Textile Talk
Gail CowleyThis podcast is for craft and textile enthusiasts all around the world. We're constantly adding great interviews with textile artists, tutors and retailers plus a little advice on our own distance study courses in craft and much more. The School of Stitched Textiles is the largest UK provider of City & Guilds Accredited Textile based distance learning courses. You can find out site at www.... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 44 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | CraftsCoursesLeisureEducation | |||
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Sarah was taught how to knit by her mum when she was eight and was then forever knitting jumpers, cuddly Clangers and even an outfit for her guinea pig that it sensibly refused to wear. After working as a stylist, writer and designer for many years, ... more
Today Gail is joined by Holly Jackson, a mixed media textile artist based on a tiny island in the Chesapeake Bay, living and working from a fisherman’s cottage dating back to 1870.
Holly combines traditional stumpwork techniques with contemporary na... more
“Making my art allows me to tap into levels of perception, becoming more aware, more conscious, & more grateful. I’ve loved photography my entire life. This brings a tender sensitivity to one’s surroundings. I make the art then the art makes me.”
Ne... more
Cassandra was born in Santa Barbara, California in 1985, and has been creating art since she was old enough to pick up a crayon and put it to paper. She started her self-taught embroidery journey in January 2020 with a bag of vintage DMC thread and q... more
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- Yes, textiles is an art form!
So many inspiring creators of beautiful things in amazing new forms of the textile traditions. And Gail Crowley is an artist of the interview, with a rare ability to draw out the best from the artists, and a lovely voice and manner. Thank you!
Apple Podcasts5Listenfish
United States3 months ago - Wonderfully informative & inspiring!
I look forward to every episode! Gail is a skilled interviewer who allows her guests to communicate fully and in ways that feel relevant. It’s conversational but not waffling, informative but not didactic. I love this podcast and highly recommend it!
Apple Podcasts5veusviUnited Statesa year ago - Love this podcast
Really well done interviews that are interesting and relaxing to listen to.
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United Kingdom2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #61 | United States/Leisure/Crafts |
Apple Podcasts | #19 |  Canada/Leisure/Crafts |
Apple Podcasts | #35 | United Kingdom/Leisure/Crafts |
Apple Podcasts | #9 |  Australia/Leisure/Crafts |
Apple Podcasts | #13 |  Italy/Leisure/Crafts |
Apple Podcasts | #77 |  France/Leisure/Crafts |
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What is Textile Talk about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The show centers on textile arts, fiber-based techniques, and the creative journeys of makers, designers, and educators. Across episodes, listeners get deep dives into embroidery, quilting, couture embellishment, dyeing, and modern fiber practices, often framed through personal artist stories, teaching philosophies, and the practicalities of sustaining a practice—from substrate choices and handcraft methods to publishing books and running workshops. A notable strength is the host's warm, discovery-driven style that foregrounds process, experimentation, and community, making it particularly valuable for listeners who want actionable craft insights, professional development in textiles, or inspiration from diverse textile disciplines. A recur... more
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1. Haptic & Hue
2. Check Your Thread: Sewing More Sustainably
3. The Long Thread Podcast
4. NeedleXChange
5. The Quilter on Fire Podcast
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Textile Talk launched 4 years ago and published 44 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Textile Talk include:
1. Sarah Simi
2. Holly Jackson
3. Wen Redmond
4. Cassandra Dias
5. Carolyn Forster
6. Robert Ossant
7. Jessica Pile
8. Hannah Lamb
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