The Beautiful Mess of Art Journaling with Suzanne Earley – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 52

Craftonians! ✨ In this light-hearted and joy-filled Episode 52 of Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast, host Joleen Emery welcomes back the incredibly talented Suzanne Earley, editor and creator of Strawberry Moon Magazine. Together, they dive deep into the theme of “The Beautiful Mess of Art Journaling” — celebrating the magic of mess, the joy of creating without rules, and the soulful practice of making art simply because it feels good. 

They laugh about creative chaos, reflect on the purpose behind making art, and share warm encouragement for fellow makers. Suzanne gives a peek into creating her beautiful magazine, and Joleen shares retreat stories from Big Raven Farm. It’s a joyful reminder that process > perfection, and messy can be magical. ✨🖌️ 

Guest Bio

Suzanne Earley is a mixed-media artist based in Eastern Iowa, proud grandma, and the genius behind Strawberry Moon Magazine. Formerly a quilter, tech manager, and more, Suzanne’s creative path is as colorful as her art journal pages. She’s passionate about connection, community, and crafting from the heart — mess and all!

Follow Suzanne

• Website 
• Instagram 
• Facebook 

Episode Chapters with Timestamps

[00:00 – 03:54] – Happy Hello from Joleen
[03:55 – 06:14] – The Power of Feeling Lucky
[06:15 – 10:09] – Suzanne Earley is Back!
[10:10 – 15:59] – Strawberry Moon Magazine: Behind the Magic
[16:00 – 18:19] – Making a Magazine That Feels Like a Conversation
[18:20 – 21:44] – Let’s Talk Mess: The Theme of the Day
[21:45 – 24:29] – Suzanne’s Studio Life: Beautiful Chaos
[24:30 – 29:14] – Creating for the Process, Not the Product
[29:15 – 33:29] – Facing the Blank Page: Tips & Tricks
[33:30 – 37:14] – From Games to Creativity
[37:15 – End] – Gratitude & Goodbye


Quotes from the Episode

“When you do what you love, you’re not really working — and I finally get it.” – Joleen Emery
“I’m a messy artist. It’s about the process, not the product.” – Suzanne Earley
“This magazine feels like a conversation with friends.” – Suzanne Earley
“Follow joy, even if it gets paint on the carpet!” – Joleen Emery

Resources and Links:

🔗 Strawberry Moon Magazine – A stunning, tactile, forever-keep kind of art journal magazine curated by Suzanne.
📰 Pre-order Issue 9
📍 Big Raven Farm Art Retreat with Suzanne Earley
🧰 Tools: Pentel Mattehop, Pentel Arts Pocket brush pen, Elegant Writer pen, Uniball Vision pen, White Stabilo

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