You can win a free kit of the Immaculate Heart design by Clara Warschauer.“Life in Seasons” by Nicola JarvisThe day between Tuesday and Thursday has arrived so we seized the opportunity to talk about needlework. This week’s topics include a drawing to win one of two Immaculate Heart kits from Clara Warschauer of clarastitching.com. The kits are for…

Becky will be teaching this sewing roll at EGA’s Sampler University.Becky Noland’s Stubborn design.Becky Noland of Lucy Beam joins us this week. We learn about dumpster diving with grandma to acquire fabrics, how Becky moved from interior design to creating cross stitch charts, and her addiction to buying antique samplers. Fortunately for us, she t…

Red Genesis, designed and stitched by Elizabeth Sullivan.Sarah’s Piece, designed and stitched by Elizabeth Sullivan.This week we travel to Australia to visit with Elizabeth Sullivan and explore the outstanding art she creates with her intuitive stitching approach. Elizabeth defines intuitive stitching as spontaneous, no plan, no predetermined desig…

Fibonacci Swirls, colors, modifications, and stitching by Cindy.Dreaming of Spring, stitched by Cindy.We have reached the middle of yet another week. To acknowledge the accomplishment, Cindy and Gary gathered to talk about stitching. Topics this week include the work of Jessica Kemper from Field Guild Embroidery, tacks, quilts created by Cheryl Len…

Use the designs in Jessica Kemper’s book to embellish your clothing.Jessica’s kits include everything you need, including the hat.Embroidery artist Jessica Kemper of Field Guide Embroidery is our guest this week. The show is sponsored by the Embroiderers’ Guild of America and the EGA Sampler U. Register in the Events section at egausa.org. Jessica …

Array crewel yarn by Gist Yarn.Palette Scout can help you choose colors for your next project.Avlea Folk Embroidery is sponsoring this week’s show with Sarah Resnick of Gist Yarn and Zollie Makes. Our focus this week is the range of products produced by Sarah’s two companies, specifically the beautiful Array crewel wool yarn/thread and Palette Scou…

Easter communion liner designed and stitched by Edna Sanabia.Beth stitched this communion cloth from an Avlea design. Lots to talk about in this week’s Midweek Chat. Topics on our list include Patreon articles, stitching on vacation, Stitched Stories kits (stitchedstories.com), changing colors on the Botany Bay sampler, creating altar pieces and Ed…

Mantis, designed and stitched by Alexandrina Dordea.Dragon, designed and stitched by Alexandrina Dordea. This week’s Fiber Talk guest is embroidery artist Alexandrina Dordea. The show is sponsored by the Embroiderers’ Guild of America and the EGA Sampler U, at egausa.org. Alexandrina is a self-taught Romanian artist who uses tambour embroidery, stu…

Frankenflora, stitched by Cindy Baldwin. It’s Wednesday so that means it’s chatting time. This week Cindy and Gary logged into the online talking system to discuss new Patreon content; tariffs, supply chains, and their potential impact on our stitching stash; hackers spoofing LNS websites; creating needlework art for churches and public places; hoa…

Stitched by Suzie Vallerie.Canvas stitched by Suzie VallerieCyberpointers makes this week’s show possible. Our guest is Suzie Vallerie, owner of The Enriched Stitch needlepoint shop and new owner of The Caron Collection line of threads. In addition to the daily business of operating a thriving needlepoint shop, Suzie designs and paints her own canv…

Continuing to survive by preaching into the void. This week's episode is dedicated to well-known Zuni Ihamana We'wha: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/We%27wha As always, please check out the stories put out by Erin Reed and her staff at https://www.erininthemorning.com/ Links for other shows on this podcast network: linktr.ee/nermernermer Resource: "…

This week I tried to go to my passport appointment (again). The episode is dedicated to actress and recent passport recipient Hunter Schafer: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hunter_Schafer In this episode I have multiple references to Erin Reed's Sustack, available here: https://www.erininthemorning.com/ Links for other shows on this podcast network:…

I drank a lot of coffee this week and ended up on several tangents (for example: gender abolition is key to survival). This episode is dedicated to trans philantropist Reed Erickson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reed_Erickson. I get a lot of information from transgender journalist Erin Reed at https://www.erininthemorning.com/ Links for other shows…

This week I stayed off the internet until I heard about the Killing of Sam Nordquist. For important national updates about transgender issues, see Erin Reed's writings: https://www.erininthemorning.com/ Links for other shows on this podcast network: linktr.ee/nermernermer Say thanks to research volunteers by donating to Wikipedia. Resource: "Trans …

This week I talk a bit about sex segregated sports, LGBTQ+ community priorities, and people who influenced my transition. This episode is dedicated to American swimmer Lia Thomas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lia_Thomas History of sex segregation in sports and why it’s time to get rid of it (article link). Please consider donating to Wikipedia bec…

I am attempting to focus on projects and stay positive, even though it feels impossible and wrong. This episode is dedicated to revolutionary trans man Lou Sullivan, who I first learned about from the 2024 queer film circuit with the movie Desire Lines: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lou_Sullivan For important national updates about transgender issu…

The first week of executive orders kicked my ass but I got stuff done by (mostly) staying off social media. This episode is dedicated to a non-binary/genderfluid person born in 1869: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Baty I am also excited to share the publication Thomas Baty worked on that spoke out against the gender binary called Urania. It w…

I watched the inauguration and burst into a poof of smoke when what's-his-face announced that non-binary people don't exist. This episode is dedicated to a make-up influencer known as NikkieTutorials: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nikkie_de_Jager For important national updates about transgender issues, see Erin Reed's writings: https://www.erininth…

This week I did a bit of doom scrolling and emailing with South Carolina representatives. This episode is dedicated to a trans socialite born in the 1880s, Lucy Hicks Anderson: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lucy_Hicks_Anderson For important national updates about transgender issues, see Erin Reed's writings: https://www.erininthemorning.com/ Links …

Feeling melancholy in the valley between the election and the inauguration. This episode is dedicated to author/actress/model Aleshia Brevard: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aleshia_Brevard Trans journalism: https://www.erininthemorning.com/ Links for other shows on this podcast network: linktr.ee/nermernermer Create your own podcast: https://creato…

I touch briefly on transgender employment statistics in this episode so I decided to dedicate this one to Rachel See, a woman who transitioned while employed at the NLRB and was the Board President for the National Center for Transgender Equality for 5 years. She is the first person I've dedicated an episode to who does not have a Wikipedia page, t…

This show is created by a transmasc and genderqueer podcaster named Suzy and they want all trans and non-binary people to know that they are valuable and loved and important and real. This episode is dedicated to detransitioner Chloe Cole: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chloe_Cole Trans journalism: https://www.erininthemorning.com/ Links for other s…

Today I'm talking about the tie between transgender people and suicide statistics and transgender people in the military. If you are trans in an anti-trans state and you are interested in relocating to Colorado, visit the Trans Continental Pipeline. This episode is dedicated to Albert Cashier: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albert_Cashier Trans jour…

I spent this time painting an image of bathroom bans with a very broad brush. Some origins of chromosome testing in the Olympics: https://time.com/6998445/nazi-myth-olympics-gender-testing/ and https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sex_verification_and_intersex_athletes_at_the_Olympic_Games This episode is dedicated to Fallon Fox: https://en.wikipedia.org/…

This week, I was perceived online by over a million people on TikTok. This episode is dedicated to Sarah McBride: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sarah_McBride Trans journalism: https://www.erininthemorning.com/ Links for other shows on this podcast network: linktr.ee/nermernermerBy Nermer Nermer Network

Like many other transgender people, I am racing a clock to get my legal documents updated with my gender marker. This episode is dedicated to Alan L. Hart: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_L._Hart "Sex change operation" is an outdated term. Find out more about gender-affirming surgery: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gender-affirming_surgery Jamie …

I am recovering from top surgery during the exciting conclusion of the 2024 election cycle. This episode is dedicated to Christine Jorgensen: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christine_Jorgensen Trans journalism: https://www.erininthemorning.com/ Links for other shows on this podcast network: linktr.ee/nermernermer…

In this episode we talk to Tim Bird, the creator of Adrift on a Painted Sea, which came out on the 1st October 2024. Kat talks to Tim about family, memory, loss, art… and making quiet comics. The post Signals From The Hill #61 – an interview with Tim Bird, creator of ‘Adrift on a Painted Sea’ appeared first on Avery Hill Publishing.…

In this episode we talk to J. Webster Sharp, the creator of The Scrapbook of Life and Death, which came out on the 3rd September 2024. We talk about newspaper clippings, the secret lives of humans, and art as exorcism. The post Signals From The Hill #60 – an interview with J. Webster Sharp, creator of ‘The Scrapbook of Life and Death’ appeared firs…

In this episode, Avery Hill Publishing’s Ricky Miller talks to Katriona about the cultural influences on her work in comics. Kat picks a favourite book, play, film, comic, and TV show to discuss. The post Signals From The Hill #59 – Katriona Chapman (author of ‘Breakwater’ and ‘Follow Me In’) about the cultural influences on her work in comics appe…

In this episode, Avery Hill Publishing’s Ricky Miller talks to Pidge about the cultural influences on her work in comics. Pidge picks a favourite book, film, comic, TV show and podcast to discuss. The post Signals From The Hill #58 – Pidge on the culture and media that have influenced ‘Infinite Wheatpaste!’ appeared first on Avery Hill Publishing.…

In this episode, Avery Hill Publishing’s Ricky Miller talks to Lizzy Stewart about her book ‘Walking Distance’ and the cultural influences on her work in comics. Lizzy picks a favourite book, film, comic, TV show and piece of music to discuss. The post Signals From The Hill #57 – Lizzy Stewart on ‘Walking Distance’ and some of her cultural influenc…

In this episode, Avery Hill Publishing’s Ricky Miller talks to Kit Anderson about her book ‘Safer Places’ and the cultural influences on her work in comics. Kit picks a favourite book, film, comic, TV show and piece of music to discuss. The post Signals From The Hill #56 – Kit Anderson on ‘Safer Places’ and some of her cultural influences! appeared…

In this episode, comics editor extraordinaire Shelly Bond interviews Pidge, the creator of Infinite Wheatpaste Vol. 1 – Catalytic Conversions about her extraordinary Sci-Fi epic. Help support the book now on Kickstarter (campaign ends 11th April 2024!) https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/averyhillpublishing/infinite-wheatpaste-volume-1-catalytic-c…

In this episode, Avery Hill Publishing’s Ricky Miller talks to Lucy Sullivan about the cultural influences on her work in comics. Lucy picks a favourite book, film, comic, TV show and piece of music to discuss. The post Signals From The Hill #54 – Lucy Sullivan on things that influence her comics work appeared first on Avery Hill Publishing.…

Happy New Year! We look back on our favourite moments from comics in 2023, and discuss what we’re looking forward to in 2024. The post Signals From The Hill #53 – New Year Episode with Ricky, Kat, Danielle and Chloe! appeared first on Avery Hill Publishing.By Avery Hill Publishing

In this episode, Avery Hill Publishing’s Ricky Miller talks to George Wylesol about the cultural influences on his work in comics. He picks a favourite books, film, video game, TV shows and piece of music to discuss. The post Signals From The Hill #52 – George Wylesol on what influences his comics work appeared first on Avery Hill Publishing.…

In this episode, Avery Hill Publishing artist Lizzy Stewart (Walking Distance/Lights, Planets, People!) talks to Owen D. Pomery about his upcoming graphic novel The Hard Switch. They have a fascinating discussion about Owen’s creative process and his love of world-building, kiosks, and B-movies. The post Signals From The Hill #51 – Owen D. Pomery o…

In this episode we talk to Briggs about their newly-release graphic novel adaptation of Macbeth, and Ricky also tries out a new podcast format in this one! He asks Briggs to name a favourite film, piece of music, book, comic and TV show, and they discuss how these may have influenced Briggs’s work and creativity over the years. The post Signals Fro…

In this episode we talk to Tillie Walden in honour of the five year anniversary of the release of her hugely successful graphic novel On a Sunbeam.We chat with Tillie about the early origins of the comic, we go deep into some parts of the story and characters, and we even speculate about a potential sequel! (Spoiler alert – it’s probably not going …

In this episode we talk to Ellice Weaver, the creator of Big Ugly. We talk world-building, being part of a cartooning couple, and loving your characters! The post Signals From The Hill #48 – Ellice Weaver on ‘Big Ugly’ appeared first on Avery Hill Publishing.By Avery Hill Publishing

In this episode we talk to Nicole Goux, the creator of Pet Peeves. We talk storytelling, manga, the struggle to make things… and writing embarrassing songs in college! The post Signals From The Hill #47 – Nicole Goux on ‘Pet Peeves’ appeared first on Avery Hill Publishing.By Avery Hill Publishing

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