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Dawn Lewis
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#1 - A quick introduction and welcome
The Craft Room Podcast
02/25/19 • 9 min
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Hello ... and welcome ... I am so excited that you’re joining me today for this very first podcast episode. I’m going to try to keep this intro episode short and sweet, so we can get to the good stuff, but I thought I’d introduce myself and give you an idea of what this podcast is all about.
You may have guessed by the title, each week we will be in the craft room ... talking all things craft. You may also have guessed that I really love craft ... and this is true. I love it so much that I created a career around it, and I can talk about it all day long. Since lots of my crafty friends live far away, and my cat doesn’t seem interested in discussing Mama Elephant’s new release, or the fun crochet pattern I just discovered ... a podcast seemed like a good idea. I’m super excited to have someone to talk to about all sorts of crafts, and I would love to know what crafts you’re into. You can let me know by leaving a comment on the blog post ... HERE.
Fair warning, I will likely talk about stamping, cardmaking, colouring and papercraft quite a bit, as that’s the main focus of my business. However, I have a couple of quilting projects on the go, I just bought a new crochet pattern to try, and I usually have a couple of embroidery or cross stitch projects underway at any given time. I do enjoy painting, although I don’t get to paint as often as I’d like. I teach classes locally ... embroidery, dollmaking, crochet and painting on fabric ... and it’s so fun to connect with other craft-loving ladies in person ... definitely one of my favourite things!
At this point you may be wondering ... “Who is this Dawn Lewis, and what does she even know about craft?” ... a fair question indeed. Well ... while I wouldn’t call myself a specialist expert in any one craft, I do have experience with a LOT of different types of crafts, techniques and products, and I’ve worked professionally in the Australian craft industry for over a decade. Being a professional crafter is incredibly cool, and I’ve been able to say yes to some incredible opportunities ... designing for some amazing brands including Semco, Francheville, Milford Threads, DMC and Australian Girl dolls. I’ve been on some cool design teams, like KennyK Stamps, Little Miss Muffett, Tiddly Inks and Kindred Stamps. I’ve had original projects published in Australian craft magazines including Handmade, APQ, Patchwork & Stitching, Australian Stamping Cardmaking & Papercraft. Definitely the coolest job I’ve ever had has been hosting and present on Scrap It TV, from seasons 3 through 7. That was such a fun gig! I’ve had businesses selling handmade things, from ceramics to folk art, dolls to bags, and right now I have an online store specialising in stamping. I’m a qualified Copic instructor and authorised Copic stockist. So ... yeah ... when I said I loved craft, I really, really meant it. Craft isn’t just craft ... it’s so much more, for so many people. For some people, it’s their happy place, for others it’s a way to exercise their creativity. Getting lost in your favourite craft allows you to take time out from the craziness of life and do something that makes us truly happy. Craft can help us express ourselves, meditate, earn a little extra cash, meet new people and so much more.
When it comes to this podcast, I have so many ideas, but what I’m most interested is helping people craft within their budget, and get more bang for your buck from the craft supplies you choose. And while I will probably talk a lot about papercraft, I’m excited to mix it up, because so many ideas translate across many different craft mediums. I have some fun guests to interview, and other times it’ll just be you and me, and I hope you’ll join me each week. Episodes will be positive, upbeat and encouraging, with practical tips and ideas ... and they’ll likely be longer than this one. I tried to keep this intro episode short-ish, so you can move on to episodes 2 and 3, in case you’re a fan of binding new podcasts (which is something I love to do!).
So rather than continuing to waffle on, I’ll sign off so we can get to the good stuff, and I’m sure we’ll get to know each other better as the podcast goes on.
Thanks so much for joining me in the craft room today. If you enjoyed this episode and want to know more, check out the show notes, or the blog post at dawnlewis.com.au/podcast__. Maybe tell a friend or leave a review on itunes or stitcher ... I’d really appreciate it. I do hope you have a very crafty day, and I will see you next time. Bye for now.
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#25 Crafting in Isolation
The Craft Room Podcast
04/28/20 • 25 min
This is happening ... I think we need to talk about crafting in isolation. If you're listening to this as it goes to air, it is towards the end of April 2020 and we're in a pandemic. Whether you prefer to say that you’re stuck stuck inside or safe at home, self isolation is a thing.
Now, I know you might be thinking, “Oh, she's going to tell us we should make the most of our time, seize this opportunity and do lots of craft.”. Well, yes and no. I do have a list of 14 things that you, as a crafter, might find useful right now. But they are only ideas. This list might be equally as useful to you in other situations, like if you find yourself confined to the house with a broken leg, recovering from surgery, taking annual leave ... so it’s not all COVID-19 doom and gloom. If you just don’t feel like doing anything, I have some thoughts on that as well.
1. Make items for essential workers 2. Art Exhibition 3. Craft for Charity 4. Level up your craft skills 5. Organize your Craft Supplies 6. Finish Things 7. Teach someone your craft 8. Do a Challenge 9. Craft socially via Zoom 10. Catch up on Your Favourite Crafty YouTubers 11. Break up with a craft 12. Take an online class or course 13. Take stock of your Supplies and Shop Online 14. Prepare for Christmas Also ... do something ... or do nothing. What will make you feel better today? If you found this episode helpful, and wish to support the postcast, you can head HERE and make a small donation. LINKS: Episode 25 blog post Episode 22 - Crafting in Times of Crisis The Kindness Pandemic (Facebook group) Blog Post - Cardmaking Super Powers Free Digital stamps (pinned to top of Facebook page) Crafting for charity directory Episode 12 - Organising craft supplies Episode 7 - Should you Kondo your Craft? Cartooning YouTube Channel (Brad Colbow) Cartooning Class TikTok desk makeover video Episode 6 - Lost Craft Mojo Episode 20 -Set up a Custom Planner Episode 19 - Handmade Christmas

#20 Setting up a Custom Planner
The Craft Room Podcast
11/25/19 • 39 min
In today's episode, let's talk about ways you can set up a planner to help you become more organised.
We're going to cover ... Christmas Planner Craft Planner Other ideas for useful planners
Check out the blog for a full full transcript of this episode.
https://www.dawnlewis.com.au/podcast20 OTHER LINKS
Planner Addicts Australia, Facebook group Australian planner insert stores Aussie Planner Chick Tia's Pretty Creations Chasing Planner Peace Kourageous Studios Planners Anon Crazy Organized May Paper Co Kristina Werner Ink blending: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJ3Cah5esns https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLev1dSX2Ew https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfEI-qfcF9s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJ7OFrZIjSw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mdOKqYW3eWI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3zBoE4jsk8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDTYeFp1bl0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cTjMn1XkG6Y Waffle Flower, Colour Combo stamp & die bundle Waffle Flower, Color Wheels stamps Waffle Flower, Combo Swatch stamp Waffle flower, Combo Swatch stamp & die bundle Planner supplies Copic Hex Chart by Sandy Allnock Tania Cordie’s Paper and Me 2 blog Episode 18 – Crochet

#23 Creativation 2020
The Craft Room Podcast
02/15/20 • 26 min
In January 2020 I attended Creativation ... a craft trade show in Phoenix, AZ, USA. I have wanted to attend this show for over a decade, and the 33 hour travel time was 100% worth it.
In todays episode I'm answering the questions people asked me before, during and after the show, sharing my take-aways and some behind the scenes stories.
You can find a full transcript of todays episode and a whole lot of photos on my blog.
LINKS Ep 23 Blog post Jess Francisco - Instagram The Perfect Stamp, UK - Instagram Pear Blossom Press - Instagram Heffy Doodle - Instagram RinaK Designs - Instagram Simon Hurley - Instagram Tim Holtz - Instagram Lynda Kanase / iCrafter - Instagram Darkroom Door - Instagram Jennifer McGuire - YouTube The Crafty Chica (Kathy) - YouTube Laura Bassen - YouTube Claire Reagan - Etsy

#22 Crafting in Times of Crisis
The Craft Room Podcast
12/23/19 • 36 min
Before we get into todays episode, a quick content warning. I will be mentioning Australian bushfires, animal rescue carers and people who have passed away, including angel babies. It’s not a graphic discussion, it’s more part of the narrative about how we can help people in distressing situations. If these are sensitive topics for you, please take care of yourself when listening.
Today we are talking about crafting in times of crisis. We crafters are really good at this ... we’ve done it so many times before and we are doing it right now. Over the past few weeks, watching the craft community band together to make a very big difference to Australia's wildlife carers, I’ve felt very proud to be a crafter. I’ve had a lot of thoughts, a lot of emotions, and thought we could talk about ways we can use our crafting superpowers for the greater good.
When someone is suffering ... our friends, our family, our community, our country, our world at large ... we feel, as human beings, like we wish there was something we could do. Obviously the go-to response is to make a monetary donation. But sometimes even if you do make that donation, you still feel like it's not enough. We wish that we, personally, could physically do something to help right now. And as crafters I think we are really lucky and privileged because there is often something that we can do with our own two hands right now to help out. Here are the top five ways that we, as crafters, can help in times of crisis.
1. Make physical items 2. Donate from your stash 3. Teach 4. Spread the word 5. Make to sell / fundraise
Photo credit for podcast thumbnail (Joey in a hanging pouch) - Courtney White
LINKS Article about crafting in times of crisis
Animal Rescue Craft Guild FB group
Rescue Craft Co FB group Knitting Nanas Against Gas Pussy Hat Project (Women’s Electoral Lobby) Angel Gowns for Australian Angel Babies HERE
Knitting socks for soldiers - article
Sewing For Charity Australia Website ... or ... Facebook page
Craft Ministry Australia Website ... or ... 4 page directory

#21 Craft Retreats
The Craft Room Podcast
12/02/19 • 28 min
I went on a craft retreat with my friend Marni a couple of months ago. It got me thinking about all the amazing retreats I have been on, ones I would like to go on and the differences between them. Craft retreats come with different durations, different price points, different levels of structure and different kinds of accommodation. You can expect a different experience from different types of retreats. So I thought we could have a chat about them.
1. Day tripping 2. Cheap and cheerful 3. Mid-range retreat 4. High-end retreat 5. Conference 6. Craft cruise 7. Overseas tour You can find a full transcript of todays episode HERE
LINKS
FDAA (Folk & Decorative Artists Association of Australia) Unmistakable Creations Craft Cruises Darkroom Door India Tour My 6x6 template blog post (free) One Sheet Wonder PDF (free) Perfected One Sheet Wonder template Mario Quilt pattern & instructions (free) Minecraft Quilt pattern & instructions (free)

#24 Gift Ideas for Crafters
The Craft Room Podcast
03/31/20 • 26 min
Last month The Craft Room Podcast had it’s first birthday, and I had my ... something-th birthday, and that started me thinking about how tricky it can be to buy for crafters sometimes. Then the Coronavirus became a pandemic, and I’ve found myself sending cards and little gifts to people to brighten their day (and perhaps I bought myself some little gifts as well). During that time we had a blackout, and whilst looking for a book to read, I came across a rather old book called The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman. It got me thinking about how people show their affection for others, and how others actions make them feel loved and appreciated ... and I realised that this could absolutely be applied to gifting crafters! So, for a bit of fun, let’s have a look at the five love languages, and how we can use them to figure out great gift ideas. Some of these were easy, a couple were rather tricky, and I’ll have some bonus suggestions at the end. It’s also helpful to note that most people have more than one of these love languages, which doubles your options in the way that you approach gift giving for them.
- Gifts
- Quality Time
- Acts of Service
- Words of Affirmation
- Physical Touch
I have some other ideas as well, and you can find photos and links mentioned in this episode on my blog HERE. Pixel Power Design Fangirl Stitches Clouds Factory Episode 5 - Top 10 things you need to start quilting The Five Love Languages, Gary Chapman Gift Certificate to my store My YouTube channel My TikTok channel

#19 Preparing for a Handmade Christmas
The Craft Room Podcast
10/23/19 • 40 min
In today's episode, let's talk about ways you can start preparing to get organised for a handmade Christmas.
We're going to cover ... Christmas Cards Christmas Gifts Christmas Decorations
Check out the blog for a full full transcript of this episode.
https://www.dawnlewis.com.au/podcast19 OTHER LINKS Art cards with a New Zealand theme by Jenny Latto Current card swap information Episode 17 - Craft Swaps Free One Sheet Wonder template Perfected One Sheet Wonder template (shop) 6" x 6" template & video

#18 Top 7 things you need for Crochet
The Craft Room Podcast
10/06/19 • 36 min
In today's episode, let's talk about the 7 essential items you need to begin crocheting.
1. Crochet Hook 2. Yarn 3. Pattern 4. Teacher 5. Scissors 6. Darning / Tapestry needle 7. Patience Check out the blog for a full full transcript of this episode.
https://www.dawnlewis.com.au/podcast18 OTHER LINKS Episode 7 - Should you Kondo your Craft? Crochet hook conversion chart Micro crochet example Crochet terminology conversion chart Symbol chart example Etsy - crochet Ravelry Seahorse crochet pattern Crochet heart tutorial video Crochet angel wings tutorial video My sister's Etsy crochet store Australian animal crochet patterns Angel Gowns charity

#26 Adhesives
The Craft Room Podcast
07/02/20 • 30 min
Today we are talking about adhesives, and there are so many different options, each suited for a variety of uses. Over the years I’ve found that adhesives fall into one of three categories ...
Spray adhesives Liquid adhesives Dry adhesives
Having a sound understanding the strengths and weaknesses and the pros and cons of each different kind of adhesive is beneficial to all crafters. Having a good knowledge of what the different adhesives have to offer can help save your hard work and your beautiful project from a tragic end at the hands of poor glue choices. LINKS
Episode 5 - Top 10 things you need to start quilting Episode 17 - Craft Swaps Marni's Blog Tombow Mono Liquid Glue Ranger Glossy Accents Ranger Multi Medium Matte Tonic Tim Holtz Glass Media Mat (Left Handed) Xyron Adhesive Eraser Double Sided Tape
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How many episodes does The Craft Room Podcast have?
The Craft Room Podcast currently has 34 episodes available.
What topics does The Craft Room Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Leisure, Quilting, Hobbies, Craft, Diy, Podcasts, Hobby, Crafts and Knitting.
What is the most popular episode on The Craft Room Podcast?
The episode title '#1 - A quick introduction and welcome' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Craft Room Podcast?
The average episode length on The Craft Room Podcast is 32 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Craft Room Podcast released?
Episodes of The Craft Room Podcast are typically released every 21 days, 7 hours.
When was the first episode of The Craft Room Podcast?
The first episode of The Craft Room Podcast was released on Feb 25, 2019.
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