Make and Design with Carina Gardner

A Design podcast by Carina Gardner

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Carina Gardner unravels the everyday joys and dilemmas of design, making, and business. This inside scoop into fabric design, paper design, die cut design, and crafting will help bring more creativity and joy in your life. Carina Gardner has a Ph.D. in Design and was the Creative Director of Cartabella Paper Co. and MiniLou. She has designed everything from dishware to bracelets under her brand. She currently designs fabric and die cutting files while teaching other designers how to create meaningful design work while making a residual income online.

Recent Episodes

Episode 536 - I'm A Designer. Now What?
Published: October 21, 2025
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Episode 535 - The Startling Truth About What AI Is Doing To The Design Industry
Published: October 14, 2025
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Episode 534 - Feeling Behind? Listen to This
Published: October 7, 2025
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Episode 533 - The Locked Drawer
Published: September 30, 2025
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Episode 532 - Negotiation Secrets Every Designer Needs with Carina Gardner & Susie Tomenchuk
Published: September 23, 2025
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Episode 531- Feeling Invisible? 3 Marketing Layers You Need
Published: September 16, 2025
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Episode 530 - Is It Too Late To Start A Design Career?
Published: September 9, 2025
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Episode 529 - Designing While Momming - How I Built My Business With Kids At Home
Published: September 2, 2025
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Episode 528 Design Advice I Would Give My Younger Self
Published: August 26, 2025
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Episode 527 Why Does Creative Potential Suffer?
Published: August 19, 2025
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