Peachfetti Presents

How do you deal with negative backlash and comments without getting too hurt? And why should people STOP romanticizing the artist life? In episode 15 of Peachfetti Presents, I chat with Tammy (@uncomfy.co) about the power of cute and small things, outgrowing artwork, finding her creative identity and balance, and how she's dealt with negative comments. Another great episode to add to your playlist if you're someone looking into branching out towards TikTok, Patreon, YouTube, and interacting more face-to-face through camera and audio! ☕ THANK YOU to Tammy, the radish queen, for having a chat about all things uncomfy and giving us an inside look on being a content creator! ⭐ Follow her IG: https://www.instagram.com/uncomfy.co/?hl=en ⭐ Checkout her shop & links: https://uncomfyco.com/ ⭐ Follow me (peachfetti) for podcast and craft related updates: IG: https://www.instagram.com/peachfetti/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karinna-ly/support

What is it like diving into Content Creation for an amigurumi artist in 2022? Why are crochet materials so expensive? For episode 14 of Peachfetti Presents, I speak to Pita (@pitachan) who talks about how she collaborated on a Christmas Amigurumi Advent Calendar and her adventures in self-publishing. Additionally, she dives into how she deals with public feedback, dealing with art theft, and how she runs her business. Don't miss out! ☕ THANK YOU to Pita for sitting down with me and diving head first into all things amigurumi! ⭐ Follow her IG: https://www.instagram.com/pitachan/ ⭐ Checkout her shop & links: https://pitachan.shop/ ⭐ Follow me (peachfetti) for podcast and craft related updates: IG: https://www.instagram.com/peachfetti/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karinna-ly/support

Does the thought of pretty stationary and planners make you grin from ear to ear? Ever wondered about the ins and outs of ordering your custom items from a Manufacturer overseas? For episode 13 of Peachfetti Presents, I speak to Alice (@dotori.designs) who breaks down her process of running a small business all from her home during the pandemic. Exclusively, she talks to us about her 2022 launch of her card game - NOT SO NEIGHBORLY! This is another great episode that dives into the anxiety of sales, dealing with trial & error, and rebranding your initial small business. Don't miss out! ☕ THANK YOU to Alice for chatting all things stationary, pin-making, and manufacturing with me! This was a great episode where we really dived into the manufacturing process and was incredibly insightful. ⭐ Follow her IG: https://www.instagram.com/dotori.designs/ ⭐ For Not So Neighborly Updates, Follow their IG: https://www.instagram.com/fambamgames/ ⭐ Checkout her shop: https://dotoridesigns.com/ ⭐ Follow me (peachfetti) for podcast and craft related updates: IG: https://www.instagram.com/peachfetti/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karinna-ly/support

Are you someone who loves minimalistic decor and dreamy candles? Have you been waiting for your sign to use your love for art and creativity to reach people all around the world? On episode 12 of Peachfetti Presents, I speak to Jessica (@studiosukoon) to get a first hand account on aesthetic candle making and wax melts, dropping freelance work to fulfill her artistic dreams and ventures, and how she hopes to inspire others to research animal charities and support animal rights! This is another enlightening episode where we chat deeply about finding your inner peace while pursuing what you love. ☕ Huge THANK YOU to Jessica for sitting down with me and discussing her candle making process, how she makes sustainability and eco-friendly packaging a huge part of her business, and raising awareness for the charities she supports! ⭐ Follow her Candles IG: https://www.instagram.com/studiosukoon/ ⭐ Follow her Crystals Shop IG: https://www.instagram.com/palemooncrystals/ ⭐ Checkout Beema's story & support WeLoveCuddly: https://www.instagram.com/welovecuddly ⭐ Follow me (peachfetti) for podcast and craft related updates: IG: https://www.instagram.com/peachfetti/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karinna-ly/support

Interested in attending conventions as a seller, but don't know where to start? Thinking about branching out into new products and designs using online platforms as your advantage? On this episode, I speak with Matt and Nina of Mint & Apple (@mintandapple) on what it's like dating your business partner, how their marketing and sales strategy have changed since the pandemic has hit, their emphasis on diversity & inclusion in their products and diversity, and dealing with thieves IN PERSON! We also touch point on some important business tips that you'll want to know about before starting your own journey! ☕ THANK YOU to Matt & Nina for guesting on this episode and chatting all things conventions, small business, and design! ⭐ Follow their IG: https://www.instagram.com/mintandapple/ ⭐ Checkout their products & their shop: https://mintandapple.com/ ⭐ Follow me (peachfetti) for podcast and craft related updates: IG: https://www.instagram.com/peachfetti/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karinna-ly/support

Do you want to dance when you see vintage and nostalgic toys? Gummy candies with vibrant colors? Beautiful shoe charms with personality and cheer? Today, we are speaking with Amy of TinyToyStudio (@tinytoystudio)! An insightful episode on how a full time artist balances their time, deals with the social media sphere and algorithms, and flourishes in their creative space. This is hard-hitting episode with lots of truth that you'll want to hear. ☕ THANK YOU to Amy for guesting on this episode and providing wonderful stories and insight into her life! ⭐ Follow Amy's IG: https://www.instagram.com/tinytoystudio/ ⭐ Follow me (peachfetti) for podcast and craft related updates: IG: https://www.instagram.com/peachfetti/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karinna-ly/support

Ever wondered how some amigurumi and crochet pattern designers are able to pursue their passion full time? This episode, I'm talking to Julia (@littleworldofwhimsy), on how she is using her business and analytical skills to blog and design amigurumi patterns. Hear why she chose to switch from selling physical products to only selling digital patterns and what her tricks and tips are for up and coming amigurumi and crochet artists considering a career like this full time! ☕ THANK YOU to Julia for guesting in this episode and providing her insight on all things business & analytics! ⭐ Follow Julia's IG: https://www.instagram.com/littleworldofwhimsy/ ⭐ About Julia: https://littleworldofwhimsy.com/about-me/ ⭐ Julia's article on her blog: https://littleworldofwhimsy.com/can-you-make-a-living-crocheting/

This week we're rolling back to territory that I'm pretty comfortable with - polymer clay. Featuring Nessa of Poochyclay (@poochyclay), listen to us reminisce about OG crafters who inspired us back in the day, the 101 on all things Sculpting, Crazy Photography Hacks, and Customers begging for price changes. This is a fun-filled episode that you don't want to miss! ☕ THANK YOU to Nessa for coming into the studio to chat about crafting, life, and all sorts of tea! ⭐ Follow Nessa's IG: https://www.instagram.com/poochyclay/ ⭐ Follow me (peachfetti) for podcast and craft related updates: IG: https://www.instagram.com/peachfetti/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karinna-ly/support

Back with Episode 7 with Estoine of Heartfeltloves (@heartfeltloves)! Bringing 2D sketches into a 3D form with a trusty needle and thread - Estoine has all the tea on working 60+ hours on embroidery projects, how she deals with the IG algorithm & social media blues, and reflects on how she thinks out of the box to create her pieces. Want to start felting & crocheting but need some tips? You'll want to listen to this episode! ☕ THANK YOU to Estoine for coming into the studio to provide her insight on all things felt and embroidery! ⭐ Follow Estoine's IG: https://www.instagram.com/heartfeltloves/ Her commissions will be open in OCT/NOV, so make sure to contact her if you're interested! ⭐ Follow me (peachfetti) for podcast and craft related updates: IG: https://www.instagram.com/peachfetti/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karinna-ly/support

For Episode 6, Carrie of Ohana Craft (@ohanacraft) reminisces 10 years creating as Ohana Craft - all with different successes and troubles along the way! How does she prioritize having fun over numbers & income? How has she dealt with art theft for over 10 years? In this episode we specifically discuss different opinions on tackling the Algorithm, WHY many Asian parents generally discourage their kids to pursue art careers, and the challenges the pandemic brought to crochet artists! This is definitely an episode you don't want to miss! ☕ THANK YOU to Carrie for coming into the studio to provide her thoughts! ⭐ Follow Carrie's IG: https://www.instagram.com/ohanacraft/ ⭐ Her YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjOZIBmloe28nBL9JoSApIA ⭐ Follow me (peachfetti) for podcast and craft related updates: IG: https://www.instagram.com/peachfetti/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karinna-ly/support

Episode 5 is the SPICIEST episode this season thus far! Logan (@star_child_creations) spills all the tea about why you can't cut corners with mold making & acrylic cutting, how artists can see through fake messages and comments, the shipping dilemma and a bunch of piping hot tea on her experiences in the Mold Making Community! It's another episode of full-fledged uncensored madness on this episode ☕ Huge THANK YOU to Logan for being such a great sport and great guest! ⭐ Follow Logan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/star_child_creations/ ⭐ Her Shop: https://www.starchildcreation.com/ ----- ⭐ Follow me (peachfetti) for podcast and craft related updates: IG: https://www.instagram.com/peachfetti/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karinna-ly/support

Ready for Episode 4? Stephanie (@simcoeedibleart) walks us through the process of trial & error and how mistakes can be used as an advantage, how and WHY pricing should not be catered to everyone, and breaks down her process of how she plans and creates her beautiful cookie art. She even shares her infamous sugar cookie recipe with us! Big shoutout to Amy for being a sport and coming onto the pod to spill some tea! ☕ ⭐ Follow Stephanie's IG: https://www.instagram.com/simcoeedibleart/ ----- ⭐ Follow me (peachfetti) for podcast and craft related updates: IG: https://www.instagram.com/peachfetti/ --- Join me each episode as I chat with talented creatives about their craft, how they operate their ventures, advice for others, and get a taste of their personalities behind their brand. I even chime in with my own thoughts during these convos! Brew some of your favorite tea and sit down - It's time to CHAT! ☕ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karinna-ly/support

For Episode 3, we have Emily (@tomatoda_make) opening up about finding her items on Aliexpress, why MONEY TALKS & why YOU need backup plans, and her process creating her iconic clay canes - all UNCENSORED! Thank you to Emily for being her full-fledged uncensored self on this special edition of Peachfetti Presents! ☕ ⭐ Follow Emily's IG: https://www.instagram.com/tomatoda_make/ ⭐ Her Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/tomatoda ----- ⭐ Follow me (peachfetti) for podcast and craft related updates: IG: https://www.instagram.com/peachfetti/ --- Join me each episode as I chat with talented creatives about their craft, how they operate their ventures, advice for others, and get a taste of their personalities behind their brand. I even chime in with my own thoughts during these convos! Brew some of your favorite tea and sit down - It's time to CHAT! ☕ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karinna-ly/support

It's Episode 2! This episode we have Amy (@curiouspapaya) spilling about her experience dealing with stolen art, exposure therapy with numbers & stats, the life of an amigurumi crochet artist, and her tips for beginners looking to start crocheting! Big shoutout to Amy for being a sport and coming onto the pod to spill some tea! ☕ ⭐ Follow Amy's IG: https://www.instagram.com/curiouspapaya/ ----- ⭐ Follow me (peachfetti) for podcast and craft related updates: IG: https://www.instagram.com/peachfetti/ --- Join me each episode as I chat with talented creatives about their craft, how they operate their ventures, advice for others, and get a taste of their personalities behind their brand. I even chime in with my own thoughts during these convos! Brew some of your favorite tea and sit down - It's time to CHAT! ☕ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karinna-ly/support

In this pilot episode, I talk to Birdie Tam (@birdietam.art) about tackling the Algorithm, the infamous Cricut vs. Silhouette debate, adopting a new cat friend, and some "harsh" advice for new artists with business dreams starting out! Thank you to my good friend Birdie for featuring on this first episode! ⭐ Follow Birdie's IG: https://www.instagram.com/birdietam.art/ ----- ⭐ Follow me (peachfetti) for podcast and craft related updates: IG: https://www.instagram.com/peachfetti/ --- Join me each episode as I chat with talented creatives about their craft, how they operate their ventures, advice for others, and get a taste of their personalities behind their brand. I even chime in with my own thoughts during these convos! Brew some of your favorite tea and sit down - It's time to CHAT! ☕ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/karinna-ly/support