November 2020 – Fiber Talk

Posted on November 29, 2020 by Gary Parr — Leave a comment

Fiber Talk with Nicoletta Carbone

The Giuliana Ricama team: Nicoletta Carbone, Commercial Manager; Martina Nichilo, Editorial Manager; and Romina Turrini, Administration (l-r).

This week we travel to Verona, Italy to talk with Nicoletta Carbone, Commercial Manager and Sales and Web Executive of the magazine “Giuliana Ricama.” In our conversation, we learn about the magazine’s history, focus, and audience, and how it’s now serving needleworkers worldwide with the new English version. We also get a glimpse into the Italian needlework world. Special thanks for Mari for doing all of the interpretation work. I’m confident you’ll enjoy the conversation and encourage you to consider subscribing to “Giuliana Ricama.”–Gary

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Posted on November 25, 2020 by Gary Parr — Leave a comment

Fiber Talk Midweek Chat, 11-25-20

Spring HIll by Karen Kluba of Rosewood Manor. Our SAL, sponsored by Needle in a Haystack, will start Jan. 1

Wednesday has arrived as scheduled and Beth and Gary have gathered to chat about needlework. This week’s topics include our upcoming Springhill SAL by Rosewood Manor and the kits sponsor Needle in a Haystack is assembling, using digital technology to organize needlework projects, Beth’s venture into casket making, our participation in the Thistle Threads 17th Century Whitework Sampler project, and the pros and cons of saying yes to challenging projects. We hope you enjoy the show and encourage you to join us for the Springhill SAL. Kit details from Needle in a Haystack are coming soon.–Beth and Gary

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Posted on November 22, 2020 by Gary Parr — Leave a comment

Fiber Talk with Stephanie Bonneau II

Haute couture flower by Stephanie Bonneau.

Stephanie Bonneau, of Atelier Saint Clare, returns this week for a second conversation. Our first conversation with Stephanie was October 18. In that first conversation, we learned about Stephanie’s career and experiences in the needle arts. We did not have enough time to explore the many years she has spent working in the world of haute couture. This week we devote the entire show to learning how that world of fashion works and the roles a skilled embroiderer plays in creating some of the world’s top fashion pieces. We hope you enjoy the show and gain at least a small sense of what goes on behind the scenes of a top fashion house.–Gary

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Posted on November 18, 2020 by Gary Parr — Leave a comment

Fiber Talk Midweek Chat, 11-18-20

Biscornu stitched and finished by Jenifer.

Needle In A Haystack is sponsoring our SAL of the Rosewood Manor design, Springhill. Kits available soon and we start stitching Jan. 1.

It’s Wednesday once again. Jenifer and Gary gather to talk about the factors that make us lose interest in and stop stitching projects that we initially liked, and what it is that draws us to a project. We also experience Gary confusing Sulky cotton thread with NPI silk and almost convincing Jenifer. In addition, we announce a new SAL. On Jan. 1 we will start stitching Springhill by Rosewood Manor. The SAL is sponsored by Needle in a Haystack. Jenifer, Beth, and Gary are each planning to stitch Springhill in a different thread set. More information is coming as soon as Cathe makes the conversions and gets the kits together. Join us tonight for the Stitch Hour at 8:00 p.m. Eastern when we’ll talk about stitching painted-canvas designs with our guest, Patricia Sone.–Jenifer and Gary

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Posted on November 15, 2020 by Gary Parr — 1 Comment

Fiber Talk with Patricia Sone

Angels designed and stitched by Patricia Sone.

Our topic this week is painted-canvas needlepoint and our guest artist is Patricia Sone. Patricia created her first design when she was a little girl and has been stitching and designing ever since. Join us for an enjoyable conversation about her needlework journey and some tips for needlepointers. Patricia will also be our guest for the Fiber Talk Stitch Hour, Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern on the Fiber Talk YouTube channel at wetalkfiber.com/youtube. Join us as Patricia shares her design insights and talks about how she stitched and finished several of her designs.–Gary

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