Stitch Talk

We all have them. Those pesky unfinished projects (UFOs) and Works-in-Progress that we never quite get around to actually working on. Today I'm sharing some top tips for getting motivated and tackling those unfinished projects - from bribery to breaking it down into bitesize chunks, these are all the ways I'm motivating myself to tackle those WIPs this year!

Welcome to this thoroughly daft episode of Stitch Talk to celebrate the festive season - get ready for the Great Cross Stitch Quiz of 2023 and a lovely stitchy festive sing-a-long!

Are your drawers overflowing with finished cross stitch makes? Here's so much needed inspiration for what to do with all those lovingly stitched projects. From homewares to fashion, I've got you covered with these 50 ideas for cross stitch items to make! ENJOY!

There are times when a special project is called for - perhaps something major has happened in your life or you simply want to make some beautiful seasonal items. Whatever the reason stitching and finishing these special, heirloom items has its own special requirements - and I'm talking about all of these in today's episode! I'll be talking about the kind of heirloom items you might ta...

For me Autumn is the ultimate stitching season! I love to get cosy with a new project and a cup of tea, what bliss! In today's episode I'll be talking all things autumn stitching as well as sharing a round up of all my favourite autumn/fall patterns out there right now. By the end of the episode you'll be bursting with inspiration for your best autumn of stitching yet! Here are the rec...

We all like to make good use of the beautiful cross stitch items we have collected. In today's episode I am sharing some of my top tips for making the most of your fabric and threads, how to source items secondhand and how to finish your cross stitch items in a budget friendly way. Here are the details for Stitch Talk Club launching with the first bonus episode of Stitch Talk very soon! https:...

.....fa la la la la la la la! Welcome to this months episode of Stitch Talk where I talk about my favourite kind of stitching, Christmas Stitching! I'll be talking about what makes stitching at this time of year so special and how you can make the most of it in the next month.  I'll then be talking about New Year Stitching and what makes this such a great time of year to take stock and plan y...

This month we tackle one of my favourite subjects - Designing your own Cross Stitch Patterns! My top tips cover everything from getting started with design to how to go from sketch to pattern. The Design Your Own Cross Stitch Patterns Course is currently on Sale with $10 off. Get it here: https://www.mindfulstitchingcompany.com/design-your-own-cross-stitch-patterns-course.html To see the Stitch Ta...

Welcome to this month's episode of Stitch Talk! This month I am speaking with the lovely Jenny Blair - artist, creator and embroidery kit designer! Jenny shares her top tips for starting out in embroidery as well as a whole host of fascinating thoughts around living a creative life and finding inspiration all around you. You can check out Jenny's gorgeous kits here   To celebrate the podcast'...

I love stitching when I'm on holiday and I love displaying projects I have stitched while away that remind me of my travels. In today's episode I talk all about choosing the perfect project for holidays, how to pack up your project safely (and avoid the dreaded shampoo explosion!) plus taking holiday stitching as it comes so that you really enjoy it. Support the Podcast by buying your travel stitc...

Welcome to this month's episode of Stitch Talk! This month I spoke with Claire Brown from Claire Brown X Stitch all about her beautiful printed cross stitch fabrics. We also delved into how to keep your creativity fresh in our comparison culture, how to find your own distinctive design style and, above all, how to keep stitching fun! See Claire's lovely fabrics here - https://clairebrownxstitch.co...

Welcome to this month's episode of Stitch Talk! This month we are exploring the wonderful world of Needlepoint with designer and crafter Emma from the Makers Marks. Emma shares her creative journey (and love of 80s style!), her journey to starting her business and all that inspires her about the stitching world.  Find Emma here: https://www.instagram.com/themakersmarks/ and here https://www.t...

We love stitching, and we also love stitching supplies but what to do with them all? This month I share my top tips on how to manage your threads, fabric and other lovely stitching stuff in a way that keeps them accessible and organised. Well....most of the time! Visit my website for today's show notes with all the links you will need to all the storage solutions I mention in the episode and some...

Welcome to the February episode of Stitch Talk! Did anyone else blink and miss this month?! I have managed to get in a bit of stitching though and this month I share about my love of seasonal stitching followed by an interview with Hannah Sturrock from Bobo Stitch that is full of fun, laughter and cross stitch love! We talk about making heirloom cross stitch items, why cross stitch should be feel-...

Welcome to this months episode where I speak to Sophie from Sew Sophie Crafts all about her stitching journey and her brand new project, the Cross Stitch Creatives! We talk about the problems of finding wall space for your many stitching projects, our love of the stitching community and how Sophie comes up with all her fabulous designs. Check out Sophie here: https://www.sewsophiecrafts.co.uk/ And...

Today on Stitch Talk I am going solo to talk about looking back at 2020, and all you have achieved in your stitching, and looking forward to 2021! I talk goals, ideas for challenges and how to take you stitching to the next level in the coming year! Our Sponsors today are  Claire Brown XStitch - https://clairebrownxstitch.com/ use the code STITCHTALK for 10% off until the end of the year. The...

Welcome to this month's episode of Stitch Talk where I talk to Cross Stitch Designer Rachel James of Fuzzy Fox Designs!  Check out all Rachels' Designs here https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FuzzyFoxDesigns Early in the episode I mentioned the Clouds Factory Epic Storybook Princesses https://cloudsfactory.net/catalogsearch/result/?q=Epic+storybook+princess And my Satsuma Street Christmas Stocking...

Today I catch up with Sally from Caterpillar Cross Stitch whose designs I'm sure you all know and love! Sally and I talk about where her love of all things art and design began, how Caterpillar Cross Stitch grew into the successful business it is today and some plans she has up her sleeve! You can find out more about Caterpillar Cross Stitch and see their gorgeous designs here: https://www.caterpi...

Welcome to this episode of Stitch Talk where I speak with the lovely Hannah from Hannah Hand Makes! Hannah produces a whole range of beautiful cross stitch designs and kits aimed at beginners to cross stitch as well as hosting regular Stitch-a-longs. Hannah is also the host of The Cross Stitch Podcast. You can find all the details of Hannah's projects and how to connect with her here - https://han...

This month I am catching up with Jennifer from Trouvaille Stitch Kits finding out all about her fabulous seaside inspired designs, how she gets her inspiration and where her love of cross stitch came from. I had so much fun recording this so I hope you have just as much fun hearing us chat and laugh about cross stitch life!  You can find Jennifer on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/tr...

Welcome to Stitch Talk, a place where we talk all things cross stitch till our hearts are content! In this episode I introduce what you can expect from the Podcast and give a little bit of intro about me and my stitching story. I'll be waxing lyrical on the five things I love about cross stitch, expect thread talk, pattern love and the sheer joy of stitching. Thanks so much for joining me!