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Fiber Talk Midweek Chat, 9-14-22

When you take a Hazel Blomkamp class, your stitching is on a doodle cloth.
It’s Wednesday, we’re half way to another weekend of stitching, and it’s time to chat. This week Cindy and Gary talk about our experiences with the Mystery in St. Tropez project, upcoming guests, Cindy’s participation in the EGA Hazel Blomkamp seminar, Frixion pens, and Cindy and her chapter’s haul of ribbons at the state fair. Join us tonight at 8:00 Eastern on the Fiber Talk YouTube channel for another installation of the Fiber Talk Stitch Hour. Sunday’s guest: Michael Cook–Cindy and Gary

Listen to the podcast:

https://wetalkfiber.com/podcasts/ftmw256.mp3

This show is also available on FlossTube. Click here to view it.

It took Gary three tries with the center diamond of Mystery in St. Tropez to get a satisfactory look.
You can listen by using the player above or you can subscribe to Fiber Talk through iTunes, Stitcher, Amazon Music, Spotify, Audible, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Podbay, Podbean, and many other podcast sources. To receive e-mail notification of new podcasts, provide your name and e-mail address below. We do not sell/share e-mail addresses.

Gary and Beth’s Mystery in St. Tropez threads video.

Mounting canvas on stretcher bars video.

Here are some links:

Gay Ann Rogers websiteNeedle in a Haystack websiteSassy Jacks Stitchery website

We hope you enjoy the show. We’re always looking for guests, so let me know if there is someone you’d like me to have on the show.

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Category: Podcasts Tags: counted canvas work, cross stitch, embroidery, Gay Ann Rogers, Hazel Blomkamp, Michael Cook, Mystery in St. Tropez, Needle In A Haystack, silk worms, state fair
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Fiber Talk with Sara Dennis

Sara Dennis at the Repair Shop.
Designed and stitched by Sara Dennis.

This week we talk with Sara Dennis, of Sara Dennis Embroidery, in a show sponsored by Sassy Jacks Stitchery. Sara is a graduate of the Royal School of Needlework and a multi-faceted stitcher and needlework designer and one of the artisans who works at The Repair Shop, a popular restoration TV show. She also is a skilled conservator and needlework restorer. Her real love is teaching others to become needleworkers and to advance their skills, especially in her studio at the historic Lancaster Castle. She has also taught at historic landmarks such as the Victoria and Albert Museum, Hampton Court Palace, British Library, and the Royal Free Hospital. Join us to learn more about Sara Dennis and all that she does to further the art of needlework.–Gary

Listen to the podcast:

https://www.wetalkfiber.com/podcasts/ft268.mp3

This show is also available on YouTube. Click here to view it.

This week’s sponsor is Sassy Jacks Stitchery at sassyjacksstitchery.com

You can listen by using the player above or you can subscribe to Fiber Talk through iTunes, Stitcher, Amazon Music, Spotify, Audible, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Podbay, Podbean, and many other podcast sources. To receive e-mail notification of new podcasts, provide your name and e-mail address below. We do not sell/share e-mail addresses.

Here are some Sara Dennis links:

Sassy Jacks Stitchery websiteSara Dennis Embroidery websiteSara Dennis on FacebookSara Dennis on Instagram

We hope you enjoy this week’s conversation with David McCaskill. We’re always looking for guests, so let us know if there is someone you’d like us to have on the show.–Gary

Category: Podcasts Tags: appliqué, blackwork, box making, canvas work, crewel, goldwork, needlework conservation, needlework restoration, Royal School of Needlework, Sara Dennis, Sara Dennis Embroidery, Sassy Jacks Stitchery, silk shading, stump work, tassel making, whitework
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Fiber Talk Midweek Chat, 9-7-22

Mystery in St. Tropez, stitched by Sue Fitzsimmon, designed by Gay Ann Rogers.

We’ve gathered once again in the middle of the week to talk about needlework. Our topics for this go-round include the Mystery in St. Tropez project, Jenifer’s thread selection, what we’ve learned about warp, weft, and ground cloth in general, David McCaskill, and our go-to colors. Join us as we tackle the Mystery in St. Tropez project, sponsored by Needle in a Haystack. You can start by visiting gayannrogers.com to purchase your chart. Also, we hope you’ll be with us tonight at 8:00 p.m. Eastern on the Fiber Talk YouTube channel for another installation of the Fiber Talk Stitch Hour. We always have a great time and frequently learn things. Sunday’s guest: Sara Dennis–Jenifer and Gary

Listen to the podcast:

https://wetalkfiber.com/podcasts/ftmw255.mp3

This show is also available on FlossTube. Click here to view it.

You can listen by using the player above or you can subscribe to Fiber Talk through iTunes, Stitcher, Amazon Music, Spotify, Audible, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Podbay, Podbean, and many other podcast sources. To receive e-mail notification of new podcasts, provide your name and e-mail address below. We do not sell/share e-mail addresses.

Gary and Beth’s Mystery in St. Tropez threads video.

Mounting canvas on stretcher bars video.

Here are some links:

Gay Ann Rogers websiteNeedle in a Haystack websiteSassy Jacks Stitchery website

We hope you enjoy the show. We’re always looking for guests, so let me know if there is someone you’d like me to have on the show.

To add yourself to our mailing list and be notified whenever we post a new podcast, provide your name and email address below. You won’t get spam and we won’t share your address.

Category: Podcasts Tags: Cathe Ray, counted-canvas needlepoint, cross stitch, embroidery, Gay Ann Rogers, Mystery in St. Tropez, Needle In A Haystack, needlepoint
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Fiber Talk with David McCaskill

Carousel by David McCaskill.
David’s Bottles design also serves as his color wheel.

Our guest this week is needlepoint designer and teacher, David McCaskill. The podcast is sponsored by CyberPointers at cyberpointers.org. David has a long history in the hobby as a painted-canvas designer, counted-canvas designer, teacher, shop owner, and advocate for the hobby. His career is a most-interesting journey and we explore just about all of it in an entertaining conversation. We’re confident you’ll enjoy the show and encourage you to visit David’s online channels and sign up for an upcoming class.–Beth and Gary

Listen to the podcast:

https://www.wetalkfiber.com/podcasts/ft267.mp3

This show is also available on YouTube. Click here to view it.

Join CyberPointers at cyberpointers.org.

You can listen by using the player above or you can subscribe to Fiber Talk through iTunes, Stitcher, Amazon Music, Spotify, Audible, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Podbay, Podbean, and many other podcast sources. To receive e-mail notification of new podcasts, provide your name and e-mail address below. We do not sell/share e-mail addresses.

Here are some Tracy Franklin links:

CyberPointers websiteDavid McCaskill’s websiteDavid McCaskill on Facebook

We hope you enjoy this week’s conversation with David McCaskill. We’re always looking for guests, so let us know if there is someone you’d like us to have on the show.–Gary

Category: Podcasts Tags: counted-canvas needlepoint, Cyberpointers, David McCaskill, needlepoint, painted canvas needlepoint
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Fiber Talk Midweek Chat, 8-31-22

Heart by Cindy Baldwin.
It’s Wednesday and Cindy and Gary felt the need to gather and talk about needlework. This week we talked about the Mystery in St. Tropez project, pros and cons of removing selvage from needlepoint canvas, the difference between warp and weft and the fact that we really don’t have a clue, when to cut threads in lengths and when not to, storing threads, and the importance of being constructive when instructing and/or helping others. Note that there is no Stitch Hour tonight. We’ll return next Wednesday night. Sunday’s guest: David McCaskill.–Cindy and Gary

Listen to the podcast:

https://wetalkfiber.com/podcasts/ftmw254.mp3

This show is also available on FlossTube. Click here to view it.

You can listen by using the player above or you can subscribe to Fiber Talk through iTunes, Stitcher, Amazon Music, Spotify, Audible, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Podbay, Podbean, and many other podcast sources. To receive e-mail notification of new podcasts, provide your name and e-mail address below. We do not sell/share e-mail addresses.

Gary and Beth’s Mystery in St. Tropez threads video.

Here are some links:

Gay Ann Rogers websiteNeedle in a Haystack websiteSassy Jacks Stitchery website

We hope you enjoy the show. We’re always looking for guests, so let me know if there is someone you’d like me to have on the show.

To add yourself to our mailing list and be notified whenever we post a new podcast, provide your name and email address below. You won’t get spam and we won’t share your address.

Category: Podcasts Tags: canvas selvage, constructive criticism, counted canvas work, cross stitch, Gay Ann Rogers, Mystery in St. Tropez, needlepoint, painted canvas, thread storage