Big Raven Farm

Somewhere between taking care of everyone else, kids, parents, partners, coworkers, even the dog, most women quietly disappear from their own to do lists. It’s not dramatic, just a slow fade. You start skipping the morning walk. You tell yourself you’ll get back to yoga “when things calm down.” Spoiler: they never really do. It’s not just a feeling either. According to the American Psychological Association, women consistently report higher levels of stress than men, and we’re far less likely to take time for ourselves to recover from it. In fact, research from the Kaiser Family Foundation found that nearly...

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In this week’s episode of Happy Time Craftcast, I chat with mosaic artist Miriam Sushman, whose colorful creations remind us that beauty often begins in brokenness. 💕 We talk about art, joy, imperfection, and how creativity helps us see the magic in everyday moments. 🌈

In this week’s episode of Happy Time Craftcast, I chat with fiber artist AJ Young, whose quilts transform LGBTQ+ history into living, stitched stories. 🌈 We talk about creativity, connection, and how art can help us feel seen — one thread at a time. 💕

In this week’s episode of Happy Time Craftcast, I’m sharing my favorite crafting tools — the ones that make creativity flow and keep my projects joyful. From trusty scissors to my beloved bone folder, we’re talking about the little things that make a big difference!