The Creative JuggleJoy Podcast: From Passion to Profit

Delores talks with Eden Fried about the Go Digital on Etsy Summit and why she believes digital products offer unmatched freedom and scalability. The two share stories of overcoming overwhelm and taking imperfect action—reminding creatives that Etsy is designed for them. This conversation is a gentle nudge to trust yourself and start building your own digital income streams.

Delores shares how a clear goal and a thoughtful Pinterest strategy transformed her marketing journey. In this gentle reflection, she highlights Alayna Creative’s simple 30‑day pin plan and encourages artists to find joy in the process of sharing their work.

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.

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.

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.

Greeting cards may seem simple, but they’ve become one of the most reliable and rewarding parts of my creative business. In this post, I’m sharing how they helped shape my art career—and how they could support yours, too.

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.

Launching your own online class might sound easy — until a single click removes 170+ students. In this real talk post, Delores shares the behind-the-scenes of a tech glitch, why she’s rethinking platforms, and what keeps her teaching.