welcome
I’m Nicole – a neurospicy creative entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience.
My goal is simple: to help you pursue your creativity as a passion or profession with mindful productivity, self-compassionate goals, and fulfilling progress.
Picture me as your best-friend mentor, here to support you through your ups, downs, and all the in-betweens with lessons from my own perfectly imperfect journey.
Together, we’ll dive into mindset shifts, practical tools, and strategies that make real progress not only doable but something you’ll actually look forward to.
The idea of “hustle culture” makes you cringe—you’d rather aim for meaningful, mindful progress.
You’ve got big ideas, but the usual “just do it” advice feels like wearing someone else’s shoes — uncomfortable and not quite you.
Your inner critic shows up at the worst times, and you’re ready to tell it, “Thank you, but no, thank you.”
You want a mentor who’s like a supportive friend, someone who’s been through the ups and downs of creative business life and values flexibility, self-compassion, and the occasional detour.
You’re looking for a community where quirks are celebrated, and there’s no pressure to “fit in”.
And finally, if Dolly Parton or Nina Simon are on your playlist, we’re off to a great start. 🎶
if you're looking for quick fixes, that's not my style.
But if you want a guide who understands the creative path, cheers you on through self-doubt, and helps you uncover your next steps, you're in the right place.
CELEBRATE PROGRESS,
NOT PERFECTION.
ready to get started?
Grab my FREE
Goal-Getting Roadmap for Creatives
This workbook is designed to help you turn big dreams into actionable steps. This guide walks you through setting clear intentions, breaking down your goals, and staying motivated along the way.
What’s Inside:
- A step-by-step plan to map out and get your goals
- Bite-sized actions that keep things manageable
- Tips to stay aligned with what matters most to you
My Greatest Hits
Pursuing your creativity is no walk in the park, but it’s absolutely doable. I know, because I started my creative business with no clue, no formal art education, and just $100 in the bank and here are some of my proudest moments.
Built a thriving six-figure clothing line, Random Nicole, that grew from a flea market booth to being featured in over 250 shops worldwide.
Opened Orange County’s first modern craft studio, The Craft Kitchen and taught hundreds of craft workshops.
Co-founded Patchwork Show—Orange County’s first large-scale indie craft fair—now 17 years strong, supporting thousands of creative businesses across nearly a dozen cities.
Launched Craftcation, the first conference of its kind in the U.S., that has served thousands of creatives and thrived for over a decade.
Ready for a soundtrack after my ‘greatest hits’? Check out my go-to playlists—perfect for fueling creativity or sparking your next big idea.
Let’s uncover and achieve your goals together!
HERE’S HOW WE CAN WORK TOGETHER…
Our exclusive online space, creatives like you gain practical skills, personalized coaching, accountability, and expert-led classes to fuel your next big leap—all while being surrounded by a supportive community.
Because if there’s one thing I know, it’s that we’re stronger together.
CAMP is our goal-setting program for creatives. It’s where “woo-woo” meets real work. We’ll dive into mindful, compassionate goal-getting with virtual accountability “cabins” that bring genuine connections.
Because growth feels so much better when you have a solid crew cheering you on.
looking for a boost?
I'VE GOT A PEP TALK JUST FOR YOU!
want to hang out?
join me at our in-person events!
EST: 2007
Our multi-city festival celebrating local creativity and community with maker booths, crafting, food and music.
EST: 2012
Our life-changing business and makers conference with 200+ workshops, social events and wellness activities.
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love from creatives i’ve worked with
Nicole helped me find direction when I felt lost and paralyzed, giving me the tools and confidence to start selling my work. She genuinely cared about my success and shared invaluable advice on using social media. Her coaching was worth every penny—I finally feel like I have someone in my corner rooting for me.”
-Gay Heit (Heit Ceramics)
Nicole took the time to truly understand my work and business—she came prepared with ideas, strategies, and genuine support that helped me find my own answers along the way. Her honest, thoughtful guidance was exactly what I needed, and our consultations were both inspiring and incredibly helpful.
-Sarah Martinez (Snoogs & Wilde)
