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I'm a Maker Because...with Amanda Krolczyk

Amanda Krolczyk, Woodworker & Artist - Maker Miniviews series. These interviews are quick and to-the-point, check it out.

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Miniviews series - No. 76 with Amanda Krolczyk

You’ve landed on the seventy-sixth installment of the Maker Miniviews (mini, two question interviews) series. Learn more about these maker interviews and view a list of all Miniviews.

Amanda Krolczyk is an artist, maker, and woodworker running Plaid Beaver Co. Plaid Beaver Company was established in Montana under November’s Beaver Moon in late 2017. The nature-inspired decor and art pieces Amanda makes are made from reclaimed materials found throughout western Montana.

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I'm a Maker Because...

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What inspires you to keep making things?

"This unquenchable desire to keep learning burning in my chest."

What one piece of advice would you give to other makers?

"Never feel like you have to stick to just one thing. Explore new ways of making/thinking/seeing, always. Keep your mind fresh and that will reflect in your work."

"Explore new ways of making/thinking/seeing, always..." — Amanda Krolczyk

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