The Creative JuggleJoy Podcast: From Passion to Profit

 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.

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

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.

In this insightful guest episode of the Creative Juggle Joy podcast, I chat with illustrator and licensing expert Vanessa Stoilova about designing greeting cards that truly sell. Whether you're aiming to break into licensing or explore new creative markets, Vanessa shares practical advice on evergreen themes, finding your artistic balance between trends and style, and how to make your card designs stand out to buyers. A must-read for any artist looking to create with purpose and profit in mind.

If social media feels overwhelming, you're not alone. Here's why email marketing still works wonders for creatives — and how to start using it in a way that feels calm, personal, and doable.

The holiday season doesn’t have to feel chaotic. In this episode recap, I share how creatives can plan their Q4 calmly — with thoughtful product choices, gentle promotion, and meaningful gifts that customers love to give.

Wondering what to launch next — or how to know if an idea is even worth pursuing? Let me introduce you to the magic of mini offers: a sustainable, creative way to earn income and nurture trust with your art audience.

Repurposing your creative work is smart, sustainable, and gentle. Here’s how to do it without overwhelm — and why your art deserves a second life.

In this heartfelt solo episode, Kaylie shares her experience of trying to pre-sell a course during one of the most demanding seasons of her life. As a fellow creative educator, I know how damaging cookie-cutter business advice can be. This episode is a must-listen for anyone trying to build something meaningful with limited energy, unpredictable health, or caregiving on their plate.

 Thinking of trying Zazzle as a creative income stream? Here’s how I started with custom wall art, transitioned to print-on-demand, and found success with cards and holiday products. Plus, learn how my Five Cards in Five Days challenge can help you get started, too.

In this episode of Creative Juggle Joy, Kaylie and I dive into how to effectively market your creative work as a beginner. We cover everything from building a personal brand to collaborations, giveaways, and using social media—all on a budget. These strategies will help you get your creative business in front of more people without overspending.