Bewitched Crafts with Tracy Miller

This podcast features content for paper crafters, card makers, stampers and scrapbookers while exploring many aspects of a creative lifestyle.

Weekly Challenge 06/10/2025

Weekly Challenge It turns out I really struggle to resist a dare. Challenge me to do something and I have the urge to prove myself. It shows up in everything from reading challenges (check out the cool connections challenge I'm doing this summer) and even my Toastmasters journey. It's like a game and it brings momentum. It's a way to think outside the box and get stuff done. My weekly newsletter includes a crafty challenge to motivate you! Sign up now to give it a try https://bewitchedcrafts.convertri.com/congratscard /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/36931585

Summer themes 06/03/2025

Summer themes I'm toying with the idea of selecting a theme for my summer, a sort of guiding principle or clear priority for the next three months. I love the idea of this kind of clarity and I love how well it translates into a scrapbook. Now if only I could narrow it down...summer reading, adventure, connection? /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/36826765

Toastmasters and Storytelling 05/20/2025

Toastmasters and Storytelling I recently attended my first Toastmasters conference. Reflecting on my Toastmasters journey, I've learned that this organization is about so much more than public speaking. It truly is about finding your voice and learning to share your unforgetable story. Learning and growing with this incredible community has my creative energy flowing. I can't wait to tell you all about it! /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/36635815

Obsessed 05/13/2025

Obsessed Join me for a fun episode packed with stories about the things that are currently making me happy and how I plan to include them in my scrapbook. I'm talking about gardening, reading,and nail polish plus crafts and creativity. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/36543210

Stamp Out Hunger 05/06/2025

Stamp Out Hunger I've got a fun challenge for storytellers, scrapbookers, and anyone who loves to journal. Let's document our charitable work and tell the story of the personal connections we have to the causes we support. Want to experience the satisfaction of making a difference this weekend? It's as easy as picking up a few non perishable items on your grocery run and leaving them by the mailbox the Saturday! /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/36448920

Embarrassment of Riches 04/29/2025

Embarrassment of Riches Welcome to the April wrap up. I'm currently planning my scrapbook layouts and many of my favorite photos came from the Big Three events we talked about at the beginning of the month. There was so much good stuff going on in April! To much of a good thing left me with a large number of competing priorities, a messy house, and an urge to plan for more balance next month. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/36349920

Reunion 04/22/2025

Reunion My 35th high school reunion is this coming weekend. As someone who is painfully introverted, social skills are something I work on. I decided to try the ice breaker "what's keeping you busy these days?" I'm also sharing how my Cloudy Stencil solved a case of crafter's block. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/36256885

U Turn Toolbox 04/15/2025

U Turn Toolbox The looming dread of tax day, a decision with unintended consquences, a frustrating project that fails to satisfy...so many circumstances can lead us to the place of nagging ick. If you find yourself ruminating and you need to let something go, it can be helpful to have a resource in your art journal or smash book. Today, I'm sharing the toolkit I use to change my attitude and make an energetic U turn. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/36146805

Three Is The Magic Number 04/08/2025

Three Is The Magic Number It's time for my favorite part of planning, the monthly Big Three! I've found that the three things I do to replenish my spirit often lead to my favorite photos and layouts. This month several good things came in triplicate. Listen in to find out more, plus vote for my next read. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/36047195

Hop Into Creativity 04/01/2025

Hop Into Creativity Confession time. I have an incredible collection of bunny stamps. I put rabbits on garden themed projects, Spring, Easter, and even baby themed projects. I love bunnies. How did I come to be obsessed with rabbits? Get ready because in this episode, I am sharing my famous bunny story. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/35953470

When It All Goes Wrong 03/25/2025

When It All Goes Wrong Let's be honest; not every card comes out as planned. I don't love all of my creations. Lots of them delight me but some are just ok. What do you do when a card project just isn't coming together? What can you do when a card just feels meh? I'm sharing my ideas and one important thing to remember in this episode. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/35847985

Lucky 03/18/2025

Lucky Happy St. Patrick's Day! Last week I made a really cute card featuring shamrocks and a die cut sentiment. I challenged myself to find multiple uses for me die, which creates the word Lucky. I came up with quotes, phrases, and even a song to fill me scrapbook pages. I've even got ideas for a series of cards with the sentiment Lucky to have a friend like you. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/35740510

5 Senses Spring Layout 03/11/2025

5 Senses Spring Layout Let's explore a new way to capture what we love about Spring. This episode, inspired by Gretchen Rubin's Life In Five Senses, explores how we can document our memories and experiences with a focus on what we can see, hear, smell, taste, and touch. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/35621245

Making the Most of March 03/04/2025

Making the Most of March Are you ready to plan your month and the experiences that will energize you? It's time for our monthly Big Three! Join me and create the memorable experiences that will likely become the subject of your favorite scrapbook layouts. Stick around until the end to hear my ideas for an Oscar/Best Picture themed layout. March Mystery Madness is back! Book people, the recommendations in this episode include: Meet Your Baker by Ellie Alexander A Curious Beginning ( A Veronica Speedwell Mystery) Louisiana Longshot Jane Eyre (read along with The Read Well Podcast Book Club) Wide Sargasso Sea The Secret History of Jane Eyre Looking for information on my mystery boxes? Email me or check out our /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/35523185

Craft Spaces and Mystery Boxes 02/25/2025

Craft Spaces and Mystery Boxes Moving out of my craft studio has me feeling overwhelmed and uninspired. In today's episode, I am seeking tips for creating a new craft space, dreaming big, and getting down to the details of what I want. As I sort through my supplies, I've decided to let go of a number of Close To My Heart stamps sets. Many are new, some gently used, and a few having matching dies. Some coordinate with Cricut cardtridges as well. These will be offered in mystery boxes with 10 stamp sets valued at $175 or more for $30 plus shipping. Get on my email list to learn more. Click the Sign Up button our today! /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/35416895

Beginner Tips 02/18/2025

Beginner Tips Just getting started with paper crafting? I've got some useful tips for you. In this episode we'll talk about stamping basics like seasoning new stamps, my favorite tip for fussy cutting, and when to replace your trimmer blade. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/35323770

ToolKit 02/11/2025

ToolKit This episode was inspired by a recent misadventure in packing. I'm moving my craft studio and feeling overwhelmed with the creation of my new space. While I get everything set up, I want to be able to work in a temporary space, but I only have room for the essentials. This is my list of the top ten tools in my essentials kit. Think anyone will notice if I have a Big Shot on my coffee table? /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/35233775

Planning Plus Pages 02/04/2025

Planning Plus Pages Join me as I plan three experiences I want to give myself in February using the Big Three method. I'm exploring small, unique celebrations, seasonal treats, and more. I can't wait to document these and create scrapbook pages of the things that light me up, spark my creative energy, and reflect my favorite version of me. I hope you'll play along and share on our ! /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/35141500

The Good The Bad and The Ugly 2024 01/28/2025

The Good The Bad and The Ugly 2024 Get ready to craft along with me as I walk you through the process of creating a year end wrap up layout for your scrapbook. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/35041065

Creating Space 01/21/2025

Creating Space As the next phase of my home renovations wrap up, I'm excited about simplifying processes and making space for new things, but first I've got to wade through nearly 30 years of closet clutter. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/34935410

January Delights 01/14/2025

January Delights What's keeping me alive this January? I'm sharing a list of delightful things...most of them are keeping me warm. I'm excited to turn this list of seasonal favorites into a scrapbook layout. Don't forget to download your BINGO card and play along this January. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/34845780

2025 Kick Off 01/07/2025

2025 Kick Off Let's get the New Year started right! In this episode, I have an update on my remodeling project, lots to say about the energy of fresh starts, and exciting news about the coming weeks. Make sure you are signed up for my newsletter to join in the fun. I've got a punny card coming out tomorrow and a crafty bingo challenge coming soon. Don't forget this is the time to select your photos if you want to scrapbook along with me to create a year end wrap up layout. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/34751920

Capturing Holiday Magic 12/24/2024

Capturing Holiday Magic Christmas is coming! Are you capturing the memories and the magic? Photos and journaling will keep the magic alive in your scrapbook. Delight in the stories and the traditions, savor the recipes, and share the love. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/34595645

Holiday Big Three 12/17/2024

Holiday Big Three It's time to check in our the experiences we most want to gift ourselves this month and how we'll capture them for our scrapbooks /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/34479710

Holidaze Rush 12/10/2024

Holidaze Rush With just 16 days until Christmas, the pace of life can feel brutal. With so much going on (returning from a trip to Paris, renovations at home) I find myself craving some time to slow down and connect. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/34358720

Paris 12/03/2024

Paris I've just returned from six days in Paris and I can't wait to tell you about it! I'm also sharing what I want to convey in my travel album plus tips for using size and color to enhance your message. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/34258310

Sweet Holiday Selfcare 11/19/2024

Sweet Holiday Selfcare In this episode I am sharing twelve unique ideas for selfcare as we enter the busy holiday season. Let's prioritize the things that mean the most by focusing on how we want to feel. I'll be cultivating connection, celebrating traditions, and slowing down to enjoy everything from water color workbooks to holiday romance novels. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/33989507

My Paris Scrapbook 11/12/2024

My Paris Scrapbook In 1988, I was a 15 year old American exploring the streets of Paris with a group of students. I had my camera and the worst accent imaginable. I also had the time of my life. Watching my history books come alive in front of me in this incredibly vibrant city made my heart sing. Now, many years later, as I plan my upcoming visit in Paris, I'm taking a break from the guide books and packing to look through my Paris scrapbook and relive the joy of my first trip. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/33891642

Scrapbook Your Vote 11/05/2024

Scrapbook Your Vote While this episode does not include the mention of any specific candidate, party, platform or ballot initiative, it is all about voting. I'm thinking of creating a tutorial dedicated to including this election in your scrapbook. Let's document the practical aspects of going to the polls as well as the values reflected in our ballot choices. The tutorial will include patriotic images and colors, but it will not be political. We'll create a two page spread and a space for hidden journaling while we capture this historic moment for generations to come. If this sounds good to you, email me at [email protected] /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/33788417

Decide Once 10/29/2024

Decide Once This week I am applying the Lazy Genius principle Decide Once to my favorite paper crafting hobbies - cardmaking and scrapbooking. This principle saves me time, frustration, and money! Kendra Adachi has inspired me to be a genius about what matters to me, but this tip works even if you haven't figured that part out yet. It's simple. It's practical and I'm sharing ideas to make it work for you. /episode/index/show/bewitchedcrafts/id/33654032

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