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On Craftcast.com, host Alison Lee takes you through the world of Crafting, from interviews, product reviews, and do it yourself tutorials. Craftcast.com is the only podcast where you can listen, learn, and create!

  1. 27 jun

    CRAFTCAST the Podcast #230

    craftcast. com Remember the feeling of the last day of school? The final bell rang, summer stretched out in front of you, and suddenly the world felt full of possibility. No schedules. No homework. Just endless days to ride your bike, build forts, make art, explore the woods, catch fireflies, or simply let your imagination lead the way. In this episode of CRAFTCAST ~ Where Soul Meets Craft, Alison and Patrik take a joyful trip back to those carefree summers and ask an important question: Where did that feeling go? Together they explore the freedom, curiosity, and creative play that came so naturally as kids—and how adulthood often replaces it with deadlines, responsibilities, and the pressure to always be productive. But what if that magical summer mindset isn't gone? What if it's simply waiting for an invitation? Join us as we reminisce about favorite summer memories, laugh about childhood adventures, and share simple ways to reclaim that sense of wonder, play, and possibility in our creative lives today. Whether you're an artist, maker, or simply someone longing to feel a little lighter, this conversation is your reminder that it's never too late to give yourself permission to wander, create, and rediscover the joy of an endless summer. Because sometimes the most creative thing we can do... is remember how to play.

  2. 30 mei

    CRAFTCAST the Podcast #229

    craftcast.com We all go through those times where we feel creatively exhausted. The ideas stop. Everything feels harder than it should be, and we start to convince ourselves we're failing because we're tired. We are good at being hard on ourselves. In this episode, Patrik and I talk honestly about burnout, losing your creative mojo, and why being hard on yourself usually makes everything worse. We share some of the things that help us get through those stuck periods, from giving ourselves permission to make bad art, to stepping away for a bit, to remembering that creativity doesn't completely disappear just because your energy does. Patrik also shares his thoughts on the difference between being creatively blocked and simply being burned out (which honestly explained a lot for me). If you've been feeling overwhelmed, uninspired, or guilty for not creating "enough," this episode is a good reminder that you're probably a lot more normal than you think. And hopefully by the end, you'll have laughed a bit and felt more like your creative self… and maybe even be ready to make something again.

  3. 2 mei

    CRAFTCAST the Podcast #228

    craftcast.com Me: Be honest. If I walked into your studio right now, would I see: A) a clear, inspiring workspace… or B) twelve half-finished projects, three mystery tools, and something sticky? Patrik: First of all, the sticky thing is probably important. LOL Me: Of course it is. LOL Patrik: Look, people, love to say they're "creatively stuck," but sometimes, you just can't find your pliers. Me: Never happened to me. LOL Patrik: I'm just saying, if your studio is fighting you, you're going to lose. Me: And if your studio is too clean, where's the personality? Patrik: Personality is not the same as chaos. Me: hmmm  I need your help That's how the idea for today's podcast started. Listen if you dare, but we promise lots of aha moments and LOL!

  4. 26 apr

    CRAFTCAST the Podcast #227

    Silver prices are up. Is your creativity up as well, or feeling the pinch?  craftcast.com In this episode, Patrik and I sit down with the smart and resourceful Pam East to talk about what's on every metal clay artist's mind right now and how to keep creating when silver clay feels like a luxury item. Pam shares clever, real-world ways to stretch your materials (without sacrificing design), smart substitutions you may not have considered, and how constraints can actually push your work in exciting new directions. We also dive into inspiration. Where does it actually come from, and how to find it when you feel tapped out. Sometimes the best ideas show up when things aren't going perfectly. If you've been side-eyeing your silver stash or waiting for a spark to hit, this episode is your pull to get back to the studio.

  5. 13 apr

    CRAFTCAST the Podcast #226

    What really goes on behind the scenes of the craft world? This week on CRAFTCAST, we're hanging out with Abby Glassenberg, co-founder and president of Craft Industry Alliance, and talking about the creative world from a whole different angle. Abby has her finger on the pulse of what makers are creating, teaching, selling, worrying about, and celebrating, so this conversation wanders into the real stuff like what's changing, what's surprising, what people in the craft world are quietly figuring out, and what still makes us laugh along the way. Expect honest insights, practical ideas, and plenty of lively conversation along the way.

  6. 6 apr

    CRAFTCAST the Podcast #225

    Creative block is rude. One minute you're full of ideas, the next you're staring at your worktable like it personally betrayed you. In this episode, Patrik Kusek and I share favorite quotes sent in by listeners. It's those lines people return to when creativity goes missing, confidence dips, or starting feels strangely difficult. Some quotes are brilliant. Some are comforting. Some sound simple until they hit exactly the right nerve. And of course, with Patrik involved, one quote quickly turns into stories, side roads, unexpected honesty, and quite a bit of laughter. If your inspiration has been hiding lately, this episode may coax it back out.

  7. 23 mrt

    CRAFTCAST the Podcast #224

    In this Craftcast podcast episode, Patrik and I are joined by CRAFTCAST instructors Mags Bonham and Wizz Stearne for a lively conversation about the quotes that inspire us, guide us, and sometimes make us laugh out loud. We shared favorite words and sayings that have sparked creativity, helped us through challenges, and stayed with us over the years, along with plenty of humor, laughter, and unexpected stories. A fun, thoughtful episode filled with creative sparks, friendship, and a few memorable lines you may want to borrow for yourself

  8. 14 mrt

    CRAFTCAST the Podcast #223

    craftcast.com Today I'm talking with Janine Vangool, founder and editor of Uppercase, a magazine that celebrates creativity in all its forms. We talk about building an independent print publication, curating inspiring content, supporting artists, and why print still matters in a scroll-happy world. Janine shares how UPPERCASE began, how it evolved into books, compendiums, and creative projects, and what she looks for when featuring artists and makers. It's thoughtful. It's honest. It's inspiring.

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On Craftcast.com, host Alison Lee takes you through the world of Crafting, from interviews, product reviews, and do it yourself tutorials. Craftcast.com is the only podcast where you can listen, learn, and create!

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    Alison Lee
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    2006 - 2026
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    50
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    © craftcast productions LLC
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