Podcasts

Craftonians!  I’m so excited to share a behind-the-scenes look into the latest episode of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast—this one was extra special because it was all about your questions! We did a full Ask Me Anything covering my favorite topics (book folding, anyone?), some crafty secrets, Big Raven Farm retreat highlights, and loads of tips for keeping those creative juices flowing. Picture us hanging out, chatting over coffee, and you’ll get a feel for the fun we had! One of the most common questions I get is where I find my books. And let me tell you—it’s not your typical...

Oh, friends, you are in for such a treat with this episode! I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the incredible Kerry Burki on Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast, and let me tell you—it was like taking a long, soul-soothing exhale. Kerry is one of those people who just gets it. She’s an author, yoga teacher, intuitive mentor, and a beautiful soul who helps sensitive women reconnect with their own magic (yes, we all have some, and Kerry knows just how to find it!). Kerry’s written two books that I adore, Tend to Your Vibration and Stellar Vibrations, and she teaches...

Craftonians! Welcome back to the blog, where I get to share all the amazing things happening on Joleen’s Happy Time Craft Cast! This week, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the super talented and wonderfully creative Tamara Kelly from Moogly, and let me tell you, it was a total blast! If you’ve been following the world of crochet for a while, chances are you’ve heard of Moogly. It’s a treasure trove of free crochet patterns, tutorials, and resources—basically, the ultimate hangout for yarn lovers. Tamara started Moogly with a simple but powerful goal: to make crochet accessible to...

Hello, Craftonians! Did you catch the latest episode of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast? If not, buckle up, because you’re in for a treat—Melissa Galbraith from M Creative J stopped by, and let me tell you, it was a delightful, crafty whirlwind! The Episode Kicks Off with a Dash of Farm Life and a Whole Lot of Crafting Vibes Joleen, ever the fabulous host, starts off by sharing a little bit about life at Big Raven Farm—retreat season is in full swing! Picture it: yoga, Minnesota breezes, and Joleen whipping up meals for retreat-goers. It’s no wonder she’s been a bit quiet...

Craftonians! In this episode of Joleen’s Happy Time Craft Cast, I sat down with the lovely Amber Christian, owner and editor of Handmade Seller Magazine, to talk about her journey from the corporate grind to becoming a champion for artisans and small business owners everywhere. It was a jam-packed episode filled with tips on turning hobbies into thriving businesses, a deep love for canning (with her famous Salted Caramel Pear Butter recipe), and, of course, plenty of laughs! From Corporate Life to Handmade Biz Queen Amber kicked off by sharing her personal leap from a 20-year career in tech and...