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  • Join us at Remix & Stitch Lab!
    2025/03/07

    We are thrilled to announce their first-ever 'Remix and Stitch Lab,' a five-day creativity retreat from September 3-7, 2025, at Sunset Retreat Center in Sunset, Texas. This picturesque location offers a perfect escape with luxurious accommodations, accommodating meals, and vast workspaces. Attendees will enjoy a variety of workshops led by inspiring artists, including mixed media sessions with Dory Patrick and improv comedy exercises from McKinney's Comedy Arena. Both Ellen and Catherine will also host their own creative sessions, with Ellen leading an improv quilting workshop and Catherine teaching block printing and mixed media artist trading cards. All-inclusive at $999, the retreat promises to be a enriching, laugh-filled experience for up to 25 participants. Register soon!

    00:00 Welcome to Creative Crossroads

    00:09 Announcing Remix and Stitch Lab Retreat

    00:32 Details About Sunset Retreat Center

    01:51 Accommodations and Amenities

    04:07 Special Guest: Dory Patrick

    05:14 Creative Mischief Workshop

    07:09 Additional Workshops and Activities

    08:32 Registration and Costs

    09:47 Final Thoughts and Contact Information



    Thanks for joining us at Creative Crossroads! Keep creating and we'll see you again soon!

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    12 分
  • Season 1 Finale and Reflections
    2025/01/30

    Creative Crossroads: Season 1 Finale and Reflections

    In the final episode of Season 1 of the Creative Crossroads podcast, hosts Catherine and Ellyn reflect on key learnings from their journey exploring creativity with various guests. They identify common themes such as the essential nature of creativity, the importance of the creative process over the final product, the role of community, managing creative blocks, balancing structure and spontaneity, and the evolution of creative practices. The conversation delves into individual episodes, highlighting insights from guests like Dusty, Amanda, Dori, Mel, Charles, and Amelia. Catherine and Ellyn also announce an exciting upcoming creative retreat, Remix and Stitch Lab, scheduled for September. This episode is packed with valuable reflections and sets the stage for a broader exploration of creativity in future seasons.

    00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Season
    01:16 Identifying Key Themes in Creativity
    03:56 The Importance of Process Over Product
    06:06 The Role of Community in Creativity
    10:15 Managing Creative Blocks
    12:48 Balancing Structure and Spontaneity
    15:14 Evolution of Creative Practices
    20:26 Inspiration in Everyday Life
    22:37 Deep Dive into Dusty's Interview
    26:56 Exploring Amanda Dunbar's Creative Journey
    28:17 The Butt Phase and Knowing When to Stop
    29:03 Perfectionism vs. Completion
    30:20 The Feedback Loop of Creativity
    30:55 Meeting Dori: A Fun Conversation
    31:34 The Essential Nature of Creativity
    33:39 Transitioning from Dreaming Bear
    35:55 Self-Judgment in Art
    38:58 Mel Beach: The Importance of Play
    43:07 Charles: The Analytical Creative
    47:13 Amelia: Art Therapy and Personal Expression
    52:33 Inspiring Creativity: Upcoming Retreat
    54:30 Season Recap and Future Plans

    Thanks for joining us at Creative Crossroads! Keep creating and we'll see you again soon!

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    56 分
  • Amelia Knott on Digital Spaces, Therapy and Creativity
    2025/01/13

    In this episode of Creative Crossroads, we welcome Amelia Knott, a registered psychotherapist and art therapist based in British Columbia. Amelia shares her rich journey from childhood art experiences to becoming a multifaceted professional encompassing art therapy, content creation, and authorship. Her first book, 'The Art of Thriving Online,' emphasizes navigating the digital space using creativity as a tool for well-being. Amelia discusses her creative process, the importance of focusing on the experience rather than the outcome, and how she incorporates unconventional materials into her work. She also elaborates on art therapy sessions, highlighting the intermodal shift and the importance of process over product. Amelia's insights examine balancing structure and spontaneity in personal and professional creative endeavors.

    Find Amelia:
    Her website: Art Therapy in Real Life
    On Instagram: @art_therapy_irl
    Amelia's Book: The Art of Thriving Online (Amelia's Book)

    00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

    00:55 Amelia's Creative Journey

    02:41 Family Influence and Early Art Experiences

    04:32 Art Therapy and Professional Path

    05:03 Creative Process and Evolution

    11:39 Balancing Art and Therapy

    14:25 Creative Space and Environment

    17:33 Morning Pages and Overcoming Creative Blocks

    22:40 of Structure and Community

    23:58 Collaboration in Art and Life

    26:31 Finding Inspiration Beyond Nature

    30:00 The Role of Art Therapy

    35:39 Navigating Creative Blocks

    40:28 The Art of Thriving Online

    44:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts



    Thanks for joining us at Creative Crossroads! Keep creating and we'll see you again soon!

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    48 分
  • Charles Cameron: Innovation and Inspiration in Modern Quilting
    2025/01/06

    In this episode of Creative Crossroads, we welcome Charles Cameron, a modern quilter and engineer based in North Carolina. Charles shares how he balances his analytical day job with his vibrant quilting practice. Cameron's quilts, featuring bright colors and modern designs, have been showcased at QuiltCon and have won awards, including the first-place ribbon for his Sudoku quilt in 2022. He talks about his creative process, which blends structure and spontaneity, and how his design wall and PowerPoint help him visualize and iterate on ideas. Charles also discusses the influences from his childhood, how collaboration in quilting bees has impacted his work and his use of unconventional tools like painter's tape. He reflects on the evolving nature of the modern quilt movement and how the quilting community continues to inspire him. Join us for an insightful conversation about creativity, collaboration, and the joy of quilting.

    Find Charles on Instagram: Charles@FeltLikeSweets

    00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Charles Cameron

    01:30 Charles Cameron's Quilting Journey

    04:17 Balancing Structure and Spontaneity in Quilting

    06:54 The Bee Project and Creative Collaboration

    17:18 Designing Quilts with PowerPoint

    20:47 Quilting Beginnings and Early Inspirations

    21:02 Creating Unique Quilts for My Daughters

    23:10 Involving Family in Quilting

    23:43 Sources of Inspiration

    26:30 Handling Creative Blocks

    27:17 Designing and Pivoting Projects

    29:57 Personal Quilting Philosophy

    31:17 Unconventional Tools and Techniques

    32:52 Long-Term Projects and Iterations

    35:13 The Modern Quilt Movement

    40:00 Final Thoughts and Reflections

    Thanks for joining us at Creative Crossroads! Keep creating and we'll see you again soon!

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    43 分
  • Mel Beach: Creativity as Problem Solving
    2024/12/20

    In this episode of Creative Crossroads, Ellyn and Catherine sit down with award-winning fiber and mixed media artist Mel Beach. Mel shares insights into her creative journey, which began in her childhood without cable TV and involvement in activities like Girl Scouts and 4-H. This early exposure led Mel to a lifelong passion for crafting and problem-solving, particularly through fiber arts. She discusses her innovative approach of using dice to inspire her 100-day project. Mel delves into how she balances structure with spontaneity in her work, often finding inspiration in the world around her. She also talks about her unique method of reusing materials, such as upcycling quilt sandwiches into quilted hearts, for the 'I Found a Quilted Heart' project.

    Additionally, Mel highlights the importance of community in her creative process, appreciating both learning with other artists and undertaking solo adventures.

    Find Mel Online!

    Website / Blog / Facebook / Instagram / Newsletter Sign-Up

    Mentioned During the Podcast

    • FabMo: https://www.fabmo.org/
    • Project Quilting
    • I Found a Quilted Heart Project

    People who inspire Mel

    • Jennifer Wilkin Penick
    • Willa Wanders
    • The Show Up Society with Tammie Bennett

    Thanks for joining us at Creative Crossroads! Keep creating and we'll see you again soon!

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    32 分
  • Finding Joy in Creation: Insights from Artist Dori Patrick
    2024/12/07

    In this episode of Creative Crossroads, Ellyn and Catherine welcome mixed media artist Dori Patrick, who shares her inspiring creative journey. Dori, hailing from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, owned a collaborative art studio and storefront called the Dreaming Bear for 12 years. It was filled with creative workshops, parties, and community outreach projects. After closing Dreaming Bear, Dori transitioned to working from a home studio, where she rediscovered her personal creative process and style. She discusses her upbringing in a creative family, the need to express herself through making things, and her belief that everyone can be creative in their own way. Dori describes how she navigates creative blocks, gets inspiration from everyday life, and organizes her space for optimal productivity. She also reflects on the importance of community and her evolving role from teaching others to focusing on her artwork. As Dori prepares for art shows and continues to explore new ways to inspire and connect with fellow creatives, she shares valuable insights into staying motivated and true to one's artistic voice.

    00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
    00:48 Dori Patrick's Creative Journey
    07:40 Finding and Honoring Your Creative Voice
    11:27 Navigating Creative Blocks
    13:53 Working on Multiple Projects
    21:46 Studio Space and Organization
    25:53 Opening the Dreaming Bear
    27:21 Community Outreach and Events
    29:57 Challenges and Closing the Store
    33:47 Transition to a New Season
    36:55 Finding Inspiration and Creativity
    43:02 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

    Check out Dori's Work and follow her!

    • Dori’s Website
    • Dori on Instagram
    • Dori on Facebook
    • Dori’s Etsy Shop

    Thanks for joining us at Creative Crossroads! Keep creating and we'll see you again soon!

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    48 分
  • Experiment and Take Chances with Amanda Dunbar
    2024/11/25

    In this episode of Creative Crossroads, hosts Ellyn and Catherine interview Amanda Dunbar, oil painter, printmaker, and PhD candidate in art history. Amanda shares insights into her creative process, emphasizing the importance of experimentation and learning from failures. She discusses how her journey in art evolved, including her foray into fiber arts during her pregnancy and the impact of the pandemic on her work. Amanda explains how she balances multiple projects, often working on several at once, including commissioned pieces. She provides valuable advice on overcoming creative blocks and self-doubt, stressing the significance of revisiting initial inspirations. Amanda also touches on the influence of her creative family background and how she hopes to inspire creativity in her children. The episode highlights the challenges and rewards of a creative life, offering inspiration and practical tips for artists at all stages of their journey.

    00:00 Introduction to Amanda Dunbar

    00:41 Defining Creativity

    01:29 Amanda's Creative Process

    03:23 Navigating Creative Blocks

    07:11 Working on Commissions

    10:17 Balancing Multiple Projects

    14:40 Influence of Family and Upbringing

    17:50 Creating with Kids

    20:08 Amanda's Creative Spaces

    22:10 Balancing Structure and Spontaneity

    27:27 Overcoming Self-Doubt

    28:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    Thanks for joining us at Creative Crossroads! Keep creating and we'll see you again soon!

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    32 分
  • Embracing Your Creative Confidence: Dusty Allendorf's Journey
    2024/11/09

    In this episode, Dusty Allendorf shares personal experiences on how she has grown to be more assertive over time. Highlighting her personal development and creative journey, Dusty discusses how overcoming these challenges have positively impacted her life. We also he discusses innovation in her quilting integrating laser cutting and hand dyed fabrics.

    Thanks for joining us at Creative Crossroads! Keep creating and we'll see you again soon!

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    28 分