Crafting & Coffee with Amy Latta Creations

On today's episode, we discuss our past week on vacation and share some exciting news about upcoming episodes and products we plan on releasing soon!

Hi friends! Today we are going to be discussing the 10 most important tools that beginner quilters need. We will discuss what they are, and why they are useful.

Join us for a deep dive into how I went from a general crafter and hand lettering artist to a fabric designer for one of the leading manufacturers of designer quilting fabric.

So, it’s been four years…oops! Don’t ask. Actually, life got really busy for all of us here at Amy Latta Creations in many different ways. But, we’re back, and we’re better than ever, or at least we hope you think so! Joining me (Amy) is my brand new employee, Noah, who is helping me implement lots of new ideas for the business while he’s on summer break from college. In this episode, we’ll be filling you in on what’s been keeping both of us busy since 2022, what plans we have for Amy Latta Creati...

Find out why Creativity is so important for your heart, your mind, and your whole body!
Check out my brand new book, Practice Makes Progress: My Creative Journal, here:
https://www.amylattacreations.com/practice-makes-progress-my-creative-journal

Here are 4 easy steps to help you spring clean and reorganize your craft room! No matter how big or small your space is, or where in the house it's located, these tips will help you have a neater, more inspiring workspace in no time.

Find out what the DreamBox is, what it does, and why you might need one in your life! https://www.createroom.com/?ref=Gd4Rx

My experiences as a creator on the TikTok app: what's good about it, what's bad, and what's ugly, plus what really happens when you go viral.

We all feel it. We're exhausted by all the ways our lives have changed during this pandemic and desperate for a light at the end of the tunnel. Here are three tips to combat Pandemic Fatigue and help you find a little cheer as we approach the holiday season!

Learn how to choose and arrange objects for a great Still Life photo, painting, or drawing. Great for artists of all ages, including kids doing virtual or home learning!

Here is a fun and quick lesson and project idea for creating a project in the style of Realism. It can be adapted for artists of all ages, including kids who are doing homeschool or distance learning this year!

Here are 7 ways to use your creativity to spread kindness, hope, and cheer during the coronavirus crisis.

If you're a creative person, you probably are all too familiar with "I-can-make-that-itis." How do you know when you should make something yourself or when it's best just to buy it? Here are four questions I ask myself to help me decide!

For those of us who work from home, it can be a real challenge finding and maintaining a healthy work/life balance. Here are my top 5 tips for keeping your business and your personal life on track.

Which is better, hand lettering with pen and paper, or doing it digitally? I think the answer is...YES! Let's talk about the advantages and disadvantages of each option, as well as what supplies you need. 

Have a skill you'd love to share with others? Learn how to turn your passion and knowledge into a workshop format that successfully teaches your skill to an audience. 

Learn how Coworking can help you in your business and how to get started!

Whether you are a blogger, an Etsy seller, or any other type of creative entrepreneur, asking these three questions will help you cultivate your unique brand.

Perfectionism, or "not-good-enough-itis" poses three important dangers to creatives. It keeps us from trying, keeps us from finishing, and keeps us from sharing. So what do we do to stop it?

Today, I'm sharing about the most important tool I use, both in art and in life!

Join me as I talk about the five most common mistakes I see folks make when I teach hand lettering workshops. Then, we'll learn how easy they are to fix! 

Find out what supplies you need to get started with Bible Journaling!

A behind the scenes look at the process of creating my hand lettering books.

There's a game we play that no one ever wins. Let's put a stop to it once and for all!

All of us have been in dry spells creatively; here are four tips you can use to help you get out of a rut and feeling inspired again!

Every year, I'm asked about how I decorate my Christmas tree and manage to use personal ornaments while still creating a "Pinterest perfect" effect. I'm sharing my favorite tree tips today to help you create your own perfect Christmas tree!

Have you ever wondered how to transform your furniture or to give new life to a piece you found at the thrift shop? We'll cover the why and how of upcycling furniture as well as a supply list of everything you'll need. Get ready for a fun and simple project that anyone can do!

I've got a very special guest, my 10 year old son "Little Crafter," who helped inspire my hand lettering book for kids! We're going to give you a fun behind the scenes look at Express Yourself, and I think you're going to be super impressed by this smart, funny kiddo of mine! 

Let's tackle the last two questions about taking your creative passion and using it to generate income! In this episode, we'll look at some reasons to sell your art as well as some tips for physical vs. online sales.

Ever wanted to turn your creative passion into income for yourself and your family? Let's talk through the five big questions you need to consider as you start this venture. By the time we're done this episode and the next, you'll have a business plan and be ready to start making money from your hobby. 

One of the most common things I hear people say is, "Oh, I'm just not creative." Join me as I break down the five lies we tell ourselves that keep us from making awesome things!

Almost every day, I'm asked about my favorite supplies for hand lettering. In this episode, I'll walk you through the basic essentials, as well as other things you'll want to invest in as you continue your lettering journey. 

Guess what! I just gave my craft room a complete overhaul! In today's episode, I'm sharing my top four tips for creating a crafting space you love.