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Fiber Talk with Joana Augusto

A selection of designs by Joana Augusto.
Octopus design by Joana Augusto.
This week we are joined by the Cross Stitch Geek, Joana Augusto. The show is sponsored by Avlea Folk Embroidery and the new Folk Flourishes kits. Joana is a long-distance runner, scientist, and a cross-stitch designer who loves converting cross stitches into science-themed designs. In our conversation we learn about her origins in Portugal, moving to Canada, doing PhD research on pilot-whale behavior, and how she became a cross-stitch designer. She creates beautiful, approachable designs that stitchers at all skill levels will enjoy. After you enjoy our conversation, be sure to check out her Etsy shop to explore her creations.–Gary

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Fiber Talk with Sylvia Stecker

“Beloved,” a reproduction sampler from Running with Needles and Scissors.

Sylvia Stecker of Running with Needles and Scissors joins us this week for a show sponsored by Sassy Jacks Stitchery and the Embroiderers’ Guild of America. Sylvia is an avid collector and reproducer of antique samplers. She’s lived in and visits Germany frequently so she brings a different view/experience to samplers than we usually see. Her “Beloved” reproduction is a true standout. Sylvia doesn’t stop at reproduction samplers. She also creates her own designs and has a very pleasing eye for her originals. Her button series is truly unique. Sylvia’s business is relatively new on the scene. She did her first Nashville Market this past spring and is already lining up designs for the 2024 market. Visit her website and follow her on Instagram and her FlossTube channel to keep up with all of the new things that are coming up.–Gary

Acorn buttons by Sylvia Stecker.

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Fiber Talk with Kimberly Jolly

First release in the Prim Stitch Series by Lori Holt of Bee in My Bonnet Co. Series runs from June 2020 to July 2021 at Fat Quarter Shop.

This week’s guest is Kimberly Jolly, owner of the Fat Quarter Shop. We have an enjoyable discussion about how Kimberly started her needlework career, transitioned from a corporate job to the Fat Quarter Shop, and moved that rapidly growing business out of a crowded house. We explore Kimberly’s stitching interests, the growth of her business, and how she manages an active business and family, and still finds time to stitch. Be sure to visit the Fat Quarter Shop website to explore the many projects they have to offer and check out her Flosstube show every Wednesday.–Gary

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Sew by Row design by Lori Holt from the Fat Quarter Shop.

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Fiber Talk with Cyndy Young

Sweeter than Honey, a design by Cyndy Young of Luhu Stitches.
A Squirrel and His Nut by Cyndy Young, Luhu Stitches.

This week’s guest is Cyndy Young of Luhu Stitches. Thanks to Fire Poppies for sponsoring the show. It’s an enlightening conversation in which we explore the design process as it happens for Cyndy, her approach to color, and how her work is influenced by artists such as Richard Scarry, Mary Blair, and Charley Harper. Cyndy produces designs that will add a new dimension to your stitching.–Gary

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Fiber Talk with Misty Pursel

A Robin’s Discovery by Misty Pursel

Misty Pursel, designer and owner of Luminous Fiber Arts, is our guest this week. The show is sponsored by Fire Poppies. Misty describes her work as cute and whimsical cross-stitch designs. What she doesn’t say is the she has a unique talent for inserting some sophistication into her “cute” designs and a tremendous ability to effectively use bright, bold colors. It was a real pleasure to learn what goes on in the mind of a very talented designer. Enjoy the show.–Gary

Coffee First, Then the Worm, by Misty Pursel

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Savor Every Stitch by Misty Pursel