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An exploration of crafting your own magic in threads by textile artist, author, and teacher Christi Johnson.

  1. MAR 27

    44. Spring Cleaning for Creatives - Physical and Digital Studios!

    (psst - don't forget, SOFT WORK Intuitive Garment Design course price goes up on April 1st! Sign up now and you'll get lifetime access at the lowest price!) In honor of the yearly *spring cleaning* I'm avoiding in my own studio - I share some of my favorite methods for getting organized, both with materials and inspiration! These tips will help both your physical and digital spaces, and if you've got a traveling studio (or... a studio that moonlights as a dining room table or living room floo...

    24 min

  2. FEB 28

    43. Creating Space for Little Creatures with Beth Hoyes

    Next up in the artists featured in my new book, The Art of Embroidery Design, Beth Hoyes, an artist and art therapist from the UK whose work centers around nature, exploring themes of animal symbolism, folklore and interconnectivity. Beth discusses her journey from dabbling in embroidery to making it the cornerstone of her art practice, the meditative process behind her creations, and how her background as an art therapist influences her work. The discussion also touches on balancing ar...

    46 min

  3. JAN 9

    42. Reconnecting To Your Creativity (when you feel like you're just not doing enough!)

    This episode is all about connecting, or reconnecting, with your personal style of creativity. Let's review the fears that often inhibit our creative expression, like the fear of not being productive, fear of judgment, and lack of ideas. You’ll learn about the benefits of slowing down, discover actionable steps to manage and overcome creative blocks - and explore one of my favorite activities for ensuring you never run out of ideas! Magic Threads LAST CHANCE! Spark Your Inspiration Course Pr...

    19 min

  4. 12/27/2024

    41. Living Your Art with Tessa Perlow

    In this episode, I welcomed back Tessa Perlow, an incredibly talented embroidery artist inspired by magic and nature. We discussed her journey and evolution since her last appearance on the podcast, her new creative ventures into other mediums, the challenges of managing physical strain and burnout, and the intricacies of running a creative business in today's world. Tessa also shares her thoughts on the importance of allowing oneself to play, researching inspirations deeply, and making...

    49 min

  5. 10/31/2024

    40. Crafting Visions with Valeria Duque

    Next up in the artists featured in my new book, The Art of Embroidery Design, photographer and embroiderer Valeria Duque! We connected on the mystical nature of image-making, the power or words and language, and accessing the inner worlds through art. Valeria shared how she combines embroidery with her photography, viewing it as "writing with light" (the etymology of the word photograph). We discuss into her inspirations sources, which include a deep connection to nature and indigenous com...

    46 min

  6. 10/24/2024

    39. Art on the Side with Sarah K. Benning

    This is a new series on the podcast where I interview all of the contemporary artists in my new book, The Art of Embroidery Design! Sarah K Benning dives into her experience as a contemporary embroidery artist, her transition from art student to accidental small business owner to a full-time job, and how her creative process and relationship with art have evolved. Sarah highlights the therapeutic aspects of embroidery, the challenges of sustaining a creative livelihood, and her new role he...

    53 min

  7. 10/08/2024

    38. The Art of Thriving Online with Amelia Knott RP, RCAT

    Today I’m talking with Amelia Knott RP, RCAT, who I know through instagram handle of @art_therapy_irl, Amelia is the author of: The Art of Thriving Online, Creative Exercises to Help You Stay Grounded+ Feel Joy in the World of Social Media "...a work book that is intended to help readers develop a conscious + healthy relationship with the world of social media through creative activities, reflections, therapeutic art, writing prompts, + more" We’ll be talking about how the artmaking process c...

    54 min

  8. 09/24/2024

    37. Sketchbook Fears: From the Blank Page to Creating Magic

    Let's explore the transformative power of sketchbooks - this isn’t just about drawing; it’s about making room for your creativity and transforming that daunting blank page into a canvas for your imagination. Learn some methods of working in your sketchbook that will help you to get moving in spite of fear, break out of blocks and perfectionism, and elevate your creative practice. Whether you're embroidering, drawing, or simply dreaming, this episode will help with the fear of "but WHAT do I ...

    15 min
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An exploration of crafting your own magic in threads by textile artist, author, and teacher Christi Johnson.

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  • Creator
    Christi Johnson
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025 Stitch Wish Radio
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