The Stitching & Co. Podcast

028: Working Through Grief with Creativity – Meg from Nutmeg and Honey Bee Sep 11, 2022

In this episode, host Bess Wilkins chats with Meg from Nutmeg and Honey Bee about the importance of using creativity to deal with grief and improving your general mental health. If you’ve never heard of Meg, you’ve got to check out her Instagram page. It’s filled with her amazing creations: from baked goods to embroidery and so much more. We discuss so many topics today including knowing when it’s time to pivot the direction of your business, when it’s time to prioritise your “offline” friends and family (as opposed to feeling like a slave to the social media machine) and how embroidery and creativity can help find a sense of balance. Oh, and just wait til you find out what creative hobby she’s up to now.

Episode Links:

Meghan’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nutmegandhoneybee/

Meghan’s Website: https://nutmegandhoneybee.co/

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027: Experimenting with different Mediums with Ashlie from Happimood Aug 26, 2022

The world of abstract embroidery can be extremely daunting and it’s hard to know where to start. Ashlie from Happimood Co uses her experience as an artist to showcase how approachable abstract embroidery can be.

In this episode, host Bess Wilkins chats with Ashlie about the temptation of all artists to focus too much on getting it ‘perfect’ rather than letting the piece speak for itself. Ashlie also encourages us to embrace the mistakes and allow the piece to evolve as it needs. She doesn’t start with a fixed plan in mind for her abstract work and firmly believes that the piece will tell you what it needs and when it is done.

Episode Links:

Ashlie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happimood.co/

Ashlie’s website: https://happimoodco.com/

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026: Get to Know Lauren from Lark Rising Aug 11, 2022

Join host Bess Wilkins (Life with Bess) as she speaks to today’s guest- Lauren from Lark Rising. Lauren started her journey with embroidery in 2015 and has since grown her business, written a book, taught workshops and classes, all while juggling two young kids!!

We talk to her about her journey, her creative process and her tips and tricks for choosing colour palettes and exploring different fibre arts.

Episode Links:

Lauren’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larkrising/

Lauren’s shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/LarkRisingEmbroidery

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025: Reflecting on 1 year of Biz with Katie from By Katie Olivia Jul 28, 2022

Making the jump from ‘just a hobby’ into a side hustle or business can be scary. A lot of people dream of making money doing what they love and Katie has done just that, all whilst still holding down a full-time job.

Join host Bess Wilkins (Life with Bess) as she chats to Katie from By Katie Olivia about what she has learnt, how to manage study vs work, and her creative journey in the first 12-18 months of running her business.

Episode Links:

Stitching & Co Advent Calendar Pre-order https://www.lifewithbess.com/product/stitching-co-embroidery-advent-calendar/

Katie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bykatieolivia/

Katie’s shop: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/bykatieolivia

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024: Learn to say NO as a Business Owner with Lindsey from Urbann Nest Feb 10, 2022

Learning to say “no” is something we all struggle with, in our personal lives and businesses. It can be so hard as a small business, especially when you’re just starting out, to not just say “yes” to every opportunity that comes your way. When you’re starting out that might be just what you need to allow you to experiment and build up confidence, but at some point you need to set boundaries… and that means saying “no” to certain things.

Join host Bess Wilkins (Life with Bess) as she chats to Lindsey from Urbann Nest who has been in the small business world for over 6 years about her story, why it’s important to say “no” and whether she’s ever regretted saying “no” to an opportunity.

Episode Links:

Urbann Nest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/urbannnest/

Urbann Nest Website: https://urbannnest.com/

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023: Level Up your Hoop Display with Kate from Modern Hoopla Feb 03, 2022

Wood workers who are women (say that fast three times) are definitely less common, but we love seeing women get on the tools and create something beautiful. In this episode join host Bess Wilkins (Life with Bess) as she chats to Kate (Modern Hoopla) about how you can take your finished projects up another notch with beautiful wooden hoop frames. Bess chats to Kate about her journey into starting her business, how to finish your hoop with just the right frame shape and more!

Episode Links:

Modern Hoopla Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernhoopla/

Modern Hoopla Website: https://www.modernhoopla.co/

Modern Hoopla Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/ModernHoopla

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022: Let’s talk all things Instagram with Yulia from Matryoshka Doll Shop Jan 28, 2022

Social media, we love it and we hate it…but when you’re a business it’s hard work to keep on top of the latest trend, posting stories and photos, replying to your followers and creating reels. This episode features someone we consider the reel queen!

Join host Bess Wilkins (Life with Bess) and guest Yulia (Matryoshka Doll Shop) as they chat all things Instagram – how to have an Instagram account for business but also as a hobby page. This episode was filmed in late 2021 and there have been a few changes to Instagram such as chronological feed options but we think the fundamentals of what Yulia shares are still very much relevant to all of us.

Episode Links:

Matryoshka Doll Shop Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matryoshkadollshop/

Matryoshka Doll Shop Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MatryoshkaDollShop

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021: Finding Your Inner Creativity with Stephie from Hoop and Fred Jan 19, 2022

Ever feel you aren’t creative enough to have a ‘creative’ hobby… well then this episode is for you!! Join host Bess Wilkins (Life with Bess) and guest Stephie (Hoop and Fred) as they chat about exploring and growing your creativity, how to look at it differently, finding the right creative hobby and overcoming perfectionism. With an extra special guest appearance from the Life with Bess studio dog… Aurora.

Episode Links:

Hoop and Fred Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hoopandfred/?hl=en

Hoop and Fred Website: https://www.hoopandfred.co.uk/

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020: How to Get Started with Collabs and Branding with Julie from Humble Stitch Studio Jan 12, 2022

Want to take your business to the next level? Join host Bess Wilkins (from Life with Bess) as we chat to Julie from Humble Stitch Studio about two aspects to think about when it comes to business. Collaborations and branding… a bit of a random combination but this is a jam packed interview and a perfect episode to get you excited for all the amazing opportunities you can have this year!

Episode Links:

Humble Stitch Studio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/humblestitchstudio/

The Humble Stitch Studio Website: https://www.humblestitchstudio.com/

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019: Taking the Leap to Start Your Own Creative Business Jan 06, 2022

If starting a creative business is on your list for 2022, then this is the perfect episode to start off season 2. Join host Bess Wilkins (Life with Bess) as she chats with Sally Wilson from Caterpillar Cross Stitch. After running a successful cross stitch business for 6 years, Sally has lots of tips and encouragements for those starting out or thinking about it. From how to avoid burnout, why it is important to build a community, when to bring on staff to help and more!!

Episode Links:

Caterpillar Cross Stitch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caterpillarcrossstitch/

Caterpillar Cross Stitch Website: https://www.caterpillarcrossstitch.com/

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018: Coming back from creative burnout with Miriam from Slow Evening Embroidery Nov 17, 2021

Burnout is something that a lot of us creatives have experienced at some point in time. Join host Bess Wilkins as we chat to Miriam from Slow Evenings Embroidery about her journey back from burnout at the start of 2021 and how she is learning to identify when she is heading down that path. She shares about how she was experiencing anxiety, business paralysis, and creative block. Anyone who has been burnout (creatively or not) will tell you it is not an easy journey back to normal – and Miriam shares about how focusing on her mental health and identifying triggers has helped her to tune in to her creative side again.

Episode Links:

Slow Evenings Embroidery Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slow_evenings_embroidery/

Slow Evenings Embroidery Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SlowEvenings

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017: So you want to Start Teaching Embroidery? with Melissa from M Creative J Nov 10, 2021

Join host Bess Wilkins as she talks to today’s guest Melissa from M Creative J about taking that next step from learning embroidery to then teaching it. Melissa loves to create whimsical modern embroidery patterns drawing on her love of nature and desert landscapes and is passionate about teaching others to find joy in embroidery and crafting. She believes that anyone can learn to embroider and has years of experience running in-person and virtual workshops.

Episode Links:

M Creative J Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcreativej/

M Creative J Website: https://www.mcreativej.com/

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016: Creating Beautiful Colour Palettes with Sophie from Mindful Mantra Embroidery Nov 02, 2021

Colour really is such an important part of embroidery and as much as we hate to admit it, sometimes it can make or break a design. For a lot of people starting to create your own colour palettes is a bit daunting and you don’t know where to begin because there are a million different colours to choose from. Join host Bess Wilkins as we chat to Sophie from Mindful Mantra Embroidery about how she picks the most beautiful colour palettes for her designs. We chat about her process for creating colour palettes, understanding colour tones and shades, does knowing colour theory help at all and how many threads do you need to own to create beautiful colour palettes.

Episode Links:

Mindful Mantra Embroidery Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmantra_embroidery/

Mindful Mantra Embroidery Website: https://mindfulmantraembroidery.com/

Stitching & Co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stitchingandco/?hl=en

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015: Exploring Punch Needling and Weaving with Julie from Clever Poppy Oct 30, 2021

Looking to experiment with different fibre arts other than Embroidery? What about punch needling and weaving? Julie Stuart from Clever Poppy is the queen of crafts and has amazing kits and online courses to help beginners get started in a new craft. She loves to focus on helping mums reclaim ‘me time’ through crafting! Join host Bess Wilkins as Julie shares the differences between the embroidery, punch needling and weaving, how to know which craft is for you and all sorts of tips and tricks for how to master each one.

Episode Links:

Clever Poppy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cleverpoppy/

Clever Poppy Website: https://cleverpoppy.com/

Clever’s Poppy’s Free Workshop: https://cleverpoppy.com/pages/embroidery-workshop-a

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014: Fighting anxiety one stitch at a time with Rebekah from Stress Away Stitching Aug 25, 2021

Many people find a sense of therapy through embroidery. It forces us to take the time to slow down and work with our hands. For Rebekah from Stress Away Stitching embroidery is helping her manage her anxiety and improve her overall mental health all while completing her Thesis and starting her embroidery business. In this episode, host Bess Wilkins chats with Rebekah who shares openly and honestly around her journey with severe debilitating anxiety, navigating the ups and downs of life and how she does this one stitch at a time.

Episode Links:

Stress Away Stitching Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stressawaystitching/

Stress Away Stitching Website: https://stressawaystitching.square.site/

Stitching & Co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stitchingandco/?hl=en

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013: Standing Out in the World of Botanical Embroidery with Katie from Harvest Goods Co. Aug 04, 2021

Do you feel like there is nothing original left in the world of stitching botanicals. Join host Bess Wilkins as Katie Martin from Harvest Goods Co not only shares with us how to stand out in a saturated world of botanicals but the importance of finding that spark of joy that drew you to florals in the first place. From colour inspiration and composition to being confident to show the world as you see it – she is open about her journey with adoption, business and managing a work-life balance.

Episode Links:

Harvest Goods Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harvestgoodsco

Harvest Goods Website: https://www.harvestgoods.co/

Stitching & Co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stitchingandco/?hl=en

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012: Let’s Chat Pattern Transfer Methods with Sierra from The Knotty Cat Co. Jul 28, 2021

Join host Bess Wilkins and Sierra from Knotty Cat Co. as they chat about all things transferring your pattern onto fabric. Everyone has their own preference, or technique they swear but there are pros and cons to each method but in this episode it is just two stitchy girls chatting about all different things they’ve tried and what has worked and hasn’t!!!

Episode Links:

The Knotty Cat Co. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theknottycatco/

The Knotty Cat Co. Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheKnottyCatCo

Stitching & Co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stitchingandco/?hl=en

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Life with Bess x Lumber Lust Embroidery Stands: https://www.lifewithbess.com/product/embroidery-stand/

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011: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Tatum from Threaded by Tatum Jul 21, 2021

Ever felt like you are a total imposter when it comes to embroidery or running a business… you know that feeling of not being good enough or feeling inadequate. Well then this episode is for you!!! Join host Bess Wilkins as we hear from Tatum from Threaded by Tatum discuss imposter syndrome!! She shares how suffering from imposter syndrome has impacted her business, her creativity… and most importantly what she has learnt in how to overcome it and get back on track!!

Episode Links:

Threaded by Tatum Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/threadedbytatum/

Threaded by Tatum Website: https://threadedbytatum.com/

Article – HRM 5 Types of Imposter Syndrome: https://www.hrmonline.com.au/section/strategic-hr/five-types-imposter-syndrome-how-to-manage-them/

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010: Finding your Style with Krista from She the Bee Jul 14, 2021

Today we explore what it means to find your style in the embroidery world. Not sure exactly where to start? Join host Bess Wilkins and Krista from She the Bee as Krista shares her journey along with some amazing tips to help you start to find your own creative voice.

EPISODE LINKS:

She the Bee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/she_the_bee/

She the Bee Website: https://www.shethebee.com/

Heidi | Creating Magic Online: https://www.instagram.com/creatingmagiconline/?hl=en

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Life with Bess x Lumber Lust Embroidery Stands: https://www.lifewithbess.com/product/embroidery-stand/

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009: Getting To Know Celeste Johnston From Lemon Made Shop Jul 07, 2021

Get to know Celeste Johnson from Lemon Made Shop. You may recognise her from her amazing collection of wildflower US state patterns and her embroidery book ‘Freshly Stitched’. Celeste’s journey is one of organic and strategic growth, setting boundaries and being open to possibilities like writing an embroidery book! This episode we mixed things up a little bit and answered a stack of questions from her Instagram fam.

Episode Links:

Lemon Made Shop Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lemon_made_shop/?hl=en

Lemon Made Shop Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/LemonMadeShop

Celeste’s Book – Freshly Stitched: https://www.amazon.com/Freshly-Stitched-Embroidery-Projects-Beginners/dp/0764361236

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008: Unpacking TikTok for Embroiderers with Emily from Made By Emily Bea Jun 22, 2021

Join host Bess Wilkins as she chats all things TikTok and video content creation with Emily from Made by Emily Bea. Emily is an embroidery artist and illustrator in Canada who has grown a nearly 200K following on TikTok as she shares amazing tutorials and how to videos of her whimsical styled embroidery. We chat to Emily all about her process, how finds inspiration for videos, tips and tricks for video editing, how to gain a loyal following, whether or not to follow trends, what equipment to use and so much more.

Episode Link:

Made by Emily Bea Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emily_bea?

Made by Emily Bea Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/madebyemilybea/

Made by Emily Bea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/made.by.emilybea/

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007: Getting to Know Stitching Sabbatical and her journey with ADHD Jun 16, 2021

Go deeper than just stitching… Join host Bess Wilkins as guest Michelle Staub from Stitching Sabbatical opens up about her journey with ADHD. From being diagnosed in her mid-20s to how it impacts the day to day running of her embroidery business and everything in between.

Episode Links:

Stitching Sabbatical Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stitchingsabbatical/

Stitching Sabbatical Website: https://www.stitchingsabbatical.com/

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006: Abstract Embroidery with Amaris from Threaded Studio Jun 08, 2021

Welcome to the wonderful world of Abstract Embroidery with Amaris from Threaded Studio as our guide.

Join host, Bess Wilkins as she asks all things abstract. From how to get started, to what different fabrics and mediums to use to get texture off the charts and some really practical tips for finding your own abstract style along the way. We also chat about where inspiration crosses the line to copying, especially in the abstract embroidery world and how this community seeks to build each other up.

Episode Links:

Threaded Studio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/threaded_studio/

Threaded Studio Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ThreadedStudios

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005: 5 Apps That I Use Everyday In My Embroidery Business Jun 01, 2021

In this episode, host Bess Wilkins discusses the 5 main apps and tools that she uses everyday in her embroidery business. These are apps that take her ability to create to the next level. There are apps to design, edit photos, plan social media, create workflows and tasks and much more.

And it’s not just for stitchers trying to turn their hobby into a business either. These apps will be greatly beneficial to stitchers of all stages in their skill and development.

Episode Links:

Procreate: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/procreate/id425073498
Canva: https://www.canva.com/
Adobe Lightroom: https://www.adobe.com/au/products/photoshop-lightroom/compare-plans.html?promoid=VKW3KGR6&mv=other
PLANN: https://www.plannthat.com/
Notion: www.notion.so

PaperLike Screen Protector for iPad Pro: https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B08245816Q/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=247&creative=1211&creativeASIN=B08245816Q&linkCode=as2&tag=stitching-22&linkId=f7310c4ab14e616b3154cf1a6f3abf09

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004: Anyone Can Stitch – with Kamie Ford from Villager Threads May 24, 2021

Having never stitched before, Kamie started Villager Threads in 2019 and has overcome so many obstacles to build an amazing business which has been able to fund adoption to help grow their family.

In this episode join host, Bess Wilkins with guest Kamie Ford as they discuss the overwhelm that comes with starting a new hobby and tips to help beginners find their feet.

Episode Links

Villager Threads (Kamie) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/villagerthreads/?hl=en

Stitching & Co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stitchingandco/?hl=en

Stitching & Co FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/stitchingandco

Life with Bess – Deluxe Starter Kits: https://www.lifewithbess.com/product/preorder-embroidery-starter-kit-deluxe/

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003: 15 Tips To Go From Concept To Embroidered Creation – My Design Process May 17, 2021

Ever wanted to know what goes through the brain of a creative to turn a concept into the finished embroidery creation you see on Instagram? In this episode, host Bess Wilkins walks you through her design process and gives you 15 tips to remember when creating your own embroidery designs.

Episode Links:

Stitching and Co Website: https://www.stitchingandco.com/

Stitching and Co Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/stitchingandco

Stitching and Co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stitchingandco

She the Bee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/she_the_bee

Life With Bess – Patterns from the 28 Day Challenge: https://www.lifewithbess.com/product-category/australian-natives/

Life With Bess – Thread Club: https://www.lifewithbess.com/product/thread-club/

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002: Getting to know Amanda Bryde from Brynn and Co May 10, 2021

Amanda has been on the embroidery scene for over 6 years and has built a successful embroidery business through being consistent, fostering the practices of organic growth rather than reaching for viral success. Get to know Amanda Bryde, the creative behind Brynn and Co.

Join host Bess Wilkins and guest Amanda Bryde as they discuss the importance of slow organic growth and staying true to yourself as two of the hallmarks to creating a long lasting business within the embroidery community.

Episode Links:

Brynn and Co Website: http://www.brynnandco.com

Brynn and Co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brynnandcoshop

Brynn and Co Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/BrynnandCo

Stitching and Co Website: https://www.stitchingandco.com/

Stitching and Co Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/stitchingandco

Stitching and Co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stitchingandco

Life With Bess – Thread Club: https://www.lifewithbess.com/product/thread-club/

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001: Rising from the Ashes of Burnout May 10, 2021

Starting at the very beginning, host Bess Wilkins’s story is a rather unique and probably not one that she ever expected. This is the story of how Life With Bess was borne out of the ashes of burnout and compassion fatigue and discussing loss, mental health and finding creativity in the busy-ness of life.

Episode Links

Life With Bess Website: http://www.lifewithbess.com

Life With Bess Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithbess

Stitching and Co Website: https://www.stitchingandco.com

Stitching and Co Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/stitchingandco

Stitching and Co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stitchingandco/

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