Big Raven Farm

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...

Do you remember when you were little and the simplest things made you happy? Like coloring outside the lines, building cardboard castles, or making friendship bracelets with your best pals? Those were the days! We created things just for the fun of it, and it made us feel so alive. No pressure, no deadlines, just pure, joyful creativity. But then, life happens. We grow up. Jobs, family, responsibilities—life gets busy, and all those fun, creative projects we used to love slowly fade away. Suddenly, the paintbrushes are packed away, the sewing machine is collecting dust, and we forget how much...

Let’s talk about stress. I mean, we all know what it feels like, right? Sometimes it’s this looming dark cloud hanging over us, and other times it’s more subtle, like an annoying low hum you can’t quite shake. Stress sneaks in, whether it’s from work, family stuff, or just the whirlwind of keeping up with life. And while a little bit of stress can give us that push we need (like when you’ve got a deadline and suddenly you’re a superhero), too much of it—especially when it sticks around—can take a serious toll on our health. They call stress the...

Craftonians! I’m thrilled to share another inspiring episode of the Happy Time Craft Cast with you all. This time, I had the pleasure of talking with Kate Latham, the brilliant founder of Modern Hoopla. Kate’s story is a testament to how creativity, passion, and a dash of technology can turn a simple idea into a successful business. From Construction to Crafting Kate’s journey into crafting is anything but typical. She didn’t start as a full-time crafter—she actually began in public policy and later worked in web development. But like many of us, her love for creating always simmered in the...

Craftonians! The latest episode of the Happy Time Craftcast was an absolute joy and inspiration, thanks to one of my favorite people, Molly Anthony. If you’ve been following along, you know how much I adore working with Molly—she’s a true creative powerhouse and one of the best companions to get artsy with. This episode focused on the magic of Gelli plate printing, and from start to finish, it was an absolute blast! Molly has been a dear friend and collaborator for years, and every time we get together, we seem to just light up with creative energy. In this episode,...