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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 Krista West II

Folk Flourishes designs by Krista West.
One of the Avlea work bag designs.
It’s been four years since we did a full interview with Krista West of Avlea Folk Embroidery and much as happened since that initial conversation. This show is sponsored by Sassy Jacks Stitchery, sassyjacksstitchery.com. When we first talked to Krista, Avlea was in its infancy. In the time that has passed, Krista has made Avlea into a significant contributor to the art of needlework, while carving out and establishing a niche for needlework that is used on a daily basis instead of framed and hung on a wall. The history and culture of her designs and color palette add yet another unique dimension to her work. In this conversation we learn about the Avlea journey since 2019, the new work bag kits, and Folk Flourishes, a new series of designs for garment embroidery. Wednesday, March 20, Krista will join us live for the Fiber Talk Stitch Hour to show some of her new designs, particularly the work bags and Folk Flourishes. Join us at 8:00 p.m. Eastern on the Fiber Talk YouTube channel.–Beth and Gary

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Fiber Talk with Georgina Bellamy

Sculptural goldwork by Georgina Bellamy.
Goldwork needle art created by Georgina Bellamy.
This week’s Fiber Talk guest is That Embroidery Girl, Georgina Bellamy. The show is sponsored by Avlea Folk Embroidery. Out of commuting necessity, Georgina developed her technique for creating Sculptural Goldwork. She has combined that with her fashion background and a lot of determination to build a career designing and teaching impressive needle art. “Inspirations” magazine has published two of her designs. One is the Jewel of the Sea turtle that appears in the “Passion for Needlework, Blakiston Creamery” book. Georgina loves to teach and you can expect new classes in the near future. Her designs are impressive and unique, as is her needlework journey. Be sure to visit her social media pages to see more of her art.–Beth and Gary

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Fiber Talk with Maureen Laughlin

Zardozie embroidery from a Needlework Tours & Cruises event.
Needlework tours, cruises, and the upcoming World Needlework Convention are our topics this week with Maureen Laughlin of Needlework Tours & Cruises. The show is sponsored by Avlea Folk Embroidery. Maureen is a needleworker who loves to travel. She combined her two loves and, with her husband, created a family business to help others enjoy the world of needlework. Needlework Tours & Cruises has partnered with “Inspirations” magazine to offer the World Needlework Convention, which will be held Oct. 5 to 15 in London and other locations. Enjoy the show and visit the Needlework Tours & Cruises website for all of the travel details.–Gary

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Balkan Quartet, a new design from show sponsor Avlea Folk Embroidery.
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Fiber Talk Midweek Chat, 5-19-21

Basketweaving Jenifer did at the Celebration of Needlework event.

Jenifer returned from five days at the Celebration of Needlework event and Wednesday arrived so we decided to talk about her experiences, the projects she acquired, and her “restrained” shopping efforts. We also talk about what it’s like trying to fit in at an event such as this when you’re by yourself and don’t know anyone. For people who are basically introverts, it can be a challenge. We also touch on ergonomics in Gary’s upcoming studio, the various projects we have in play, and our upcoming Stitch Hour guests. Sunday’s guest: Susan Hoekstra.–Jenifer and Gary

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The Red Hussiff project Susan Greening Davis taught at the Celebration of Needlework event.

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