Threads of Life – Fiber Talk

Posted on December 29, 2019 by Gary Parr — 3 Comments

Fiber Talk with Clare Hunter II, Encore

Miao embroidery from the book Threads of Life.

During our holiday break, we offer an encore of the second show we did with Clare Hunter, author of “Threads of Life.” In this show, sponsored by Sassy Jacks Stitchery, we talk with Clare about the inspiration behind her book, the work that went into assembling all of the historical information, writing a history book and making it easy to read, and some of the people who helped make it possible. We also gain some additional insight into some of the people and historical events she experienced while writing “Threads of Life.”–Gary

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Agnes Richter’s jacket from the book Threads of Life.

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I hope you enjoy this week’s conversation with Clare Hunter. 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 December 24, 2019 by Gary Parr — Leave a comment

Fiber Talk Midweek Chat, 12-24-19

Yes, it’s a new Midweek Chat. Cathe Ray of Needle in a Haystack generously offered a terrific package of needlework goodies to give to our listeners and we said Thank You! Instructions for how you can be included in the drawing are in the podcast (submissions go to [email protected]), along with a discussion about the various things we learned and experienced in 2019. We hope you enjoy the show and look forward to hearing about the things you learned in the past year. The Sunday show is a repeat of our discussion with Clare Hunter about her book, “Threads of Life.” Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanzaa to all of our needlework friends.–Vonna and Gary

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Posted on November 17, 2019December 1, 2019 by Gary Parr — 1 Comment

Fiber Talk with Clare Hunter II

Clare Hunter, author of “Threads of Life,” returns for a second show, this time sponsored by Sassy Jacks Stitchery. This week we talk with Clare about the inspiration behind her book, the work that went into assembling all of the historical information, writing a history book and making it easy to read, and some of the people who helped make it possible. We also gain some additional insight into some of the people and historical events she experienced while writing “Threads of Life.”–Gary

Listen to the podcast:

This show is also available on FlossTube. Click here to view it.

I hope you enjoy this week’s conversation with Clare Hunter. 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 November 13, 2019 by Gary Parr — Leave a comment

Fiber Talk Midweek Chat, 11-13-19

Arelen Cohen’s Victorian Nosegay design.

It’s Wednesday once again and Arlene and Gary are chatting. This week Arlene patiently answers Gary’s dumb-guy questions about designing. We also discuss making changes from original designs, HAED stitching, and the question that has haunted stitchers for decades: Is there a difference between DMC and Anchor black threads? Sunday’s guest: Clare Hunter and her book “Threads of Life.”–Arlene and Gary

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Material Matters panel from Clare Hunter

Clare Hunter of Sewing Matters is our guest this week and our sponsor is The Attic Needlework shop. Clare has been an active participant and difference-maker in the greater needlework community for almost all of her life. She has contributed as a community artist on more than one occasion, an exhibition curator, banner maker, teacher, and activist. In this week’s show we learn about her illustrious life and how it led to writing the book “Threads of Life.” In next week’s show, we will learn about the book, how it was put together, and the research and experiences that make up the stories Clare tells.–Gary

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This show is also available on FlossTube. Click here to view it.

I hope you enjoy this week’s conversation with Clare Hunter. 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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