S2E5: I Make Stuff~ Serendipity Pottery

S2E5: I Make Stuff~ Serendipity Pottery

Author: J.Audra.Lane October 8, 2021 Duration: 43:06

This week we got to talk to Shelly Goodmanson, the owner of Serendipity Pottery based in Cashion. Shelly is funny, quirky, and inspirational in her journey to build a business and a life for herself and her family! Listen in and discover why you might just need to make a trip to Cashion, Oklahoma.

Show Notes

  • How did Shelly become interested in pottery?
  • The history of Serendipity Pottery
  • Classes and lessons at Serendipity studio
  • The joy of teaching pottery to children
  • Why she loves pottery so much and the peace it brings
  • Why she didn't like stained glass :)
  • The importance of sharing your craft with others
  • Where you can find her pottery
  • The exciting community project Shelly is spearheading thanks to a grant
  • Shelly's favorite and least favorite parts of making pottery
  • The process of making pottery


Recommended Resources

Paper Pages Bookstore - an independent bookstore in Crescent

The Old Store - an antique store in Piedmont

Junklahoma - Piedmont's annual "junk" show 

The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts


Contact Info

Facebook: Serendipity Pottery

Email: serendipitypots@hotmail.com 

Website: SerendipityPots.com


There's a particular kind of person who builds something from nothing right here in the heartland. Rock the Boat Oklahoma is a series of conversations with those very people, hosted by J.Audra.Lane. This isn't about polished corporate success stories, though success is certainly part of the journey. Instead, each episode pulls up a chair with an Oklahoma entrepreneur to understand the real person behind the business-what keeps them up at night, what made them leap into the unknown, and why they chose this often difficult path. You'll hear from the brave, the unconventional, and the quietly determined individuals who aren't afraid to be called a little weird for pursuing their vision. Through these candid interviews, the podcast reveals the drive, the resilience, and the occasional dose of healthy stubbornness it takes to thrive. It’s about the human spirit of enterprise, found in local shops, startups, and family-run operations across the state. Tuning in, you get more than just business tips; you find a source of genuine inspiration, a reminder that building something meaningful often requires rocking the boat just enough to make waves.
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