Sockvent 2024

Send us a textIn the new season of Measure Twice, Cut Once, I'll be delving into the behind-the-scenes of building a creative business. The season features personal experiences and guest interviews about navigating creative entrepreneurship. I'll shares my creative journey of turning a quilting hobby into a thriving business, sparked by the challenges of the 2020 pandemic. Despite the demands of the business side, I'll emphasizes maintaining the joy of the craft, balancing creativity with nec...

This podcast episode focuses on essential tools and supplies for a laser cutting business. The host, Jaimee, provides a categorized list of her must-haves, emphasizing their impact on efficiency, safety, and enjoyment.Key Categories:Safety: Fire extinguisher, fire blanket, air purifier, nitrile gloves, laser-specific eye protection, air compressor.Small but Mighty: Plastic scraper, squeegee/roller, weeding tool.Time-Savers: Dual-tied or 3M adhesive, masking paper, black gorilla tape/plastic r...

This episode focuses on where and how you as a maker and crafter can find the perfect place to sell your work by aligning your selling approaches with your personality and strengths. I share the story of my own journey of selling and how this has evolved. I share practical insights into various selling options, recognising the importance of authenticity in sales, and listening to your own wisdom and inner personality when it comes to choosing where to sell. We'll uncover strategies to al...

Pop me a message!It's Blue Monday, the most depressing day of the year, so let's get the Powertex out! I’m sharing three simple projects you can create when you’re feeling blue and my tips on what to avoid when your energy is low. Whether it’s making air-dry clay, upcycling a jar, or starting a painting, these straightforward ideas are perfect for boosting your mood. Plus, I’ll explain why some activities, like endless Pinterest scrolling, might do more harm than good.What You’ll Learn in Thi...

Handspun: a podcast all about handspinning yarn, processing wool, knitting, owning a wool mill, farm life and everything in between.Link to the YouTube episode I referancehttps://youtu.be/HpXygSOPpx8Join Ewethful’s Patreon Communityhttps://www.patreon.com/EwethfulFiberMillTo join the Ravelry discussion for the spin to knit alonghttps://www.ravelry.com/discuss/ewethful-fiber-farm--mill/topics/4342433To ask me a questionhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdkoshX7grvAiOcNxwAlUqFskm-opVlE1h...

The podcast host, Jaimee Andresen, introduces herself and her background in engineering. She explains how she and her husband got started in laser crafting after joining a makerspace in 2016. They eventually bought their own laser cutter, a Glowforge, and started an Etsy shop. As their business grew, they upgraded to a larger laser, the Mira 9. They currently have two lasers and a UV printer, and sell their products through multiple channels.Jaimee then shares her vision for the podcast. She ...

This episode centres around the art and importance of goal setting for your creative business, emphasising reflection on past achievements and understanding your future aspirations. Setting goals isn’t just for the start of the year. It's a flexible process that evolves with life's shifts and turns. Whether you’re planning for the coming year or the coming weeks, this episode offers a treasure trove of strategies and encouragement to transform your creative passion into a thriving busine...

In episode one of The Creative Hustle, Meghan Rodenhouse, VP of Marketing at Craft Express, introduces aspiring and experienced crafters to the fundamentals of launching a crafting business. Highlighting the booming personalized and handmade goods markets—valued at $28.01 billion and $678.24 billion respectively in recent years and projected to grow significantly by 2032—she emphasizes the lucrative opportunities for crafters to turn their passions into profitable ventures (sources: Marketsan...

Hello and welcome to the first episode of 2025! We’re so excited to be back with our podcast after a bit of a break. This time, we’re reflecting on the time we spent over Christmas with our family, catching up on the past few weeks at sisterMAG Patterns, and diving into all the things we’ve been working on for the new year. From finalizing the Woolen Walks collection to making some exciting changes at sisterMAG Magazine, we have so much to share with you. And of course, we talk about our favorite

Joel Bardall & Todd Von Joel pick up where they left off last year and this time look at the good, bad and ugly side of marketing and advertising your business. They invite marketing expert, Jon Mears to join them and give his accessment of what are the good, bad and ugly sides of marketing and habits Decorators have with regards to this

No episódio de hoje, o terceiro, vamos ao Mercado do Bolhão, no Porto, onde ainda hoje existe um amolador... facas, tesouras e outros objetos cortantes.André Fernandes está no mercado do Bolhão há mais de 20 anos, mas é considerado o mais jovem amolador do país. divulgar a sua cutelaria, assim como dar continuidade ao negócio de família, levando-o a percorrer o mundo. "Divulgar a sua cutelaria, assim como dar continuidade ao negócio de família" é o que o tem levando a percorrer o mundo como

Send us a textThe Power of the Not To-Do List in Creative EntrepreneurshipIn season five of Measure Twice, Cut Once, the focus shifts to the behind-the-scenes world of quilting and creative business building. I'll share personal experiences and strategies for turning a passion into a profession, emphasizing the importance of a 'not to-do list.' This approach prioritizes conscious decisions on what to avoid to maintain focus and achieve goals efficiently, without sacrificing joy. The episode c...

Text the Show! Welcome to the first yarn horoscope of the year! 🎉 This month, I’m using the Spellbound Doodle Deck by Pacific Knit Co.—a portable colorwork stitch dictionary full of whimsical motifs like cauldrons, spell books, and crystal balls! Each card holds a unique message to inspire your yarn-related craft this January. Whether you're a knitter, crocheter, spinner, or weaver, this reading will help you set the tone for your creative projects all month long. Grab your favorite

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Taking you along with me on our farm, introducing you to our lovely animals, and bringing you into our lives has been nothing but a pleasure. However, just as the seasons change, so do our priorities. While our farm, fiber, and furry friends will continue on, our special podcast is coming to a close. This episode is a look at how Greg and I came to the decision to say 'goodbye', and how we all can deal with our own personal seasons of change.Important Links: Connect Lisa and Greg on Instagram:

Handspun: a podcast all about handspinning yarn, processing wool, knitting, owning a wool mill, farm life and everything in between.Join Ewethful’s Patreon Communityhttps://www.patreon.com/EwethfulFiberMillTo join the Ravelry discussion for the spin to knit alonghttps://www.ravelry.com/discuss/ewethful-fiber-farm--mill/topics/4342433To ask me a questionhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdkoshX7grvAiOcNxwAlUqFskm-opVlE1h_L6jmdO-CvGX8kg/viewform?usp=sf_linkFree hand spinning resources - ...

Make your creative hopes a reality as you prepare for 2025 with this final episode of 2024. I'm sharing ideas for transforming scrapbooking aspirations into concrete plans, addressing common challenges scrapbookers face. From establishing regular workflows to tackling photo management and workspace organization, this short and sweet episode is packed with tips to help you find more satisfaction in your scrapbooking journey.Links MentionedSimple Scrapper MembershipCas Aarssen's Clutterbug syst...

Handspun: a podcast all about handspinning yarn, processing wool, knitting, owning a wool mill, farm life and everything in between.To join the Zoom spin along on December 31st head to the Ewethful patreon community and become a memberhttps://www.patreon.com/EwethfulFiberMillPattern suggestions mentioned Mittens: The World's Simplest Mittens by Tin Can KnitsPattern is available using Fingering, DK, Worsted or Chunky weight yarns!You'll need max 300 yardsKerchief: Ritual Kerchief by Caitlin Hu...

I preview Skelton Crew! Interviews with Jude Law and the rest of the cast #StarWars #SkeltonCrew