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Jamie Chalmers
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Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers interviews needlework and textile artists to find out how they make their art, how they build their business and why they love working with a needle and thread.

  1. Martha Hussey - The Work Behind The Work [NX122]

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    Martha Hussey - The Work Behind The Work [NX122]

    In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Martha Hussey. Martha trained in fine art at St Martin’s and later dove into an art-therapy diploma during lockdown, discovering how stitch can quiet the mind and surface truth. In this first half we get into the meditative mechanics of embroidery, why the back of the work matters as much as the front, and how humour and the “Sexy Stitch” series emerged alongside tufted wall pieces and hairy latch-hook portraits. We also trace the evolution from painting to thread palettes and that pivotal “do something creative for 15 minutes a day” moment that reignited her practice. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:30 - The Journey into Art Therapy 00:09:47 - The Role of Humor in Art 00:12:32 - The Evolution of Artistic Expression 00:15:25 - The Significance of the Back of the Work 00:28:45 - Art as a Reflection of Society 00:31:03 - The Boldness of Artistic Expression 00:33:14 - Navigating the Art World: From Gallery to Solo Show Links: Website: marthahussey.com Instagram: marthahusseystudio Intro music is I Been All Alone by Dev Do It via Epidemic Sound. About NeedleXChange: NeedleXChange is a conversation podcast with embroidery and textile artists, exploring their process and practice. Hosted by Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers, it is an in-depth showcase of the best needlework artists on the planet. Visit the NeedleXChange website: needl.exchange Sign up for the NeedleXChange Newsletter here: bit.ly/NeedleXChangeNews If you want embroidery inspiration and regular doses of textile art, visit the Mr X Stitch site here: mrxstitch.com If you're looking for modern cross stitch designs, then XStitch is the magazine you need! Find out more here: xstitchmag.com And follow Mr X Stitch on all the usual social media channels! Facebook: mrxstitchInstagram: mrxstitchPinterest: mrxstitchYouTube: mrxstitchLinkedIn: mrjamiechalmers

    34 min
  2. Loren Batt - Lore Maker Part 2 [NX121]

    29/12/2025

    Loren Batt - Lore Maker Part 2 [NX121]

    In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Loren Batt. Loren is an American-born artist who’s made France home for decades. In this first half, we trace her path from linguistics and art history into printmaking, then the leap into layered, tapestry-like paintings and quilted figures inspired by guild traditions, street life in New York, and medieval folk energy. In Part 2 we dive into Loren’s themed series: ex-voto boxes - small wishes hung en masse, guardian angels that gently hold everyday burdens like insomnia or being unheard and Sailing to a Better Place born from a need for hope We also cover collaborations in a troglodyte château, future animation dreams, and why playful aesthetics can carry real social weight without confrontation. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:30 – Art as a Reflection of Society 00:05:47 – The Itch to Create: Artistic Process and Inspiration 00:13:00 – Rediscovering Artistic Passions 00:18:46 – Interdisciplinary Collaborations in Art 00:21:00 – Creating Unique Installations 00:23:17 – The Role of Music and Theatre in Art 00:24:18 – Musical Influences on Creative Work 00:29:29 – Literary Inspirations 00:30:57 – The Impact of Visual Storytelling 00:34:59 – The Importance of Personal Collections Links: Website: lorenbatt.com Instagram: lorenbatt Intro music is Afternoon by Ennio Máno via Epidemic Sound. About NeedleXChange: NeedleXChange is a conversation podcast with embroidery and textile artists, exploring their process and practice.Hosted by Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers, it is an in-depth showcase of the best needlework artists on the planet. Visit the NeedleXChange website: needl.exchange Sign up for the NeedleXChange Newsletter here: bit.ly/NeedleXChangeNews If you want embroidery inspiration and regular doses of textile art, visit the Mr X Stitch site here: mrxstitch.com If you're looking for modern cross stitch designs, then XStitch is the magazine you need! Find out more here: xstitchmag.com And follow Mr X Stitch on all the usual social media channels! Facebook: mrxstitchInstagram: mrxstitchPinterest: mrxstitchYouTube: mrxstitchLinkedIn: mrjamiechalmers

    51 min
  3. Loren Batt - Lore Maker [NX120]

    22/12/2025

    Loren Batt - Lore Maker [NX120]

    In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Loren Batt. Loren is an American-born artist who’s made France home for decades. In this first half, we trace her path from linguistics and art history into printmaking, then the leap into layered, tapestry-like paintings and quilted figures inspired by guild traditions, street life in New York, and medieval folk energy. We talk bilingual identity, raising globally mobile kids, and the moment canvas stopped being “invisible” support and became living textile - complete with stitched frames and characters stepping out into relief. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:06:57 – Identity and Assimilation in a Globalized World 00:09:38 – Language, Bilingualism, and Cultural Flexibility 00:12:15 – The Artistic Journey: From Childhood Dreams to Reality 00:15:03 – Exploring the Influence of Art History 00:20:06 – The Intersection of Textiles and Art 00:31:01 – Exploring the Intersection of Fabric and Art 00:34:27 – Childhood Inspirations and Artistic Foundations 00:38:26 – The Potential of Animation in Art 00:42:12 – Themes of Connection and Humanity 00:45:54 – Guardian Angels and Whimsical Commentary 00:49:09 – The Role of Objects in Human Connection Links: Website: lorenbatt.com Instagram: lorenbatt Intro music is Afternoon by Ennio Máno via Epidemic Sound. About NeedleXChange: NeedleXChange is a conversation podcast with embroidery and textile artists, exploring their process and practice.Hosted by Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers, it is an in-depth showcase of the best needlework artists on the planet. Visit the NeedleXChange website: needl.exchange Sign up for the NeedleXChange Newsletter here: bit.ly/NeedleXChangeNews If you want embroidery inspiration and regular doses of textile art, visit the Mr X Stitch site here: mrxstitch.com If you're looking for modern cross stitch designs, then XStitch is the magazine you need! Find out more here: xstitchmag.com And follow Mr X Stitch on all the usual social media channels! Facebook: mrxstitchInstagram: mrxstitchPinterest: mrxstitchYouTube: mrxstitchLinkedIn: mrjamiechalmers

    44 min
  4. Chloe Savage - Perfection and Reflection Part 2 [NX119]

    15/12/2025

    Chloe Savage - Perfection and Reflection Part 2 [NX119]

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

    44 min
  5. Chloe Savage - Perfection and Reflection [NX118]

    08/12/2025

    Chloe Savage - Perfection and Reflection [NX118]

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

    48 min
  6. Severina Seidl - A Light In The Darkness Part 2 [NX117]

    01/12/2025

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

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

    14 min
  7. Severina Seidl - A Light In The Darkness [NX116]

    24/11/2025

    Severina Seidl - A Light In The Darkness [NX116]

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

    36 min
  8. Manuela Caniato - Beautiful Decay Part 2 [NX115]

    17/11/2025

    Manuela Caniato - Beautiful Decay Part 2 [NX115]

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

    26 min
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Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers interviews needlework and textile artists to find out how they make their art, how they build their business and why they love working with a needle and thread.

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  • Création
    Jamie Chalmers
  • Années d’activité
    2023 - 2026
  • Épisodes
    122
  • Classification
    Tous publics
  • Copyright
    © Jamie Chalmers
  • Site web de l’émission
    NeedleXChange

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