The Tillage Podcast

In today's episode, Jenni, a modern quilter, quilt pattern writer, and owner of Nollie Bean, shares how the concept of "liminal space" has impacted her creative process. Jenni shares how she overcame her doubts and fears while launching her virtual quilting retreat, Quilt Camp, and her tips for managing limiting beliefs in the messy middle. She also shares tools and advice for trusting oneself and dreaming big while planning for the future. This is an uplifting message about the power of growth and transformation in liminal space. Get 50% off your first year of Flodesk Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more. Follow along on INSTAGRAM Sign Up for the The Tillage Podcast Patreon Waitlist

In this podcast episode, Tanya Brown, a textile and graphic designer, shares her journey of leaving a secure teaching job in New York City to pursue a full-time career as an artist. She talks about the fear and anxiety associated with leaving a steady job with benefits and pension, and the catalyst for change that led her to take the leap. Tanya emphasizes the importance of facing fear and taking risks, and the preparation and strategic financial planning that went into making the transition. Get 10% off your Canvas lamp today with Code: Tillage10. Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more. Follow along on INSTAGRAM Sign Up for the NEWSLETTER

In this episode, artist, Miranda Morehouse, shares her journey of how she started her art practice during the pandemic. She talks about how she embraced the "good-ish-ness" of her art and her experience dedicating to creating art for 100 days. This practice of creating consistently helped her grow leaps and bounds as an artist. Miranda also shares her tips for consistent art-making and addresses the misconception that being an artist is an innate talent and provides encouragement to anyone interested in pursuing art. Get one FREE month of Skillshare! Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more. Follow along on INSTAGRAM Sign Up for the NEWSLETTER

In today's episode, Lottie, a self-taught graphic designer opens her heart about raising two small children while also pursuing an MFA. She shares how motherhood and creativity go hand in hand for her, as revisiting her creative side allows her to feel more grounded. Lottie struggled with feelings of guilt when deciding to go back to school, but reframing her thoughts and finding support from other moms helped her overcome it. She believes that the value society places on art and creativity is influenced by upbringing and community beliefs and hopes to empower her children to pursue their passions. *Tillage Village Waitlist Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more.   Follow along on INSTAGRAM  Sign Up for the NEWSLETTER

If I could back in time and tell myself one thing it would be…"Take the time you need to work on yourself, and everything else will fall into place." I can tell you without a shadow of doubt that the big strides and waves I have made in running my business and becoming a working artist have come from working on myself, being curious about my inner critic, and changing the dialogue that my limiting beliefs have created for me. Today I pull back the curtain on my own personal development and what the impact has been on my life. I also share with you my heart beat for The Tillage Village membership and my "why" for creating it in the first place. TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO SIGN UP AS A FOUNDING MEMBER FOR THE TILLAGE VILLAGE. Enrollment re-opens in July. I believe with my whole heart that this community will change the trajectory of your business and make shifts in your mindset. SIGN UP TODAY for The Tillage Village Membership! Get 50% off your first year of Flodesk! Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more. Follow along on INSTAGRAM Sign Up for the NEWSLETTER

Do you take the time to celebrate yourself? Are you celebrating the end result AND the process? In today's episode, surface pattern designer and coach for creatives, Colleen Underwood, unpacks the power of celebration, how we are worthy of celebration, and small ways we can implement celebration in our daily lives. Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more. The Tillage Village is NOW OPEN for enrollment from January 24-31.  Sign up today! Follow along on INSTAGRAM Sign Up for the NEWSLETTER

What would your life look like if you approached new experiences, ideas, or your art with curiosity instead of fear? Surface pattern designer, illustrator, and educator, Genna Blackburn, opens up about all the things she has done to make money from her art and how her mindset helps her approach new opportunities. She also shares how she has worked through her fear of making bad art and gives tips and tricks to help you do the same. Level up your wholesale business with Kim Burks of Ramona and Ruth's course "Connect and Convert." Sign up today for an introductory price and bonuses! Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more. SIGN UP FOR THE WAITLIST FOR THE TILLAGE VILLAGE! Doors open up January 24-31.   Follow along on INSTAGRAM Sign Up for the NEWSLETTER

Are you aware of the signs of burnout? On today's episode, Katie of Modern Magic, shares her story of working her way up to a marketing director and later a marketing consultant only to be left with burnout. She vulnerably shares her healing journey, how she has found alignment in her art practice and starting her own art business, and how she is starting to embrace the messiness of starting over.  Level up your wholesale business with Kim Burks of Ramona and Ruth's course "Connect and Convert." Sign up today for an introductory price and bonuses! Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more. SIGN UP FOR GET OUT OF YOUR OWN WAY BOOTCAMP! Workshop begins January 17-20th. SIGN UP FOR THE WAITLIST FOR THE TILLAGE VILLAGE! Doors open January 24-31.   Follow along on INSTAGRAM Sign Up for the NEWSLETTER

The New Year is upon us which means many of us are stirring with new goals and many hopes for what 2023 will bring. However, before we start making resolutions and goals, let's reflect together! Download my Reflection Worksheet for Artists and Creative Entrepreneurs. Learn how to manufacture overseas with Rebecca Woolbright and Manufacture: Awesome. Hop on the waitlist today! Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more.     SIGN UP FOR THE WAITLIST FOR THE TILLAGE VILLAGE! Doors open January 24-31. Follow along on INSTAGRAM Sign Up for the NEWSLETTER

Are you planning you year and looking ahead? It can be overwhelming to place all of your ambitions and tasks on a calendar. Where do you even start? In today's episode artist, illustrator, and educator, Lisse Teehee, shares her story of leaping into her creative career with intentionality from day one. Being a single mother of three, she speaks on her time management and working in the margins. She also describes how and when she makes work with the seasons: seasons of the year, seasons of her business, and seasons of her creativity level. Learn how to manufacture overseas with Rebecca Woolbright and Manufacture:Awesome. Hop on the waitlist today! Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more.     SIGN UP FOR THE WAITLIST FOR THE TILLAGE VILLAGE! Doors open January 24-31. Follow along on INSTAGRAM Sign Up for the NEWSLETTER