Episode 320: Slow Down and Look Around w/ Sophia Conley @malevolentleather
Oct 18, 2026 · 1 hr 35 min · 13 segments
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**Sponsored By:** **Bits+Bits Co** Get your hands on the best bits in the business! With their proprietary AstraHP Coating that helps keep your bits cool and stay sharper, longer. Most orders ship the same business day if placed before 2:45 pm pacific. Use code “AWP” for 10% off your order! https://bitsbits.com/ **WTB Woodworking** Check out WTBwoodworking.com for all your woodworking needs! In store specials, Giveaways, custom wood milling, and more! Huntingdon Valley PA Store now open! Enter the monthly giveaway by going to: https://www.wtbwoodworking.com/giveaway **Special Guest:** **Sophia Conley** https://www.instagram.com/malevolentleather/ https://www.malevolentleather.com/shop 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 09:39 Meet Sophia Conley: The Functional Artist 20:24 Sophia's Journey into Leatherworking 25:29 Teaching at Maker Camp: Experiences and Insights 25:51 Creative Growth and Wood Turning Adventures 32:49 Community Connections and Personal Growth at Maker Camp 37:24 The Fake Wedding: A Celebration of Community 45:03 Reflections on Maker Camp's Success and Future 47:22 Looking Ahead: The Future of Maker Camp 47:48 Planning for Next Year's Maker Camp 50:08 Creating a Supportive Environment for New Attendees 51:37 Embracing the Chaos of Maker Camp 01:01:25 Sophia's Zion Residency Experience 01:08:19 The Importance of Art in Nature Conservation 01:11:51 The Power of Presence in Productivity 01:13:59 Navigating Pricing Strategies 01:16:22 Exploring New Marketplaces 01:18:22 Balancing Creativity and Deadlines 01:21:11 The Importance of Support Systems 01:25:00 Experiences at Maker Camp **Please consider becoming a patron of our show!** http://ILOVEAWP.com **Podcast:** https://www.instagram.com/anotherwoodshoppodcast/ https://www.youtube.com/anotherwoodshoppodcast https://www.etsy.com/shop/awpstore **Dan:** https://www.instagram.com/danieldunlap.woodworks/ https://www.youtube.com/danieldunlap https://www.etsy.com/shop/ddwwstore **Braden:** https://www.instagram.com/littlebugwoodworking/ https://www.youtube.com/@littlebugwoodworking https://littlebugwoodworking.com/ Support the show
**Sponsored By:** **Bits+Bits Co** Get your hands on the best bits in the business! With their proprietary AstraHP Coating that helps keep your bits cool and stay sharper, longer. Most orders ship…
