The Creative Jugglejoy Podcast

Send us your feedback In this solo episode, Kaylie breaks down how email marketing can help creatives build consistent sales without burning out on social media.  Whether you're a handmade seller, artist, or digital product creator — this episode is your calm introduction to starting (or improving) your email list. Kaylie shares why email is still one of the most powerful tools for artists an...

Send us your feedback Can you really have a profitable holiday sales season without the burnout?  Absolutely — but only if you plan ahead. In this episode, Kaylie and Delores share how to prep for holiday sales now (yes, even in August!) so you’re not scrambling through Q4.  Whether you sell handmade goods, digital products, art prints, or teach online — this episode is packed with real examples,...

Send us your feedback In this heartfelt solo episode, Delores Naskrent shares the winding, decades-long journey that took her from hobby artist and craft show vendor to internationally licensed designer and full-time online art teacher. 🎨 From selling in local gift shops and big-ticket craft shows...  📦 To licensing with Hallmark and teaching over 90,000 students online...  👩‍🏫 To building a t...

Send us your feedback In this honest, behind-the-scenes episode, Kaylie and Delores unpack what really goes into launching and teaching online — beyond the polished social media posts. They share recent experiences from their own course launches, including: The emotional rollercoaster of selling while caregiving or managing health conditions. The terrifying tech glitch that deleted 170+ students f...

Send us your feedback Is that “big idea” sitting in your drafts gathering dust because you’re waiting for it to be perfect ? In this practical and encouraging episode, Kaylie shares a powerful mindset shift for creatives who are stuck in their heads: perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and comparison don’t need to rule the show.  She unpacks each of these mindset traps and shows you how to break the...

Send us your feedback In this co-hosted episode of Creative Juggle Joy , Kaylie and Delores dive into the world of mini offers — small, low-lift products that serve a specific need and help creatives test ideas, earn income, and build meaningful customer relationships without burnout. Whether you sell handmade goods, digital art, or creative classes, this episode will give you: Clear examples of m...

Send us your feedback Ever feel like your art is all over the place?  That you’ve tried everything but still haven’t found “your style”?  In this gentle solo episode, Delores Naskrent (co-host of the Creative Juggle Joy podcast) invites you to pause the noise, look inward, and begin uncovering the artistic voice that’s already within you. Delores shares heartfelt stories, hard-earned wisdom, and s...

Send us your feedback Are you quietly wondering if your creative hobby is becoming… something more? In this reflective and practical episode of the Creative Juggle Joy podcast, Kaylie Edwards and Delores Naskrent dive into that fuzzy in-between zone where making for fun starts shifting toward business.  Whether you're selling a few items to friends or beginning to dream bigger, this conversat...

Send us your feedback Do you ever feel like you always need to create something new to stay visible or make sales? What if your best income streams are already hidden in the work you’ve already done? In this solo episode, Kaylie Edwards breaks down how to repurpose intentionally — so your creative work supports you over and over again, instead of burning you out. Inside, you’ll hear:  ✨ Practical...

Send us your feedback Ever wondered how those beautiful florals end up on notebooks, wrapping paper, fabric, or even mugs? That’s the magic of surface pattern design — and it could become a flexible, scalable creative income stream for you. In this episode of The Creative Juggle Joy Podcast , Kaylie Edwards (creative mentor & toddler mum) and Delores Naskrent (digital artist & educator) br...

Send us your feedback Is the surface pattern design market too crowded to break into?  In this solo episode, Canadian artist and educator Delores Naskrent gently unpacks this common fear — and offers a refreshing, hopeful perspective. Delores shares why now is still a wonderful time to explore surface pattern design and how tools like Affinity Designer can make your workflow more intuitive, enjoya...

Send us your feedback Ever wondered how to turn your art into greeting cards, mugs, or even holiday ornaments — without having to stockpile inventory or ship things yourself?  In this co-hosted episode, Kaylie chats with Delores all about getting started on Zazzle , one of the most artist-friendly print-on-demand platforms. Delores shares how she fell into Zazzle while creating custom gifts for cl...

Send us your feedback What happens when the business advice that everyone swears by nearly breaks you? In this vulnerable solo episode, Kaylie shares the honest truth behind her attempt to pre-sell a course while juggling a toddler, client work, and chronic illness.  Spoiler: it didn’t go to plan—and it left her questioning everything. You’ll learn why traditional validation advice often fails cre...

Send us your feedback In this heartfelt and practical episode, Kaylie and Delores bust some of the biggest myths still floating around about handmade businesses.  From the idea that “handmade means cheap” to the assumption that it’s “just a hobby,” they share stories from their own candle and art ventures, including the real grind of craft fairs, saying no to freebies, and finding the right custom...

Send us your feedback Host: Delores Naskrent In this solo follow-up to one of our most popular episodes, Delores goes deeper into the world of reusable art assets — and how they can transform your creative business. Whether you're a surface designer, illustrator, or digital artist, this conversation will help you reframe how you create, reuse, and sell the tools you already use in your own wo...

Send us your feedback Not all business advice is created equal — especially when you’re a mum, caregiver, neurodivergent, chronically ill, or simply living real life. In this honest and deeply relatable episode of The Creative Juggle Joy, Kaylie (creative toddler mum + digital strategist in North Wales) and Delores (artist + digital educator + grandma in Manitoba) unpack the advice that totally di...

Send us your feedback If you're a creative who feels like you're always starting new ideas but never finishing anything — this episode is for you. Kaylie opens up about her personal experience with shiny object syndrome: bouncing between courses, tools, product ideas, and platforms (hello Canva templates, half-finished Etsy shops, and a Google Drive full of forgotten downloads). In this...

Send us your feedback In this tender and honest episode of The Creative Juggle Joy , Kaylie and Delores open up about the messy, magical reality of being mothers, grandmothers, and creative business owners. They reflect on what it means to nurture others while holding onto your own creative identity — especially when time, energy, and support feel scarce.  From toddler chaos and missed deadlines t...

Send us your feedback In this solo episode, Delores shares honest reflections and practical insights from her own journey into surface pattern design.  From battling perfectionism and burnout to discovering time-saving tools and the power of starting small, this is the pep talk every aspiring designer needs.  If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of your place in the creative indust...

Send us your feedback In this inspiring episode, Kaylie and Delores explore how to turn your existing art into digital assets that sell — from brushes and textures to motifs, templates, and clip art. Whether you're a traditional artist, digital designer, or creative curious about new income streams, this chat is packed with tips, tools, and real-life examples. 💡 We cover: What counts as an a...

Send us your feedback Feeling the pressure from the 2025 U.S. tariffs?  You’re not alone. In this heartfelt solo episode, Kaylie Edwards dives into how the new trade changes are impacting makers, crafters, and small creative businesses—especially those relying on imported goods like plushies, enamel pins, and stickers. Whether you're a print-on-demand seller or a handmade artist, these shifts...

Send us your feedback In this episode of Creative Juggle Joy , Kaylie Edwards and Delores Naskrent dive into the world of surface pattern design.  If you’ve ever wondered how to take your art and turn it into usable products like fabric, wallpaper, stationery, or home décor, this episode is for you!  They discuss the basics of surface pattern design, from understanding seamless repeats to creating...

Send us your feedback In today’s episode, Kaylie talks about the mindset blocks that hold so many creatives back from selling their work—fear, perfectionism, and imposter syndrome.  If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “Who am I to sell this?” or “What if no one buys it?”—you’re definitely not alone. Kaylie's been there, and she shares the strategies she's used to overcome these chall...

Send us your feedback In this episode, Delores shares her expert advice on getting started with greeting card creation, and Kaylie talks about how to translate your designs into the digital space.  From exploring current trends like inclusivity and mental health awareness to showcasing successful students who’ve made it big in the industry, we cover all the key points for launching your greeting c...

Send us your feedback In this episode of Creative Juggle Joy , Delores dives into the power of collaboration and how it can help you expand your creative reach .  As someone with over 40 years of experience in design and teaching, Delores knows that while the idea of being an independent artist is appealing, it’s often through collaboration that we truly grow.  Whether you’re just starting out or...