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Videos
Fiber Talk at the Nashville Market II
March 3, 2018 - By Gary Parr
Our fourth video is with Kathy Rees of Needle Delights Originals. Kathy gives us a tour of her many new…
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Fiber Talk with Diane Bertelson
January 14, 2018 - By Gary Parr
This week we welcome the very talented painted-canvas designer, Diane Bertelson of Pepperberry Designs. Diane’s passion for needlepoint began more…
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Fiber Talk Midweek Chat, 1-10-18
January 10, 2018 - By Gary Parr
This week’s Midweek Chat is a new video Gary recorded with talented needlepointer Mary McGuire. In the video Gary and…
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Fiber Talk with Debbie Woodard
October 1, 2017 - By Gary Parr
Our guest this week is Debbie Woodard owner of Painted Pony Designs. Debbie began designing needlepoint in 1989, after working…
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Fiber Talk with Abigail Timmis
May 28, 2017 - By Gary Parr
This week’s guest is Abigail Timmis. Abby is a hand embroiderer, needlepoint canvas designer, needlepointer, embroidery instructor, and lover of…
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Midweek Chat: Clean Stitching, Wool, State Fair Entries July 9, 2026
Cindy and Gary have gathered once again to discuss stitching topics we’ve encountered in recent weeks/days. This week’s topics include, the Tour de Broderie, eating while stitching, removing stains, whether wool is making a comeback, state fair entries and the techniques that are still alive, and the new Colour & Cotton store. They got it […]
Gary Parr
Embroidered Gardens, Ribbon Work & Converse Shoes — Lorna Bateman July 5, 2026
Lorna Bateman of Lorna Bateman Embroidery returns to Fiber Talk to talk about her flourishing embroidery design business — from her beautiful “Embroidered Country Gardens” book to stitching on Converse trainer shoes. In this episode: – Her book “Embroidered Country Gardens” and the inspiration behind it – Silk ribbon embroidery techniques and design – How […]
Gary Parr
Appenzeller Whitework & the RSN Certificate Program — Tammy McBean June 29, 2026
Tammy McBean, the Needle Lady of Helvetia joins Gary to explore the beautiful world of Appenzeller whitework — a traditional Swiss embroidery style — and shares her experience with the Royal School of Needlework certificate program. This show is sponsored by Avlea Folk Embroidery at avleafolkembroidery.com. In this episode: —What Appenzeller whitework is and its […]
Gary Parr
Fiber Talk Canvas #8: Starting a New Needlepoint Project June 25, 2026
The June Canvas video focuses on the various things Beth, Cindy, and Gary do when starting a new needlepoint project. This is a very long video that covers a number of topics. Below is a timeline so you can jump around to listen to the topics that interest you. As always, leave your thoughts and […]
Gary Parr
How Teaching Transformed Her Goldwork Designs — Clara Warschauer June 21, 2026
Goldwork embroidery artist Clara Warschauer of Clara Stitching joins Gary to talk about her creative journey–how her design work has evolved over time, the surprising way teaching has made her a better designer, and the influences that shape her intricate goldwork pieces. In this episode:  –How Clara’s goldwork designs have evolved over her career  –Why […]
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