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CAF Podcast: EP 219 | Making in the Mess
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CAF Podcast: EP 219 | Making in the Mess

Breaking the Creative Freeze

Hey friends,

Ever feel like life is just one long string of interruptions, distractions, and messes?

Same.

This week’s episode of Crafty Ass Female is all about making something anyway—even if you're in pain, overwhelmed, or surrounded by noise (literal or emotional). It’s about using creativity as a tool through the chaos—not waiting for the perfect moment that never actually comes.

And yeah, I talk about my headaches. A lot. But whether you’re dealing with chronic illness, the news cycle, home renovations, or just a general “season of suck” — you’re not alone.

Why You’ll Care

Here’s what we’re diving into this week:

  • Creative resistance in the real world – Not the aesthetic Instagram version, but the messy-desk, brain-fog, one-sticker kind.

  • The power of Minimum Viable Success – Why one tiny thing counts and how it keeps your creative practice alive.

  • External chaos is real – From the market to the mess in your kitchen, you’re allowed to still show up and make art.

This one’s for you if you’ve been craving permission to not do it perfectly—and still feel proud you showed up.

Big Takeaways

🎨 You don’t need perfect conditions.
Create right where you are, with whatever you have—even if it’s just a banana fruit sticker.

✏️ Minimum Viable Success is enough.
Lower the bar so you can trip over it. That’s still momentum. That’s still magic.

🖌 Creative practice is feminist resistance.
Reclaim your time, your story, and your right to make something just for you.

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Your Turn

What’s one tiny thing you could do today to reconnect with your creativity?

One word. One sticker. One little card filled out with love. That’s it.

Hit reply if you feel like sharing—or come hang with us inside the chat. We’re making things. Together. Even on the hard days.

You’re doing great. Truly.

See you next week for more creative goodness!

Kristin

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