It's been a while! A year to be precise...so we thought we'd have a little natter about what we've been up to over the past year, where are currently in our art practice, and what may lie ahead.

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Lost Notebook by Louise Douglas

Schitt’s Creek

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

Gina has just finished two very quiet Open Studios weekends and has now learned that her summer schools won't run this year, leaving her uncertain about the future.

Izzy feels a bit flat and uninspired, As usual, she has lots of ideas for things she could do, but not quite enough motivation to pursue any of them! She needs to move forward soon but in which direction?

So how do we both decide what to do next? What do we want to do?

Mentioned:

Jane Brocket Yarnstorm https://yarnstorm.substack.com/

Gina’s Substack http://ginaferrariart.substack.com

Izzy’s new favourite shoes: https://www.johnlewis.com/john-lewis-lloret-high-wedge-espadrille-sandals-blush/blush/p109780871

Izzy’s quote of the week: “You don’t have to like it, you just have to do it.”

About us:

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

Izzy's Seascapes course is still open - just - until the end of Friday 28 July: https://isobelmoore.podia.com/celtic-seascapes

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

What would you do if you lost it all - your creative work, your tools and supplies, your archive...where would you start, to replace it? Would you? This was the knotty question asked by a listener to the podcast!

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

NB: While we approached this question from a purely hypothetical viewpoint, with the luxury of being able to treat it somewhat lightheartedly, we are aware that for many artists elsewhere, most recently in New Zealand, this has sadly become their reality. Our hearts go out to them, and what they must be going through. Even after our discussion, we cannot imagine or comprehend what this must really be like. 

We didn't intend in any way to minimise or trivialise what is for many, a devastating, life-changing occurence. As artists we are part of an international family and we feel each other's losses and pains very deeply. If our discussion has taught us anything, it's that creative people are creative people, independent of the resources they have, and nearly always able to find a way through - even if the journey is hard.    

Mentioned in this episode:

Alice Neel at the Barbican https://www.barbican.org.uk/AliceNeel

Seed Talks https://www.seedtalks.co.uk/

Gina’s Portrait project https://mailchi.mp/ed786f8f3dcf/i-cant-do-it-without-you

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

Selling: no matter how much experience we have, it's still a tricky topic. How can we face our fears and feel better about selling?

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Gina's course https://ginaferrari.podia.com/paint-print-collage-stitch

Izzy's course https://isobelmoore.podia.com/confidence-kickstart

Helen Perry https://www.helen-perry.co.uk/

4000 weeks by Oliver Burkeman https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/54785515

Can You Hear Me by Jake Jones https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/51840886

Blackberry Wine by Joanne Harris https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15101.Blackberry_Wine

Notera desk organiser

https://www.urbantravellerco.com/collections/notera-all-in-one-desk-organizer-and-premium-note-taking

Stanley and Elsie by Nicola Upson https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/44428398

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

Not just for big companies: artists have a brand, too! At its simplest, our brand is the sum of everything we are and do, not just a logo or some pretty colours. 

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Laura Horn https://www.laurahornart.com/

Fail Like an Artist https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fail-like-an-artist/id1654446589

with Julie Battisti https://www.juliebattisti.com/

and Pheobe Gander https://www.phoebegander.com/

The Good Place https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Good_Place

Wintering by Katherine May https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/52623750-wintering

Izzy’s Free Course - Confidence Kickstart https://isobelmoore.podia.com/confidence-kickstart

Beth Kempton Wabi Sabi https://bethkempton.com/wabisabi/

72 Japanese Seasons https://bethkempton.com/72seasons/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

From fashion to felt, patchwork to hashtags, and teaching Kirstie Allsopp to needlefelt along the way, Jayne Emerson's journey through art and textiles has taken all kinds of fascinating twists and turns. Join us as we untangle the threads!

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Fabric recipes with Jayne Emerson https://jayneemersontextiles.podia.com/fabric-recipes-2023

My Bones are Woven Ann Sutton

https://vimeo.com/ondemand/mybonesarewoven

Ideas in Weaving by Ann Sutton https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/2474031.Ideas_in_Weaving

Eventually I Forgot the Rules by Shawn O’Hagan

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PBXnzhNBt2U

Margaret Ryall's wall paper collages  https://www.instagram.com/margaretryall/

Margaret Ryall website  https://www.margaretryall.com/

Claire Benn interview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGELXwtuOWs

Claire Benn website

https://www.clairebenn.com/

Tansy Hargan - Games from the Tiny Caravan

http://tansyhargan.bigcartel.com/product/games-from-the-tiny-green-caravan-online-course

Tansy Hargan on Instagram.https://www.instagram.com/palimpsestparade

Fodder School https://www.willawanders.com/fodder-school

Connected Artists https://alicesheridan.com/artists/

Empire of Light https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14402146/

Kirstie Allsopp, TV presenter https://www.instagram.com/kirstiemallsopp/?hl=en

You can find Jayne here:

Jayne Emerson https://jayneemerson.co.uk/

and on instagram https://www.instagram.com/jayneemersontextiles/?hl=en

and https://www.instagram.com/norulestextilesociety/?hl=en

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

Do you want to reach for the stars? Dream big? What's holding you back?

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Business coach Sigrun https://www.instagram.com/sigruncom/?hl=en

London Drawing Group http://www.londondrawinggroup.com/

Secret of Seeing: Lines with Joshua Armitage https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/secrets-of-seeing-lines-tickets-471731972027?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Couch to 5K https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/running-and-aerobic-exercises/get-running-with-couch-to-5k/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

In the last episode of 2022, we reflect on the best bits of the past year, the things we've learned, and what we might do differently next year.

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Anna MacDonald https://www.annafmacdonald.com/

Anna’s Bullet journal course https://www.annafmacdonald.com/bujo-info

Organising Solutions for ADHD https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/278974.Organizing_Solutions_for_People_With_Attention_Deficit_Disorder

The Detectorists https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/b06l51nr/detectorists

Snag tights https://snagtights.com/

Forever Amano Alpaca Knitwear https://www.foreveramano.com/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

Taking yourself on a creative date is one of the best ways to nurture yourself as an artist: we all need to give ourselves time to "refill the well", regain perspective, and open ourselves to new ideas, influences and thoughts. But what makes a good creative date is different for everybody: here's what works for us.

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Andy J Pizza podcast https://www.andyjpizza.com/

TED talks https://www.ted.com/talks

Esme Young https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Esme_Young

Louise Baldwin https://www.62group.org.uk/artist/louise-baldwin/

Cas Holmes https://casholmes.wordpress.com/

Native Hands https://nativehands.co.uk/

Zoe Intermittent Fasting Study https://joinzoe.com/learn/covid-the-big-if-study

Maidstone Museum (including the Solomon Island canoe!) https://museum.maidstone.gov.uk/explore/collections/ethnography/

Stained Glass Museum Ely https://stainedglassmuseum.com/

Fashion and Textile Museum https://fashiontextilemuseum.org/

Welsh Quilt Centre https://www.jen-jones.com/about/welsh-quilt-centre

Ceredigion Museum https://ceredigionmuseum.wales/

Fences App https://www.stardock.com/products/fences/

Fabric Coaster on YouTube https://youtu.be/2BTcJGSq0ao

Raymond Blanc's Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons https://www.belmond.com/hotels/europe/uk/oxfordshire/belmond-le-manoir-aux-quat-saisons/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

50 episodes, and we're still talking...

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Art of Persistence (not read, just mentioned!) https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/25292543-the-art-of-persistence

Helen Perry https://www.helen-perry.co.uk/

Izzy’s Courses https://isobelmoore.podia.com/

Gina’s Courses https://ginaferrari.podia.com/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

Our compulsion to create keeps life interesting, but can create its own trouble: so is it a blessing or a curse?

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Alice Sheridan on Art Juice https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/art-juice-a-podcast-for-artists-creatives-and-art-lovers/id1451530001

Still Life by Sarah Winman https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/57001545-still-life

Structured App https://structured.app/

Gina’s Course - Stitched Seasonal Wreaths https://ginaferrari.podia.com/stitched-seasonal-wreath

All Isobel’s courses (watch this space!):  https://isobelmoore.podia.com/online-courses

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

Many of us dream of turning our creative pursuits into a viable business. But where do you start? And is it even a good idea? 

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Genially https://genial.ly/

Searching for Italy https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p0bncl3n/stanley-tucci-searching-for-italy

Inside Man https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m001ck9r/inside-man

Duolingo https://www.duolingo.com/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

As we pass midsummer and start thinking about holidays and other summer pursuits we've both found our creativity diverted into other activities. As artists, should we worry?

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about life in general, and art and creativity in particular.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors. We both started our creative journey with machine embroidery, and we’re both still figuring out our ultimate creative destination! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you'll find inspiration and support for your own creative journey, wherever it may take you.

Mentioned in this episode:

Nigella’s toasty granola https://www.nigella.com/recipes/toasty-olive-oil-granola

Mersea Island https://visitmerseaisland.co.uk/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

Do you draw? And if not - why not? If you've stopped drawing, or never drawn, or you're scared to start, how can you get started again? And why do we think it's important you should? All questions we hope to answer in this episode!

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Ira Glass: The Gap https://vimeo.com/85040589

Mrs Harris goes to Paris https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5151570/

Face paredolia https://newsroom.unsw.edu.au/news/science-tech/why-brain-programmed-see-faces-everyday-objects

Prosopagnosia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prosopagnosia

Funky Faces in Stitch https://ginaferrari.podia.com/funky-faces-in-stitch

Portrait Artist of the Year 2022 https://www.gathered.how/arts-crafts/art/sky-portrait-artist-of-the-year/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

Since we last spoke the UK has faced massive change with the death of the queen, which has had an effect on many of us in one way or another.  This has made us think about how we cope with change, whether they be nationwide events such as the death of a monarch, a worldwide pandemic or events and changes in our own lives.

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Alice Neel   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alice_Neel

Alice Neel: The Art of not Sitting Pretty by Phoebe Hoban https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/8590744-alice-neel

The Second brain - an explanation - https://www.buildingasecondbrain.com/

And further reading https://www.elizabethfilips.com/

Notion https://www.notion.so/

Evernote https://evernote.com/

Rise App https://www.risescience.com/

Funky Faces in Stitch https://ginaferrari.podia.com/funky-faces-in-stitch

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

We're back from our summer break, but how did it go? Do we feel refreshed and revived and ready for an autumn of art, or do we need another holiday?!

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Henry Moore Foundation
https://www.henry-moore.org/

Kettle's Yard
https://www.kettlesyard.co.uk/

Circe by Madeleine Miller
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35959740-circe

Greek Myths by Charlotte Higgins
https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/56246237-greek-myths

Stranger Things
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4574334/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

When we are creative it can be tricky to follow our own path and not try to emulate those artists we admire or who influence us. We have to learn to trust our own instincts and listen to our own voice rather than all the external voices and opinions that constantly bombard us. Easier said than done?

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Vandy Massey artist
https://vandymasseystudio.art/

The Happy Kombucha co.
https://happykombucha.co.uk/

Michael Mosely - Just One thing podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/just-one-thing-with-michael-mosley/id1560369423

Episode 32 Taking breaks can boost creativity
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/take-a-break/id1560369423?i=1000567361151

Feel Better, Live More Dr Chattergee
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/feel-better-live-more-with-dr-rangan-chatterjee/id1333552422

Episode 291 with Pdf Tim Spector on Gut Health
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/291-tim-spector-the-latest-science-on-gut-health-and/id1333552422?i=1000569655547

Geek link for the predictive nature of the brain

https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2015.00287/full

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

Despite sharing many similarities - in our art, skills, interests, hangups and frustrations, politics, and more besides - four little letters mean we differ in a big way. A couple of months ago Izzy was diagnosed with ADHD, so in this episode we talk about what it means and what happens next. 

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Ned Hallowell
website https://drhallowell.com/
podcast https://drhallowell.com/listen/podcast/

Other resources you might find helpful
https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-symptoms-in-women/
https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-symptoms-test-adults/
https://adhduk.co.uk/right-to-choose/
Jessica McCabe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMpt40zNK-w

https://www.cambridgeopenstudios.co.uk/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

You asked, we answered! And we'll definitely return to some of the topics raised in future episodes, as there was more to discuss than we had time for.

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Posca pens, acrylic paint in a pen
Posca pens are widely available from a number of retail outlets and online. This is just one of the UK sites where they are available.
https://www.hobbycraft.co.uk/brand/posca/

Neocolour water soluble crayons
https://www.jacksonsart.com/brands/caran-d-ache/caran-d-ache-neocolor-ii

Man vs Bee
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13640670/

Dumplin'
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4878482/

Art juice episode 170
Finding your own Feel Good with Christine Evans
https://alicesheridan.com/artjuice170/

Christine Evans
https://www.instagram.com/christineevans_artist/
https://www.christineevansartist.co.uk/

The wisdom of Dolly Parton
Witty quotes and wise words from Dolly Parton
https://www.brainyquote.com/authors/dolly-parton-quotes
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pocket-Dolly-Wisdom-Quotes-Parton/dp/1784880442

And one or two of Izzy's favourite Dolly Parton one liners:

“I’m not offended by all of the dumb blonde jokes because I know I’m not dumb… and I also know that I’m not blonde.”

"Find out who you are and do it on purpose"

"I thank God for my failures. Maybe not at the time but after some reflection. I never feel like a failure just because something I tried has failed."
"I'm comfortable in my own skin, no matter how far it's stretched."

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

The creative process can be a rollercoaster of ups and downs: how do we keep the momentum to see a project through to completion? 

This is the third episode in our mini-series about the creative process, which started with Feeling Funky (39) and was followed by In The Groove (40). Now it's time for Rock'n'Roll! 

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Gelli printing

https://www.gelliarts.com/

Yeates Makes YouTube channel

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2JAq3oewikp6542p9BaTYA

Move! by Caroline Williams

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57745284-move

Everything everywhere all at once

https://youtu.be/wxN1T1uxQ2g

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

How do we start a creative session in the studio? What are our "go to" moves to get us into our creative groove?

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Karen Stamper - Sketchbook Courses

https://karenstampercollage.com/workshops/

Tansy Hargan online courses

http://tansyhargan.bigcartel.com/category/online-courses

Helen Perry - Just Bloody Post It Podcast

https://www.helen-perry.co.uk/the-just-bloody-post-it-podcast/

A recipe for elderflower cordial

https://www.rivercottage.net/recipes/elderflower-cordial

The recipe Isobel uses for elderberry elixir: 

https://nativehands.co.uk/2021/08/forage-of-the-month-aug-sept/ 

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

What do we do when we're in a funk with our art?! Last time we talked about how our art can drop down our list of priorities. By the time we get to our art, we can be tired and grumpy! So how do we break out of our funk, and get ourselves into the studio?

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

The 100 day project

https://www.the100dayproject.org/

My Family and Other Animals by Gerald Durrell

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/My_Family_and_Other_Animals

The Joy of Small Things by Hannah Jane Parkinson

https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/57123678

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical

https://beautifulmusical.co.uk/

David Hockney at the Fitzwilliam

https://fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/visit-us/exhibitions/hockneys-eye-the-art-and-technology-of-depiction

Isobel's Seascapes course:

https://isobelmoore.podia.com/celtic-seascapes

Sign up to Izzy's newsletter and course updates for her early bird offer.

https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62719226ec93244248595c40

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

When we teach, often our own art and creativity can take a backseat. Why does this happen and what can we do to change it?

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel Moore and Gina Ferrari are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Izzy's new course Celtic Seascapes starts 1 June, with discounted early bird access from 18 May for subscribers. Find the info here:

https://isobelmoore.podia.com/celtic-seascapes

Sign up for early bird access updates here: 

https://www.isobelmoore.co.uk/celtic-seascapes/

Michael Hyatt's Full Focus planning system: 

https://fullfocusplanner.com/system/

For more ideas on how to balance work with your art, try these links:

https://thecreativeindependent.com/guides/how-to-balance-full-time-work-with-creative-projects/

https://theartofeducation.edu/2021/08/02/august-do-you-really-have-to-choose-between-being-an-artist-or-art-teacher/

https://artsintegration.com/topics/classroom-management/time-management/

https://artbizsuccess.com/time-management/ or should that be self-management? 

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

Do you find that creativity ebbs and flows? In this episode we discuss how we face the challenge of not feeling very creative whilst recognising there will be other times when we have more ideas than we can put into practice.

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Susan McCreevy https://www.susanmccreevy.com/

How to make clear gesso: Mix 1 part cornstarch with 2 parts cool water and mix in 4 parts PVA glue

Izzy's Seascapes course: https://isobelmoore.podia.com/celtic-seascapes

Gina's courses: https://ginaferrari.podia.com/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

To frame or not to frame? That is the question - and not just for textile art! We chat about some of the various ways we've finished and framed our textile work, and as a bonus, you can watch a video version of our chat over on our new YouTube channel https://youtu.be/I5Tlg-oOtdo. 

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel Moore and Gina Ferrari are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Hoopers Framing mount kits

https://hoopersframing.co.uk/collections/mounts-backs-bag-kits

Strand Framing make excellent wooden frames in similar dimensions to IKEA favourites

https://www.strandframing.com/collections/ikea-picture-frame-range-sizes 

Meditation and Mindfulness by Andy Puddicombe

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27414493-the-headspace-guide-to-meditation-mindfulness

Headspace

https://www.headspace.com/

On Chapel Sands by Laura Cumming

https://www.theguardian.com/books/2019/jun/26/on-chapel-sands-laura-cumming-review

A Face to the World by Laura Cumming

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2362299.A_Face_to_the_World

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

This week we're trying not to overthink things - and talking about what we can do if we find that we are.

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Anna Wilson - Tea and a Sewing Machine

https://www.awilson.co.uk/

The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Power_of_Now

https://youtu.be/kvtYjdriSpM

Creative Pep Talk Podcast

https://www.creativepeptalk.com/

Super Duty Tough Work Podcast

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/super-duty-tough-work-podcast/id1016100280

Gary Vaynerchuk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oOehcQjIrs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v8cBTK45Uqw

Missenden School of Creative Arts

https://www.missendenschoolofcreativearts.co.uk/

Jackie Devereux

https://www.watercolour-online.co.uk/

Janet Crowther

https://www.textilestudioartists.co.uk/janet-crowther

Artist residencies at Brison Veor

https://brisonsveor.org.uk/

Kate Cosgrove, illustrator

https://childrensillustrators.com/KCosgrove/portfolio

Two easily-remembered questions that silence negative thoughts (if you can actually remember them)

https://youtu.be/kvtYjdriSpM

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

This week, we're thinking about you, our audience, even more than usual! "Who is the audience for my work" is a question every artist grapples with. We both wear lots of different hats, but are we always talking to the same people? And if we want to reach more or new people, how do we do it?

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Tansy Hargan

http://tansyhargan.com/

The 100 Day Project

https://www.the100dayproject.org/

Faye Bridgwater

https://www.fayebridgwater.com/

Izzy's courses on Podia - coming soon

https://isobelmoore.podia.com/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

Do you ever find yourself saying yes when actually you want to say no? Why is it so hard to say no? In this episode we talk why it's hard, and how to (maybe) make it easier.

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Ramster Embroidery Exhibition

https://www.ramsterevents.com/single-post/2017/02/20/embroidery-textile-art-exhibition-10th-march-to-26th-march-2017

London Drawing Group

http://www.londondrawinggroup.com/

Newlyn Art School 

https://www.newlynartschool.co.uk/

What Are You Looking At - 150 Years of Modern Art

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15929764-what-are-you-looking-at

President Zelensky (Washington Post)

https://youtu.be/ta3bWJCtu_k

Ukrainian woman confronts armed Russian soldier (BBC)

https://youtu.be/pekBo-ynIhI

Farmer steals Russian tank (Farmers Weekly)

https://www.fwi.co.uk/news/ukrainian-farmer-uses-tractor-to-steal-russian-tank

Mentour pilot 

https://youtube.com/c/MentourPilotaviation

Big Jet TV

https://youtube.com/c/BigJetTV

Mel Robbins

https://melrobbins.com/

Isobel's fundraiser

https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/isobel-moore-ukraine-appeal

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

Ever had the feeling you don't belong, you don't know what you're talking about, and you're not as good as other people say you are? Sounds a bit like imposter syndrome, and something most of us have experienced! Where does it come from? What triggers it? And is there anything we can do about it?

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Artists Way - Every Day

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6659434-the-artist-s-way-every-day

The 100 Day Project

https://www.the100dayproject.org/

Portrait Artist of the Year at Compton Verney

https://www.comptonverney.org.uk/event/portrait-artist-of-the-year/

Portrait Artist of the Year

https://www.sky.com/watch/title/series/3e1cfda1-28a9-42f2-be75-220b7e8863ca/portrait-artist-of-the-year

Helen Perry - The Switch

https://www.helen-perry.co.uk/

How wanting less leads to Satisfaction 

https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2022/03/why-we-are-never-satisfied-happiness/621304/?mc_cid=4cb6ecf61b&mc_eid=938416bf23

"I saw the angel in the marble and I carved until I set him free" Michaelangelo

Cezanne - his studio

https://www.cezanne-en-provence.com/en/the-cezanne-sites/atelier-de-cezanne/

Cezanne - the artist

https://www.paul-cezanne.org/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

We've both stitched on some funny things in our time - and while we don't necessarily recommend that you give these a go, we thought you might be interested in exactly what we've stitched and how - and perhaps more importantly, what we stitch now and why!

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

One of Many Postcards by John Pedder

https://www.instagram.com/p/BvirmEgA_TD/?hl=en

Ramster Embroidery Exhibition

https://www.ramsterevents.com/single-post/2017/02/20/embroidery-textile-art-exhibition-10th-march-to-26th-march-2017

The Art of Stitching on Metal by Ann Parr

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Art-Stitching-Metal-Ann-Parr/dp/1844482251

Surfaces for Stitch by Gwen Hedley

https://www.abebooks.co.uk/9780713486667/Surfaces-Stitch-Plastics-Films-Fabric-071348666X/plp

Wordle

https://www.nytimes.com/2022/01/03/technology/wordle-word-game-creator.html

Painter's Keys newsletter

https://painterskeys.com/about/

Count me in - Netflix documentary

https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/count_me_in_2021 

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

We're creative people, and we use a lot of stuff. But what do we do when we have too much? Is it time to declutter? And how do we go about it?

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Our online courses are open to new enrolments until the end of January, with access until 30th April:

www.coursecraft.net/u/IsobelMoore

www.coursecraft.net/u/GinaFerrari

Marie Kondo   

https://konmari.com/

Decluttering Momentum

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3zcfQidjk0

The Container Concept

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_24PoIZSmVs

Mind, Body and Soil

https://mindbodysoil.com/

Rootbound by Alice Vincent

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51803857-rootbound

Alice Vincent Instagram account - Noughtieculture

https://www.instagram.com/noughticulture/?hl=en

Create a new desktop wallpaper using Canva

https://www.canva.com/en_gb/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

Do you call yourself an artist? Or does that make you uncomfortable? We've both had mixed feelings in the past, so do we call ourselves artists now?!

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys .

Mentioned in this episode:

Our online courses available until 30th April: 

www.coursecraft.net/u/IsobelMoore

www.coursecraft.net/u/GinaFerrari

Art Juice

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/art-juice-a-podcast-for-artists-creatives-and-art-lovers/id1451530001

Nicholas Wilton & Art to Life

https://www.nicholaswilton.com/

https://www.art2life.com/statement/

Louise Fletcher

https://www.louisefletcherart.com/

Textile Artists or Artists who work with textiles?

Louise Bourgeois https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louise_Bourgeois

Tracey Emin https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tracey_Emin

The Giver of Stars by JoJo Moyes

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43925876-the-giver-of-stars

Essentialism by Greg McKeown

https://gregmckeown.com/books/essentialism/

Blinkist

Isobel's Blinkist link: http://blinki.st/9a3d993426ea

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

In this final episode of the year, we look back at our goals and plans for 2021, and chat about whether we achieved them - or not! And if we didn't, do we know why? And do we like having plans anyway? Or do we prefer to set a rough intention for the year, and stay flexible? 

We also talk a little about what 2022 might look like, what's actually important to us, and how we're going to attempt to keep ourselves on track in the new year. 

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. 

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode: 

Word of the year

https://elisabethmcknight.com/word-of-the-year-ideas/

Whole Year Calendar https://www.year-planner-calendar.co.uk/2021-year-planner-wall-diary-calendar-public-holiday-chart-free.htm

and also http://www.pdfcalendar.com/

Bullet Journal

https://bulletjournal.com/

Dingbats notebooks

https://www.dingbats-notebooks.com/

Moleskine notebooks

https://www.moleskine.com/en-gb/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Ruth Issett https://textilestudygroup.co.uk/members/ruth-issett/

Textile Study Group https://textilestudygroup.co.uk/

Bobby Britnell https://www.bobbybritnell.co.uk/

Dorothy Tucker https://textilestudygroup.co.uk/members/dorothy-tucker/

Di Buttenshaw https://www.kentguildsdw.org/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

How would you like to be remembered? As creative people we leave a lot of ‘stuff’ behind us but in this episode we chat about the true legacy we would like to leave rather than just the things we make.

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Susan Piver - The Open Heart Project https://openheartproject.com/

Llama Life Organisation App https://llamalife.co/

52 Ways to Walk by Annabel Streets https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/58284123

Hip Pop Kombucha https://drinkhippop.com/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Gina's online courses: https://ginaferrari.podia.com/https://ginaferrari.podia.com/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

Izzy's Celtic Seascapes online course: https://isobelmoore.podia.com/celtic-seascapes

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

Yes, it's that time of year! We think about what we might like to receive this Christmas - from the obvious and perhaps indulgent to the seemingly mundane things that would actually make our day. 

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Kew Gardens & Wakehurst membership

https://www.kew.org/join-and-support

V & A museum membership

https://www.vam.ac.uk/info/join-support

Gina's best scissors

https://www.raggedlife.com/collections/shop/products/rag-rug-fabric-scissors

Missenden School of Creative Arts

https://www.missendenschoolofcreativearts.co.uk/

Jackie Devereux

https://www.watercolour-online.co.uk/

Desk Vacuum Cleaner - top ten

https://uk.bestreviews.guide/mini-vacuum-cleaner-for-desk

Double sided velcro

https://www.velcro.com/business/products/self-engaging-and-back-to-back/

Pens

Muji - https://www.amazon.co.uk/muji-pens/s?k=muji+pens

Uniball - https://uniball.co.uk/all-products/brands/pin/

Pilot - https://www.pilotpen.co.uk/

Sketchbooks/notebooks

Seawhite - https://www.seawhite.co.uk/Catalogue/SKETCHBOOKS-PADS

Moleskine - https://www.jacksonsart.com/moleskine-hard-cover-sketchbooks

Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24453082-big-magic

Gutterman Recycled Threads

https://jaycotts.co.uk/collections/gutermann-100-recycled-sewing-thread

Uckfield Late Night Shopping 3rd December

https://www.facebook.com/UckfieldLateNightShopping/

St Mary's Christmas Market 4th December

https://www.stmaryscrc.co.uk/events

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

Our 26th episode and a year since we started this podcast! We chat about friendship, our personalities, what we've learned, and our plans for the future. 

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Dana K. White - decluttering expert!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXJYTIbOnPhWHdqJX5oK_Hw

The Container Concept explained

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_24PoIZSmVs

Neal's Yard Remedies to Roll

https://www.nealsyardremedies.com/elysium.search?autocomplete=searchsuggestion&search=remedies%20to%20roll%20collection

Calm Christmas Podcast

https://bethkempton.com/podcast/

The Winter Writing Sanctuary

https://dowhatyouloveforlife.com/course/winter-writing-sanctuary-live-2021/

The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron

https://juliacameronlive.com/the-artists-way/

Uckfield Late Night Shopping 3rd December

https://www.facebook.com/UckfieldLateNightShopping/

St Mary's Christmas Market, Guilden Morden, 4th December

https://www.stmaryscrc.co.uk/events

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

In this episode we chat with Maggie Schnücker about her work and her new book.

Mentioned in this episode:

Maggie Schnücker

Website: https://maggiejosstudio.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maggiejosstudio

Book: Botanical Embroidery  - 30 Effortless Designs that showcase the beauty of nature

Published by Page Street Publishing on 16 November 2021

https://www.pagestreetpublishing.com/

Available in the UK on Kindle from the publication date 16 November, and in paperback from 21st December

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/botanical-embroidery-maggie-schn-cker/1138500517?ean=9781645674184

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Botanical-Embroidery-Effortless-Designs-Showcase/dp/1645674185

Gina's exhibition: Paint, Print & Stitch 2nd - 26th November 2021

The Hub, Melbourn, Cambridgeshire

https://melbournhub.co.uk/

One of Many Postcards by John Pedder

https://www.instagram.com/p/BvirmEgA_TD/?hl=en

Izzy's Beautiful Baubles course

https://coursecraft.net/c/BeautifulBaubles2021/splash

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

Marketing is a key part of any business - including being an artist - but thinking about "marketing" can seem very dry and dull, and make you want to run for the hills. Maybe there's a different way to look at it? 

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Alice Sheridan's Time to Shine course

https://www.soulrocketstudio.com/shine

Helen Perry - Instagram guru

https://www.helen-perry.co.uk/

Gina's course Paint, Print, Collage and Stitch

https://coursecraft.net/c/paintandstitch/splash

Izzy's free course Create an Acoustic Stitch Book

https://coursecraft.net/c/acousticstitchbook/splash

MailChimp email marketing platform

https://mailchimp.com/

Flodesk email marketing platform

For 50% off your subscription (forever) you can use Izzy's affiliate link:

https://flodesk.com/c/TYIJX0

Life Force by Louise Fletcher

https://www.louisefletcherart.com/book

Gina's exhibition 'Paint, Print, Stitch' at The Hub, Melbourn SG8 6DZ

2nd - 26th November

https://melbournhub.co.uk/

Gone Fishing with Bob Mortimer and Paul Whitehouse

https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/b0b7r2k6/mortimer-whitehouse-gone-fishing

'Abstract - The Art of Design' on Netflix

https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/80057883

Olafur Eliasson

https://www.olafureliasson.net/

Magic Eraser App

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/magic-eraser-background-editor/id989920057

IFTTT App

https://ifttt.com/

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

Do we have skills from other areas of life that help us in our art? That's what we're pondering this week, after spending a day learning an ancient skill that we may never use again. Or will we? Perhaps there is more value to learning new skills than just what you create on the day?  

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Izzy and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Native Hands - Courses in traditional skills of pottery, basketry and bushcraft held outside in the woods near Lewes, East Sussex https://nativehands.co.uk/ 

Why craft skills are good for us https://theconversation.com/how-craft-is-good-for-our-health-98755

The benefits of Knitting https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.4276/030802213X13603244419077

Pig - The film about a truffle forager. There's a fair bit of violence so it's not always easy watching, but the food is magnificent! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pig_(2021_film)

Nigel Slater's Chard and Feta tart. There doesn't seem to be online link for this exact recipe but it can be found in Kitchen Diaries II... it's worth getting hold of a copy!

Baking on a Barge https://www.floatingbaker.com/

One Million Step Challenge Gina's summer challenge to walk 1.7 million steps (the distance from Lands End to John O'Groats) for Diabetes UK. You can read about it and sponsor her here: https://step.diabetes.org.uk/fundraising/gina401

One More Croissant for the Road by Felicity Cloake https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40492267-one-more-croissant-for-the-road

You can find us at:

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

In this episode Gina chats to Viv Arthur of Art Van Go, about how she came to be running such a successful and unique creative business. 

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Art Van Go

https://www.vycombe-arts.co.uk/

Art Van Go Creative Connexions

https://www.vycombe-arts.co.uk/creative-connections.html

Bailey Curtis Textile Bazaar

https://www.textilefairs.co.uk/

Hellen's Manor

https://hellensmanor.com/

Missenden Abbey

https://www.missendenschoolofcreativearts.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

In this episode, we discuss whether art needs to be deep and meaningful, whether it can just be for fun - or perhaps creating for fun is in fact creating meaningful art!

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Izzy and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Missenden School of Creative Arts

This is my Theatre

Sketches - the Story of Art and People

Ghosts

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://www.toneden.io/ikson/post/ikson-dear-autumn-download 

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In this episode Izzy chats to textile artist, tutor and author, Kim Thittichai about her inspirations, and what prompted her to move from the south coast of England to the west coast of Ireland and pastures new. 

Izzy and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Kim Thittichai 

https://www.kimthittichai.com/

Hot Textiles

http://hot-textiles.blogspot.com/

Reclaimed Textiles

https://www.pavilionbooks.com/book/reclaimed-textiles/

Wendy Dolan

https://www.wendydolan.co.uk/

City & Guilds

https://www.cityandguilds.com/qualifications-and-apprenticeships/creative/design-and-craft/7716-design-and-craft#

Jan Beaney and Jean Littlejohn

https://doubletrouble-ent.com/

ICHF shows

https://www.ichfevents.co.uk/

Nicola Brown fine art textiles

https://nicolabrown.ie/

Trading Online Voucher Scheme (Ireland) - link correct as of August 2021

https://www.localenterprise.ie/Discover-Business-Supports/Trading-Online-Voucher-Scheme-/

Loop Head 

https://loveloophead.com/

Wild Atlantic Way

https://www.thewildatlanticway.com/

Sedge warbler

https://www.rspb.org.uk/birds-and-wildlife/wildlife-guides/bird-a-z/sedge-warbler/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

This week we're talking about inspiration: what it is, what it isn't, and what to do with it when we've got it!

Izzy and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Foraged Fibres

https://www.foragedfibres.co.uk/   https://www.instagram.com/foragedfibres/?hl=en

Fi Oberon

https://www.fioberon.com/

Rosie Farey

https://www.instagram.com/rosiefarey/?hl=en

Steal Like an Artist

https://austinkleon.com/steal/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQ9z2owWxDk 

The Lacuna by Barbara Kingsolver

https://www.theguardian.com/books/2009/nov/07/barbara-kingsolver-lacuna-book-review

Biscoff ice cream sticks

https://www.lotusbiscoff.com/en-gb/produits/lotus-biscoff-ice-cream-sticks

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

Sketchbooks - an essential part of the creative process? In this episode we discuss the sketchbooks we use, whether that's one or many, and how we use them. We also discuss the size and format we prefer to use: large, small, spiral or casebound? And of course the drawings and sketches themselves: how crucial are they to the creative process?

Welcome to a new podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode

Fashion and Textile Museum

https://www.ftmlondon.org/

Frank Bowling "My art is about paint not politics"

https://frankbowling.com/

Secrets of the Museum

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000f1xt

The Midnight Library

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/52578297-the-midnight-library

Karen Stamper sketchbook courses

https://karenstampercollage.com/blog/online-concertina-sketchbook-course/

Pells Pool Lewes

https://www.pellspool.org.uk/

Pink Pig sketchbooks

https://www.the-pink-pig.co.uk/

Seawhite sketchbooks

https://www.seawhite.co.uk/

Sketchbook binding tools

https://craftelier.com/en-gb/the-cinch-bind-it-all-book-binders.html

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

Do you think of yourself as a perfectionist? In this episode we discuss what perfectionism means to us and whether it can be a good thing or a hindrance.

Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Mentioned in this episode:

Feel Better, Live More: episode with Dr Peter Attia: https://drchatterjee.com/the-science-of-longevity-why-healthspan-matters-more-than-lifespan-with-dr-peter-attia/

Painting Birds with Jim and Nancy Moir: https://www.comedy.co.uk/tv/painting-birds-with-jim-and-nancy-moir/episodes/1/1/

Jim Moir (Vic Reeves) Art: https://jimmoir.com/

Le Gam, Lannilis, Finistère https://www.facebook.com/Le_gam_lannilis

You can find us at:

Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/

Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

Welcome to a new podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Izzy and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

In this episode we mention

Find Your Joy with Louise Fletcher. Louise's course is now closed but you can see her art here:

https://www.louisefletcherart.com/

Art Juice podcast with David Mankin

https://www.louisefletcherart.com/podcast/process-and-inspiration-mankin

David Mankin

https://www.david-mankin.com/

Suzi Lowe

https://www.suziloweart.com/

Kate Green

https://www.kategreenart.com/index.html

Fluorescent pink paint

https://www.jacksonsart.com/daler-rowney-system-3-acrylic-500ml-fluorescent-pink

Lucy Locket retreats. Currently Lucy is not running retreats due to the covid pandemic but has many other treats in her shop!

https://www.lucylocketland.co.uk/

Debbie Zawinski

https://www.instagram.com/theferalspinner/?hl=en

Gina's account of her creative retreat at Lake Coniston

http://ginaferrari.blogspot.com/2019/10/a-feral-weekend.html

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

Welcome to a new podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Izzy and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

In this episode we discuss our experiences of participating in artist "Open Studio" events.   

Cambridge Open Studios https://www.camopenstudios.co.uk/

Details of Gina's Studio https://www.camopenstudios.co.uk/user/567/summary

Lewes Art Wave Festival  https://www.artwavefestival.org/

South East Open Studios https://www.seos-art.org/

Bridge Arts (previously Uckfield Art Trail) https://www.facebook.com/bridge.arts.in.uckfield/

Isobel's course https://coursecraft.net/c/celticseascapes2021

Gina's new course https://coursecraft.net/c/Matisse

Gallery rails https://www.picturehangingsystems.co.uk/

James Clear "The right perspective can transform burdens into opportunities"  https://jamesclear.com/

Richard Wiseman, Professor of Public Understanding of Psychology, University of Hertfordshire https://richardwiseman.wordpress.com/

Richard Wiseman on The Life Scientific https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0008y3y

Achiltibuie Artists https://visitcoigach.com/directory/listing/achiltibuie-artists-gallery/

Made in Assynt artists and crafters https://www.madeinassynt.co.uk/

Highland Stoneware Lochinver https://www.highlandstoneware.com/

How to eat a langoustine https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dx2BbP3hD9A

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

Artists are renowned for collecting stuff - and we're no exception. What do we hold onto, why do we keep it, and where do we put it all?

Welcome to a new podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles.

Izzy and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

Izzy's Seascapes course

More information about the new course, and sign up for Izzy's online courses newsletter on her website https://www.isobelmoore.co.uk/courses/

Bobbin Thread: Bottom Line by Superior

https://www.barnyarns.co.uk/thread/superior-threads/polyester/bottomline-60-1420yd-reels/bottomline-col-623-silver.html

One Million Steps Challenge https://step.diabetes.org.uk/

Gina's Fundraising page https://step.diabetes.org.uk/fundraising/gina401

No Dig Gardening with Charles Dowding

https://charlesdowding.co.uk/start-here/

Vegan recipes by Meera Sodha

https://www.theguardian.com/profile/meera-sodha

Gina sometimes teaches rag rugging for Ragged Life https://www.raggedlife.com/

The book Izzy mentioned: Country Rag Crafts https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/4549180-country-rag-crafts

Dorothy Benson - one of the very first machine embroiderers, before zigzag had been invented!

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35565599-machine-embroidery

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.

The episode that almost never was because we kept finding other things to talk about first! 

Welcome to our new podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys.

In this episode, Izzy and Gina talk about what they think procrastination is, why we do it, and most importantly - how to stop procrastinating and do the things we need to do!

According to Tim Urban of Waitbutwhy.com we all do it. Check out his video for an excellent explanation of what's going on in our brains when we procrastinate!

Also mentioned in this episode:

Kate Green Artist

Find Your Joy with Louise Fletcher

Small Pleasures by Clare Chambers

Alice in Wonderland exhibition

The Road Less Travelled by Scott Peck

Whiskey Sour:

There are many variations but this was Gina's recipe courtesy of Victoria Moore in 'How to Drink"

50 ml bourbon, 25 ml lemon juice, 25 ml sugar syrup and 3 teaspoons egg white shaken with lots of ice and then served over more ice.

The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson.