Natalie Keller Pariano of Natterdoodle is a ray of creative sunshine springing positivity confetti everywhere she goes. Natalie is a colorful, quirky and socially conscious lettering artist living in Columbus, Ohio. Natalie not only has a brick and motor store store where she hosts workshops she also travels around the country teaching workshops. In this episode of Creative Queso we talk about what happens when your hobby becomes your jobby, best practices for teaching workshops and we even get into the Corona virus. Find Out More About Natalie Keller Pariano Website https://natterdoodle.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/natterdoodles/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/natterdoodle/ Shop https://natterdoodle.com/collections/all Society 6 https://society6.com/natterdoodle HOST: Jennifer Perkins Website http://creativequeso.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creativequeso/ Newsletter http://eepurl.com/dfZYQ9 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/creativequeso/ PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett https://www.myrriahgossett.com MUSIC: Chris Boehk https://chrisboehk.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tiffany Threadgould the GVP of Design and Engineering at TerraCycle, Inc & Loop Global stops by to talk about crafting, recycling and how to join those two in more than just your average up-cycled project. You might know Terracycle as a company that turns old diapers and cigarette butts into park benches. Did you know they can recycle glue stick tubes, spent markers and party balloons too? Loop is another exciting endeavor from Terracycle where currently you can get your Pantene shampoo, Clorox wipes and countless other brands sent to you in a reusable container. When you are done you send the container in, they fill it up and send it back. Imagine if we could do that with craft paint bottles! It might be happening sooner than you think. Find Out More About Tiffany Threadgould and Terracycle https://www.terracycle.com/en-US/ https://www.tiffanythreadgould.com https://www.loopstore.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tiffanythread/ https://www.instagram.com/terracycle/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TerraCycle/ HOST: Jennifer Perkins Website http://creativequeso.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creativequeso/ Newsletter http://eepurl.com/dfZYQ9 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/creativequeso/ PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett https://www.myrriahgossett.com MUSIC: Chris Boehk https://chrisboehk.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Crafty Ass Female, raise your hand if this describes you? Today I am talking all things podcasting with Kristin Tweedale of The Awesome Ladies Project and writer/designer Amanda Zampelli. Together these two ladies host their own fabulous podcast called Crafty Ass Female. After a bit of a hiatus I thought discussing the topic of podcasting with some fellow crafters was the perfect way to kick off the new season of Creative Queso. How to deal with burnout, preparing guests for an interview, will podcasting make you rich? All of your hot burning questions are answered right here! Find Out More About Amanda, Kristin and Crafty Ass Female Website https://www.craftyassfemale.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/craftyassfemale/ Podcast https://www.craftyassfemale.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/craftyassfemale/ Kristin Tweedale Website https://theawesomeladiesproject.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rukristin/ Amanda Zampelli Website https://www.amandazampelli.com/blog/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/amandarosezamp/ HOST: Jennifer Perkins Website http://creativequeso.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creativequeso/ Newsletter http://eepurl.com/dfZYQ9 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/creativequeso/ PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett https://www.myrriahgossett.com MUSIC: Chris Boehk https://chrisboehk.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stacey Martin is an Austin based tattoo artist known the world over for her celebrity themed kewpie dolls. In this episode host Jennifer Perkins and Stacey talk don't just talk about tattoos but get into all things art licensing, contracts, product design and more. Stacey has managed to parlay her career as a tattoo artist into a successful Etsy shop owner as well as an illustrator for companies like Sour Puss Clothing. You can find her artwork not only tattooed on hundreds of people but also on enamel pins, purses, fabric and patches. Find Out More About Stacey Martin Website http://www.staceymartin.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/staceymartintattoos/ Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/staceymartintattoos Society 6 https://society6.com/staceymartintattoos HOST: Jennifer Perkins Website http://creativequeso.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creativequeso/ Newsletter http://eepurl.com/dfZYQ9 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/creativequeso/ PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett https://www.myrriahgossett.com MUSIC: Chris Boehk https://chrisboehk.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rebroadcast: Vickie Howell author of the brand new book The Knit Vibe stops by the Creative Queso podcast. Vickie is knitwear designer, author of countless yarntastic books, host of the Craft.ish podcast, boss babe in charge of the Yarn Yay subscription box service, host of The Knit Show on YouTube and the longest running craft themed Facebook Live show Ask Me Monday. Vickie Howell, like most of us in the creative industry wears a lot of hats, or shall I say knit beanies, and she wears them well. Host: Jennifer Perkins http://creativequeso.com http://jenniferperkins.com Guest: Vickie Howell https://vickiehowell.com Craft.ish Podcast https://vickiehowell.com/craftish/ Yarn Yay! https://www.yarnyay.com The Knit Show https://theknitshow.com PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett MUSIC: Chris Boehk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gala Darling discovered tapping in her 20’s and from there her love of and interest in personal development grew and blossomed. Gala started as a blogger and fashion influencer, but has now become a best selling author with her book "Radical Self Love", a motivational speaker, YouTube host, and more. Her message is always about how to keep your vibration high and be the best boss babe you can be. Creative business owners will love all the concepts in this episode about overcoming imposter syndrome, online classes, paid subscription sites, plus tons of motivation. Find Out More About Gala Darling Website https://galadarling.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/galadarling/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/galadarling Radical Self Love Book https://galadarling.com/book/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/xogaladarling HOST: Jennifer Perkins Website http://creativequeso.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creativequeso/ Newsletter http://eepurl.com/dfZYQ9 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/creativequeso/ PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett https://www.myrriahgossett.com MUSIC: Chris Boehk https://chrisboehk.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jennifer Sodini of Evolve and Ascend stops by the Creative Queso podcast to discuss the business of being a conscious media entrepreneur and her new Amenti Oracle Deck. Listen in as we talk about ways artists, crafters and creative business owners can use the deck to help break through creative block or as a prompt for inspiration. We also touch on why there has been a recent rise in popularity for things like crystals, oracle decks and spirituality. Find Out More About Jennifer Sodini Website http://www.evolveandascend.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evolveandascend/ & https://www.instagram.com/jennifersodini/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/evolveandascend/ HOST: Jennifer Perkins Website http://creativequeso.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creativequeso/ Newsletter http://eepurl.com/dfZYQ9 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/creativequeso/ PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett https://www.myrriahgossett.com MUSIC: Chris Boehk https://chrisboehk.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You might have noticed that enamel pins are having a bit of a moment. Austin, Texas based illustrator Beckly Helms of The Pink Samurai is here to help you keep your pin game strong. Yup, today’s episode of the Creative Queso podcast is for aspiring, as well as, established pin makers. Becky talks about enamel pins manufacturing, and promoting but we also go deep into Instagram and how to use the platform to sell all those enamel pins! Find Out More About Becky Helms and The Pink Samurai Website https://thepinksamurai.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thepinksamurai Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThePinkSamurai/ Enamel Pins 101 https://enamelpins101.com/creativequeso HOST: Jennifer Perkins Website http://creativequeso.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creativequeso/ Newsletter http://eepurl.com/dfZYQ9 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/creativequeso/ PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett https://www.myrriahgossett.com MUSIC: Chris Boehk https://chrisboehk.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever dreamed of being a New York Times Best Selling author? Well, today's Creative Queso Podcast guest Natalie Lloyd did just that and more. Not just the New York Times, a "Snicker of Magic" has won praise from Amazon, NPR, Parents Magazine and most recently has been optioned by Sony Tri-Star for television. All of Natalie's books: "The Key to the Extraordinary", "Over the Moon" and her series "The Problim Children" are that special type of young adult fiction novel that adults enjoy just as much as the kids. As much as my 10 year old daughter would have loved to conduct this entire interview asking Natalie all about the nuances of her books, this interview is for those of you who are still dreaming about writing your own book. Find Out More About Natalie Lloyd Website https://natalielloyd.com Amazon https://amzn.to/34bbUxw Instagram https://www.instagram.com/katiekortmanart/ Facebook https://facebook.com/NatalieLloydAuthor Twitter https://twitter.com/_natalielloyd HOST: Jennifer Perkins Website http://creativequeso.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creativequeso/ Newsletter http://eepurl.com/dfZYQ9 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/creativequeso/ PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett https://www.myrriahgossett.com MUSIC: Chris Boehk https://chrisboehk.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Katie Kortman made a commitment to start sewing her own clothes, she decided to put her art degree to good use and go ahead and make her own fabric as well. Fast forward to Katie having a successful Spoonflower store after wining an online sewing contest and teaching herself how to create a repeat pattern. When Katie is not sewing she is creating a bit of a dance movement for the seamsters of Instagram with #thehandmadehustle Find Out More About Katie Kortman Website https://katiekortman.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/katiekortmanart/ Spoonflower https://www.spoonflower.com/profiles/katiekortman HOST: Jennifer Perkins Website http://creativequeso.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creativequeso/ Newsletter http://eepurl.com/dfZYQ9 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/creativequeso/ PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett https://www.myrriahgossett.com MUSIC: Chris Boehk https://chrisboehk.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shelly Kim of Letters by Shells got her start as many of us do working on a side hustle passion while balancing a day job. Shelly’s adventure began because she wanted to decorate her cubicle with positive affirmations. Almost 300,000 Instagram followers and a new book called Digital Hand Lettering and Modern Calligraphy later, it’s safe to say she is doing something more than just lettering right. Find Out More About Shelly Kim Website https://www.lettersbyshells.com Instagram https://www.lettersbyshells.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lettersbyshells/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFZIBRFI0pdwW33E-qSpgmA Amazon https://www.amazon.com/shop/jenniferperkins HOST: Jennifer Perkins Website http://creativequeso.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creativequeso/ Newsletter http://eepurl.com/dfZYQ9 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/creativequeso/ PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett https://www.myrriahgossett.com MUSIC: Chris Boehk https://chrisboehk.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ashland Viscosi of Austin’s Creatives Meet Business Experience stops by the Creative Queso podcast to talk about all the ins and out of event planning. Ashland has worked behind the scenes for the Austin Film Festival and the ATX Television festival - so she knows a thing or two about the nuances of working with sponsors, realistic expectations of timelines, and the nitty gritty of things a host needs to think about before during and after and event. Whether you are hosting an open mic, book signing or pop up - event planners of all types need to hear this episode. Find Out More About Ashland Viscosi Website http://www.creativesmeetbusiness.com Creatives Meet Business Experience http://bit.ly/CMBXP19 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/createmeetbiz/ Creatives Meet Business Podcast http://apple.com/1saxb6w HOST: Jennifer Perkins Website http://creativequeso.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creativequeso/ Newsletter http://eepurl.com/dfZYQ9 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/creativequeso/ PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett https://www.myrriahgossett.com MUSIC: Chris Boehk https://chrisboehk.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grace Chon, pet photographer to the stars by day, and host of the Creativity School Podcast by night, stops by the Creative Queso podcast. Grace and Jen do a deep dive into inner work, burn out, leaps of faith in your career and more. Whether you are a photographer, knitter, influencer or podcaster there is something for you in this episode about the business of being creative and the creativity behind running a business. Find Out More About Grace Chon Website https://www.gracechon.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thegracechon/ Creativity School Podcast https://www.creativityschoolpodcast.com HOST: Jennifer Perkins Website http://creativequeso.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creativequeso/ Newsletter http://eepurl.com/dfZYQ9 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/creativequeso/ PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett https://www.myrriahgossett.com MUSIC: Chris Boehk https://chrisboehk.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It seemed only natural for husband and wife side hustlers Elena Flores of Sew Bonita and Gerald Flores of Taco Gear to combine forces and start a podcast called Sew Taco. Each episode is a perfect combination of craft chat, inspiration and businesses advice. Listen in to hear us talk about the reason local is so important to them, why they built their businesses around their heritage and culture and how I think I might be their long lost sibling. Find Out More About Sew Taco Elena Flores and Sew Bonita https://sewbonita.com Gerald Flores and Taco Gear https://www.tacogear.com Sew Taco Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sew-taco/id1393039261?mt=2 HOST: Jennifer Perkins Website http://creativequeso.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creativequeso/ Newsletter http://eepurl.com/dfZYQ9 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/creativequeso/ PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett https://www.myrriahgossett.com MUSIC: Chris Boehk https://chrisboehk.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If there was such a thing as a rock star of the craft world, Mark Montano would be my vote. Mark started as a fashion designer, transitioned into television, and has landed firmly in the DIY world where he uses ALL the skills. He has authored several books including his Big Ass Book series. Each week there is a new how-to video on his YouTube channel "Make Your Mark". After a dinner with Mark and our fabulous conversation about the business of being creative and the creativity behind running a business, I knew I had to get him on the Creative Queso podcast. Find Out More About Mark Montano Website http://www.markmontano.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/themarkmontano/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/MakeYourMarkMontano Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MarkMontanoNYC/ HOST: Jennifer Perkins Website http://creativequeso.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creativequeso/ Newsletter http://eepurl.com/dfZYQ9 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/creativequeso/ PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett https://www.myrriahgossett.com MUSIC: Chris Boehk https://chrisboehk.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Life is Better When you Do It Yourself is the motto of NYC based creative A.V. Perkins. Her website and social is called A.V. Does What but it might be better described as what doesn’t A.V. Do. She teaches everything from glass etching to wood burning. She was also the winner of her episode of Flea Market Flip and created a card game about hip hop trivia. I told you she does everything! Find Out More About A.V. Does What Website https://avdoeswhat.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/avdoeswhat YouTube http://youtube.com/avdoeswhat Facebook http://facebook.com/avdoeswhat HOST: Jennifer Perkins Website http://creativequeso.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creativequeso/ Newsletter http://eepurl.com/dfZYQ9 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/creativequeso/ PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett https://www.myrriahgossett.com MUSIC: Chris Boehk https://chrisboehk.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Artist Alisa Burke and host Jennifer Perkins discuss living the life of a full time artist on this week’s episode of the Creative Queso Podcast. Alisa like most artists has multiple streams of income, with everything from retreats to coloring books, but her primary source of income is from the over 90 online classes that she offers. Alisa is a prolific artist with murals, mandala covered rocks, and mixed media work, but she also has an amazing mind for business. Find Out More About Alisa Burke Alisa Burke http://alisaburke.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alisakburke You Tube https://www.youtube.com/user/mealisab/videos Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/alisaburke/ HOST: Jennifer Perkins http://creativequeso.com Instagram @creativequeso PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett MUSIC: Chris Boehk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jenny Hart of Sublime Stitching and host Jennifer Perkins wax poetic about their days in the Austin Craft Mafia on today’s episode of the Creative Queso podcast. More than just a trip down memory lane the women discuss brand collaborations, art licensing and conscious decisions about not scaling your business. Jenny Hart has single handedly revived the world of embroidery with her own designs as well as those of Gemma Correll, Tuesday Bassen, Mary Blair and many others. Find Out More About Jenny Hart and Sublime Stitching Sublime Stitching https://sublimestitching.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sublimestitching HOST: Jennifer Perkins http://creativequeso.com Instagram @creativequeso PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett MUSIC: Chris Boehk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s Creative Queso Podcast guest Emily Thompson has a lot of hustler stars in her chart. Emily is most famously known as one of the hosts of the hugely successful Being Boss podcast, which now has books, getaways and online classes to offer. As of late Emily’s passion really lies on her beliefs of creating a work life flow in harmony with the seasons. She is even presenting a Ted Talk about the topic. Listen in as host Jennifer Perkins chats with Emily about her store Almanac Supply Company, scaling businesses, mastermind groups and of course podcasting life. Find Out More About Emily Thompson Almanac Supply Company https://almanacsupplyco.com Being Boss https://beingboss.club Indie Shopography http://www.indieshopography.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/emilym_thompson/ Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/being-boss-mindset-habits-tactics-lifestyle-for-creative/id956310359 HOST: Jennifer Perkins http://creativequeso.com http://jenniferperkins.com Instagram @creativequeso and @jenniferperkins PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett MUSIC: Chris Boehk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Illustrator, author and teacher Andrea Pippins stops by the Creative Queso podcast to talk with host Jennifer Perkins. The ladies discuss the importance of a community impact not just on your career but also your creativity. Andrea has worked for Hallmark, Lenny Letter, Oprah’s O Magazine and countless others, including her own books: "We Inspire Me", the "I Love My Hair Coloring Book" and "Becoming Me". This episode shares the importance and impact of setting intentions, career pivots and money mantras. All of this, plus, the business of being creative and the creativity behind running a business. Find out more about Andrea Pippins Website http://www.andreapippins.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/andreapippins HOST: Jennifer Perkins http://creativequeso.com http://jenniferperkins.com PRODUCER: Myrriah Gossett MUSIC: Chris Boehk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.