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In this episode of Creative Juggle Joy, Delores Naskrent sits down with color expert Telva Chase to unpack why so many surface‑pattern designers struggle with color confidence.

Telva shares the hidden gaps in art‑school training, explains why relying on personal taste can sabotage commercial success, and offers a clear framework for choosing colors that resonate with your market.

She walks listeners through common mistakes—being out of sync with trends, market misalignment and playing it safe—and provides practical exercises like recoloring a design three ways to build confidence fast.

Ready to ditch palette paralysis?

Hit play to learn Telva’s simple exercises and start choosing colors with purpose.

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Guest Telva Chase Links:

Posts | Truffle Art Design

Truffle Art Design - Telva Chase

Empowering Surface Pattern Design Learning Tools at Telvas Toolbox

Telva's Instagram

truffle_art's shop on Spoonflower: fabric, wallpaper and home decor

Telva's Books on Amazon: Amazon.com: Telva E Chase: books, biography, latest update

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