A podcast about scrapbooking, stamping, cardmaking, die cutting and papercrafting in general. Listen to interviews with designers and creatives who help empower beautiful, meaningful handmade creation. Get behind the scenes looks at the product creation process and other fun handmade topics!
On this episode of the Life Handmade Podcast, we are joined by Marie Heiderscheit, of Marie Nicole Designs! Hear Marie explain how finding creative outlets allowed her to process her emotions and work through the grief of losing her son. Marie also shares helpful insights to stretch your supplies and offers advice for crafting with your kids!
Find the show notes to this episode here: https://www.scrapbook.com/articles/podcast-marie-nicole-designs
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we are joined by Meghann Andrew! Meghann shares 3 key aspects of a layout to create the perfect page! She also breaks down her creative process and explains how she is able to find time for crafting while navigating a busy life!
You can find the show notes to this episode here: https://www.scrapbook.com/articles/podcast-meghann-andrew
On this episode of the Life Handmade Podcast, we are joined by Victoria Calvin of Victoria Marie Designs! Victoria is here to give you an ultimate beginner's guide to scrapbooking! Listen in as Victoria shares advice she received and how you can apply it to your crafting journey! You’ll also hear her express the importance of getting involved with the crafting community and keeping your inspirational momentum going!
You can find the show notes to this episode here: https://www.scrapbook.com/articles/podcast-victoria-calvin
On this episode of the Life Handmade Podcast, we are joined by the talented Jamie Pate! Jamie shares how important it is to tell your story and document your life. With Jamie’s advice, you will feel inspired and ready to take on your next cardmaking, scrapbooking, or other paper crafting project!
You can find the show notes for this episode here: https://www.scrapbook.com/articles/podcast-jamie-pate
On this episode of the Life Handmade Podcast, we are joined by the storage and organization guru and founder of Totally Tiffany, Tiffany Spaulding! Listen in as Tiffany shares her organization tips for getting your crafty supplies organized so that you can spend more time doing what you love, crafting! Tiffany’s advice can go well past your craft supplies and these principles can be used to organize your entire home! After this episode, you’ll feel motivated and inspired to tackle any space that needs organizing!
Find the show notes to this episode here: https://www.scrapbook.com/articles/podcast-totally-tiffany
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we are joined once again by Chari Pack of Persnickety Prints! Chari shares helpful tips and answers the most popular questions she receives when it comes to mobile photography! Listen as she shares apps, editing, sizing recommendations, and so much more to help you get the best prints for your projects!
You can find the show notes to this episode here: https://www.scrapbook.com/articles/replay-mobile-photography
On this episode of the Life Handmade Podcast, we speak with Obed Marshall! Obed is one of American Crafts newest designers and their first to create a bilingual line! Listen in as Obed shares the inspiration behind his collections, “Buenos Dias!” and “Fantastico!” Be sure to listen until the very end because you don't want to miss Obed's tips for creating mini albums!
Find the show notes to this episode here: https://www.scrapbook.com/articles/podcast-obed-marshall
On this episode of the Life Handmade Podcast, we share which products are on the top of crafter’s wishlists this year! Join us as we chat (and demonstrate!) about the items featured in the Scrapbook.com 2021 Gift Guide! You are sure to find something to get for your crafty friend or add something to your own wishlist!
To see the show notes to this episode, visit: https://www.scrapbook.com/articles/podcast-2021-gifts
On this episode of the Life Handmade Podcast, we speak with the founder of Heffy Doodle, Lesley Oman! Listen in as Lesley shares what motivated her to ultimately start her own craft company. Hear her share her tips for creating when you are feeling overwhelmed and the importance of sharing your projects!
You can find the show notes to this episode here!
On this episode of the Life Handmade Podcast, we are discussing card making tips! Jeff Lindberg joins us as we dive into the techniques that some of our crafty friends have shared with us! All of the talented card makers featured in this episode are instructors in our free class, 10 Designers Create 10 Cards for Kindness™! You can find more tips, tricks, and techniques in this class!
You can find the show notes on this podcast episode's page here!
Podcast image by Jamie Pate
On this momentous episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we celebrate 50 episodes! Our hosts, Jessica and Stephanie, along with Jeff Lindberg, look back on our previous episodes and share some of their favorite moments!
You can find the show notes for this episode on Scrapbook.com here!
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we speak with Carissa Wiley! Carissa shares her genius ink blending tricks and her recipe for creating ink blending magic! With the information Carissa shares, you can take your ink blending to the next level!
You can find the show notes to this episode here!
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we are chatting with Ron Tyson, founder of Bring Smiles to Seniors! Listen in as Ron shares what inspired him to start a charity organization that gets handmade cards to senior citizens! Hear him detail the “power of paper” and the way the cards donated impact everyone in the process!
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we speak with the founder of Scrapbook & Cards Today, Catherine Tachdjian! Listen in as Catherine describes the behind-the-scenes of what went into starting her magazine! Hear her share how it has grown into a place that educates and brings crafters together!
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On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we are taking a peek at some of this year's Christmas and holiday collections from some of your favorite brands! It may be hot out, but these new Christmas and holiday collections are even hotter! You can get a head start on your Christmas cards and projects with these new products!
See the show notes on this episode's page!
Project featured in podcast graphic by Mona Toth
On this episode of the Life Handmade Podcast we chat with Heba Alsibai! Heba shares the details of her crafting journey and advice on documenting the smallest moments. Hear her explain the importance of finding your own style and how it can inspire others!
To see the show notes, visit this episode's page here!
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we are joined by Scrapbook.com family member, Zelda Cogill! Zelda shares how crafting was a refuge as she left her native South Africa and settled into her new home in the United States, and how connecting with a community of crafters helped her as she entered a new phase of life.
This episode was recorded in 2019.
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we are joined once again by Chari Pack of Persnickety Prints! Chari shares helpful tips and answers the most popular questions she receives when it comes to mobile photography! Listen as she shares apps, editing, sizing recommendations, and so much more to help you get the best prints for your projects!
To see the show notes, visit this episode's podcast page.
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we are sharing everything you need to know about adhesives! Adhesive is the one craft supply that is essential to every type of papercrafting and Melissa explains which one will work best for your projects and gives you tips, tricks, and advice that you’ll want to stick by!
To find all of the items discussed in this episode, visit this episode's podcast page!
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we speak with Ryan Swift of Glitter Grunge Greetings! Ryan shares how his mother’s intuition led him to cardmaking and the role it has played in his journey to sobriety. Listen to Ryan’s advice when it comes to mixed media, selecting products, and pursuing the things you are passionate about!
To view the items discussed in this episode, head over to this episode's podcast page!
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we speak with Scrapbook.com colleagues Melissa and Laura! They share how documenting their memories changed over the years as their children grew older. Listen in as they share their tips to simplifying scrapbooking and the importance of documenting their own lives and telling your stories.
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we speak with Jeff Lindberg! Jeff shares how a global pandemic led to a personal evolution in the crafting world. Hear him share the importance of being a “connector,” spotlighting men in the crafting community, and leading the way to show #dudescrafttoo!
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we are showcasing new products for 2021! From the latest collections, trends, and tools these products have received a lot of buzz and we are so excited about them we just had to share them with you!
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we are sharing how easy foiling can be and how you can get started! Our crafting expert Melissa breaks down the different types of foiling, what is required, and ways you can add a shimmery touch to your projects!
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we are speaking with Dana Joy and Pocono Pam! These two crafty friends share how they formed their friendship over the Internet and crafting! Hear them speak of the importance of representation, creating a pathway to inclusion, and making sure all are embraced in the crafting community!
On this episode of Life Handmade, we are chatting about all things die-cutting! We share the difference in machines, what products are needed, and how you can get started die-cutting! Join Stephanie and Melissa as they respond to some of our most frequently asked questions about die cutting.
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we chat with two crafty friends, Vicki Boutin and Layle Koncar! Listen in as they describe how to maintain a long-distance friendship and how they have found new ways to connect with others all over the world!
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we explore all the fun ways to get organized, display your supplies, and find exactly what you need. Hear about customer favorite storage solutions that fit any budget and craft room size, and even how to store top products like scrapbook paper, stencils, stamps, metal dies, tools, and more. Figure out the best possible craft storage solution for YOU.
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we are joined by Ranger Ink designer Simon Hurley! Simon shares how began his crafting career and the part that Scrapbook.com played! Hear him speak about why it was important to not follow the crowd, but instead, follow his passion!
On this episode of the Life Handmade Podcast, we are sharing our tips and tricks for cleaning your craft supplies! Hear our hacks to keep your products in clean and beautiful condition!
On today’s special episode of Life Handmade, we speak with Chari Pack, the founder of Persnickety Prints. Listen as she explains the reason why scrapbooks and photo albums are better than printed photo books and why it’s so important to print your pictures and memories. You’ll also hear some brilliant insights about why even the tough times should be included in your memorykeeping albums or journals. Then get some insider info on what makes Persnickety Prints different from all other photo printing services for creating archival quality photos in dozens of different sizes to suit every single project.
On this episode of the Life Handmade Podcast, we hear from our Scrapbook.com family as they share their most meaningful handmade holiday traditions! Listen in as they share the different ways they create with their hands and how it has formed special memories they cherish!
On this episode of the Life Handmade Podcast, we are discussing items featured in our 2020 Holiday Gift Guide! If you aren’t sure what to get the crafty person in your life, or if you don’t know what craft supplies to ask for, we have those answers!
You can find every episode of Life Handmade here!
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we are sharing our ideas on documenting December. Listen in as we share how documenting the smallest moments can help us reflect on holidays past and create incredible keepsakes for our future generations.
Today on the Life Handmade: At Home Edition, we speak with Alicia Harrison. Alicia is a creative leader who loves to try new things while encouraging others to do the same. Listen in as Alicia shares the importance of letting your creativity shine despite the fear and her belief that crafting is a space where all are welcome.
On this episode of the Life Handmade At Home Edition, we chat with Kelly Klapstein, creator of Kelly Creates. Kelly shares her thoughts on how handmade crafts leave a lasting legacy and also encourages us to take risks in all aspects of our lives.
You can find every episode of Life Handmade here!
On this episode of the Life Handmade Podcast, we chat remotely with Tazhiana Gordon. Listen in as Tazhiana describes how scrapbooking is a form of self-love and how we may all benefit from a creative outlet.
You can find every episode of Life Handmade here!
On this episode of the Life Handmade podcast, we chat remotely with Becca Feeken, a Licensed Designer with Spellbinders. Hear how a little encouragement helped her experience a resurgence during a long journey in faith through grief, leading Becca to a new creative path. Listen in as Becca shares how the crafting community held her up in difficult times and how crafting has acted as a beautiful lifeline.
You can find every episode of Life Handmade here!
Please note, this episode contains tender topics. On this episode of Life Handmade: At Home Edition, we chat with crafting maven Amy Tan, better known as Amy Tangerine. Listen to Amy share her experiences from her creative, professional, and personal paths, including infertility and pregnancy. Hear Amy explain what differentiates balance and harmony and the importance of giving yourself permission to nurture yourself.
You can find every episode of Life Handmade here!
On this episode of the Life Handmade: At Home Edition we speak with a Bible journaling pioneer and creator of Illustrated Faith, Shanna Noel. Listen in as Shanna discusses how documenting milestones helps us reflect on our past experiences. Shanna shares the importance of finding your creative “why” and how it propels us forward.
You can find every episode of Life Handmade here!
Today on Life Handmade: At Home Edition, we speak remotely with our friend, Frank Garcia, a signature designer for Prima Marketing. Listen in as Frank describes his creative childhood and how he learned to embrace his unique style that made him who he is today. Hear him detail how he got into the crafting community, landed his dream job, and how the things he loves inspire his collections. Learn from Frank the importance of incorporating your own style and vision into each of your projects.
You can find every episode of Life Handmade here!
Today on Life Handmade: At Home Edition, we speak with the stylishly inspiring Alex Evjen of AVE Styles. As an influential fashion and lifestyle blogger, Alex speaks about the importance of establishing a calm, comfortable personal style in your home and yourself that reflects the true you. Hear about her journey to rediscover a genuinely authentic sense of style after going through a divorce and how listening to the advice and experiences of others helped her emerge stronger on the other side.
You can find every episode of Life Handmade here!
Please note: This episode contains tender topics. On today’s special episode of Life Handmade: At Home Edition, we speak with Stephanie Smokovich: graphic designer, crayon lover, and the owner and creative mind behind Bella Blvd. Hear Stephanie discuss being diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2018 and how handmade cards and gifts lifted her up during a difficult time. Listen in as Stephanie provides insightful advice on showing up for your loved ones going through hard times and why it’s important to keep kindness moving through the community by paying it forward.
You can find every episode of Life Handmade here!
On today’s special episode of Life Handmade: At Home Edition, we speak with Sam and Liz of The Pretty Life Girls. These bright and cheerful sisters are the daily inspiration for thousands of followers of their popular blog that is chock full of kids’ craft projects, easy original recipes, DIY for days, and party planning like a pro. Hear about some of the simplest ways to keep kids at home entertained and even some fun favorites and current crafty obsessions of these wonderfully creative women.
You can find every episode of Life Handmade here!
Please note, this episode contains tender topics. On today’s episode of Life Handmade: At Home Edition, we listen in as Scrapbook.com colleagues detail some truly meaningful stories submitted by our inspirational community of crafters. Hear about all the ways crafting has positively impacted their lives and helped them through tough times to find strength, focus, calm, self love, and meaning. To creative individuals everywhere, crafting is more than a project or a hobby, it’s a healing gift that has the power to change lives.
You can find every episode of Life Handmade here!
On today’s special episode of Life Handmade: At Home Edition, we speak with Chari Pack, the founder of Persnickety Prints. Listen as she explains the reason why scrapbooks and photo albums are better than printed photo books and why it’s so important to print your pictures and memories. You’ll also hear some brilliant insights about why even the tough times should be included in your memorykeeping albums or journals. Then get some insider info on what makes Persnickety Prints different from all other photo printing services for creating archival quality photos in dozens of different sizes to suit every single project.
Please note, this episode contains tender topics. Today on a special episode of Life Handmade: At Home Edition, we talk to Lea Lawson, Marketing Director of Pinkfresh Studio, to discuss the tough topics of infertility, child loss, and the stages of grief. Hear her detail how she found meaningful moments in her life and offers advice to others going through or supporting those experiencing the grieving process. She also discusses her favorite products from Pinkfresh Studio that help her be creative and some of their newest on-trend collections. Listen to the beautiful and inspiring work she’s doing with Layton’s Legacy to honor, support, and foster awareness for parents with NICU babies and how she has learned to embrace serenity while facing life’s challenges.
Today on a special episode of Life Handmade: At Home Edition, we sit down with crafter, instructor, and author Ali Edwards. Join us for a trip down memory lane, all the way back to her roots of memory keeping with the birth of her son in 2002. Get some need-to-know advice about choosing which stories to tell and when, and the importance of the deep-dive details in everyday moments. You'll also hear about embracing life’s imperfections to live a full life and how Ali has found time to celebrate small moments amidst divorce, new love, and raising her autistic son.
In our newest episode of Life Handmade: At-Home Edition, we explore all the fun ways to get organized, display your supplies, and find exactly what you need. Hear about customer favorite storage solutions that fit any budget and craft room size, and even how to store top products like scrapbook paper, stencils, stamps, metal dies, tools, and more. Figure out the best possible craft storage solution for YOU.
In today’s special episode of Life Handmade: At-Home Edition, we discuss how you can get involved with our Cards For Kindness initiative while staying home and staying inspired. Discover new ways to celebrate the small things in life and enjoy time with yourself and your family. We also dive into dozens of fun, crafty resources that Scrapbook.com offers to begin your creative journey or continue crafting through the tough times.
Today on Life Handmade, we sit down with the profoundly inspiring Catherine Pooler from Catherine Pooler Designs. Hear how Catherine’s business evolved from a one-woman-show with an early crafty YouTube channel to a talented 8-person company that designs classic, trendy products inspired by fun, community, and friendship. Also, learn about her struggles to break free from unhealthy relationships and toxic negativity to form new confidence-building friendships with craft community members all over the world.
In this episode of Life Handmade, we sit down with vibrant artist and designer Dyan Reaveley. Hear about her childhood filled with basic crayons and walls full of magazine clippings and later how an unfortunate accident left her struggling as a young mother of 4. It was many years before she discovered her “accidental career” in teaching art and creativity, where she also began learning about and discussing mental illness. In this inspiring interview, Dyan relays the importance of moving past the fear of failing at art and the best ways she’s uncovered to foster improved mental health in herself.
Today on Life Handmade, we explore the story of surgery nurse manager turned retiree turned product designer, Wendy Vecchi. In this fun interview, we hear about Wendy’s passion for home life and how she used the support of her loving husband and the encouragement of popular brands to emerge from retirement and produce a product line that is beloved by crafters everywhere. Hear her best advice for discovering your own personal creative style to define your artwork and also avoid amassing supplies you’ll never use in your crafting.
In this episode of Life Handmade, we have an in-depth conversation with the talented Shimelle Laine from American Crafts. Learn about the struggles she faced in discovering her personal voice and style while emerging as a unique scrapbooker in the creative community. You’ll listen in on some amusing anecdotes about the inspiration for her earliest collections through her newest release and also get some much-needed advice if you struggle to find time to scrapbook in day to day life.
In this episode of Life Handmade, we dive deep into the creative and eclectic mind of Vicki Boutin! Listen in for some artistic advice you need to hear about where and how to start your foray into mixed media, the importance of making mistakes, and how to “kit” your own supplies to get the most out of them. You’ll also learn about the staple products she can’t live without and where to find the best inspiration and ideas in your artistic journey.
On this episode of Life Handmade, we sit down to tackle some tough subjects with the inspirational Jen Hadfield (aka "Tater Tots and Jello). She discusses depression, divorce, and anxiety and how they impacted her creativity. Learn how Jen discovered journaling as a beneficial outlet on her road to creative success and what inspires her to create some of your absolute favorite collections for Pebbles.
In this episode, we sit down with the talented Layle Koncar to discuss forming meaningful connections in the crafting community and pursuing scrapbooking as a full time job. Hear about Layle’s personal journey and get key advice for healthy work/life balance, relationship building, and professional growth in the creative industry. Learn how she prioritizes creative time in her personal life.
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IMPORTANT: See All of the Products (including photographs) in our Creativation ReCap blog post here: https://www.scrapbook.com/articles/creativation-2020
On today’s episode of Life Handmade, we discuss the hottest trends and latest products released at Creativation, America’s largest annual trade show for the Creative Industry. From hot new trends, to brand new machines, tools, and our favorite paper lines, tune-in to learn all about this year’s must-have craft supplies.
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In this episode of Life Handmade, Paige Evans stops by to talk about her humble beginnings in the creative industry all the way to today as a successful designer for Pink Paislee. Learn about the surprising inspiration she finds in her older layouts and projects, and the reason why you should always hold onto your old supplies. Discover the happiness and inspiration found in her newest collection, Bloom Street, and the one crafting supply she simply can’t live without.
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Please note, this episode contains tender topics. We welcome the amazing Heidi Swapp on this episode. Heidi is a wonderful friend to many of us here at Scrapbook.com and an inspiration to crafters all over the world. Heidi talks about the importance of scrapbooking, journaling, and picture-taking and she shares some inspiring stories and examples of how scrapbooking and journaling has led to some meaningful, bonding experiences with her children and other loved-ones.
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We’re thrilled to launch the Scrapbook.com Official Podcast: Life Handmade. In this episode we give you a quick introduction to the podcast explain what you can expect to hear in upcoming episodes.
Life Handmade is a podcast all about creativity, papercrafting, and living a life handmade. Enjoy episodes about what’s new and hot in the crafting industry, ways to stay inspired, and interviews from your favorite papercrafting designers like Heidi Swapp, Dyan Reaveley, and more. Our mission is to empower beautiful, meaningful, handmade creation. Listen wherever you listen to podcasts.
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