{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/63fb6a2a0a0d230011254661/6486557c4e2e6200109209a1?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"When Your Side Hustle Becomes Your Business…Turning Self-Taught Creative Passions Into Something You’re Proud of and Making Art Wearable With Rachael Skidmore of Made by Maeberry","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/63fb6a2a0a0d230011254661/1677421313922-5976927b4d8e4832a2fed92e65979aa2.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Margo is joined by self-taught polymer clay artist Rachael Skidmore.&nbsp; Rachael’s passion for self-expression, penchant for artistic creativity, and dedication to hard work have been the foundation of her success as a small business owner for over 13 years.</p><p>She established MadebyMaeberry in Aug 2019 and has inspired large audiences through her social media presence online and delivered hands-on teaching by hosting intimate classes in person.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>While she is widely recognized in the polymer clay community for producing high-quality pieces, her voice of genuine support for inclusivity is what makes her stand out as a creator. A curator of color with a knack for original design and tantalizing patterns, Rachael takes inspiration from all aspects of her life; from her passion for vintage clothing to her love for hiking in the mountains with her family.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Margo and Rachael discuss:&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Her journey from social work to polymer clay creativity</li><li>Her mental health journey: therapy, medication, and living with ADHD</li><li>The importance of having people to lean on to aide in your success</li><li>How to scale when you like to work for yourself and by yourself</li><li>Finding harmony between creative work and family life</li><li>Risk taking and growing her audience</li><li>Her experience in publishing a book</li><li>And more</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Rachael:</strong></p><p><a href=\"http://madebymaeberry.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">http://madebymaeberry.com/</a></p><p><a href=\"http://www.instagram.com/madebymaeberry\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.instagram.com/madebymaeberry</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.quarto.com/books/9780760382738/polymer-clay-jewelry\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Polymer Clay Jewelry; The Ultimate Guide to Making Wearable Art Earrings</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.domestika.org/en/courses/2868-polymer-clay-jewelry-design-for-beginners\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Polymer Clay Jewelry Design for Beginners (Dometika Course)</a></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Margo Tantau"}