The Creative JuggleJoy Podcast: From Passion to Profit

 In this Creative Juggle Joy episode, I chat with watercolor artist and teacher Teresa of Beala Designs about how drawing on her daughter’s lunch napkins grew into a daily creative practice, Spoonflower contest success, and a calm, supportive YouTube channel. We also talk about balancing caregiving, life changes, and big creative goals without burning out.

 In this reflective post, Delores shares her key takeaways from Kaylie’s solo Creative Juggle Joy episode all about navigating the holiday rush. Learn how ethical urgency, healthy boundaries, and practical systems can help artists and creatives manage peak season with confidence and care.

Discover how Delores reignited her passion for art by switching from Adobe Illustrator to Affinity Designer on the iPad — simplifying her process, sparking creativity, and reconnecting with joy in creating.

In this episode of Creative Juggle Joy, I chat with KeriAnne Daniels, the founder of Kind Words Count, about how her brand blossomed from love, friendship, and one simple creative act that grew into something far bigger.

A practical, behind-the-scenes look at how Delores builds art classes fast—using repeatable templates, focused projects, and smart tools without losing heart.

Etsy’s algorithm changes have many artists scrambling. Learn from Kaylie’s latest episode how to diversify your income, explore new platforms, and market your art with confidence

 Is AI a helper or a hurdle for artists? In this episode with guest Lisa Martin (Beachside Designs), Delores and Kaylie explore ethical concerns, oversaturation, and practical, time-saving uses—plus how to protect your voice while using AI as a studio assistant.

Save time without losing your creative touch — Kaylie’s gentle automation tips for artists (email flows, batching, simple systems) help reduce burnout and make more room for the work you love.

From consignment shops and craft fairs to licensing deals and online teaching, I’ve spent decades figuring it out one twist at a time. In this post, I share the heartwarming, hilarious, and sometimes humbling truth of what it really takes to become an online teacher as a creative.

You don’t need perfect conditions to be creative. In fact, working within constraints often shapes stronger, more focused work. Here’s how Kaylie and I navigate energy, tech, and time limitations—and how you can too.

Looking for a low-stress way to grow your income this season? In this blog, I’m sharing the beauty of small, thoughtful products—seasonal bundles and mini offers that spark joy and invite lasting connection with your audience.

This week on the Creative Juggle Joy podcast, I sat down for part two of my chat with surface designer and licensing coach Vanessa Stoilova, to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to license your artwork — with or without an agent. If you’ve ever wondered how artists land deals with companies like Hobby Lobby or RSVP, this is your invitation to learn what’s possible.