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In this episode, we sit down with textile artist and educator Sophie Standing, whose vibrant work combines thread painting and applique to create stunning depictions of wildlife. Sophie shares her journey from working with ceramics to discovering her love for textiles and free-motion embroidery. Her career has taken her across
For Anette Goelet, embroidery has always been more than just a craft. It’s a cherished connection to her childhood in Norway, where she spent hours stitching alongside her grandmothers. But as life got busier, her passion for embroidery took a backseat. That all changed when she discovered our beginner’s Hand
After receiving hundreds of applications and thousands of votes in a closely contested competition, we’re thrilled to announce the four winners of our 2025 Joan Harrison Bursary! Each of them will receive the incredible opportunity to study a Skill Stage 2 accredited course for free. A huge congratulations to our
Discover the captivating art of miniature knitting in this episode, as Gail Cowley interviews the renowned Althea Crome, a trailblazer in the field of micro-knitting. From her ground-breaking contributions to the film Coraline to her ingenious creative process, Althea shares fascinating insights into her artistic journey, techniques, and philosophies. Althea’s
When Elaine Jamie-Rose Campbell enrolled in our Hand Embroidery Skill Stage 3 course, she expected to enhance her hobby. What she found, however, was a transformative journey that extended far beyond technical mastery. Through the course, Elaine explored uncharted creative territories, unlocking her potential not only as an artist but
Richard McVetis is a pioneering artist whose intricate hand embroidery redefines the boundaries of textile art. A graduate of the Royal College of Art, Richard’s journey into the world of stitched textiles began during his Art Foundation course, where his talent for detail and design was first recognized. Inspired by
We’ve interviewed Anne Kelly before so we were really pleased to invite her onto our podcast Textile Talk. In this episode of Textile Talk with Anne Kelly we take listeners on an inspiring journey into the heart of her creative practice. Through her intricate stitched artworks, Anne explores storytelling, environmental
Over the last few weeks we have received hundreds of applications to The Joan Harrison Creative Bursary scheme. The scheme was set up to provide valuable study opportunities for those wishing to study our accredited textile courses. It was named after a very dear friend and colleague who sadly passed away
For many of us, childhood hobbies often fade into distant memories, only to be rediscovered later in life. Sarah Pond’s journey with the School of Stitched Textiles (SST) is a shining example of how revisiting a beloved craft can lead to remarkable achievements and a renewed sense of creativity. After
At the School of Stitched Textiles, we believe in unlocking creative potential and changing lives through education. Our Joan Harrison Creative Bursary is a testament to this mission, providing talented individuals with the opportunity to pursue their artistic dreams through our prestigious hand embroidery courses—completely free of charge. Odette Barrow’s
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