Author Archives: Michelle Millichip

Creativity and Motherhood – My Experiences So Far

Creativity and Motherhood – My Experiences So Far

So… this post is about motherhood and creativity, but don’t be deterred if you aren’t a mum, you may still find the information on productivity and creating in the middle of life useful. If not, perhaps you will be more interested in one of these instead. I have been working on the post for aContinue ReadingContinue Reading

Inspirational Artisantopian – Jo Crawford

Inspirational Artisantopian – Jo Crawford

Welcome to the third in the Inspirational Artisantopian interview series – where I talk to creative people who are using the Internet to support or inspire their creativity and that of others. Today I’m pleased to introduce you to Jo Crawford of Crafting the Sacred.  Jo is a coach and intuitive reader based in theContinue ReadingContinue Reading

Inspirational Artisantopian – Ellie Di Julio

Inspirational Artisantopian – Ellie Di Julio

Welcome to the second in the Inspirational Artisantopian interview series – where I talk to creative people who are using the Internet to support or inspire their creativity and that of others.   Today I’m pleased to introduce you to Ellie Di Julio. Ellie is a psychologist, writer and collage artist living in Ontario, Canada.Continue ReadingContinue Reading

Snippets #4

I really enjoyed this article on Wish Studio about blending creativity with motherhood, as it’s something I struggle with. I’ve been thinking a lot over the past few days how by trying to separate these two parts of my life, I am creating unnecessary struggle for myself. This line really resonated with me: A motherContinue Reading

Pinterest – Virtual Pinboard Guide

Pinterest – Virtual Pinboard Guide

I’ve just discovered Pinterest and I can see why people looove it ! According to the clever people behind Pinterest: Think of Pinterest as a virtual pinboard — a place where you can create collections of things you love and “follow” collections created by other people. People use Pinterest to collect and share all sortsContinue ReadingContinue Reading

Free Blogging Service Comparison

You’ve thought about all the reasons for blogging and have decided you’re ready to setup your own. I’d suggest starting with a free blog service to test the waters, see if it’s truly for you before you sign yourself up for 12 months hosting. But which one? Following is a quick overview of the featuresContinue Reading

Snippets 18 May 2011

Stampington are adding to their already impressive list of magazines with a new publication “Create With Me”. Looks interesting!   Oh my, this video by Goddess Leonie on Creative Everyday is just awesome. Go, watch! This is one of my all time favourite songs by one of my favourite performers. I have seen Diesel liveContinue Reading

Inspirational Artisantopian – Goddess Leonie

Inspirational Artisantopian – Goddess Leonie

Goddess Leonie, of GoddessGuidebook.com is one of the most unique, inspiring, glitter-sprinkling people you are ever likely to meet. And it is my honour to be interviewing her today. Goddess Leonie is a mum, a writer, artist, creator, retreat maker and blogger who supports her family from her blogging.  Her focus, no her passion, isContinue ReadingContinue Reading

Why Use Twitter? I explain why I love it so!

Why Use Twitter? I explain why I love it so!

Yesterday, I was catching up with a good friend and she said to me “I’ve been trying out Twitter – but I still don’t get it” and I went into my usual quick overview of how you can use Twitter. But it got me thinking – why do I love it so much when otherContinue ReadingContinue Reading

Inspirational Artisantopian – Amanda Blake Soule

Inspirational Artisantopian – Amanda Blake Soule

Amanda Blake Soule blogs at SouleMama where she shares stories of family, craft and homemaking. Based in Maine, USA, she is mum to four little ones, with another due very soon. 5 kids! That alone is awe inspiring. She started blogging in Feb 2005 (the complete archives can be found here). She has also writtenContinue ReadingContinue Reading