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Episode 19 :Verne Horst : The Need to Create

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THE POWER OF CONNECTION AND CREATIVITY IN THE MAKER COMMUNITY In this episode, we dive into the significance of making, sharing, and the emotional bonds created through craftsmanship. My guest, Vern Horst, highlights how creating isn't just about tools or finished products—it's about connecting with others and ourselves. Whether you're crafting sentimental pens or collaborating on large projects, the message is clear: making fosters community, healing, and personal fulfillment. IN THIS EPISODE: * The importance of creativity as a lifelong compulsion and mental necessity * How gifts like sentimental pens help preserve memories and strengthen bonds * The impact of making on mental health and emotional well-being * Unique project ideas, from denim artisan pieces to memorial urns * Strategies for overcoming creative challenges, including taking breaks and collaborative efforts * The role of maker communities, spaces, and social media in expanding inspiration * The value of sharing your work not just as art but as a way to give meaning and memories RESOURCES & LINKS: * Vern Makes [https://www.vernmakes.com/] * Heather Segal Designs * Create and Connect Podcast [https://createandconnectpodcast.com/] * Maker Camp [https://makercamp.com/] * Silent Mars [https://silentmars.com/] * Deadrise Crafts [https://deadrisecrafts.com/] * Instagram: Vern Makes [https://instagram.com/vernmakes] * YouTube: Vern Makes [https://youtube.com/vernmakes] CONNECT WITH VERN HORST: * Instagram [https://instagram.com/vernmakes] * TikTok [https://tiktok.com/@vernmakes] * YouTube [https://youtube.com/vernmakes] ADDITIONAL NOTES: Vern exemplifies how craftsmanship is a pathway to personal expression, mental health, and community engagement. His projects range from sentimental pens that keep loved ones’ memories alive to collaborations pushing technical boundaries. Remember, the act of making is about more than the finished product—it's about the stories, memories, and connections we forge along the way.

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Episode 19 :Verne Horst : The Need to Create

THE POWER OF CONNECTION AND CREATIVITY IN THE MAKER COMMUNITY In this episode, we dive into the significance of making, sharing, and the emotional bonds created through craftsmanship. My guest, Vern Horst, highlights how creating isn't just about tools or finished products—it's about connecting with others and ourselves. Whether you're crafting sentimental pens or collaborating on large projects, the message is clear: making fosters community, healing, and personal fulfillment. IN THIS EPISODE: * The importance of creativity as a lifelong compulsion and mental necessity * How gifts like sentimental pens help preserve memories and strengthen bonds * The impact of making on mental health and emotional well-being * Unique project ideas, from denim artisan pieces to memorial urns * Strategies for overcoming creative challenges, including taking breaks and collaborative efforts * The role of maker communities, spaces, and social media in expanding inspiration * The value of sharing your work not just as art but as a way to give meaning and memories RESOURCES & LINKS: * Vern Makes [https://www.vernmakes.com/] * Heather Segal Designs * Create and Connect Podcast [https://createandconnectpodcast.com/] * Maker Camp [https://makercamp.com/] * Silent Mars [https://silentmars.com/] * Deadrise Crafts [https://deadrisecrafts.com/] * Instagram: Vern Makes [https://instagram.com/vernmakes] * YouTube: Vern Makes [https://youtube.com/vernmakes] CONNECT WITH VERN HORST: * Instagram [https://instagram.com/vernmakes] * TikTok [https://tiktok.com/@vernmakes] * YouTube [https://youtube.com/vernmakes] ADDITIONAL NOTES: Vern exemplifies how craftsmanship is a pathway to personal expression, mental health, and community engagement. His projects range from sentimental pens that keep loved ones’ memories alive to collaborations pushing technical boundaries. Remember, the act of making is about more than the finished product—it's about the stories, memories, and connections we forge along the way.

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