Feeling excited to try embroidery but not sure where to begin? This episode is your friendly starting point. Kathleen breaks down exactly what makes a good beginner project and shares her top picks to help you build confidence and fall in love with stitching — no perfection required.

Whether you’re stitching during nap time or carving out time for a new creative hobby, these projects are simple, fun, and totally doable.

You’ll hear about:

• The key features of a beginner-friendly embroidery project
• Kathleen’s go-to starter picks (including her Stitch Sampler Guide)
• Tips for avoiding frustration and keeping your momentum
• How to make embroidery a relaxing part of your day — even if you're busy

Takeaway:

You don’t need fancy supplies or hours of free time. Just start small, stitch with joy, and enjoy the process.

Resources Mentioned:

• Free Stitch Sampler Guide

Connect:

• Instagram: @‌artsylyons
• Website: artsylyons.com

Ever felt like you’re chasing a dream no one else understands? In this heartfelt episode, Kathleen opens up about the early days of building Artsy Lyons — when embroidery was still just a side project, and polite smiles or confused stares were the norm.

She shares how she kept going when it felt like no one “got it,” and how trusting the vision on her heart made all the difference.

This one’s for the quiet creators, the hopeful mamas, and the ones building something beautiful in the background.

You’ll hear about:

• The discouragement of explaining your dream (and feeling dismissed)
• How to keep showing up when the support isn’t there yet
• Why your dream doesn’t need validation to be worth it
• The power of finding just one person who does get it
• The slow, sacred process of proving it to yourself first

Takeaway: You don’t need everyone to understand. You just need to trust yourself enough to begin.

Connect:

• Instagram: @‌artsylyons
• Website: artsylyons.com

If you’ve ever found yourself holding back from pursuing a creative dream — this episode is for you.

In this vulnerable conversation, Kathleen shares the fears that almost made her walk away from embroidery, the moment that made her stay, and how choosing to start anyway changed everything.

Whether you’re hesitating to share your art, launch your shop, or simply call yourself a creative — you’ll find honesty and encouragement here.

You’ll hear about:

• The doubts that almost kept Kathleen from starting Artsy Lyons
• The well-meaning advice that made her second-guess her niche
• How one tiny embroidered onesie brought everything back into focus
• Why fear isn’t the enemy — it’s proof that you care
• What’s possible when you show up anyway

Takeaway: You don’t need to be fearless — just willing. Your art matters. Your ambition matters. And the first step is yours to take.

Connect:

• Instagram: @‌artsylyons
• Website: artsylyons.com