Niamh Wimperis - Arts & Crafts & Business Part 2 [NX093]

In this episode of NeedleXChange, I interview Niamh Wimperis, an embroidery artist and craft entrepreneur known for blending personal experience with traditional needlework techniques.We trace her evolution — from early frustrations with artistic gatekeeping to discovering embroidery as both a personal refuge and a political statement. Niamh shares how lived experience, including chronic pain, has shaped her work, and reflects on projects like This Is Art and her collaborative blanket fort installation.Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction00:01:40 – Navigating Artistic Passion and Financial Realities00:03:44 – The Joy of Teaching and Community Engagement00:06:42 – The Importance of In-Person Connections00:08:38 – Craft Shows: A Platform for Growth00:11:43 – The Balancing Act of Pricing and Value00:19:48 – Wholesale vs. Direct Sales: A Strategic Choice00:24:44 – A Life-Changing Experience on Television00:33:47 – The Influence of William Morris and Arts and Crafts Movement00:40:09 – Balancing Tradition and Modernity in Craft00:47:59 – Cultural Reflections in Media and Literature00:50:58 – Personal Anecdotes and Humorous MomentsLinks:Website: wimperis.co.ukInstagram: wimperisembroideryIntro music is Two Plus Two by Another Notion via Epidemic Sound.About NeedleXChange:NeedleXChange is a conversation podcast with embroidery and textile artists, exploring their process and practice.Hosted by Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers, it is an in-depth showcase of the best needlework artists on the planet.Visit the NeedleXChange website: https://www.needl.exchange/Sign up for the NeedleXChange Newsletter here: https://bit.ly/NeedleXChangeNewsIf you want embroidery inspiration and regular doses of textile art, visit the Mr X Stitch site here: https://www.mrxstitch.comIf you're looking for modern cross stitch designs, then XStitch is the magazine you need!Subscribe to XStitch Magazine here: https://xstitchmag.com/modern-cross-stitch-magazine/And follow Mr X Stitch on all the usual social media channels!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrXStitchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/MrXStitchPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mrxstitch/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrjamiechalmersRSSVERIFY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.