The Big Raven Farm Blog

In this week’s episode of the Happy Time Craft Cast, I sit down with the absolutely delightful mixed-media artist McKenna Kornowski, and oh my goodness — my creative heart is STILL glowing. 💛 From thrift-store lace and dragonfly wings to her deep love of nature and joyful approach to layering textures, McKenna reminded me that creativity is all about curiosity, play, and noticing the little wonders around us. This conversation left me inspired to experiment more, explore more, and celebrate the beautiful messiness of making. 🌿✨

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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. 🌈