Brewtifully Made

Send us Fan Mail The month kicked off like a creative sprint—teens asking to guest on the show, paint-streaked fingers from Iris Scott–inspired experiments, and a calendar full of community art events that turned blank spaces into living galleries. We open up about what it takes to build a studio that puts joy and access first, from rolling the art dice with students to running lessons that nudge...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what happens when you blend classical orchestral music with tacos, ballet, and rock legends? Join us as we sit down with Rachel Hagemeier, the dynamic President and CEO of the Canton Symphony Orchestra, who is revolutionizing how orchestral music connects with communities. Rachel's journey from Oklahoma bassoonist to symphony leadership reveals how passion and v...

Send us Fan Mail Creativity blooms across generations in this heartwarming episode recorded while traveling in Seattle with my granddaughters Jojo (5) and Franny (7). Surrounded by the Pacific Northwest's lush plant life and buzzing insects, we embark on a ladybug-themed art project that captures the magic of making art with children. Armed with watercolor paints and paper, we create vibrantl...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered what would happen if you trusted your wildest creative ideas and actually built a business around them?  On this special anniversary episode, I'm celebrating one year since the ribbon-cutting ceremony of Brewtifully and reflecting on the incredible journey of transforming an unconventional vision into a thriving creative space. When people ask how I dev...

Send us Fan Mail Creativity becomes a powerful healing journey in this intimate conversation with Bryan, a retired Air Force Master Sergeant whose miniature dioramas transform military experiences into art. After 22 years of service, nine deployments, and multiple tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, Bryan discovered that crafting detailed miniature scenes offered both creative fulfillment and therapeut...

Send us Fan Mail A single tick bite in July 2023 changed everything. What began as a hopeful retirement transition into full-time artistry and business ownership has evolved into an unexpected battle with chronic pain and debilitating joint inflammation. When I woke up one morning unable to move my neck, then months later found myself completely immobilized with swollen hands and wrists, my world...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how artists can honor each other's work while still sharing techniques with new audiences? Dive deep into the transformative power of ethical collaboration as we explore what happens when creators support each other with integrity and purpose. Through my recent partnerships with artists like Natasha Smart and Ali Kay, I've witnessed firsthand how respectful...

Send us Fan Mail Stepping outside your comfort zone might be the best business decision you'll ever make. Have you ever felt the pressure to find your perfect niche and stick with it? That nagging voice telling you to specialize, specialize, specialize? In this refreshingly honest episode, we challenge that conventional wisdom and make a compelling case for embracing an eclectic approach to y...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you trade a corporate career for a paintbrush and an empty storefront? In this heartfelt episode, I'm recording from inside my art studio, surrounded by the floor-to-ceiling mural I painted when opening Brewtifully nearly a year ago. The transition to full-time artist and studio owner has been a beautiful whirlwind. Morning kids' camps filled with young...

Send us Fan Mail Taking a leap of faith and diving into full-time creative entrepreneurship marks the beginning of this raw, honest conversation about pursuing your passions. After leaving a steady paycheck behind, I've jumped headfirst into running my art studio full-time and launching my very first children's art camps. The joy of watching toddlers discover art materials for the first...

Send us Fan Mail When Christine Lindebak was just five years old, she begged her mother to let her use the sewing machine. That early passion blossomed into a lifelong creative journey that now helps others rediscover the joy of making their own clothes through her pattern design business, Sewing and the City. Christine's approach to pattern-making stands out for its exceptional attention to...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you finally decide to chase your decades-old dream with just 17 days left at your steady job? The exhilaration, fear, and unexpected joy of embracing imperfection. Perfection is the enemy of progress. If we wait for flawless conditions before pursuing our passions, we'll remain forever stuck in place. My transition to full-time art hasn't followed a per...

Send us Fan Mail I'm counting down my final month before retiring from my full-time job to pursue art full-time, with exciting collaborations highlighting my lifelong passion for fashion. My childhood dream of becoming a fashion designer has come full circle through partnerships with sustainable fashion brands, designers, and local businesses. • Working with Christine from Sewing and the City...

Send us Fan Mail Authenticity is your superpower in a world of cookie-cutter content. This episode dives into how giving ourselves permission to simply be who we are transforms not only our creative work but every relationship and community we build. Drawing from my experience at the ColoriFlori Art Summit with Este MacLeod, I explore what happens when we adapt instructions rather than feeling con...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what happens when creative women find genuine community? This special episode takes you inside the transformative Rebloom Live Courageously retreat through conversations with five remarkable artists who discovered much more than new techniques—they found their tribe. While visiting my mom (excuse the different audio quality!), I couldn't wait to share these meanin...

Send us Fan Mail Ready to dive into the creative world of community art?  Summer is approaching fast, and with it comes the excitement of my new Kids Art Camps launching this July! These age-specific programs offer young artists from toddlers to teens the opportunity to explore different creative disciplines each day, from fiber arts to painting, all while completing meaningful projects by week&ap...

Send us Fan Mail Creativity demands fuel, and finding that spark often requires stepping outside our familiar routines. In this energetic and heartfelt episode, Tracy shares her excitement about attending the upcoming Rebloom creative retreat in Milton, Kentucky—the first of several inspirational events she plans to experience this year as she transitions from her full-time job into expanded creat...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt uncomfortable promoting your creative work? That internal resistance to "shouting from the rooftops" is something nearly every artist faces. Today, I'm diving into why self-promotion isn't selfish—it's necessary. As creatives running small businesses, we wear countless hats. The marketing hat often feels most awkward, but it's essen...

Send us Fan Mail After a brief hiatus in March, I'm back with exciting updates about what's happening at Brewtifully Made! The walls of the studio are now adorned with our April exhibit – the 2025 Itty Bitty Art Exhibby, featuring miniature artwork from talented creators across Stark County. From micro crocheting to tiny concrete sculptures, these diminutive masterpieces showcase incredi...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets of a life dedicated to art and spirituality with our special guest, Tom Wachunas, a recently retired art history teacher and a vibrant force in the Stark County art scene. As a creator and critic with decades of experience, Tom shares his journey from a young fourth grader experimenting with mixed media to a respected artist with a powerful voice on his blog, Ar...

Send us Fan Mail How do you decide whether to share your creative work with the world or keep it personal? On this episode of Brewtifully Made, I navigate this artistic dilemma while celebrating an unexpected honor: the Woman of Distinction award from a local group in Stark County, Soroptimist International of Canton/Stark County. This recognition has sparked a deep reflection on the power of art...

Send us Fan Mail Andrea Regula, our exhibiting artist for January, illuminates the canvas with her unique acrylic fluid paintings, revealing the vibrant journey of creativity and expression. Join us as Andrea shares her compelling story—from intimate showcases to large events like the Pride Festival in Akron. She walks us through her artistic evolution over the past five years, highlighting the tr...

Send us Fan Mail Witness the magic when young art meets experience, as I recount my day as a juror for the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. Imagine the thrill of seeing the world through the eyes of 7th to 12th graders, each piece a testament to raw talent and unfiltered creativity. From my own daughter's gold key victory to the struggles art educators face with limited resources, this epis...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine transforming the art world with just a dash of augmented reality and a sprinkle of pop culture flair! Join me as I share my thrilling collaborations with creative powerhouses like Mike Sturdivant, the mastermind behind Rock Island Growth Specialists and the innovative Stark Flavor app—designed to boost local businesses. Mike and I have been working magic together by blendi...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the transformative journey of Deborah Markle, a talented contemporary abstract artist who found renewed passion for painting following a personal loss. Join us as Deb, affectionately known as Deb or Debbie, opens up about her creative evolution from a hobbyist to an exhibiting artist. With an art degree and a background in photography, Deb brings a unique eye for composit...