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Hosted by Australian textile artist, Cathy Jack Coupland, this fortnightly podcast is an informative Then the Stitch Safari Podcast is for you.

Are you interested in embroidery, techniques, art, design and history? Starting right at the very beginning with one of the most important innovations known to man - the development of a needle, thread and weaving, leading to their navigation across the world. Cultures developed their own expressive use of stitch and design, leading to a unique level of creativity and traditions. Yet, even after a

ll this time, we still use a needle and thread - something our ancient forebears would probably still recognise. Following on comes the use of stitch as decoration and embellishment. Just look at the magnificent work of Opus Anglicanum and The Bayeux Tapestry - a unique narrative embroidery still in existence from Medieval times, depicting the Battle of Hastings. I meander further through history, investigating numerous topical issues as they arise. Tune in, subscribe, download and enjoy each episode. It's really a never-ending journey. I can't wait for you to join me. Cathy Jack Coupland
Australian Textile Artist

11/08/2025

This episode of the Stitch Safari Podcast is the first in a series entitled 'Dynamic Embroidery'. Embroidery is an art form that adheres to the same practices, principles and devices as all other art forms - and that's exactly what I want to demonstrate with this Dynamic Embroidery series. And the first in this amazing series deals with the Power of Texture.
Listen here: https://stitchsafari.com/podcast/
Show Notes here: https://stitchsafari.com/dynamic-embroide…power-of-texture/

29/07/2025

This is a unique space where abstraction encourages us to look beyond what we see, to feel the artist's expression of emotion and imagination formed by using fabric, techniques involving a needle and thread and a whole bucketload of intuition.

What does abstraction in embroidery mean? How do artists use stitches as their expressive tools? Who are some of the artists working in this arena of embroidery, and what ideas are they exploring? Finally, how can you begin to embrace embroidery in your unique creative journey?

Join me now as I explore this complex yet highly expressive world of abstract embroidery.

Show Notes and Podcast: https://stitchsafari.com/abstract-embroidery/

14/07/2025

In this episode, I'm travelling to exotic India, where embroidery isn't simply decoration; it's devotion to a long and fascinating heritage, as told through the Lehenga, a tale of elegance and timeless beauty.
Whether you're a textile artist, an embroiderer, a lover of fashion or simply curious about the art that clothes us, join me in this episode as I explore the exquisite world of India's embroidered Lehengas.
Listen Here: https://stitchsafari.com/podcast
Show Notes: https://stitchsafari.com/the-lehenga-indi…at-its-very-best/

01/07/2025

What happens when one lets go of convention, yet still retains strong connections with beauty and craftsmanship? We can still utilise symbolism and fine work to explore and disrupt norms by using non-traditional materials, aggressive motifs, unusual threads and unconventional imagery, making textile and embroidery art one of the most interesting artistic genres to explore for the up-and-coming while maintaining craftsmanship.
Join me as I explore how bridal couture is honouring yet redefining tradition.
https://stitchsafari.com/the-subversive-bridal-gown/

11/06/2025

This is the episode where fabric and thread meet imagination. Can a needle and thread truly be used to trick the eye? Is it magic or simply sleight of hand? For centuries, artists and embroiderers have been playing games with our minds to suggest that what we see might just represent something else. The thing is, these illusions are still in use today.
In today's episode of Embroidery Illusion: Distorting the Senses, I'll explore the fascinating worlds of trompe l'oeil, shading, dimension, shadow work, transparency and perspective as they are used in the art of embroidery.

Show Notes: https://stitchsafari.com/embroidered-illu…rting-the-senses/

26/05/2025

So why do people fall in love with embroidery, and what keeps them hooked? We know it's a sensory experience that's soothing and engaging, allowing personal creativity free rein. But embroidery is also a learned skill, one that can be successfully self-taught, providing a sense of accomplishment and confidence-building. It's continuous learning and curiosity that sparks further innovation, still able to offer a connection with our past and an appreciation of the artistic heritage of embroidery.
In this episode, I explore the connective power of passion and curiosity in embroidery through the stories of five fascinating embroiderers who have followed their own paths to create unique textile art.
Listen here: https://stitchsafari.com/podcast/
Show Notes:
https://stitchsafari.com/the-connective-p…ty-in-embroidery/

12/05/2025

The legacy of Hand & Lock is the championing of artists through their annual Prize, reminding us that even the most delicate threads carry powerful and insightful stories across the centuries and cultures.
Join me as I explore this pillar of excellence, a house where embroidery is not simply a craft but an art, a legacy and a living, breathing story - all recorded in stylish stitching.
Listen or read the show notes here: https://stitchsafari.com/podcast/

08/05/2025

The Intentional Thread, by Susan Brandeis, leads the reader through a lyrical but logical journey of skill-building and creative imagining, demonstrating ways stitch can be used intentionally to fully capture self-expression.
I know I dip into this book regularly, learning each time I do.
A needle and thread, in the right hands, can speak volumes to many.
https://stitchsafari.com/book-review-the-intentional-thread/

28/04/2025

This inspiring form of embroidery offers a deep dive into how easily obtained natural elements, such as leaves, can be transformed through embroidery.
To help round out this episode, I'll explore how natural design motifs such as leaves have been used in traditional and modern design, and delve into historical practices and the cultural significance of the leaf motif.
Listen here: https://stitchsafari.com/podcast/

13/04/2025

In 2025, gloves are emerging as a prominent and versatile medium for artistic expression. More and more artists are using them as repurposed items, or to explore their symbolism and narrative potential. Join me as I briefly journey through the history of gloves and their uses, to the modern-day culture of the iconic embroidered glove.
Listen here: https://stitchsafari.com/podcast/

31/03/2025

Join me as I explore the predictions from 2024 for embroidery trends in 2025. Are they correct? Do they tally with what embroiderers are creating now? Let's find out together.
Listen here: https://stitchsafari.com/podcast/

17/03/2025

Hoops can be used to maintain tension while stitching but also to display the finished work, as I'm doing with my 100 Stitched Circles. En masse, they make a great installation. They can be hung from the ceiling or used for 3D embroidery, and they make fantastic wall art incorporating different shapes and sizes. Join me as I jump through some hoops in today's episode.
https://stitchsafari.com/podcast/

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