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A HandBuilt Life

by Heather Lou + Amy V
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About the show

From Closet Core Studios comes: A Handbuilt Life. Join hosts Heather Lou and Amy V as they check in on their various hobbies and obsessions, from sewing to woodworking, gardening, and more. They'll speak to industry experts from all walks of life to discuss what fuels their passions and drives their creativity — because a good life is always a work in progress. Find us: Shop - www.closetcorepatterns.com Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/closetcorepatterns/ YouTube - @closetcorepatterns