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Posted on March 26, 2022 by Gary Parr — Leave a comment

Fiber Talk with Ilke Cochrane IV

Ilke’s Jacobean design for the RSN certificate.

Ilke Cochrane’s goldwork design for the RSN module.

Ilke Cochrane returns for a fourth visit this week in a show sponsored by Sassy Jacks Stitchery. In addition to learning about Ilke’s design and teaching efforts, we have an in-depth discussion about what it’s like to work toward the Royal School of Needlework certificate, how classes are conducted, the amount of work that goes each phase, and how evaluations provide feedback on your work. It’s an insightful discussion that will likely get you excited about taking an RSN course. Enjoy the conversation and be sure to visit Ilke’s website to explore the variety of stitching designs she has to offer.–Beth and Gary

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

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Posted on May 9, 2021May 9, 2021 by Gary Parr — Leave a comment

Fiber Talk with RSN’s Dr. Susan Kay-Williams and Jacqui McDonald

Jacqui McDonald’s filming/photography setup.

Dr. Susan Kay-Williams, Chief Executive, and Jacqui McDonald, RSN Tutor and Stitch Bank Developer, of the Royal School of Needlework, join us this week in a show sponsored by Sassy Jacks Stitchery and the Embroiderers’ Guild of America. In our discussion, we look at pandemic-driven changes at the RSN that are going to expand global access to the many programs they have to offer. The big excitement, and the primary focus of the show, is the upcoming RSN Stitch Bank and accompanying Adopt a Stitch Campaign. Jacquie MacDonald is managing this new effort and it promises to be one of the best resources available to needleworkers of all types and skill levels. Adopting a stitch is quite affordable and maybe something your group might consider. Enjoy the show and make some time to explore the educational opportunities offered by the Royal School of Needlework.–Gary

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Here are some photos showing development of the RSN Stitch Bank.

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I hope you enjoy this week’s conversation with Susan Kay-Williams and Jacqui McDonald. 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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Posted on June 21, 2020 by Gary Parr — 1 Comment

Fiber Talk with Helen McCook

When the pamphlet fell at Helen McCook’s feet, it initiated a multi-faceted career of needlework design and education that clearly is nowhere near slowing down. Join us and our sponsors, EGA and Sassy Jacks Stitchery, as we explore the many accomplishments of this highly skilled needle artist. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Helen McCook.–Gary

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Posted on May 27, 2020 by Gary Parr — 2 Comments

Fiber Talk Midweek Chat, 5-27-20

It’s late in the day and the recording is very fresh, but it’s still Wednesday so, technically, we’re on schedule. Sassy Jacks is sponsoring while Gary and Vonna talk about how the Covid virus and quarantining are changing needlework, most likely, for the better; the many ways needleworkers have of performing the same tasks and that none of those ways is wrong; and our participation with Alicia Hemphill and Michelle Garrette as part of the VeloStitchers fund-raising team for the Cleveland Clinic Velosano event. To pledge money or joint the team, visit give.ccf.org/velostitchers. We hope you enjoy the show and invite you to join us Thursday and Friday night on our Youtube Channel for our live shows.–Gary and Vonna

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Posted on May 24, 2020 by Gary Parr — Leave a comment

Fiber Talk with Susan Kay-Williams and Kelley Aldridge

Coronation-Gold-Sarah-de-Rousset-Hall, Royal School of Needlework.

This week’s guests are Susan Kay-Williams, Chief Executive (l), and Kelley Aldridge (r), Future Tutors Course Leader at the Royal School of Needlework. We appreciate Sassy Jacks Stitchery for sponsoring the show. Our discussion focuses on the experiences the RSN has had adapting to pandemic restrictions, particularly how they have affected face-to-face instruction. While that’s interesting, the exciting part is that adapting to the restrictions is presenting many opportunities for needleworkers all over the world to participate in what will be a growing list of online-instruction courses from some of the best teachers in the world. If you’ve always wanted to learn from the experts at the Royal School, this is the time to subscribe to their newsletter and become familiar with their website because the opportunities will be plentiful. Note that technology was not our friend for this recording so there are some short segments in which the listening is a bit difficult. Overall, it’s a fascinating discussion that lays the groundwork for expanding your stitching experiences.–Gary

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Silk-Shaded-Figure, Jessica-Ingram, Royal School of Needlework.

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I hope you enjoy this week’s conversation with Susan and Kelley. 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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