Izzy & Gina in stitches

It's been a while! A year to be precise...so we thought we'd have a little natter about what we've been up to over the past year, where are currently in our art practice, and what may lie ahead. Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys. Mentioned in this episode: The Lost Notebook by Louise Douglas Schitt’s Creek You can find us at: Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/ Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/ The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

Gina has just finished two very quiet Open Studios weekends and has now learned that her summer schools won't run this year, leaving her uncertain about the future. Izzy feels a bit flat and uninspired, As usual, she has lots of ideas for things she could do, but not quite enough motivation to pursue any of them! She needs to move forward soon but in which direction? So how do we both decide what to do next? What do we want to do? Mentioned: Jane Brocket Yarnstorm https://yarnstorm.substack.com/ Gina’s Substack http://ginaferrariart.substack.com Izzy’s new favourite shoes: https://www.johnlewis.com/john-lewis-lloret-high-wedge-espadrille-sandals-blush/blush/p109780871 Izzy’s quote of the week: “You don’t have to like it, you just have to do it.” About us: Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys. You can find us at: Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/ Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/ Izzy's Seascapes course is still open - just - until the end of Friday 28 July: https://isobelmoore.podia.com/celtic-seascapes The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

As we pass midsummer and start thinking about holidays and other summer pursuits we've both found our creativity diverted into other activities. As artists, should we worry? Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about life in general, and art and creativity in particular. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors. We both started our creative journey with machine embroidery, and we’re both still figuring out our ultimate creative destination! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you'll find inspiration and support for your own creative journey, wherever it may take you. Mentioned in this episode: Nigella’s toasty granola https://www.nigella.com/recipes/toasty-olive-oil-granola Mersea Island https://visitmerseaisland.co.uk/ You can find us at: Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/ Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/ The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

Do you find that creativity ebbs and flows? In this episode we discuss how we face the challenge of not feeling very creative whilst recognising there will be other times when we have more ideas than we can put into practice. Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys. Mentioned in this episode: Susan McCreevy https://www.susanmccreevy.com/ How to make clear gesso: Mix 1 part cornstarch with 2 parts cool water and mix in 4 parts PVA glue Izzy's Seascapes course: https://isobelmoore.podia.com/celtic-seascapes Gina's courses: https://ginaferrari.podia.com/ You can find us at: Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/ Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/ The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

How would you like to be remembered? As creative people we leave a lot of ‘stuff’ behind us but in this episode we chat about the true legacy we would like to leave rather than just the things we make. Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys. Mentioned in this episode: Susan Piver - The Open Heart Project https://openheartproject.com/ Llama Life Organisation App https://llamalife.co/ 52 Ways to Walk by Annabel Streets https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/58284123 Hip Pop Kombucha https://drinkhippop.com/ You can find us at: Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/ Gina's online courses: https://ginaferrari.podia.com/https://ginaferrari.podia.com/ Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/ Izzy's Celtic Seascapes online course: https://isobelmoore.podia.com/celtic-seascapes The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

Do you think of yourself as a perfectionist? In this episode we discuss what perfectionism means to us and whether it can be a good thing or a hindrance. Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys. Mentioned in this episode: Feel Better, Live More: episode with Dr Peter Attia: https://drchatterjee.com/the-science-of-longevity-why-healthspan-matters-more-than-lifespan-with-dr-peter-attia/ Painting Birds with Jim and Nancy Moir: https://www.comedy.co.uk/tv/painting-birds-with-jim-and-nancy-moir/episodes/1/1/ Jim Moir (Vic Reeves) Art: https://jimmoir.com/ Le Gam, Lannilis, Finistère https://www.facebook.com/Le_gam_lannilis You can find us at: Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/ Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/ The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

What's the first thing we do when it all gets a bit overwhelming - and how else do we take care of ourselves? Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys. Mentioned in this episode: Hilma Af Klint & Mondrian at Tate Modern https://www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-modern/hilma-af-klint-piet-mondrian Native Hands https://nativehands.co.uk/ruby-taylor-artist-maker-educator/ Headspace www.headspace.com Jon Kabat-Zinn https://jonkabat-zinn.com/ Tim Spector Food for Life https://www.theguardian.com/books/2022/nov/03/food-for-life-by-tim-spector-review-the-science-of-eating-well Gina likes this Taming Twins recipe https://www.tamingtwins.com/butternut-squash-and-halloumi-orzo-bake/ Izzy likes broccoli... https://nutritionfacts.org/topics/broccoli/ Tim Moore - The Cyclist who went out in the Cold https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/28248418 Walter Kempowski - All for Nothing https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27477473-all-for-nothing Colin From Accounts https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colin_From_Accounts You can find us at: Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/ Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/ The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

This week we have a listener question: "I need to impose my own deadlines to keep me on track. But how do I balance my need for a deadline against my inevitable angst when I can't meet them?" Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys. Mentioned in this episode: London Drawing Group http://www.londondrawinggroup.com/ Hoopers Framing https://hoopersframing.co.uk/ Wallpaper Direct https://www.wallpaperdirect.com/wallpapers Paul Klee https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Klee Rex Ray https://www.rexraystudio.com/ Hilma Af Klint https://hilmaafklint.se/ You can find us at: Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/ Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/ The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

What's the biggest thing we've made? The smallest? And does size matter, anyway? Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys. Mentioned in this episode: Izzy's new course https://isobelmoore.podia.com/fabulous-free-motion Kate Green Art https://www.kategreenart.com/index.html Alice Kettle https://alicekettle.co.uk/ Lorraine Loots Painting for Ants https://lorraineloots.com/ Ben Wilson Chewing Gum Art https://benwilsonchewinggumman.com/home-2/bens_story Heather Collins https://www.heathercollins.co.uk/ Bite Sized: Miniature Textiles https://dajf.org.uk/exhibitions/bite-sized-miniature-textiles-from-japan-and-the-uk Anna MacDonald https://www.annafmacdonald.com/ Oliver Burkman 4000 weeks https://www.oliverburkeman.com/books National Gallery: After Impressionism https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/exhibitions/after-impressionism-inventing-modern-art Andy Warhol: The Textiles https://fashiontextilemuseum.org/ You can find us at: Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/ Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/ The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson

How should we respond to critical comments on social media? Can we learn from them? Or is it just good manners to wait to be asked before giving your opinion? Welcome to our podcast for all stitchers, embroiderers, textile artists and creative souls, where we have friendly informal conversations about what it actually means to be an artist working in textiles. Isobel and Gina are both practicing artists and tutors specialising in machine embroidery, but we’re still figuring it all out! We chat about combining the creative process with running a business and hope that you will find inspiration and support for your own creative journeys. Mentioned in this episode: Art Juice https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/art-juice-a-podcast-for-artists-creatives-and-art-lovers/id1451530001 The Colour Storm by Damien Dibben https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/58363110-the-colour-storm Fingers in the Sparkle Jar by Chris Packham https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/27993268 Izzy’s new course https://isobelmoore.podia.com/fabulous-free-motion You can find us at: Gina Ferrari https://www.ginaferrari-art.co.uk/ Izzy Moore https://isobelmoore.co.uk/ The music is Dear Autumn by Ikson and you can find it at https://soundcloud.com/ikson