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Slowmade: Nourishing Conversations for Jewelry Artists and Metalsmiths

Christine Mighion

Slowmade is a nourishing and inclusive space for independent jewelry artists and metalsmiths that supports your desire to build a more soulful, handcrafted business, and life... one that aligns with your values, your passion, and your creativity. Join jewelry artist, seasoned business owner, and the host of Slowmade, Christine Mighion in this conversational style podcast. You"ll hear honest and inspiring stories from artists around the world, sharing their wins, their challenges, and the lessons

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01:06:49

Jennifer Lisa: Quench Metalworks - The Reality of...

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2024/10/16

Jennifer Lisa is known to many by her business name Quench Metalworks. Born and raised in Maine, Jennifer received her BFA in Jewelry and Metalsmithing from the Rhode Island School of Design. Handcrafted in sterling silver and unique gemstones, her jewelry collections are ever-evolving and draw inspiration from the balance of linear elements and organic shapes.Jennifer took a leap of faith and opened a brick and mortar following a dream she had. During our conversation she shares the ups and downs

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01:05:15

Teresa Kiplinger: The Intersection of Poetry and...

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2024/10/09

A graphic designer and lifelong poet, Teresa Kiplinger came to metal later in life as a way to keep herself busy through the end of a painful marriage. Not long after, she experienced the unimaginable loss of her teenaged stepson. Wearing her pain like a heavy cloak, she turned to her metalwork and poetry to work through her grief, making a bracelet in his memory, etched with a poem to him. This bracelet, a reminder of her love for him, was a comforting presence in the months that followed. From

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01:12:14

Sarah Breivis: The Hustle, The Healing & Pausing to...

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2024/10/02

Sarah Breivis is not only a talented metalsmith I’ve had the pleasure of knowing for years; she’s also a passionate woodworker, and an avid baker of decadent treats, with a love for exploring far-off places. What started our as a hobby in a stone carving class 25 years ago, turned into a full time passion. Sarah is a graduate of the Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts. In this episode, Sarah openly shares her journey of getting caught in the hustle and grind of her work, only to face a serious health

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01:03:14

Kristin Larson: Peeling Back the Layers - A...

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2024/09/25

Kristin Larson along with and her husband, Richard are the creative duo behind Kristin's eponymous jewelry brand Kristin Larson Jewelry. They met while they were in school and have been a team ever since. Kristin creates soulful adornments that provide inspiration, comfort, and connection. Each piece is thoughtfully carved from wax and serve as tangible reminders that bring you home to yourself. Kristin considers her jewelry "new heirlooms" to hold your unique story. In this

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00:21:12

The Slowmade Collective: A Home & Virtual Sanctuary...

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2024/09/18

When I started my business 20 years ago I had absolutely no idea what I was doing. I didn’t go to business school and I never dreamed I would one day have my own business. I was as green as it gets.Looking back I know I never would have received the level of success and security within my business without the support of a group of incredible mentors and colleagues… often when I needed it the most. There were so many times when imposter syndrome led me to undervalue and underprice my work. Times

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01:06:52

Julie Mahoney: How a Surprising Shift From Fine Art...

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2024/09/11

Restless and never really satisfied with the work she was doing as a painter, Julie Mahoney felt the weight of all the painters who better than her and she was often plagued with self doubt.Julie spent nearly 30 years as a professor of drawing and painting at a local university before retiring in 2019. It was then that she began taking metalsmithing classes and fell in love with the craft. Surprisingly, she never felt the type of self doubt with metals as she did as a painter, and so she put down

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00:50:07

Andrea Ring: Running Amuck - A Creative Duo's Love...

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2024/09/04

Andrea & Bryan Ring are the creative duo behind Amuck Design. They met in college and have been collaborating ever since. Finding inspiration in graffiti, their work is known for its cohesive yet diverse styles, incorporating various materials like vintage pieces, license plates, and dice.In this conversation, Christine sits down with Andrea and her curious cat Victor. They discuss trade shows, how she and Bryan collaborate on designs, their YouTube channel, creative challenges, teaching, and

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01:11:27

Blavk Jewelry, An Intuitive Exploration of Sacred...

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2024/08/28

Rebecca Lee (she/they) is a metalsmith interested in sacred adornment and its capacity to provide protection and healing for all intersections of marginalized people. Currently, Lee works primarily with sheet metal, hand piercing intuitive undulating shapes that mimic how water impacts our coastlines incorporating minerals and found objects near or in bodies of water. Rebecca also utilizes wax carving to create talismans featuring sigils and marks with specific and intentional magical purposes. In

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01:11:28

Kerin Rose: Jewelry as a Bridge Between the Concrete...

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2024/08/21

I’m sure you know how it feels when you meet someone new at an event and within a few minutes you feel you’ve found a kindred spirit? Someone who speaks your language.Well, that is how I felt when I met Kerin Rose… and it’s not because Rose was my maiden name. Kerin was a member of a metalsmithing community I belonged to on Etsy. I’m sure if you have listened to the podcast for anything length of time you have heard me talk about EtsyMetal and the positive impact it had on my success as a new

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01:04:49

Erin Harris: From Social Work to Soul Work & The Art...

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2024/08/14

Erin harris calls herself a “sentimental metalsmith” because that is what she specializes in: sentimental work in metal. Her work features both literal sentiment via the words and phrases she etches into blooming flowers and hinged butterflies, as well as the more intangible emotions evoked in personalized lockets and memorial reliquary. “I’m inspired by both nature and nostalgia, by love and by loss. I work in metal, taking something cold and hard and imbuing it with warmth and heart.” Although

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01:04:56

Tracey Carswell: The Soul of a Changemaker, Queer...

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2024/08/07

Tracey Carswell is the founder of Powerful in Pink and co-founder of Queer Metalsmiths. They work with artists, creatives, and small business owners to support their growth and development. Tracey shares their journey into metalsmithing and their passion for creating jewelry. They also discuss the importance of community support and collaboration in their work. Tracey created Queer Metalsmiths to provide a platform for LGBTQIA+ metal smiths and jewelry artists to showcase their work and support each

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01:06:19

Emily Joyce: Improving Your Craft Through Play, What...

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2024/07/31

Emily Joyce, an enamelist, sculptor, and jewelry maker, discusses her creative process and balancing her work with being a teacher and a mom. She shares her love for mechanisms and creating playful, nostalgic pieces. Emily talks about her struggles with displaying her work at art festivals and her desire to explore new techniques. She also offers one-on-one classes to teach others and finds inspiration from other metalsmiths. Emily discusses her daily routine and the challenges of marketing and

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01:06:36

Ace McCasland: The Long & Adventurous Road to...

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2024/07/24

Ace McCasland, a metalsmith and jewelry artist, shares her journey and creative process in this conversation with Christine. Ace started Studio Luna Verde and creates unique, eclectic, and out-of-the-box jewelry, which she fittingly describes as "wildcrafted jewelry". She draws inspiration from her travels and the landscapes she has encountered. Ace emphasizes the importance of exploring and seeking new experiences. She also discusses her teaching approach, encouraging students to embrace

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00:59:23

Kristen Kendrick Bigley: From Sculpture to Jewelry...

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2024/07/17

Kristen Kendrick Bigley, a metalsmith and owner of KKB Metal Studio with a fine arts background, shares her journey to metalsmithing and the influence of her artistic family. She discusses her transition from sculpture to jewelry-making and the challenges of working with different mediums. Kristen also talks about the importance of community and mentorship in her creative process. She shares her experience with imposter syndrome and the balance between her jewelry-making and her full-time job

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Anya Chang-DePuy: Wabi Sabi Silver - A Journey That...

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2024/07/10

Anya first stumbled across the opportunity to learn the craft of metal smithing while traveling solo in India for 6 months in 2016. Little did she know that her love for the craft would deepen and grow over the years to turn into her own small business of WabiSabi Silver. Anya is committed to living a joyful life that centers around sustainability. She is currently a part of a team that is at the beginning stage of building a natural building/permaculture educational site where her yurt and newly

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00:47:08

Liz Kantner & Laryssa Wirstiuk: Defining Your Brand...

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2024/07/03

In this episode, Christine Mighion talks with Liz Kantner and Laryssa Wirstiuk about marketing for independent jewelry artists. They discuss the challenges of marketing, the importance of branding, and strategies for building a strong brand presence. They emphasize the need for consistency, knowing your audience, and focusing on the bigger picture. They also address the common challenges of time management and the right time to invest in marketing. As the conversation continues Liz and Laryssa touch

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01:06:42

Tracey Timmons: Owning Her Creativity and Reaching...

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2024/06/26

Tracey Timmons is an exhibiting artist and metalsmith who creates one of kind pieces of jewelry. She has been metalsmithing for about 10 years and is mostly self-guided, learning through books, videos, and trial and error. Tracey participates in art shows and exhibits her work, preferring the in-person experience where people can see and touch her creations. Tracey has recently been accepted to exhibit at the Smithsonian Craft2Wear show, which is a major accomplishment for her and she is super

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01:06:55

Jen Prox-Weisblat: The Value of Community,...

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2024/06/19

I’ve sat here for a bit thinking about what I wanted to say about today’s guest. Jen Prox-Weisblat who may be better known by her business name Prox or ProxArtist, is someone I’ve known and admired for a very long time. I’ve always seen Jen as a prolific jewelry artist, obsessed with quality and detail. Whenever I see a piece she has finished, my first thought is “Man I wonder how long that piece took to fabricate” which is then usually followed by some thought of how I would lose my mind if I had

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01:03:24

Kimberly Huestis: From Architecture to Clay and...

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2024/06/12

Being the complete stone geek that I am, when I first saw Kimberly Huestis’s jewelry my first thought was “wow, those stones are so cool!” and of course I wondered what they were. As I combed through her gorgeous IG profile It didn’t take long to realize that many of those “quote stones” were not stones at all, but beautiful porcelain cabochons that Kim lovingly handcrafts herself. Almost instantly I became enamored with Kim’s work and I knew I wanted to her with you. Kim is not only a very

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01:17:21

Chris Anderson: His Journey From Law Enforcement To...

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2024/06/05

Chris Anderson took a very different path into working with metal, yet the fit was undeniably perfect. I'm not going to give all the details away, but after retiring from law enforcement, Chris decided to put all of his energy into his business, Lion Punch Forge. I was so thrilled when Chris agreed to take some time out of his very busy schedule to have a conversation with me. He shared is journey from blacksmithing to silver and goldsmithing, and then ultimately to where he has now landed

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