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The Secret Grove: Creative Conversations

My name’s Maddie and I’m a small business owner and creative entrepreneur. I talk with creators about their handmade journey, how it started, how it makes them feel, and what makes them unique. Whether you're just starting out or are a veteran seller, listen in on a conversation amongst friends. We all get a little lonely sometimes; consider this your bi-weekly pep-talk.

Episodes

Ep. 11: Fine Art for the Absurd

This week I had the opportunity to chat with Courtney of Fine Art for the Absurd. She's an amazing artist combining wood burning and painting to create whimsical, beautiful works of art.  Courtney's Links: Insta: @CourtneyBurkeArt - Website: courtneyburke.art The Secret Grove Insta: @MaddieMusco - Website: thesecretgrovepod.com 

Aug 01, 20222 hr 32 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Ep. 9: Siggy Ceramics

I got to talk with Signe Ariel Sampou of Siggy Ceramics. Ariel is a Cape Cod based ceramicist creating beautifully quirky works of art. We talked about getting older, exploring your own experiences through art and laughed A LOT. Ariel’s Links: Insta: @siggy.ceramics - Website: siggyceramics.com The Secret Grove thesecretgrovepod.com - hello@thesecretgrovepod.com - @maddiemusco

Jun 25, 20221 hr 22 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Ep. 8: Fairy Realtor

This week I got to talk to Lia, aka @fairy.realtor! She is a total badass, working full time, raising a young child, and selling out her Etsy shop on the regular. We talking about showing up on social media, the big "why" behind her work and what keeps her going! Lia's Links:  Insagra: @fairy.realtor - Etys: etsy.com/shop/fairyrealtor

Jun 11, 202254 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Ep. 7: The Inappropriate Artist

This week I got to talk to my good friend Marion, aka The Inappropriate Artist! She's an amazing woman creating watercolor landscapes from her VAN! Yes, just over two years ago she left her home in Connecticut to travel the country and has been doing amazing things ever since. Marion's Links: Instagram: @TheInappropriateArtist - Youtube: The Inappropriate Artist - fineartamerica.com/profiles/marion-stroh Patreon: The Inappropriate Artist - To support Marion by purchasing an original painting, me...

May 28, 20222 hr 33 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Ep. 6: Grimlyn Shop

This week I got to talk to Lyn from Grimlyn Shop! She creates the coolest goth earrings - seriously, her style is completely unique and fits right in with her personality. If you're looking to be inspired by a young woman that knows exactly who she is, this is the episode to listen to! Lyn's Links: Instagram: @GrimlynShop  -  Etsy: etsy.com/shop/grimlyn  -  TikTok: @Grimlyn.Shop rosegrovehandmade.com  -  rosegrovehandmade@gmail.com...

May 10, 202242 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Ep. 5: Liz Homola Art

Meet Liz, a talented oil painter based in Connecticut that hosts art & vintage markets in her own backyard! Liz and I spoke about the basics (and not-so-basics) of oil painting, how to follow and cultivate your creativity, and so much more through this episode. Liz's Links: Insta: @LizHomolaArt Etsy.com/shop/LizHomolaArt rosegrovehandmade@gmail.com RoseGroveHandmade.com

Apr 27, 202252 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Ep. 4: Glass Art and Soul

Meet Julie, the maker behind Glass Art and Soul! Since retiring, she's found a deep connection to the world around her through her art, taking discarded, broken pieces of strangers pasts and giving them new life. We talked about the spiritual process of creating art and how creating something special for a stranger can be the most gratifying of experiences.  Instagram: @glassartandsoul Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Glassartandsoul rosegrovehandmade@gmail.com rosegrovehandmade.com...

Apr 09, 20221 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Ep. 3: The Untwisted Fibre

Meet Crystal Huls of the Untwisted Fibre! She's a fiber arts instructor, amigurumi designer and a little weird - just like me! Find Crystal through the links below and all of the other amazing artists she recommends checking out! Instagram: @midwestvegan_48 Facebook.com/theuntwistedfibre Western Iowa Tech Courses: https://www2.witcc.edu/lifelong-learning/making/crochet-basics/ Other accounts mentioned: @creatingcamden, @craftyintentions and @notyournanasyarnwork rosegrovehandmade@gmail.com roseg...

Mar 25, 20222 hr 17 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Ep.2: Spirit and Luxury Part 2

This week I have the pleasure to talking to Aoife, the woman behind a small, luxury, knitwear business based in Ireland. In this episode, we get into slow fashion, the dichotomy of Spirit(uality) and Luxury, and what it means to be a handmade business owner in an ever-changing world of technology. Find Aoife in the meantime: Instagram: @a.long.ireland & @spiritandluxury Website: along.ie & spiritandluxury.com @rosegrovehandmade rosegrovehandmade.com

Mar 09, 202252 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Ep. 2: Spirit and Luxury Part 1

This week I have the pleasure to talking to Aoife, the woman behind a small, luxury, knitwear business based in Ireland. In this episode, we get into slow fashion, the dichotomy of Spirit(uality) and Luxury, and what it means to be a handmade business owner in an ever-changing world of technology. Find Aoife in the meantime: Instagram: @a.long.ireland & @spiritandluxury Website: along.ie & spiritandluxury.com @rosegrovehandmade rosegrovehandmade.com

Mar 08, 202257 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Ep.1: Caroline's Earrings

This week I have the pleasure of talking to Caroline from Caroline's Earrings! She's a badass engineer that makes beautiful clay artwork for your ears in all of her free time. Caroline fills me in on her biggest wins, feelings of disappointment, and how she uses her business to give back to the BLM movement.  You can find Caroline's Earrings at www.CarolinesEarrings.com Insta: @CarolinesEarrings Facebook: facebook.com/CarolinesEarrings

Feb 24, 20221 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Introducing The Secret Grove

This is the Secret Grove Podcast where I talk about all the struggles and wins of handmade business owners and creators. We'll dive into the "why" behind it all and talk about how to reignite your creative light!  Instagram: @RoseGroveHandmade Email: Hello@RoseGroveHandmade.com RoseGroveHandmade.com

Feb 09, 20227 min