NeedleXChange

• Chloe Savage - Perfection and Reflection Part 2 [NX119]

  In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Chloe Savage.Chloe is a conservation embroiderer, couture specialist, and educator whose studio practice spans everything from National Trust restorations to hands-on needlepoint kits.In this second half of our conversation, we trace Chloe's creative upbringing through diamond mines, Paris couture, and the Royal School of Needlework.She unpacks how life detours—from teen motherhood to science teaching—ultimately fueled her practice and how art became a lifeline through grief. Please note this episode briefly touches on emotional abuse.Another artist who processed personal trauma through artistic practice is the wonderful machine embroiderer Julie Heaton. We had a NeedleXChange way back in episodes 25 & 26.Timestamps:00:00:00 - Introduction00:01:30 - Conservation Stories and Experiences00:06:52 - Art as a Reflection of Personal Struggles00:15:33 - The Journey of Healing and Empowerment00:18:50 - Future Directions in Textile Art00:22:59 - Embracing Creative Freedom00:24:03 - The Role of Education in Artistic Expression00:27:04 - The Influence of Family on Creativity00:28:17 - Exploring Personal Interests and Hobbies00:29:27 - The Impact of Art Installations00:30:27 - Chloe's Favourites00:40:57 - Overcoming Challenges and Unique FactsLinks:Website: chloesavageembroidery.comInstagram: chloesavageembroideryIntro music is Getting Good at Letting Go (Instrumental Version) by Vicki Vox via Epidemic Sound.About NeedleXChange:NeedleXChange is a conversation podcast with embroidery and textile artists, exploring their process and practice.Hosted by Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers, it is an in-depth showcase of the best needlework artists on the planet.Visit the NeedleXChange website: needl.exchangeSign up for the NeedleXChange Newsletter here: bit.ly/NeedleXChangeNewsIf you want embroidery inspiration and regular doses of textile art, visit the Mr X Stitch site here: mrxstitch.comAnd follow Mr X Stitch on all the usual social media channels!Facebook: mrxstitchInstagram: mrxstitchPinterest: mrxstitchYouTube: mrxstitchLinkedIn: mrjamiechalmers

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• Chloe Savage - Perfection and Reflection [NX118]

  In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Chloe Savage.Chloe is a conservation embroiderer, couture specialist, and educator whose studio practice spans everything from National Trust restorations to hands-on needlepoint kits.In this first part of our conversation, we dive into the power of shared studio spaces, the value of peer critique, and how Chloe has built a collaborative practice that's both rigorous and restorative.My recent NeedleXChanges with Kirstie McLeod, founder of the Red Dress project, also emphasised the benefits of collaborative projects and if you’ve not listened to those yet, you’re missing a treat. Find that chat at episodes 112 + 113.Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction00:01:30 - Introduction to Creative Spaces and Community00:06:51 - Collaborative Environment and Skill Sharing00:12:36 - Finding Community and Support in Art00:18:05 - Teaching Skills and Embracing Failure00:24:46 - Creative Solutions in Crafting00:29:23 - Childhood Influences and Artistic Roots00:35:06 - Reconnecting with Needlework00:39:44 - Fashion and Couture Insights00:44:31 - The Pressure of Fashion Week00:47:37 - Navigating Design CollaborationLinks:Website: chloesavageembroidery.comInstagram: chloesavageembroideryIntro music is Getting Good at Letting Go (Instrumental Version) by Vicki Vox via Epidemic Sound.About NeedleXChange:NeedleXChange is a conversation podcast with embroidery and textile artists, exploring their process and practice.Hosted by Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers, it is an in-depth showcase of the best needlework artists on the planet.Visit the NeedleXChange website: needl.exchangeSign up for the NeedleXChange Newsletter here: bit.ly/NeedleXChangeNewsIf you want embroidery inspiration and regular doses of textile art, visit the Mr X Stitch site here: mrxstitch.comIf you're looking for modern cross stitch designs, then XStitch is the magazine you need! Find out more here: xstitchmag.comAnd follow Mr X Stitch on all the usual social media channels!Facebook: mrxstitchInstagram: mrxstitchPinterest: mrxstitchYouTube: mrxstitchLinkedIn: mrjamiechalmers

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• Severina Seidl - A Light In The Darkness Part 2 [NX117]

  In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Severina Seidl.Severina is a German embroidery artist whose work blurs the line between thread, paint, and narrative abstraction.In this second half, Severina shares her ambitions in fashion embroidery, reflects on the push-pull between creativity and career, and gets candid about what it means to pursue art without a roadmap. Plus, we get her picks on books, music, and life growing up without TV.For another artist making mixed media with a hint of darkness, my NeedleXChanges with Ruth Norbury (NX 27 & 28) are definitely worth a listen.Timestamps:00:00:00 – Introduction00:01:30 – Reflections on Artistic Journey00:02:45 – Influences and Inspirations00:09:45 – Cinematic Inspirations00:10:43 – Growing Up Without TelevisionLinks:Website: severinaseidltextiles.comInstagram: severina.seidl_textilesBlue Mind (Instrumental) by Torii Wolf via Epidemic Sound.About NeedleXChange:NeedleXChange is a conversation podcast with embroidery and textile artists, exploring their process and practice.Hosted by Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers, it is an in-depth showcase of the best needlework artists on the planet.Visit the NeedleXChange website: needl.exchangeSign up for the NeedleXChange Newsletter here: bit.ly/NeedleXChangeNewsIf you want embroidery inspiration and regular doses of textile art, visit the Mr X Stitch site here: mrxstitch.com If you're looking for modern cross stitch designs, then XStitch is the magazine you need! Find out more here: xstitchmag.comAnd follow Mr X Stitch on all the usual social media channels!Facebook: mrxstitchInstagram: mrxstitchPinterest: mrxstitchYouTube: mrxstitchLinkedIn: mrjamiechalmers

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• Severina Seidl - A Light In The Darkness [NX116]

  In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Severina Seidl.Severina is a German embroidery artist whose work blurs the line between thread, paint, and narrative abstraction.We explore her journey from fashion school in Germany to the Royal School of Needlework, unpacking the nerves, transitions, and discovery of her personal style. From her early experiments in French knots to the impact of McQueen critiques, Severina charts an evolving, experimental path.Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Introduction00:01:30 – Moving from Germany to the RSN00:09:11 – Developing a Unique Style00:11:59 – Embracing Mess and Mistakes00:14:28 – Maleficium: Concept and Creation00:23:02 – The McQueen Feedback Shift00:30:49 – Public Perception and Artistic IdentityLinks:Website: severinaseidltextiles.comInstagram: severina.seidl_textilesBlue Mind (Instrumental) by Torii Wolf via Epidemic Sound.About NeedleXChange:NeedleXChange is a conversation podcast with embroidery and textile artists, exploring their process and practice.Hosted by Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers, it is an in-depth showcase of the best needlework artists on the planet.Visit the NeedleXChange website: needl.exchangeSign up for the NeedleXChange Newsletter here: bit.ly/NeedleXChangeNewsIf you want embroidery inspiration and regular doses of textile art, visit the Mr X Stitch site here: mrxstitch.com If you're looking for modern cross stitch designs, then XStitch is the magazine you need! Find out more here: xstitchmag.comAnd follow Mr X Stitch on all the usual social media channels!Facebook: mrxstitchInstagram: mrxstitchPinterest: mrxstitchYouTube: mrxstitchLinkedIn: mrjamiechalmers

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• Manuela Caniato - Beautiful Decay Part 2 [NX115]

  In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Manuela Caniato.Manuela is an Italian-born textile artist and educator now based in Belgium, with a background in linguistics and fashion history.In this episode of NeedleXChange I continue my conversation with Manuela Caniato.Manuela shares the thinking behind her embroidered portraits that explore themes of damage, decay, and beauty. We discuss her techniques with fine threads and beads, her playful sense of anarchy, and her upcoming exhibition in Leuven.Timestamps:00:00:00 - Introduction00:01:30 – Artistic Expression and Personal Projects00:05:15 – The Intersection of Art and Music00:09:48 – Literary Influences and Favorite Reads00:12:05 – Cinematic Inspirations and Visual Storytelling00:17:08 – Personal Aspirations and Life ReflectionsLinks:Website: manuelacaniato.comInstagram: manuela_caniatoIntro music is Easy Breezy by Boogie Wheel via Epidemic Sound.About NeedleXChange:NeedleXChange is a conversation podcast with embroidery and textile artists, exploring their process and practice.Hosted by Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers, it is an in-depth showcase of the best needlework artists on the planet.Visit the NeedleXChange website: needl.exchangeSign up for the NeedleXChange Newsletter here: bit.ly/NeedleXChangeNewsIf you want embroidery inspiration and regular doses of textile art, visit the Mr X Stitch site here: mrxstitch.comIf you're looking for modern cross stitch designs, then XStitch is the magazine you need! Find out more here: xstitchmag.comAnd follow Mr X Stitch on all the usual social media channels!Facebook: mrxstitchInstagram: mrxstitchPinterest: mrxstitchYouTube: mrxstitchLinkedIn: mrjamiechalmers

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