Let Your Light Shine: The Lettering Journey with Christie Daugherty - Happy Time Craftcast 9

In this heartwarming episode of Happy Time Craftcast, host Joleen Emery sits down with the lettering artist Christie Daugherty. Known for her vibrant energy and exceptional talent in doodling and lettering, Christie shares her journey from battling darkness to finding light through creativity and faith. This episode dives into the therapeutic nature of crafting, the joy of modern calligraphy, and the freedom found in creative expression. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting your creative journey, join Joleen and Christie for an episode filled with inspiration, tips, and a deep dive into the power of creativity to transform lives.

Show Notes

• Gouache: A Favorite Medium - Christie explains why gouache is her preferred medium, likening it to a "marriage between acrylic paint and watercolor" for its flexibility and ease of correcting mistakes.
• Crafting: A Dual Hobby - The discussion opens up about the hobby of collecting crafts versus the hobby of actually crafting. Christie shares her love for punch needle as her current focus.
• Polymer Clay and Creative Comparisons - Joleen reminisces about her polymer clay phase and the lesson on the importance of not comparing oneself to others in creativity.
• Getting Started with Lettering and Doodling - Christie offers advice for beginners interested in lettering and doodling, recommending starting with imitation and exploration.
• Digital Art and Its Advantages - The conversation shifts to the benefits of using digital tools like iPads for crafting, with insights into how digital creations can be brought into the physical world.
• Procreate for Beginners - Christie's Procreate course is highlighted as a valuable resource for those new to digital art, offering a shortcut to learning the app's intricacies.
• Accessibility in Crafting - The episode concludes with a discussion on keeping crafting accessible, emphasizing the use of simple and affordable tools to create art.

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🎉 Bonus: Get ready to brighten your Monday with Christie’s Devos & Doodles, and don't forget to use code TikTok for 10% off on her amazing hand lettering books and other goodies. Here's her website: https://www.craftwithchristie.com/

You may also follow Christie on social:

• https://www.facebook.com/createwithchristie/
• https://www.instagram.com/createwithchristie/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/createwithchristie/
• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC98O-K0nqOfsnnbbipgG0PA?
• https://www.pinterest.com/createwithchristie/

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