THE POLKAROS POTCAST

In this episode of The Polkaros Potcast, I chat with interdisciplinary artist Merissa (Mersie) about her journey from design student to fine artist and musician. She shares how her time pursuing a master’s degree in Korea during the pandemic — and the isolation that came with it — led her to discover cyanotype as a language for memory and emotion. We talk about using art as a tool for mental welln...

In this episode, I speak with Michelle, creative director and founder of the Singapore-based design agency Tofu. Tofu has been providing creative branding solutions, integrated campaigns, pop-up experiences, and more since 2011.   After 14 years at Tofu, Michelle shares how her love of food has guided her practice into a more purposeful direction through their new food design unit at Nottofu—a pla...

In this episode of The Polkaros Potcast, I sit down with Joycelyn, the talented miniature clay artist behind Ai Clay. A true pioneer in the miniature food clay craft scene in Singapore, Joycelyn launched Ai Clay in 2009 and has since built a beloved brand that has captured the hearts of many. I’m thrilled to have had the chance to speak with her just before she closes the chapter on her studio and...

In this episode of the Polkaros podcast, I am excited to speak with Genevieve and Isabella who share a studio in the same building as us! Both with a background in architecture, Genevieve is an artist and designer, centers her work around ceramics and material research. Isabella, is a visual artist whose work delves into the conflicts between our built and natural environments, using her skills in...

Welcome to another episode of The Polkaros Potcast. This week, we're excited to have Cheryl from Lulo Paper Studio as our special guest. Cheryl, a talented paper artist, shares her inspiring journey from studying product design and photography to discovering her passion for paper art. In this episode, Cheryl discusses the evolution of her craft, from building sets during her university days to cre...

In this episode of The Polkaros Potcast, I traveled to Mashiko, a pottery town in Japan, to visit my good friend Hiki who runs a Japanese craft and gift store called Uguisu. Hiki has moved from Tokyo to Mashiko in the recent years. It was nice catching up with her and learning about how living in Mashiko has changed her perspective on life and deepened her appreciation for traditional Japanese cra...

Welcome to a special Japan edition of The Polkaros Potcast! Over the summer holidays, I went back to Japan after a 5 year break. It was so nice reconnecting with friends and being in Japan again. In this episode, I had a chat with Kione Kochi, a talented textile artist, in her beautiful home studio just outside Tokyo. Discover Kione's unique approach to patchwork and quilting, her creative process...

Welcome to another episode of The Polkaros Potcast! In this episode, we are happy to chat with Cheryl from Bead Bad Wolf, a vibrant and colorful craft studio located in the heart of Singapore's Waterloo Street Arts Belt. With a background in fashion, Cheryl started Bead Bad Wolf to share her passion for embroidery, and now her studio offers an array of craft workshops to make crafting accessible t...

Hi everyone, welcome to another episode of The Polkaros Potcast. Today, my special guest is Stacy from Yabai Yabai. Stacy and I reminisce about our last chat during the COVID lockdown before she moved back to Singapore. It's been four years, and I'm thrilled to catch up on her journey since then. Stacy, a textile designer with her own studio in Singapore, shares her inspiring journey from being a...

Hi everyone, welcome to another episode of The Polkaros Potcast where I speak with fellow craftspeople, artists, and creatives. Today, we're thrilled to have Clare from Friday's Garden join us. We’re recording in her beautiful studio, surrounded by chirping birds and vibrant flowers, making it a truly special experience. Clare shares her journey from a career in copywriting and branding to becomin...

Welcome to another episode of The Polkaros Potcast! In this episode, we have a special guest, Joette from Knoette, who is a skilled macramé maker. Join us as Joette shares her inspiring journey of discovering macrame and turning her passion into a thriving business. Joette talks about how she started macramé during a challenging time in her life and how it became a therapeutic and creative outlet...

Welcome to a new episode of The Polkaros Potcast featuring an intimate chat with Rachel, the talented artist behind Drool Stamps. We delve into her unique journey from art student to successful entrepreneur in rubber stamp making. Learn about the process involved in her work, her initial encounters with stamp carving, and find out how this hobby was converted into a prosperous venture.

In this episode of The Polkaros Potcast, Ros sits down with the talented Sophie who makes extraordinary paper flowers ad founded Paper Full of Posies. Dive into Sophie's compelling journey, from folding origami blossoms as a young girl to crafting intricate, lifelike crepe paper flowers that have dazzled the world of crafts. Sophie's crafting expertise divulges through her beautifully designed uni...

In this episode I speak with Peixuan who crafts beautiful botanical-inspired accessories with resin under the brand name Marshmellowneh. Find out how Peixuan started her craft business while shuttling between Singapore and Shanghai.