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Fiber Talk with Hazel Blomkamp

 
A design from Hazel Blomkamp’s book “Crewel Creatures.”
Hazel Blomkamp’s latest book, “Crewel Birds.”

Hazel Blomkamp is a talented designer, popular teacher, successful author, and has been a catalyst in changing the way we view crewel embroidery. We’re excited to have her join us this week in a show that is sponsored by Sassy Jacks Stitchery (sassyjacksstitchery.com) and the Embroiderers’ Guild of America (egausa.org). Join us to learn about Hazel’s needle and thread journey, her upcoming book, and the active business she and her staff run today.–Gary and Beth

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

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Fiber Talk with Lizzy Pye

Goldwork Embroidery, a new book by Lizzy Pye of Laurelin Embroidery.

Lizzy Pye of Laurelin Embroidery and Needlework joins us this week to talk about her years of study and teaching at the Royal School of Needlework, how she developed her design and education business, the many techniques she offers, working on Kate Middleton’s wedding gown, and her new book “Goldwork Embroidery.” We’re confident you’ll enjoy hearing this talented designer’s story and exploring her many creative and original designs.–Gary

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Water lily whitework design by Lizzy Pye.

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I hope you enjoy this week’s conversation with Lizzy Pye. I’m always looking for guests, so let me know if there is someone you’d like me to have on the show.–Gary

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Fiber Talk with Emma Doggart and Morgan Fowles

This week’s guests are Moran Fowles and Emma Doggart of the Royal School of Needlework.

 

Project from a raised-embroidery day class.

This week’s guests are Emma Doggart, head of marketing, and Morgan Fowles, trustee of the Royal School of Needlework. We had an enlightening conversation about the vast and varied aspects of the needle arts offered by the school, in addition to a fascinating history of fostering and advancing the hobby we all love. An added bonus this week: The Royal School of Needlework is offering a 10% discount off of any of their online courses, now through April 30. To receive the discount, go to rsnonlinecourses.com and enter talk10. The offer is only valid on online courses. Enjoy the show then go to the Royal School website and sign up for an online course. Try something new. It’ll be fun.–Gary

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View from a classroom in Hampton Court Palace.

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Game of Thrones embroidery on display.

I hope you enjoy this week’s conversation with Emma and Morgan. I’m always looking for guests, so let me know if there is someone you’d like me to have on the show.–Gary

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Fiber Talk with Tanja Berlin

Bluebird designed by Tanja Berlin.
Tanja Berlin of Berlin Embroidery Designs is an active international teacher who is highly skilled at stitching and designing with several needlework techniques. She trained and taught at the Royal School of Needlework. After traveling the world, she now lives in Canada where she designs needlework and teaches online courses when she’s not traveling. In her spare time, she trains and participates in agility competitions with her two Old English sheepdogs. It’s a fun ride hearing her story and learning about the many ways she contributes to the needle arts.–Gary

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Blackwork butterfly designed by Tanja Berlin.
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I hope you enjoy this week’s conversation with Tanja Berlin. I’m always looking for guests, so let me know if there is someone you’d like me to have on the show.–Gary

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Fiber Talk with Phillipa Turnbull

Lion design by Phillipa Turnbull, The Crewel Work Company.
We travel to England this week to visit with Phillipa Turnbull of The Crewel Work Company, one of the true masters of crewel designs and techniques. Phillipa and her business partner/daughter Laura work with castles, country houses, and museums around Britain to ensure precious private embroidery collections are understood and appreciated by fellow enthusiasts. Our conversation is a riveting exploration of English needlework history, discovery and restoration, and crewel stitching materials and techniques.–Gary

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Phillipa Turnbull at work.

Lady Anne’s Flowers by Phillipa Turnbull.
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I hope you enjoy this week’s conversation with Phillipa Turnbull. I’m always looking for guests, so let me know if there is someone you’d like me to have on the show.–Gary

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