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NeedleXChange

Jamie Chalmers
Embroidery
Textile Art
Machine Embroidery
The Great Tapestry Of Scotland
Xstitch Magazine
Photography
Community Arts
Scottish History
Craftivism
Artistic Collaboration
Salley Mavor
Animation
Memory
Identity
Tension In Art
Free Machine Embroidery
Dundee Tapestry
Cancer Tapestry
Scottish Diaspora Tapestry
History Of Europe Tapestry

Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers interviews needlework and textile artists to find out how they make their art, how they build their business and why they love working with a needle and thread.

🎧 Members get the ad-free feed + monthly Q&A + the AfterShow segment appended to Part 2. Join the Green Room: patreon.com/xstitch

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In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Ruth O'Leary.

Ruth O'Leary is an award-winning embroiderer who’s been exploring AI image generation as a tool for design, iteration, and self-expression.

We talk about AI as a “new medium” (and the early... more

In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Robert John Hodge.

Robert John Hodge makes cross-stitch work based on Renaissance sculptures, using a CMYK / screenprint-style layering approach and recurring Wingdings symbols.

In this half we jump into... more

In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Robert John Hodge.

Robert John Hodge makes cross-stitch work based on Renaissance sculptures, using a CMYK / screenprint-style layering approach and recurring Wingdings symbols.

We talk about being a fin... more

In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Martha Hussey.

We talk fresh off the heels of Martha’s solo show in London and discuss DIY curation as well as Royal Academy highs and near-misses, Martha talks textiles’ growing place in contemporary art... more

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Recent Guests

Severina Seidl
Fashion embroidery artist with a focus on creativity and mixed media
Episode: Severina Seidl - A Light In The Darkness Part 2 [NX117]
Manuela Caniato
A textile artist exploring the intersection of fashion, memory, and cultural identity.
Episode: Manuela Caniato - Beautiful Decay [NX114]
Kirstie McLeod
Textile artist known for the Red Dress Project
Episode: Kirstie MacLeod - The Red Dress [NX 112]
Jack Roberts
Textile artist and author of a new book reflecting daily practice in abstract embroidery.
JPR Stitch
Episode: JPR Stitch Returns | Abstract Machine Embroidery [NX110]
Lesley Wheeler
Poet, quilter, and textile artist who merges tarot symbolism with textiles.
Episode: Lesley Wheeler - Textilia Arcana [NX108]
Tal Fitzpatrick
A socially engaged artist and craftivist whose quilts and textile works carry both personal and political meaning.
Episode: Tal Fitzpatrick - The Doctor of Craftivism [NX106]
Melissa English Campbell
Artist known for weaving that integrates paint and explores complex visual themes.
Episode: Melissa English Campbell - Warping Reality [NX104]
Claire Voelkel-Sedlmeir
A textile artist known for her storytelling through stitch.
Episode: Claire Voelkel-Sedlmeir - Domestic Documentary Part 2 [NX103]
Fuzzy Mall
Brilliant textile artist known for playful niche art and creative experimentation
Episode: Fuzzy Mall - Having It Large Part 2 [NX101]

Host

Jamie Chalmers
Host and creative figure in the textile arts community, often referred to as Mr. X Stitch, known for engaging interviews with artists and fostering discussions on needlework.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Neil Twist - a good Twist!

    Great decision to do the ad hoc episode with Neil. Loved it!! Best wishes in your work, Neil! And Jamie, I love this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lin Gassaway
    United States10 months ago
  • Excellent!

    Wonderful, in depth interviews feel compelling and still conversational. Jamie Chalmers is a great interviewer and chooses wonderful guests. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    veusvi
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love it!

    Really enjoy this podcast and the opportunity to hear about textile artists in depth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Less pal hall
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Well this is my first time listening !!

    Well what can I say !! Im amazed at how informative this pod cast is ,Jamie you are amazing I have truly really enjoyed Listen to these podcasts, 10/10 you are genuine Legend push the arts like you truly fab

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BongoPete
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Inspiring and entertaining listening for stitch-enthusiasts

    I love this podcast! The conversations Mr X Stitch curates with his amazing guests are lovely to listen to while sewing or walking. They really get to the heart of what inspires and engages each artist, and I await every episode with enthusiasm.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Isa8364
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners commend the engaging and in-depth interviews with textile artists, highlighting the conversational and approachable style of the host. Many appreciate the focus on creativity and the personal narratives shared by guests.
Feedback often praises the well-curated content that resonates with those passionate about needlework and textile art, creating a strong connection with a dedicated audience.
Reviewers frequently express admiration for the diversity of guests and the valuable insights they bring, reinforcing the podcast's reputation as a significant platform in the textile arts community.

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#222
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Apple Podcasts
#120
United Kingdom/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#120
Australia/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#177
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Apple Podcasts
#66
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#178
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Severina Seidl - A Light In The Darkness [NX116]
Q: What made you decide to do a degree in hand embroidery if you didn't have much hand embroidery experience?
Severina always loved watching haute couture videos and felt the need to learn embroidery to transition into haute couture and the art field.
Manuela Caniato - Beautiful Decay [NX114]
Q: How do you express the themes of decay and beauty in your recent work?
She uses embroidery to manipulate portraits, symbolizing the transient nature of beauty and the inevitability of decay.
Manuela Caniato - Beautiful Decay [NX114]
Q: What motivated you to transition from linguistics to fashion communication?
Manuela shared her educational journey and interest in fashion's cultural significance, noting how her background in linguistics provided valuable insights.
Peter Frederiksen - Tension In His Stitches [NX063]
Q: And how did you get into the world of stitching young Peter?
Peter shared his journey from a high school home economics class, where he first embroidered a patch, to studying at the Art Institute of Chicago where he explored fibers and humor in art.
Melissa Zexter - Photographic Memories [NX065]
Q: When I was a kid, she tried to show me how to knit and I knit like little things for my dolls and they all came out crooked and it just wasn't my thing.
Melissa shares that her mother did a lot of textile arts, but she didn't initially gravitate towards sewing until later in life.

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Conversations revolve around the intricate world of textile arts and needlework, showcasing diverse artists who share their creative journeys and insights into their practices. Topics frequently include the experiences of artists transitioning from different backgrounds into textile art, themes of identity and empowerment through crafting, and the challenges of balancing creativity with commercial aspects. Unique projects, such as collaborative pieces and social activism, often highlight how textile arts intersect with broader societal issues. The engaging interviews provide a platform for various voices while fostering a vibrant community of stitch enthusiasts.

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2. Manuela Caniato
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