Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast
Welcome to the Happy Time Craft Cast with Joleen Emery, the podcast where crafting meets inspiration, laughter, and the wonderful art of making. Join Joleen, your crafting companion, as she takes you on an exciting journey into the world of creativity.
Discover the joy of crafting and find comfort in knowing that not everything goes perfectly the first time. Joleen's good humor, contagious laughter, and 'muscle it together until it fits' attitude will keep you entertained and motivated throughout your crafting adventures.
In each episode, we explore thrilling DIY projects, converse with talented artisans, and share heartwarming stories that celebrate the beauty of imperfection. Crafting isn't just a hobby; it's a way of life that brings happiness and fulfillment.
Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just starting, this podcast is your crafting community, offering inspiration and support. Embrace the ups and downs of your creative journey, finding joy in every crafty endeavor.
Get ready for a dose of creativity, motivation, and a whole lot of crafting goodness. Tune in to the Happy Time Craft Cast and let's make some happy crafting memories together!
Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast
Why Crafting Feels Like Pure Joy with Dari Litchman – Joleen’s Happy Time Craftcast 75
Welcome to Episode 75 of Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast, Craftonians! In this delightful episode, Joleen welcomes the effervescent Dari Litchman, founder of The Craft Salon in Brooklyn, NY — a vibrant art space built on creativity, chaos, and community. Dari shares her journey of opening a craft studio right at the start of the pandemic, transforming challenge into joyful creation. Together, she and Joleen dive into the power of art to connect people, the beauty of imperfection, and the magic of “chaos crafting” — where glue guns, sequins, and laughter meet pure self-expression.
Guest Bio
Dari Litchman is the founder and owner of The Craft Salon in Brooklyn, New York — an arts-and-crafts studio offering after-school programs, ceramics, and joyful creative experiences for all ages. Known for her bright personality and “everyone’s invited” energy, Dari calls herself an Arts & Crafts Sommelier (and we couldn’t love that more). When she’s not teaching, she’s crafting wearable art, chaos-beaded badges, and “love bombs” filled with sparkle and self-celebration.
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Episode Chapters with Timestamps
[00:00 – 05:14] — Welcome & Announcements
[05:15 – 09:59] — Meet Dari Litchman
[10:00 – 15:19] — The Craft Salon’s Origin Story
[15:20 – 20:39] — Teaching Kids & Building Community
[20:40 – 28:29] — Self-Congratulatory Badges & Love Bombs
[28:30 – 33:44] — The Glue Gun Deep Dive
[33:45 – 39:59] — Chaos Crafting & Creative Freedom
[40:00 – 44:59] — Tools of the Trade – Dari’s favorite tools and hack
[45:00 – End] — Joyful Reflection & Call to Create
Quotes from the Episode
“Creativity isn’t about perfection — it’s about joy, glitter, and a good glue gun.” – Joleen Emery
“My studio is basically my craft closet that exploded into a business — and I love it.” – Dari Litchman
“You don’t wait for the perfect moment to make art; you just start gluing.” – Dari Litchman
“The world needs more people willing to make messes with love.” – Joleen Emery
“Chaos crafting is where the real magic happens.” – Dari Litchman
Resources and Links
Visit The Craft Salon in Brooklyn
Learn more about Big Raven Farm Retreats 2026 — limited spots available!
Explore Big Raven Yoga mats featuring guest artists
Try Beacon Adhesives Gemtac Glue for your next beaded masterpiece
Pro tip from Dari: Grab a wax pencil for precise gem placement — a total game changer!
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