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Khayamiya – The Tentmakers of Cairo

Khayamiya – The Tentmakers of Cairo

by Cathy Jack Coupland | Oct 26, 2025 | Podcast Episodes

What is it about that age-old lure of the Orient, that fascination I have that stems from factors such as exoticism, trade, cultural exchange and art. It’s something I find irresistibly captivating.  It’s a combination of mystery, splendour and unique...
Idiosyncratic Embroidery – Daring to Differ

Idiosyncratic Embroidery – Daring to Differ

by Cathy Jack Coupland | Oct 13, 2025 | Podcast Episodes

In this lively episode of the Stitch Safari Podcast, I’m celebrating the quirky, personal, rule-breaking world of Idisyncratic Embroidery. This is the space where individuality thrives, where traditions are bent or broken, and where embroidery becomes a deeply...
Dynamic Embroidery – The Power of Scale

Dynamic Embroidery – The Power of Scale

by Cathy Jack Coupland | Sep 28, 2025 | Podcast Episodes

Today I’m exploring a fascinating dimension of embroidery you might not always consider; in fact, I believe it’s often overlooked, and yet it offers such power. I’m talking about scale. Embroidery is frequently imagined as something small and...
Dynamic Embroidery – The Power of Pattern

Dynamic Embroidery – The Power of Pattern

by Cathy Jack Coupland | Sep 15, 2025 | Podcast Episodes

Welcome to today’s episode of the Stitch Safari Podcast titled, Dynamic Embroidery – The Power of Pattern. This is where design begins to show its personality, verve, and appeal in the simple, or not-so-simple, arrangement of lines and marks that form a...
Dynamic Embroidery – The Power of Contrast

Dynamic Embroidery – The Power of Contrast

by Cathy Jack Coupland | Sep 1, 2025 | Podcast Episodes

What do you think of when you hear the term Dynamic embroidery? For me, it’s work that’s filled with energy and spirit.  It’s vital, lively and vigorous. It can be strong, powerful and potent, pushing boundaries that can exude a sense of magnetism...
Dynamic Embroidery: The Power of Texture

Dynamic Embroidery: The Power of Texture

by Cathy Jack Coupland | Aug 11, 2025 | Podcast Episodes

DynamiThis episode of the Stitch Safari Podcast is the first in a series entitled ‘Dynamic Embroidery’. Embroidery is so much more than merely creating a pattern or a pretty bucolic scene. It’s an art form that adheres to the same practices,...
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