Welcome to Season 4!

I am back with new episodes a month early! August and September is when I record new episodes with guests for the first half of the upcoming season, which is why I normally start the season in October. However, things changed a bit this season. I was presented with the opportunity to interview one of the finalist makers from the NBC tv show, Making It. How exciting is that!!! I immediately chose Melanio Gomez, as he was my favorite maker of this season. I needed to publish this episode as close to the season finale as possible. So here we are, a month early! It is very exciting and I am so psyched about this season.

Join Make and Decorate Friends

https://make-and-decorate-friends.mn.co/share/x5iiJZxiVoE8bWGx?utm_source=manual This is the link to my group of Make and Decorate Friends. It is an alternative to FB groups, and has no ads, no algorithms and is a private group - so no trolls either. You can post pictures of your makes, podcast questions, or start a conversation. This is FREE to join, so come on over and join us!!

My Conversation with Melanio Gomez

Melanio has an incredibly fascinating story of how he acquired and honed creative skills from his youth throughout his career. He talks about learning new crafts and skills from his work, collaborations, and travels. He is a freelance Prop Stylist and Set Designer for companies like Perigold, Wayfair, Living Martha Stewart, Architectural Digest and many more.

Like many of us, Melanio loves to make beautiful things, like lamps, handmade book bound boxes, hand blocked holiday cards, and more. He has a keen eye for interior design, and he sews! I think there is nothing that he cannot do, and if he has never done a new to him technique, he will dive in and try it out.

I hope you enjoy our conversation, and draw as much inspiration from Melanio as I have. Also be sure to watch season 3 of Making It. The show has completed airing, but you can watch the entire season on Peacock, or Hulu.