, customers and growth. Selecting the wrong platform can cause you undue stress, crashed servers …
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MIHM with Missy Luukkonen from Little Green Bean
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Welcome to Made It Happen Monday, where we bring you the stories of the people in the creative industry who have built a business and Made It Happen! Today, we have Missy Luukkonen from The Little Green Bean. Missy is one of these amazing women who can take a piece of scrap fabric and turn it into the cutest, most unique items for your home. Plus, …
Regardless if you're on a design team, make cards for fun or sell them throughout the year, having a craft room or craft space set up properly can not only have you time, but can help you find success. In today's episode, we are going to talk about the 10 ways you can set your craft room up for success. SHOW NOTES 10 Ways to Set Your Craft Room Up …
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MIHM with Sallyann Ralph from Little Sweet Designs
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We have Sallyann Ralph from Little Sweet Designs on today's show to talk about the importance of branding for your blog, why she helps small businesses with pre-made templates and shows you how to use programs like InDesign, Photoshop, Canva and more. Her Brand Bar is a one stop resource to help creativepreneurs stay ahead of the game. MARKETING RE…
We are doing something a bit different for today's podcast. We just got back from Junkie Fest in Greendale, WI and I fell so in love with this little village that I had to share a bit of back story and history. I hope you enjoy the excerpt from the book, Greendale - The Little Village That Could and Did before we talk about our recap from Junkie Fe…
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Traditional Planners with Laurie Huff from Quo Vadis
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Welcome to our final week of the Planner Series. I hope you have enjoyed the last several weeks and the guests we have had on the show. If you missed out on any of the podcasts, you can find them all here. Also, if you would like to be eligible to win one of the NINE fabulous prizes, please leave us a comment in the show notes by July 6th. We will …
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MIHM - Marcia Francois from Organising Queen
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Welcome to Made It Happen Monday with Marcia Francois the Organising Queen! Today we talk to Marcia about living life intentionally, how to find time to do the things you love and her advice for finding the perfect planner for your lifestyle. SHOW NOTES Marcia's Main Purpose or Focus - "Inspire people to take action." Why Marcia thinks people sabot…
We are headed out to our very first card retreat that I have not hosted! The Stamp Junkies are descending upon Gina K's, Village Paper & Ink in Wisconsin for a ton of fun, lots of laughs and some major card making. On today's episode, we talk about getting ready for going to a Retreat, supplies to bring and how I created my amazing lists! SHOW NOTE…
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Jessica Marie Design - Printable Planners
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Welcome back to Week 4 of our Planner Series with Jessica Marie Design. Jessica designs and creates Printable Planners that you can simply download and print or if you need something custom, she can design planner pages that work for you and your needs. I have been using Jessica for several years and she never fails to wow me with her ability to ta…
It's Made It Happen Monday with Katy Weade co-founder of Blitsy! Today we talk with Katy on how Blitsy came to life, how to get your products onto their site, secret of something super fabulous coming out soon and where Blitsy is going in the future!
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Importance of Listening to Your Customers
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Listening to your followers and customers is an integral part of the success of you, your brand and your business. Understanding what they want and need will help to garner their loyalty and allow you to grow and continue to to offer value added content and products. Find out the importance of listening to your customers and followers in today's po…
Welcome to week 3 of our Planner Series with Audra Bolster from Kindred Stamps. Today, we are exploring the reasons behind decorating your planner, supplies available and best inks to use. When I think of decorating a planner, my brain immediately goes to "personal planner" and certainly not one for business. However, seeing the need for business s…
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MIHM with Ashley Shelly and Her Amazing Planners
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We are continuing with our Planner Series theme in today's Made It Happen Monday podcast with Ashley Shelly Trotier from Ashley Shelly. Ashley creates some fabulous planners that are designed to help you "create your best days". Today, we hear the story behind her business, the planners she creates and the products she has coming out in the near fu…
Let's face it, we are busy people. Life has a tendency to get in the way, responsibilities pile up and time flies by. What we want to do doesn't always match up with what we have to do, but what if you were able to combine creativity with something you MUST do? Show Notes If you are short on time available to you, think about your creative flow and…
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Bullet Journal with Helen Colebrook from Journal with Purpose
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Welcome to week 2 of our Planner Series! Today, we are talking with Helen Colebrook from Journal with Purpose and how she uses her Bullet Journal to plan her days. When I first found Helen on Instagram, I was completely enamored of her simple layout style, the way she combined work with home and her blog post on Using Your Bullet Journal to Get Mor…
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AFCI - Importance for a Mid-Year Buying Event
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On last week's podcast, we talked about the importance of planning for the holiday's. Today, we have Keli Bell-Cole from AFCI talking about their mid-year buying event! AFCI and SPC have put together an amazing event for those retailers who need to get ready for the 3rd and 4th quarters. Hear about the Mixed Media Event, how to attend and the benef…
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When Should Your Business Start Planning for the Holidays
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Depending on your needs and motivation, starting your holiday planning now could be instrumental to your success. It doesn't matter if you are planning your holiday cards, classes, getting items ready for craft fairs, designing stamps for holiday releases or purchasing inventory for your shop. Proper planning is critical for you, your business and …
Welcome to the first of our new podcast series! Every Thursday, we are going to be bringing you a new episode featuring the current month's focus topic and talking to key influencers in the industry. Plus, as an added bonus, we launched our new members only "Focus" Group on Facebook! We are quite excited about the changes and we hope you enjoy this…
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MIHM with Sally Harris from 100 Creatives
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Sally Harris from 100 Creatives is participating in #the100dayproject on Instagram and for her 100 days, she decided to create a podcast so she could interview 100 creatives in 100 days. For someone who has never produced a podcast before, this is an incredible feat and she is ROCKING IT! Hear about her 100 Day Creative Journey, what she plans on d…
There is a happy little place in all our hearts that makes us feel all warm and fuzzy inside. We feel safe. Possibly mildly confident in our complacency. No fears of failure. Just happy contentment. This is also referred to as stagnant or perhaps you would prefer comfort zone, because it sounds happier. And truly, finding and having a happy place o…
Yesterday, we announced the launch of our new company, Your Creative Focus. With the selling of So Suzy Stamps, we realized that we had even more to offer the creative industry. On today's podcast, we talk about what led us to Your Creative Focus, the plans for the future and where we go from here. Show Notes So Suzy Podcast is now Your Creative Fo…
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MIHM with Denise Nichols from Simply Charming Bags
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Welcome to Made It Happen Monday with Denise Nichols from Simply Charming Everyday! Before we get to our interview, you may be noticing a few changes to our site and brand. You haven't entered the Twilight Zone, Your Creative Focus is the new So Suzy Podcast and a whole lot more! Tomorrow, we will be rolling out a special podcast episode explaining…
Being prepared for an emergency situation is so important, especially when that emergency is an impromptu card class or a last minute girls get-a-way weekend. Which is why having your crafty "go" bag always prepared is essential for your well being! On today's podcast, we discuss what a "go" bag is, what to use for your "go" bag and items to includ…
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Habits and Accountability Take Time for You
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Whatever habit you create for yourself, it’s up to you to decide you’re worth it and to take the time you need. Life is too short and there are a ton of fabulous projects to work on, hobbies to learn and art to create. Today's episode is sponsored by My Sweet Petunia and the amazing MISTI.
