Episode 87 - Creativity Is Better Together

Creativity can often start as a personal journey, something we do quietly in our studios or craft rooms. But over time, I’ve realized that creativity becomes even more powerful when it’s shared.

In this episode of Rescued & Upcycled, I’m talking about the incredible impact of creative community and why creating together can inspire us in ways we never expected.

From our Monday night lives to the Maker’s Creative Community, the Maker’s Box creative team, collaborations with other creatives, and the Vintage Soul Creative Retreat, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful it is when creatives come together to share ideas, encourage each other, and grow creatively.

We’ll talk about:
• How creative community builds confidence
• Why collaboration makes us stronger as creatives
• The beauty of different perspectives and styles
• How surrounding yourself with like-minded creatives can expand your inspiration

I’ll also share a special story from the Vintage Soul Creative Retreat that perfectly captures what creative community is all about.

Because creativity isn’t just about the projects we make.

It’s about the connections we build along the way.

Thank you for being here!  

Keep rescuing, keep creating, and keep reimagining.
See you in the next episode. 💛

Join me weekly as I tell my story and start interviewing other creators to hear theirs as well.  I hope to give you a well-rounded space for inspiration, encouragement to create, tips on trying new techniques, give you advice, and overall real talk about owning your own business.  I'll be uploading a new podcast every Thursday so don't forget to hit that subscribe button and turn on your bell notifications, so you don't miss out on an episode!   I hope you've enjoyed Episode 68 of my podcast and see you next week! 

I’m giving YOU more ways to experience the magic of the Makers Box—and I’m launching a brand-new creative community too!

Makers Creative Community, where you’ll find:
• Monthly DIY challenges
• Live styling sessions
• Quarterly Zoom projects
• Early access...VIP perks & behind-the-scenes peeks
• A space to connect, create, and grow with fellow makers

You’ll now have three new ways to join in:
• Makers Box: Paper Lovers – for those who adore vintage-inspired decoupage & rice papers
• Makers Box: Paint Lovers – for the DIYers who live for curated paint collections
• Makers Box: Digital Press – for printable lovers who want instant access to my exclusive designs

And for those who want the FULL creative experience—the original Makers Box still delivers it all:
• 2 Exclusive Roycycled decoupage papers
• 2 Exclusive The Painted Photographer rice papers
• 2 DIY Paints
• 2 Fusion Mineral Paints
• 1 Sweet Pickins Milk Paint
• 1 specialty decoupage napkin
• 5 Exclusive printable digital downloads
All curated and coordinated with love.