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Dear Handmade Life

With over 20 years of experience running creative businesses, your host, Nicole Stevenson knows the joy and the struggles of being your own boss. Join her and her guests for business insights, life lessons and the stories behind their successes and lessons of their missteps so you can work smart, get creative inspiration, live joyfully and feel connected.
 

Nicole is the CEO and Creative Director of Dear Handmade Life which produces Patchwork Show: Makers Festival and Craftcation Conference as well as a blog, online learning and this podcast.

If you’re a creative misfit or a passionate small business owner, grab a drink and take a seat because you’re exactly where you need to be!

 

 

Dec 15, 2016

Delilah and Nicole send their warmest wishes to you for a lovely and drama free holiday season. Catch up with them and a new batch of episodes on January 7th.

Visit www.dearhandmadelife.com for the full archive and blog posts on everything business and creative.


Dec 1, 2016

Delilah and Nicole talk with the creator of Oodle Ba Doodle pillows and the co-leader of the San Francisco Etsy group, Rebecca Saylor. The ladies discuss how we can grow our businesses without compromising our original mission statement. They chat about growing through people vs. technology, being realistic with...


Nov 17, 2016

Delilah and Nicole talk to the owner of Epheriell Designs jewelry and Create & Thrive consulting, Jess Van Den. They discuss navigating the waters of living with someone and being business partners.

Visit www.dearhandmadelife.com for the show notes.

 


Nov 3, 2016

Delilah and Nicole talk to the insanely successful and charming women behind Bella Lucce Skincare and Lucky Break Consulting, Miss Lela Barker. They discuss ways to set up your business so that it stays for the long haul, how to streamline tasks, and why you shouldn't feel bad about your business mistakes.

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Oct 20, 2016

Delilah and Nicole talk to Abby Glassenberg of While She Naps and Craft Industry Alliance about the reality of running your own business. Surprise - it's not as easy as opening an Etsy shop. They discuss the rise in creative businesses, the role technology plays, and how to decide if you’re ready to turn your passion...