Rescued & Upcycled with Sonnet

In this week’s episode, I’m chatting with—Tara from The Reclaimed Ranch. If you’ve been around the DIY or upcycling world, you’ve probably seen her gorgeous work that blends rustic charm with creative inspiration. Tara is joining us as one of the featured creatives at this year’s Vintage Soul Creative Retreat, where she’s teaching a class on one of her signature techniques—how to seamlessly blend...

In this week’s episode, I’m sharing how I style a cozy, layered tablescape using only items I thrifted— yes, everything is secondhand…which makes your tablescape unique…one of a kind!  This project is part of what I’m doing inside my Makers Creative Community for our July live styling session, and I thought it would be fun to take you behind the scenes here too.  Join me weekly as I tell my story...

In this week’s episode, we’re talking about what happens when you push through that wall, try something totally new, and let creativity evolve beyond what you thought possible."   H ave you ever hit a wall with your creativity—where you just stop and say, 'Okay, I guess I’m done'? I know I’ve felt that way too… until I attended the Creative Besties Retreat hosted by today’s guest, R...

In this week’s episode, this is close to my heart because I know what it’s like to feel like you’re swimming in a sea of similar creators, wondering how to get noticed without copying or comparing…if you’ve ever felt this way…then join me as we dive into this topic. 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 sp...

In this week’s episode, I’ll be interviewing Jami & Zeb from Jami Ray Vintage.  This husband/wife duo has become an amazing team to watch!  I’m sure many of you already know these two…It’s so fun to watch their thrifting adventures where they each grab a cart and pick…I love to see what each one finds and why they pick it and then see how they transform the items.  I love her vintage-inspired...

In this week’s episode, I’m going to be talking about Changes to The Maker’s Box!  It’s an exciting announcement, something that has been in the works for a while — and it’s all thanks to you! Big News, Makers! Starting this June, I’m giving YOU more ways to experience the magic of the Makers Box—and I’m launching a brand-new creative community too! You’ll now have three new ways to join in: • Mak...

In this week’s episode, I’ll be interviewing Sausha from Sweet Pickins Milk Paint.  I’m so inspired by her beautiful posts of her home décor styling & her many home projects that she is tackling.  She is the owner of several Milk Paint companies…including Sweet Pickins Milk Paint.  I can’t wait to jump into this interview and get to know Sausha and find out how she decided to run a Milk Paint...

In this week’s episode, we’re talking about something every content creator or small business owner faces at some point — how to deal with keyboard warriors and online negativity.”  If you’ve ever received a negative comment and it stung then this is an episode you want to give a listen! Join me weekly as I tell my story and start interviewing other creators to hear theirs as well.  I hope to give...

In this week’s episode, I’ll be interviewing Christina from the Turned Leg she is a fellow Midwesterner who loves to rescue & upcycle, has a vendor booth and teaching others how to repurpose.  I can’t wait to dive into this episode! Where can you find Christina from The Turned Leg: Facebook Instagram YouTube Join me weekly as I tell my story and start interviewing other creators to hear theirs...

In this week’s episode, I will talk about why collaboration beats competition every time — and how working together can help you grow faster and with more joy!”  Have you been in the mindset that anyone with a similar business model is competition…well, I’m here to talk about how there’s enough love to go around and we can grow faster together…let’s dive in! Join me weekly as I tell my story and s...

In this week’s episode, I’ll be interviewing Natalie from Sparks of Joy Studio.  If you’ve always wanted to collaborate with someone but you have no idea how to ask or where to start then this is an episode you’re going to want to listen to!  Natalie is the Queen of Collab and I’m so excited to hear her journey of how she got into collaborating and hear what tips she has for us today!  Where you c...

In this week’s episode, we’re diving into a topic that scares a lot of small business owners — going LIVE on social media!  If this is something that makes your heart race and you feel like you may get sick at the very thought of hitting the go Live button…then stick around for this episode because I’m going to talk about overcoming that fear and why you want to go LIVE! Join me weekly as I tell m...

In this week’s episode, I’ll be interviewing a special person who is near and dear to me…with mother's day right around the corner…I thought it would be so appropriate to interview my mom and the ultimate thrifter…Tina from Tina Maries Unique Boutique.  I’ve learned the ins and outs of thrifting from her and I’m excited to interview her and talk about how she started to thrift and how she mad...

In this week's episode, I’m going to talk about hosting my second annual Vintage Soul Creative Retreat!  You don't want to miss out on this 3 day retreat filled with inspirational workshops and creative bonding. These hands-on workshops will not only inspire you but teach you the how-to’s of different techniques. You’ll be surrounded by like-minded creatives where you’ll build new friend...

In this week’s episode, I’ll be interviewing Lisa from Sweet & Sassy Treasures.  You may know Lisa from her LIVEs & workshops she hosts, where she showcases her creativity with some absolutely amazing projects.  Her business has been ever changing, but her creativity continues to shine!!  If you're in the midst of pivoting your business...than give this a listen!  Where you can find L...

In this week's episode, let’s talk about overwhelm, which you can experience in both your personal and business life!  This can be a huge obstacle in our small businesses.  Are you experiencing the feeling of being overwhelmed then stick around as I walk you through some ways to help reduce that overwhelm!  Join me weekly as I tell my story and start interviewing other creators to hear theirs...

In this week’s episode, I’ll be interviewing Lynn from Life Root Farm.  Many of you know I have a love of gardening and when I found out that one of my good friends…Connie from the Painted Photographer has a daughter that runs an organic heirloom seed & produce farm in Stanley, Wi…I definitely wanted to have her on my podcast.  I'm so excited to showcase this amazing business!  Where you...

In this week's episode, I’m going to talk about consistency and how this truly plays a huge role in building your business!  Many of us think of consistency on our social media platforms…this is a huge one since many of us are very inconsistent when it comes to our socials!!  But there are so many other areas of our business that we also need to be consistent with.  I’m going to break down 5...

In this week’s episode, I’ll be interviewing Julie from Julie's Designs and Signs.  You guys will know Julie from all her thrifting adventures that she takes us on!  I find so much inspiration in her thrift store finds & her creative way of flipping and repurposing!!  I've watched Julie grow her small business from the ground up with lots of hard work and dedication and if you want t...

In this week's episode, I’m going to give you 5 tips on building an audience.  This is key to any successful business.  If you are a new business or an existing business owner and are struggling to build an audience, then this is an episode you won’t want to miss!   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-round...

In this week’s episode, I’ll be interviewing Melanie from Lost & Found Decor.  Melanie has had a booth for the past 13 years and knows the ins and outs of booth life.  In this episode she gives a ton of tips and tricks of running a business, booth life, and why she created the booth seller bootcamp.  If you are a booth seller who's struggling to make a profit, then this is an episode you...

In this week's episode, I walk you through the steps I take when I’m doing a complete booth flip.  I start with an inspiration piece and bring an entire booth together.  If you struggle with a booth flip then this is the episode you don’t want to miss! 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 i...

In this week's episode, I talk about time management and being proactive vs reactive when it comes to your small business!  If you always feel like you’re flying by the seat of your pants week to week, this is the episode you don’t want to miss! 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 inspirat...

In this week’s episode, I want to talk about the Makers Box...why I created it, what’s in it and why you don’t want to miss out on this DIY Subscription Box!! 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, provide you with advice, and ov...

In this week's episode, I discuss easy ways to update your home on a budget!  This can be done by changing a few things in your home.  Join me as I dive in and give you easy and budget friendly tips!   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...