The Creative JuggleJoy Podcast: From Passion to Profit

Ep.54: Creating With Constraints

Ep.54: Creating With Constraints

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.

Ep.48: Holiday Sales Without the Hustle

Ep.48: Holiday Sales Without the Hustle

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.

Episode 45: Get Out of Your Own Way and Start

Episode 45: Get Out of Your Own Way and Start

 This week, Kaylie shares personal and practical insight on how to break through mindset traps like perfectionism and imposter syndrome — and begin creating again, even in the middle of life’s chaos.

Episode 43: Your Style Isn’t Missing — Uncovering Your Artistic Voice and Building an Intentional Portfolio

Episode 43: Your Style Isn’t Missing — Uncovering Your Artistic Voice and Building an Intentional Portfolio

Feel like your art is all over the place? You're not alone. In this reflective solo episode, I share what it really means to find your artistic voice — and how to build a cohesive body of work that opens creative doors.

 

Episode 42: When Does It Stop Being a Hobby?

Episode 42: When Does It Stop Being a Hobby?

 In this reflective episode of the Creative Juggle Joy podcast, Delores and Kaylie unpack the moment creativity starts to feel like business—and how to move forward mindfully, with joy.

Episode 41: The Art of Repurposing

Episode 41: The Art of Repurposing

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.

Episode 36: Handmade Myths We Wish More People Knew

Episode 36: Handmade Myths We Wish More People Knew

From art fairs and handmade cards to licensing and digital downloads, we’ve lived the handmade journey inside and out. In this episode, Kaylie and I talk openly about the myths that still surround handmade businesses and how those early lessons shaped where we are today. We hope this brings encouragement to makers who are still in the trenches or thinking about what's next.

 

Episode 37: Why Pre-Selling Nearly Broke Kaylie

Episode 37: Why Pre-Selling Nearly Broke Kaylie

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.

 

Episode 32: Motherhood, Business & Finding Joy

Episode 32: Motherhood, Business & Finding Joy

This Mother’s Day, we’re diving into what it really looks like to juggle motherhood and creative work — the beauty, the burnout, and everything in between. A heartfelt conversation between co-hosts Kaylie and Delores that honours the women doing it all.

Episode 33: Escaping Shiny Object Syndrome

Episode 33: Escaping Shiny Object Syndrome

Have you ever felt so full of creative ideas, resources and half-finished projects — yet unable to make any real progress? This week on The Creative Juggle Joy podcast, Kaylie opens up about her journey through shiny object syndrome and how she found her way back to clarity.

 

Episode 29: Navigating the 2025 Trade Changes

Episode 29: Navigating the 2025 Trade Changes

With 2025's rising tariffs, many handmade artists are struggling to keep going. This reflection shares encouragement and practical steps for creatives—especially those later in life—who are learning to pivot without giving up on their passion.