Ask Me Anything: Your Crafting Questions Answered Live! - Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 29

Craftonians! Welcome to Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast! I am so excited for this special Ask Me Anything episode! Today, it’s just you and me as I tackle all your burning crafty questions. We’re covering everything from book folding basics and favorite tools to what makes a Big Raven Farm retreat truly special. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just starting out, I hope you’ll find some inspiration, a few laughs, and maybe a new project or two to try. Let’s get into it!

🌟 Episode Highlights

• Book Folding 101: I talk all about where I find my books, why "The Silo" fold is perfect for beginners, and the best ways to hang up your book art.
• Favorite Craft Tools & Adhesives: You know I’m all about my DIY glue “brew” (thank you, Elmer’s!), plus my trusty band saw and some other faves for making all the magic happen.
• How I Juggle Multiple Projects: Spoiler alert—I’ve got “go bags” for every type of project so I can craft on-the-go. There’s always something in the works, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
• Big Raven Farm Retreat Vibes: Oh, I love talking about this! I share what guests can expect when they come to Big Raven Farm for a retreat—a little crafting, a little yoga, and a lot of community. We’ve got some fun themes planned for 2025!
• Finding Creative Inspiration: Sometimes all it takes is a new material or tool (hello, bookboard circles!) to spark a creative idea. I truly believe creativity is a muscle, and the more we play, the stronger it gets!

🌟 Quotes from the Episode

• "Creativity is a muscle—the more you work it, the stronger it gets. Playfulness is the best kind of exercise."

🌟 Episode Chapters

• 0:00 - Introduction
• 4:15 - Where to find books, what fold to start with, and how to display your art.
• 17:30 - Craft Tools & Techniques
• 29:45 - How I keep 6–10 projects organized, plus my “go bag” system.
• 37:15 - Big Raven Farm Retreats
• 50:10 - Inspiration & New Ideas: Playing with new materials
• 58:30 - Next Episode Teaser

🌟 Links & Resources

• Big Raven Farm Retreat in 2025 
• DIY Glue Brew Recipe: Mix 1 cup of Elmer’s glue with 1/2 cup of water for an affordable, easy adhesive.

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