Rosie James - Worth The Wait Part 2 [NX078]

In this episode of NeedleXChange, I continue my conversation with Rosie James, a machine embroidery artist who stitches everyday moments into intricate textile pieces. In Part 2, we dive into her technical process, from working with transparent fabrics to engineering large-scale embroidery. Rosie also shares insights into her evolving artistic practice—and her unexpected love of playing the accordion!Timestamps:00:00:00 – Intro00:00:45 – Engineering large-scale embroidery: hoops, tension, and materials00:09:33 – Stitch speed and movement: balancing control and fluidity00:18:26 – Appliqué vs. line work: when to add colour00:27:54 – The evolution of Rosie’s work and what’s next00:35:40 – Folk music, film, and… accordion playing?!Links:Website: rosiejamestextileartist.wordpress.comInstagram: rosiejamestextileartistIntro music is The Juggler by Ch@ntarelle 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/MrXStitchTwitter: https://www.twitter.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.