Stitch Please (Lisa Woolfork)
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| 05 Jan 2022 | Make Nine or Nah? 2022 Sewing Plans | 00:27:00 | |||||
Thanks SEW much to Queenora Renee Irvin, Sonja, Marissa, and Shivsews for their contributions to this episode. Try Speakpipe. If you want to leave/send a voice message to the podcast or Black Women Stitch, you can do so here. Check out Queenora's VIsion Board Party this Saturday, 1/8/22, 7pm EST on Instagram. Follow her on IG for more info. There are 32 Black Women Stitch calendars left! Free shipping continues! The Black Women Stitch website is sew pretty. Get into it. Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 26 Aug 2020 | Parallel Universe Mystery Quilt with Ebony Love, Latifah Saafir, Gyleen Fitzgerald | 00:59:12 | |||||
Register for the Parallel Universe Mystery Quilt here! The six-week class begins January 1, 2021. An early bird discount price is available until August 21, 2020. More about Ebony, Gyleen, and Latifah Ebony: website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube Award-winning author and quilter Ebony Love is recognized as one of the leading experts in fabric die-cutting techniques who regularly contributes to magazines, videos, and television programs. A founding member of the Chicago Modern Quilt Guild, she’s best known as the author of The Big Little Book of Fabric Die Cutting Tips, Binding Crazy Angles, and other books about quilting, sewing and die cutting. Ebony is fond of blindingly-bright prints and takes a contemporary approach to traditional designs. She’s also designed fabric lines in collaboration with Island Batik, including Primo and her upcoming release, Forecast. Latifah: website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube Latifah Saafir is known for her bold and innovative quilts. Combining her training as an engineer with her lifelong passion for sewing, Latifah creates designs that are graphic and contemporary, featuring challenging techniques with meticulous attention to detail.A co-founder of both the Los Angeles Modern Quilt Guild and the worldwide Modern Quilt Guild, Latifah currently teaches workshops to guilds around the world. She has a line of patterns and templates that she has designed to use her favorite techniques, including a line of patterns called Quilt Cadets that teaches kids how to sew!She has released three fabric lines with Me + You, the modern fabric brand with Hoffman Fabrics. She’s been featured in over a dozen books, magazines and newspapers. Gyleen: website,Facebook, Facebook, Facebook, Gyleen X. Fitzgerald makes quilts that blend color, pattern and texture to provide a contemporary essence in traditional quilting. She infuses engineering tools and innovative techniques to simplify visually complex geometric polygon quilts. An avid quilter, Gyleen has earned Best of Show honors. As an author/publisher, she is a consistent Gold Medal winner which included Polygon Affair…So Easy You’ll Fall in Love. She is best known for inspiring Trash to Treasure Pineapple Quilts and the creation of the Pineapple Tool by Gyleen. Support the Stitch Please podcast and Black Women Stitch $15 to the Paypal account for a Black Women Stitch lapel pin! DM or email your mailing to address for free shipping. You can also pay with Cash App Sustained support also appreciated here: For as little as $2 a month, your Patreon support means a lot: Join here Patreon Buy these amazing | |||||||
| 27 Dec 2023 | Stitch Please Swatches: Holiday Swatches Vol 4 | 00:15:18 | |||||
Celebrate! Vote! Share! The Black Women Stitch Sew Black at QuiltCon is a finalist for an Anthem Award in the category of Community Engagement in Education Arts and Culture. Please vote for us here and share widely! Voting ends 12/21 .
The Black Women Stitch 2024 Wall Calendar is available NOW! Do not miss out on your chance to and get your stitch together with a year of artistic inspiration! Welcome back stitchers! We are sew excited to bring you a new tradition to the Stitch Please Podcast: Holiday Swatches. A fabric swatch is a small sample of fabric that allows you to visualize a project before cutting into yardage. Swatches are useful for sewing because they help us match fabrics, guide fabric prep, and prevent waste. Most importantly, if cultivated, swatches can become an archive of your creativity. This swatch series is here to celebrate the stitch please community by hearing from you all. For the month of December we will be sharing Holiday Sewing Traditions. In the final edition of 2023 we hear all about New Years Eve dresses, some adorable ideas for advent calendars (it's never to early to start!), the importance of a thoughtful gift and Eid! A special thank you to Ashley Chapman, Kya Lee, Ellie L, Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich and Zahiyya Abdul-Karim for sharing their stories this week! ======= Lisa Woolfork Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork ======= Ashley Chapman Instagram: @madebybertha
Kya Lee Website: kyaarts.com
Ellie L Instagram: @sallieandsamstyle
Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich Instagram:@olugbemisolarhudayperkovich Website:https://www.olugbemisolabooks.com/
Zahiyya Abdul-Karim Instagram : @covermechic 10 Feb 2021 | Nikki+Mallory | 00:48:50 | | ||||
Ways to support the Podcast and Black Women Stitch Make a one-time donation here at our Act Blue site Sustained financial support: For as little as $2 a month, you can join our Patreon FREE SUPPORT Is also appreciated. Please rate, review, subscribe to the podcast. Tell a friend to do the same! Treaure Mallory is a self-taught Handbag Designer. She learned to sew in Fashion Design School but taught herself how to sew/make handbags. Her company Nikki&Mallory specializes in custom leather goods; specifically handbags, accessories and (soon) home decor Find Treasure and Nikki+Mallory on Instagram @nikkiandmallory and Her website And learn more about her work in this article Seamwork Magazine "Sharing the Art of Leathercraft" Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 10 Jun 2020 | Sis, I See You (Part 1) | 00:47:36 | |||||
Special thanks to the women of Black Women Stitch: Sone-Seere Created the cover art/logo for the Stitch Please podcast The recast photo for this episode is courtesy of Ryan Kelly who took it during a march for #GeorgeFloyd #BreonnaTaylor #Tony McDade #AhmaudArbery in Charlottesville, Virginia, May 30, 2020. Support the Stitch Please podcast and Black Women Stitch $15 to the Paypal account for a Black Women Stitch lapel pin! DM or email your mailing to address for free shipping. Support also appreciated here: Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 07 Jun 2023 | Eat Quilt Joy with Porfiria Gomez | 00:37:52 | |||||
Registration info: KINDRED SPIRITS: AN AFRICAN AMERICAN QUILTERS CONVERGENCE, June 15-17, 2023, Durham, NC Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter! Check out our merch too! Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Black Women Stitch 2023 Wall Calendar Porfiria Gomez Porfiria Gomez is a sewing enthusiast, a designer, and a blogger. Her love of sewing began as a child and is a native New Yorker. In 2014, she began sharing her passion with others - with her Sewing 101 classes. Today, she continues to train and learn as much as she can about the beautiful world of sewing, cooking blogging, and living her best life as a maker. Lisa Woolfork Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation.
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| 11 Aug 2021 | Life's Tapestry with Florence Taylor | 00:38:20 | |||||
Learn more about Florence! On Instagram Her Acting: Florence plays Juror 6 in 12 Angry Jurors (Name changed to be more inclusive but most would recognize it as 12 Angry Men) Her Sewing: Florence says, "When thinking about meaningful events or experiences in sewing [two benefits stand out] mentally: the friendships I have made and more confidence and love for myself and body. Professionally: being part of Art Gallery's lookbook and blog tours. Look for her in an upcoming collaboration with Art Gallery Fabrics Boscage --- Special thanks to guest producer, Christina Wisboro. Music credits: "Buttercup" Dylan Sitts; "Make It Real" by Wildson and "Voicemail" by Felix Johansson Carne --- The Stitch Please podcast will celebrate its 100th episode on 9/15/2021. As part of that effort, we are looking to add 100 additional Black Women Stitch Patreon supporters by the 100th Stitch Please podcast episode publication date. These funds will be used to build financial stability for the podcast while alleviating the pressure of a solo operation. Will you join us? For as little as $2 a month, you can help Lisa hire consistent editorial and production support. Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 22 Apr 2020 | Melanated Custom Fabric with Emerald Curtain Fabric | 01:01:40 | |||||
Pamela has a new round of fabric! Her Round Six is Open now until May 5th. Check out her social media pages to see the amazing selections. You can place your preorders on her website. Website (to preorder fabrics and browse current retail offerings) Support the Stitch Please podcast and Black Women Stitch $15 to the Paypal account for a Black Women Stitch lapel pin! DM or email your mailing to address for free shipping. Support also appreciated here: Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 29 Apr 2020 | Real Sewists of Atlanta with Nikki G | 00:58:50 | |||||
Website: www.sewingmystyle.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/sewingmystyle/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/atlantasewingstyle/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/sewingforbeginners/ FB Group: Sewing Projects for Beginners - https://www.facebook.com/groups/195988314358866 FB Page: Sewing My Style - https://www.facebook.com/sewingmystyle FB Page: Sewing Lessons LIVE - https://www.facebook.com/sewinglessonslive Begin Thursday April 30 (exclusively for FB Group). Classes release to the public on May 7th. Support the Stitch Please podcast and Black Women Stitch $15 to the Paypal account for a Black Women Stitch lapel pin! DM or email your mailing to address for free shipping. Support also appreciated here: Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 22 Jan 2025 | Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes: Ergonomics for Sewing Success | 00:26:36 | |||||
This week on "Stitch Please", Lisa dives into the world of sewing ergonomics, proving that comfort is queen! From posture to pedal setup, she shares practical tips to keep your sewing game strong and pain-free. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned stitcher, Lisa's got the hacks to make sewing a joy, not a pain in the neck (or back)! ===== ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork ====== Stay Connected: YouTube: Black Women Stitch Instagram: Black Women Stitch Facebook: Stitch Please Podcast -- Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Check out our Amazon Store | |||||||
| 08 Feb 2023 | Carole Lyles Shaw, Modern Quilt Innovator | 00:38:23 | |||||
Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Black Women Stitch 2023 Wall Calendar Thanks to our Sew Black underwriters: Spoonflower (SEWBLACKQC for 20%off) and Moda. Additional support: BerninaMaterial support provided by Accuquilt, , Aurifil, Crimson Tate (SEWBLACKQC for 10% off), My Notions, Ruby Star Society, Spoonflower Road to QuiltCon: Trains, Planes, and Automobiles is sponsored by Bernina with material support from Amtrak and SewEzi, Carole Lyles Shaw Carole’s passion is to inspire quilters to explore the fun and creative freedom of making modern quilts. She taught herself to quilt when she decided to make quilts for her wonderful nieces and nephews. Then, she found her first quilting home with the African American Quilters of Baltimore, who gently taught her the best techniques to express her quilt vision. She is excited about modern quilting because it brings individualism and free expression to the quilts we are making today. She teaches workshops to help quilters confidently and joyfully dive into modern quilting. Her students say that her workshops inspire them to let their creative voices shine. Lisa Woolfork Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English, specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Insights from this episode:
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| 29 Sep 2021 | Sewing Spaces: Carolyn Norman, Diary of a Sewing Fanatic | 00:36:02 | |||||
Learn more about Carolyn Norman, Diary of a Sewing Fanatic! The Sewing Cave (before the move) Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 21 Aug 2024 | Raleigh Frocktails HOO-DEE-HOO! | 00:32:55 | |||||
This week on *Stitch Please,* Lisa is joined by Salina, Toni, and Shon—the dynamic trio behind the upcoming Raleigh Frocktails! They dish on how the Atlanta Frocktails sparked their idea and how they pulled off planning the Raleigh event in just 4 months (with a little HOO-DEE-HOO action, of course). Tune in to hear how mood boards are fueling the buzz and pushing everyone to step out of their comfort zones! ======= https://www.raleighfrocktails.com/home ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork The Black Women Stitch 2024 Wall Calendar is available NOW! Do not miss out on your chance to and get your stitch together with a year of artistic inspiration! Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! | |||||||
| 15 Jan 2025 | Creative Patterns By Dee! | 00:26:20 | |||||
This week on the "Stitch Please podcast", Lisa catches up with Dee from "Patterns By Dee", a powerhouse in the sewing scene. They dive into Dee's sewing odyssey from home economics to crafting her own patterns inspired by personal tales and family memories. They riff on the art-fashion fusion, the magic of creativity in pattern design, and the thrill of spreading wisdom on YouTube. Dee cheers on listeners to stick with their creative flair and keep chasing their passions. ===== Here's Where You Can Find Dee! Instagram-Patterns By Dee Youtube-Patterns By Dee ===== ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork ====== Stay Connected: YouTube: Black Women Stitch Instagram: Black Women Stitch Facebook: Stitch Please Podcast -- Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Check out our Amazon Store Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! | |||||||
| 31 Jul 2024 | Sharp Turns: Rotary Cutter Revolution | 00:19:40 | |||||
This week on Stitch Please, we unravel the sweet link between chocolate bars and the birth of the rotary cutter. Tune in as the Lisa uncovers how the design of the chocolate bar sparked the creation of the snap-off blade, paving the way for Ulfa. We'll also explore the rotary cutter's journey, from blade sizes and handle styles to safety tips. Stay sharp and safe with our guide on picking your perfect cutter! ======= ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! The Black Women Stitch 2024 Wall Calendar is available NOW! Do not miss out on your chance to and get your stitch together with a year of artistic inspiration! | |||||||
| 12 Jan 2022 | Bonus Episode: Updates, CONTEST | 00:13:11 | |||||
Enter the contest by leaving a message with your answer! (Contest is not affiliated with IG or Marimekko.) Question: How much 1.5 inch (3.8cm) bias binding will Lisa get from a piece of fabric sized 22" by 36" (55.88cm by 91.44cm)? If you want to participate in the WORD OF THE YEAR episode, leave a message about your word or lack thereof! There are 26 Black Women Stitch calendars left! Free shipping continues! The Black Women Stitch website is sew pretty. Get into it. Financial support appreciated! Patreon Act Blue Non financial support appreciated! Rate or Review the podcast Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 23 Nov 2022 | Blacker Friday 2022! | 00:32:39 | |||||
Businesses in this episode (in order of appearance) Dru Christine Fabrics and Design at the DC Creative Suite Scraplanta Creative Reuse Center Seams and Such Boutique, Seams and Such Boutique, LLC Krafting Cuzzins and More, LLC What's She Creating Enterprises Tangular Irby, Pearl and her Gee's Bend Quilt Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 28 Sep 2022 | It's A Fat Quarter Episode! 4th Quarter Kick Off | 00:18:02 | |||||
THank you SEW much for helping get 5-star reviews, 500 total Patreon supporters, and 500k downloads by the end of 2022! Black Women Stitch Patreon Download Stitch Please episodes Share 5-star reviews here Want to participate in Stitching Holiday Traditions? Want to say "hi"? Leave a direct voicemail Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English, specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory and American slavery. She is the convener and founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. #Charlottesville. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 03 May 2023 | Studying the Art of Weaving Liberation a chat with Amina Coleman | 00:38:06 | |||||
Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter! Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Dubsado helps me organize the podcast. Try it for 20% off. Amina Coleman Amina Coleman was born and raised in the East End of Richmond, Virginia, and found her interest in the arts by observing the creative talents of her family. Her family is full of musicians, singers, and dancers, so she was heavily encouraged to continue pursuing her dreams in fine art from a young age. Their support, combined with her dedication and tenacity, allowed her to graduate from Henrico High School’s Center for the Arts Visual Arts Program in 2019 with massive artistic accolades, including a national medal from Scholastic’s Art & Writing Program, a wonderful experience at Radford University’s Governor's School for the Visual and Performing Arts, and multiple exhibitions. She is en route to finishing her BFA in Painting and Printmaking with a Minor in Art History from Virginia Commonwealth University in December of 2022. She will continue to thrive and receive more acknowledgment of my dedication and success through multiple awards, including The Black History In the Making Award and ongoing Dean’s List recognition. Lisa Woolfork Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Insights from this episode:
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| 28 Jun 2023 | The Making of Black Magic Leopard | 00:39:48 | |||||
Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter! Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Queenora Irvin Queenora Irvin is a fabric designer and owner of Queenora Renee Fabrics, offering small batch custom inclusive fabric to home sewists and small businesses that center Black people, our community, and our culture. Janine Lecour Janine Lecour is an Atlanta-based digital pattern designer who loves to design vibrantly colored, exuberant patterns. Mixing bold pattern motifs with eye-catching color palettes, she strives to create a whimsical art experience. Something that gives the viewer a sense of joy and optimism. Lisa Woolfork Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Insights from this episode:
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| 19 May 2021 | Sewing with Freezer Paper: A Fat Quarter Episode | 00:17:05 | |||||
Ways to support the Podcast and Black Women Stitch Make a one-time donation here at our Act Blue site Sustained financial support also appreciated here: For as little as $2 a month, you can join our Patreon FREE SUPPORT Is also appreciated. Please rate, review, subscribe to the podcast. Tell a friend to do the same! Mentioned in the episode Rashida Coleman Hale's amazing Hey Ladies machine embroidery collection Freezer paper roll (grocery store variety) Freezer paper printable sheets (Perfect for applique pieces, bra patterns and small bag patterns) Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 26 Apr 2023 | Upcycling with Shorti J., the Cottoncandifro | 00:30:40 | |||||
Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter! Check out our merch too! Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Black Women Stitch 2023 Wall Calendar Shorti J. Shorti J is an artist who expresses herself through photography and fashion. She recently went viral on TikTok and Instagram. A multifacedted creative, Short J challenges and inspires with her creative vision. Lisa Woolfork Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Insights from this episode:
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| 24 Jan 2024 | First Make of 2024! - Vogue 1982 | 00:26:37 | |||||
It's here Stitchers! Lisa's first (full) make of 2024 and it's the Vogue 1982 ! Today Lisa breaks down her process from top to bottom which included basting anything and everything, which needle she needed for this specific project, and just what adjustments she made to make sure she absolutely loved herself in the dress! If you picked up this pattern make sure you connect with us on social and let us know if you stuck with the pattern as is or if you were like Lisa and changed it up. ======= Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! ======= ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork ======= ====== Stay Connected: YouTube: Black Women Stitch Instagram: Black Women Stitch Facebook: Stitch Please Podcast -- Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Check out our Amazon Store | |||||||
| 03 Feb 2021 | Button Up, Buttercup! | 01:00:07 | |||||
Support the Stitch Please podcast and Black Women Stitch $15 to the Paypal account for a Black Women Stitch lapel pin! DM or email your mailing to address for free shipping. You can also pay with Cash App For longer term support, join our Patreon for exclusive content, such as the video of this interview and many more fun things. Products mentioned in this episode Simflex Expanding Sewing Gauge Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 27 Jul 2022 | Sewing Road Trip: A Visit to Cultured Expressions | 00:17:09 | |||||
Cultured Expressions on the Stitch Please podcast: episode 52 and episode 78. Find Lisa Shepard Stewart on social media Website: www.CulturedExpressions.com Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/CulturedExpressions/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/culturedexpressions/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/CEFabricVideos/Videos Blog: www.culturedexpressions.wordpress.com Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 31 Mar 2021 | Paper Piecing: Perfection OR Persecution? | 00:18:19 | |||||
Ways to support the Podcast and Black Women Stitch Make a one-time donation here at our Act Blue site Sustained financial support also appreciated here: For as little as $2 a month, you can join our Patreon FREE SUPPORT Is also appreciated. You can nominate Stitch Please for the Hot 50 Podcasts by Podcast Magazine! Craft/Leisure podcasts rarely make the list. Let's see if we can change that! Please rate, review, subscribe to the podcast. Tell a friend to do the same! Special thanks to the following stitching sisters for sharing their comments Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 03 Jul 2024 | Introducing: 1972 - The Chisholm Campaign Trail and the Davis Trial | 00:25:20 | |||||
Audio dramas are the perfect companion for sewing! Lisa can't watch TV and sew as she needs to concentrate on what she's doing. Today, the Stitch Please podcast is sharing one of our favorite audio dramas: 1972 - The Chisholm Campaign Trail and the Davis Trial an amazing podcast by Yhane Washington Smith. Listen in to the first episode with us, then make sure you go and check out the full series! ========== This episode dramatizes the events on August 7, 1970. On that day, 17 year old, Jonathan Jackson was murdered and the guns Jackson used sent Angela Davis to jail and had her on trial. WARNING: This episode depicts the actual events of police brutality. HUGE SHOUTS OF THANKS and APPRECIATION! Too many roles to list so in alphabetical order. Chloe Gabrielle Adkins as Margaret Burnham Julie Atwell Eli Barraza Ian Bell Jeanette Berry Alan Bourke Cole Burkhardt Jordan Cobb as Charlene Mitchell Alexander Danner as McGovern TK Dutes Ebonie Ellington as Shirley Chisholm Em Ervolina Jeffrey Nills Gardner Morgan Givens as Howard Moore D. Rubin Green as Congressman Brandon G. Green as Leo Branton Evan Gulock as James Jordan Higgs Sean Howard as NYC Mayor Lindsay Eleanor Hyde Steven Hylton as Wesley Peter Killy Victoria Leigh Eli Hamada McIlveen Jimmy Mehiel as President Richard Nixon Isaiah Mueller as McClain and Conrad Chisholm Michael Molina Minard Morris Neopolitano Bayo Olukotun Serena Rahhal Bob Raymonda Shawn Regruto Jared Roberts Joshua Rubino as Edgar Hoover John Sebastian La Valle as Harris Danielle Shemaiah Michael Sinclair as George Jackson Jac'leen Smith as Angela Davis Emilio Smith Nina Smith Tom Smith Jordan Stillman as Rose Mary Woods Jeff Van Dreason as Judge Arnason Violet Tallis Chi Williams Ronald Young, Jr. Tau Zaman Sound Design by Xperience J. Editor, Producer, Recording Engineer - T.H. Ponders Art by Neville Harvey Written and directed by Yhane Washington Smith Please continue to support us by: Rating us 5 stars! OR writing a lovely review OR telling a friend OR Follow us: Twitter: @AudioHarlem Instagram: @Yhane.Writes.Audio Support the good people who support us: Blackbirdletterpress.com THANK YOU for listening! ======= ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork ====== Stay Connected: YouTube: | |||||||
| 28 Oct 2020 | Cosplay But Make It West Indian | 00:54:16 | |||||
Find out more about VantaBlackCosplay on Instagram and Twiiter Vanta was featured in Cosplay Realm Magazine’s September issue for her Articuno cosplay. She made the cape and carnival headdress herself. Vanta was also featured on BET for my panel called “Kinks and Curls: ethnic hair in the cosplay community” Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 23 Aug 2023 | Her Hoop Dreams | 00:27:47 | |||||
Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter! Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Jennifer Oldham Jennifer Oldham is a thread artist who creates beautiful embroidery hoop designs through which we can see our sisters and ourselves. Jennifer shares her designs through @herhoopdreams and a collection of her work was recently displayed at the Nashville Hermitage Library. While her mom has sewn throughout her entire life and she wore handmade clothes regularly including to her prom and her wedding, Jennifer never took to sewing like her mom did but used the skill when she first got married and couldn’t afford to buy curtains and placemats, making them herself. Still, she understood the beauty, skill, and time it takes to make things by hand and eventually found her joy in embroidering. Lisa Woolfork Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Insights from this episode:
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| 08 Jun 2022 | Blue Cup Shop with Laquana Drayton | 00:41:09 | |||||
Laquana's Blue Cup Shop is on Etsy, Instagram Laquana mentions a sewing class, Skirt Skills and follow-up classes with Brooks Ann Camper . Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 12 Jun 2024 | Sewing Serenity: Quilters Unite for a Tropical Retreat at Sea | 00:38:27 | |||||
This week’s Stitch Please podcast is a can't-miss episode for any quilter. Lisa chats with quilting superstars Gyleen X. Fitzgerald, Latifah Saafir, and Geraldine Wilkins, about the incredible Tropical Quilting Retreat at Sea. Dive into the details of the upcoming retreat, with workshops, fabric fun, port stops, and more. They dish out tips and highlight why this event is a must for quilters looking for a unique, inspiring experience. If you're a quilter, this episode is for you. ======= https://quiltcruises.com/cruises/tropical-quilting-retreat-at-sea/ ======= ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! The Black Women Stitch 2024 Wall Calendar is available NOW! Do not miss out on your chance to and get your stitch together with a year of artistic inspiration! | |||||||
| 30 Nov 2022 | Alexandria Eregbu Stitch x Stitch Live Show | 00:29:41 | |||||
Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon. Alexandra Eregbu Alexandria Eregbu is a multimedia artist, writer, and educator whose practice draws from ancestral histories, lived experiences, and her own imagination to deepen her connectivity to the natural world. Her work is driven by travel, storytelling, memories (whether lived or dreamt), and surrealist activity across the diaspora— spanning from Nigeria, West Africa, the Caribbean, and her native city in Chicago. Her contributions have been presented at the Center for Afrofuturist Studies at Public Space One in Iowa City, Poets House in New York, the Camargo Foundation in Cassis, France, Casa Rosada in Salvador, Brazil, and Contemporary Art Center in New Orleans, among others. Her writing has been published by the University of Chicago Press, Terremoto Magazine, and Green Lantern Press. Alexandria is a current Emerging Artist Fellow with the Driehaus Museum (2020); a recipient of the 3Arts Award (2016); and Newcity Breakout Artist (2015). She teaches as faculty in the department of Fiber & Material Studies at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Lisa Woolfork Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English, specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory and American slavery. She is the convener and founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. #Charlottesville. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Insights from this episode:
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| 07 Jul 2021 | Sewing Spaces: Sew Sew Stacie | 00:47:25 | |||||
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| 29 May 2024 | 24 Hours in LA's Fashion District | 00:30:53 | |||||
Take a trip with Black Women Stitch as Lisa whisks listeners away on a 24-hour adventure through LA's Fashion District. From fabric shopping sprees and meeting Josie from LA Finch Fabric to diving into the colorful fabric scene, she shares it all. Lisa dishes out travel tips for anyone who likes to buy pieces while they're traveling. Plus, which fashion district is better, LA or NY? There's so much to talk about, but don't worry this episode is much shorter than a commute in LA traffic! ======= ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! The Black Women Stitch 2024 Wall Calendar is available NOW! Do not miss out on your chance to and get your stitch together with a year of artistic inspiration! | |||||||
| 01 Apr 2020 | Sewing, Blogging, and Thriving with Diary of a Sewing Fanatic | 01:02:43 | |||||
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| 01 Dec 2021 | Stitching Holiday Traditions with Lena King | 00:17:37 | |||||
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| 10 Jul 2024 | BeMore Frocktails 2024: Stitching Baltimore's Unique Styles | 00:29:55 | |||||
This week on the podcast, Bertha Chapman and Jasmine Howard, the creative minds behind Baltimore FrockTails, join Lisa to talk about their exciting sewing journeys. They share how they sewed their way into the scene, celebrating inclusivity and body positivity so everyone shines in their sewing circle. They spill all the details on the dazzling Baltimore FrockTails event, where this year’s maximalism theme encourages attendees to unleash their creativity and shine in bold, eye-catching fashion. ======= https://www.baltimorefrocktails.com/ ======= ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! The Black Women Stitch 2024 Wall Calendar is available NOW! Do not miss out on your chance to and get your stitch together with a year of artistic inspiration! | |||||||
| 05 Feb 2025 | JoAnn Fabrics Faces a Stalking Horse: What It Means | 00:28:05 | |||||
This week on "Stitch Please", Lisa dives into the drama of Joann Fabrics’ bankruptcy! She unpacks the company's history, what its financial troubles mean for crafters, and how concepts like the WARN Act and stalking horse bids come into play. Plus, a nostalgic look at Joann’s role in the sewing world—because let’s be real, we all have memories in those aisles! ===== Stitch Betta Have My Money Fundraiser ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork ====== Stay Connected: YouTube: Black Women Stitch Instagram: Black Women Stitch Facebook: Stitch Please Podcast -- Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Check out our Amazon Store | |||||||
| 04 Oct 2023 | Bisa Butler | 00:59:32 | |||||
Sponsored by Accuquilt! Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter! Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Lisa Woolfork Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Bisa Butler Bisa Butler is an award winning African American textile artist known for her vibrantly stunning larger than life sized quilted portraits that captivate viewers around the world. Formally trained, Butler graduated Cum Laude from Howard University with a Bachelor’s in Fine Art degree and it was during this time that she began to experiment with fabric as a medium and became interested in collage techniques. She then went on to earn a Master’s in Art from Montclair State University in 2005. While in the process of obtaining her Master’s degree, Butler took a Fiber Arts class where she had an artistic epiphany and she finally realized how to express her art. “As a child, I was always watching my mother and grandmother sew, and they taught me. After that class, I made a portrait quilt for my grandmother on her deathbed, and I have been making art quilts ever since.” After working as a high school art teacher for thirteen years, Butler was awarded a Gordon Parks Foundation Fellowship in 2002 and exhibited in Switzerland during Art Basel with the Jeffrey Deitch Gallery. Many institutions and museums have acquired Butler’s work including the Art Institute of Chicago for a solo exhibition, The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, and The Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum. Insights from this episode:
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| 13 Jan 2021 | It's Marcy Harriell! | 01:04:32 | |||||
Support the Stitch Please podcast and Black Women Stitch $15 to the Paypal account for a Black Women Stitch lapel pin! DM or email your mailing to address for free shipping. You can also pay with Cash App For longer term support, join our Patreon for exclusive content, such as the video of this interview and many more fun things. ****************Get to know MARCY HARRIELL****************** Connect with Marcy in SEW many ways like Her YouTube Channel Her role as a Threads Digital Ambassador and WIKIPEDIA! Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 27 Apr 2022 | Aja Barber, Consumed: The Need for Collective Change | 00:54:12 | |||||
Aja Barber’s website, instagram, facebook Aja Barber’s book, Consumed: The Need for Collective Change Aja intentionally has only one sponsor, Vestiaire Collective and provides special access to her Patreon supporters. Aja mentions Fashion Revolution, the world’s largest fashion activism movement What should everyone watch? Aja says “The Story of Stuff!” BlackWomenStitch Instagram, homepage, Patreon Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 16 Dec 2020 | Plan To Plan | 00:47:53 | |||||
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| 11 Dec 2024 | From Film Lighting to Fiber Arts: A Chat with Heather Grocock | 00:37:38 | |||||
This week on “Stitch Please,” Lisa chats with Heather Grocock, a visual effects artist(The Flash, Supergirl, The Orville, La Brea) with a love for hand sewing. Heather shares how she left Detroit for the bright lights of LA to work in Lighting and VFX, navigating industry challenges as a woman of color along the way. They dive into Heather’s creative journey, from her quirky business, Auntie Bunny, to her passion for quilting, embroidery, and learning from seasoned sewists at the Coachella Valley Quilt Guild. It’s a fun mix of Hollywood hustle and handmade happiness you won’t want to miss! ====== Where You Can Find Heather! Tik Tok- @thatssewheather IG- @heathergrocock ====== ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! ====== Stay Connected: YouTube: Black Women Stitch Instagram: Black Women Stitch Facebook: Stitch Please Podcast -- Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Check out our Amazon Store | |||||||
| 11 May 2022 | DC Frocktails 2022 | 00:30:10 | |||||
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| 14 Jul 2021 | Sewing Challenges: 30 and 60! | 00:36:19 | |||||
The Stitch Please podcast will celebrate its 100th episode on 9/15/2021. As part of that effort, we are looking to add 100 additional Black Women Stitch Patreon supporters by the 100th Stitch Please podcast episode publication date. These funds will be used to build financial stability for the podcast while alleviating the pressure of a solo operation. Will you join us? For as little as $2 a month, you can help Lisa hire consistent editorial and production support. We are 86 Patrons away from the 100 mark! Thank you to our 14 newest Patreon supporters: Theresa, Ayesha, Lisa, Suzanne, Stacie, Aniko, Angel, Carolyn, Kate, Nikki, Preston, CiCi, Julia, and Lee. Thank you SEW much! Learn more about Jacinta Green, Pink Mimosa by Jacinta and the Whole 30 Fabric Challenge Learn more about Nesha Wright on IG , Sheree's Alchemy and the 60 Day No Buy Challenge Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 24 Jun 2020 | Sewing With Stickers | 00:49:26 | |||||
Products mentioned in today's episode 3M Painter's Tape for Multi-Surfaces Printable Freezer Paper for Ink Jet printers Support the Stitch Please podcast and Black Women Stitch $15 to the Paypal account for a Black Women Stitch lapel pin! DM or email your mailing to address for free shipping. Support also appreciated here: Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 27 Sep 2023 | Chawne Kimber: A Sew Black live episode | 00:37:49 | |||||
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| 02 Apr 2025 | Tariffs and Textiles: a Chat with Oge Ajibe | 00:33:48 | |||||
This week on "Stitch Please", Lisa hangs out with the fabulous Oge Ajibe, a Canadian designer with a passion for fashion that "actually" fits. They dish on Oge’s journey from fashion school to running her own brand, tackling size inclusivity, and navigating the not-so-glamorous world of tariffs. Oge shares how sewing helped her find her voice and why joy is stitched into every design. Plus, they spill the details on her upcoming sewing class and how you can support small businesses. Tune in for style, inspiration, and plenty of laughs! ===== Where You Can Find Oge! ===== ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! ====== Stay Connected: YouTube: Black Women Stitch Instagram: Black Women Stitch Facebook: Stitch Please Podcast -- Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Check out our Amazon Store | |||||||
| 07 Sep 2022 | Represent! with Bianca Springer | 00:42:05 | |||||
Support Black Women Stitch on Patreon. Bianca Springer was born and raised in The Bahamas, now lives in Pearland, Texas, with her husband and two children. She learned to sew as a child, but says motherhood cultivated her passion for the craft. Representation matters and Bianca always tries to honor that through her writings. Recently she wrote REPRESENT! an embroidery book that looks like you! It celebrates diversity with more than 50 embroidery motifs of people in a wide array of skin colors, body shapes, and natural hairstyles. No need for painstaking design alterations—you can simply jump right in and start stitching. These inclusive embroidery projects represent every kind of beauty; see yourself and your loved ones in these designs. Expand your embroidery and sewing skills while increasing your appreciation of others! Celebrate beautiful YOU! Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English, specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory and American slavery. She is the convener and founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. #Charlottesville. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Insights from this Episode
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| 05 Jun 2024 | Sewing and Sublimation (Part 1) | 00:34:35 | |||||
In this fun-filled episode of the Stitch Please podcast, Lisa dives into the nitty gritty world of sewing and sublimation printing. She shares her passion for this vibrant technique, exploring its history, necessary materials, and step-by-step process. Lisa also chats about her personal projects, revealing the pros and cons of sublimation printing. It's a versatile and exciting way to customize garments and fabrics, bringing sewing projects to life with brilliant colors and lasting durability. So grab some snacks for part one of this SEW-tastic episode! ======= ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! The Black Women Stitch 2024 Wall Calendar is available NOW! Do not miss out on your chance to and get your stitch together with a year of artistic inspiration! | |||||||
| 04 Nov 2020 | Marking Tools Series: Chalk! | 00:45:20 | |||||
Previous episodes in the Marking Tools Series Frixion Pens, episode #19 Wax and Wheels, episode #29 Connect with Naomi P. Johnson on Instagram! Support the Stitch Please podcast and Black Women Stitch $15 to the Paypal account for a Black Women Stitch lapel pin! DM or email your mailing to address for free shipping. You can also pay with Cash App Sustained support also appreciated here: For as little as $2 a month, your Patreon support means a lot: Join here Patreon Products Mentioned available on Amazon. If you buy from these links, the podcast gets a a little money. Acrylic Rulers for Domestic Sewing Machines Kalle Shirt Dress by Closet Core Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 11 Sep 2024 | From Guide Sheet to Garment: Decoding Pattern Instruction | 00:29:16 | |||||
In this weeks episode of The Stitch Please podcast, Lisa dives into the nitty-gritty of commercial sewing patterns! She breaks down the guide sheet, spills the tea on pattern markings (hello, notches, grain lines, and bust lines!), and shares her top tips for staying organized with pattern pieces. Plus, Lisa reminds us why reading those instructions more than once is a game-changer and how sew alongs and online sewing buddies can be your secret weapon. Stitch smarter, not harder! ======= ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! The Black Women Stitch 2024 Wall Calendar is available NOW! Do not miss out on your chance to and get your stitch together with a year of artistic inspiration! ====== Stay Connected: YouTube: Black Women Stitch Instagram: Black Women Stitch Facebook: Stitch Please Podcast -- Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Check out our Amazon Store | |||||||
| 20 Jul 2022 | Marcia Spencer, KeechiiBStyle | 00:32:22 | |||||
Host: Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of African American Literature and Culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, the fiction of Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the convener and founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black Lives Matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she became a founding member of Black Lives Matter Charlottesville. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the College Fellows Program to reshape the undergraduate general education curriculum. Marcia Spencer Marcia Spencer is a style & fashion lover, designer, entrepreneur, and stylist based in Raleigh, Carolina. Marcia loves to incorporate trends into the season and loves the 70s vibes. She has a background in fashion design and retailing and runs the Keechi B Style blog. She has designed and marketed a line of children’s clothing as well as luxury bags and is currently a blogger on the Mood Sewing Network. Insights from this episode:
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| 23 Oct 2019 | Halloween Sewing: Lisa's Past and Current Costumes plus What's NOT a Costume | 00:29:03 | |||||
Makeup Tutorial for hubby's Maleficent costume: The only candy corn we recognize is Brach's. You can also try making your own with this recipe! https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/candy-corn-recipe2-2120004 Support Stitch Please and the Black Women Stitch Project Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 04 Aug 2021 | Dream Big Quilt-A-Long with Mary Davis and Shereece Spain | 00:32:42 | |||||
Ready to sign up for the DREAM BIG QAL? Details here and Register here. Learn more about Mary Davis and MaryGoRoundQuilts Mary Says: "After completing the Quilter's Candy pattern writing course last year, Elizabeth helped me realize my vision of a membership that features quilters of color. She gave me the confidence to start designing quilt patterns and to date, I have released two. This is the first time I have started a legit business - besides selling quilts on Etsy. My ultimate goal is to make my quilt business a career and quilt my day job. I'm also a 2021 Aurifil Artisan and I'm excited for the opportunity to work with this great thread and create some fun projects." Learn more about Shereece Spain and SewHookedonTreasures Shereece Says: "My quilting and crocheting journey began in 2010 out of boredom. I was living in a new, small town and I was looking to meet new people. Thanks to a local program, I started to learn to crochet. Then I was reintroduced to quilting (the “correct” way). My travels and everyday life began to inspire patterns I wanted to create." She is also an Eversewn Maker for 2021-2022. She began releasing crochet and quilt patterns in August 2020 and her first pattern publication in a magazine is coming November 2021. 100+ BY 100th The Stitch Please podcast will celebrate its 100th episode on 9/15/2021. As part of that effort, we are looking to add 100 additional Black Women Stitch Patreon supporters by the 100th Stitch Please podcast episode publication date. These funds will be used to build financial stability for the podcast while alleviating the pressure of a solo operation. Will you join us? For as little as $2 a month, you can help Lisa hire consistent editorial and production support. We are 75 Patrons away from the 100 mark! Thank you to our newest Patreon supporters: Emily, Lee, J. , Katie, Elizabeth, Veronica, Maureen and Calvin, Emily, Bettina, Sara, Shanna, Shasta, Julia, kweilin, Diane, Stephanie, and Linda. Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 10 Mar 2021 | Rashida Coleman-Hale BONUS! | 00:26:31 | |||||
Ways to support the Podcast and Black Women Stitch Make a one-time donation here at our Act Blue site Recurring donations appreciated here: For as little as $2 a month, Join our Patreon FREE SUPPORT Is also appreciated. Please rate, review, subscribe to the podcast. Tell a friend to do the same! Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 24 Apr 2024 | Black FAEmily Reunion 2024 | 00:25:00 | |||||
This week on the podcast, Lisa Jasmine LaFleur, the founder of Black Fae Day. They discuss the magic and enchantment of Black Fae, the success of the Black Fae Day events, and the upcoming Black Fae Family Reunion. Jasmine emphasizes the importance of rekindling the sense of wonder and imagination through fantasy and mythology. She encourages people to tap into their inner child and affirm their own magical being. The conversation also touches on the benefits of adult play and the power of community. ======= Guest Name: Jasmine Lafleur WITH A VISION TO CELEBRATE THE DEPTH OF BLACK FOLKLORE AND THE FANTASTICAL, JASMINE ESTABLISHED BLACK FAE DAY. THIS ANNUAL EVENT, SET ON THE SECOND SATURDAY OF MAY, IS NOT MERELY A FESTIVITY BUT A BURGEONING MOVEMENT THAT HIGHLIGHTS THE CRITICAL NEED FOR DIVERSITY WITHIN FANTASY. JASMINE TRULY BELIEVES THAT BY JOINING HANDS IN CELEBRATION, WE CAN COLLECTIVELY TURN THE PAGES TOWARD A FUTURE WHERE THE MEDIA WE CONSUME IS AS DIVERSE AS THE WORLD WE LIVE IN. https://blackfaeday.com/#our-story https://www.instagram.com/blackfaedayofficial/ https://www.youtube.com/@blackfaeday ======= ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! ====== Stay Connected: YouTube: Black Women Stitch Instagram: Black Women Stitch Facebook: Stitch Please Podcast -- Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Leave a | |||||||
| 08 Dec 2021 | Stitching Holiday Traditions Vanessa Martina | 00:26:53 | |||||
Check out Vanessa's earlier podcast (Episode 71), "Kosedo Studios: Sewing in the Netherlands" YouTube "How to Survive Dutch Fireworks" Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 09 Nov 2022 | Fabric Choice is Everything! a chat with LaTisha Porter | 00:26:02 | |||||
Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon. LaTisha Porter LaTisha Porter was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA, where she currently resides. She is a mother of two amazing daughters, Maiya Nicole and Makenzie Elise. LaTisha decided to make garments for women adding later both children and men to her line of custom sewing. The choosing of her company's name, NicoleElise LLC, was developed by her desire to leave a legacy for her daughters using their middle names, Nicole and Elise. Her love for all things fashion has been since she can remember. Lisa Woolfork Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English, specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory and American slavery. She is the convener and founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. #Charlottesville. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Insights from this episode:
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| 13 Jul 2022 | Fabric Alchemy with Mahdiyyah Muhammad | 00:36:45 | |||||
Mahdiyyah Muhammad is a self-taught Artist, Fashion Designer, and Instructor who began designing at a very young age, breathing new life into discarded clothing. She draws inspiration from her practice of fabric alchemy; with an ability to take recycled, bio-based materials and turn them into one of one works of wearable art that boost healing properties. Taken from her research of naturally occurring materials and the effects they have on the body, each design is created with intentional fabric carrying high vibrational frequency like linen, cotton, wool, and organic cotton. Knowing the body in its optimal health has a vibrational frequency of 100, and fabrics like linen and wool contain an extremely high frequency of 5,000, she carefully selects her materials with this in mind. Mahdiyyah speaks more about this in her educational fabric workshops. With a passion for sharing her knowledge about fabric textile origins, healing qualities, and sewing education, she offers sewing classes, educational healing fabric workshops, and project-based sessions. Her upbringing in East Orange, NJ rooted her values in the importance of community, and creating opportunities for others who may not easily be afforded them. Other initiatives include mentorship opportunities for youth, and collaborations with various community organizations to provide sewing and healing fabric workshops for their members. Insights from this Episode
Stay Connected: Lisa Woolfork Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork Mahdiyyah Muhammad Website: https://www.mahdiyyah.co/ LinkedIn: Mahdiyyah Muhammad Instagram: Fabric Alchemist Facebook: Mahdiyya Mbugua Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 28 Apr 2021 | Sew Maxi For Mother's Day! with Teameaka Ray Grover and Crystal Collins | 00:45:16 | |||||
Ways to support the Podcast and Black Women Stitch Make a one-time donation here at our Act Blue site Sustained financial support also appreciated here: For as little as $2 a month, you can join our Patreon FREE SUPPORT Is also appreciated. Please rate, review, subscribe to the podcast. Tell a friend to do the same! Find out more about the #SewMaxiForMothersDay challenge Sew Bold, Sew Bright Be sure to follow the hashtag on IG and check out the Challenge Launch Video! Crumpets Tea and Sewing Website YouTube Crystal Sews and Stuff Website YouTube Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 25 Mar 2020 | Sewing in a Pandemic: Make Masks? | 01:01:02 | |||||
Lisa's Cancelled 50th Birthday Party Donations Here: Patreon Paypal Cash App Thanks so much to ShanailR for sharing her image for this episode and for telling us about her experience in medical care providers battle against COVID19. Research: Here are some of the articles I read to better understand the efficacy of homemade masks as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). 3M has doubled its production of N95 masks to a rate of 100 million a month. No certainly that it's enough. And based on the current shortage, it doesn't seem to be enough. Testing the Efficacy of Homemade Masks: Would They Protect in an Influenza Pandemic? from the journal Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness Centers for Disease Control guidance on Facemasks includes the following comment on homemade masks (note: HCP = Health Care Provider): "In settings where facemasks are not available, HCP might use homemade masks (e.g., bandana, scarf) for care of patients with COVID-19 as a last resort. However, homemade masks are not considered PPE, since their capability to protect HCP is unknown. Caution should be exercised when considering this option. Homemade masks should ideally be used in combination with a face shield that covers the entire front (that extends to the chin or below) and sides of the face." The World Health Organization issued interim guidance in January 2020 about "Advice on the use of masks in the context of nCoV outbreak." The briefing document talked about not re-using masks and proper protocols for wearing them (for which I have included an additional link below). The final line of the paper is striking: "Cloth (e.g. cotton or gauze) masks are not recommended under any circumstance." Why Telling People They Didn't Need Masks Backfired, an opinion piece in the New York Times about the benefits of masks. You can get free access to the New York Times COVID19 articles by registering an email. When and How to Use Masks from the World Health Organization Best Materials for Masks: Please read to understand the very limited effectiveness homemade masks against COVID19. It is better than nothing. Some materials are better than others.... | |||||||
| 16 Feb 2022 | Stitching with Steel: A Chat with Kristine Mays | 00:42:26 | |||||
Kristine Mays website, instagram, facebook Eldridge Cleaver, writer and political activist ''Our crown has already been bought and paid for. All we have to do is wear it.'' -James Baldwin Lisa shared her exploration of “Forecrafting:” using one’s limited resources to craft something that will save and preserve your future- whether you’re there to see it or not. inspired by Joshebed, biblical Moses’ mother, and fueled by Sally Hemmings, an enslaved Black girl (she gave birth to her first child by Thomas Jefferson at 14) and woman (half-sister to Jefferson's wife) who "negotiated extraordinary privileges" with Jefferson for the eventual freedom of her children by him. Cecile Lewis, teacher, natural dyer, quilter, and artist Lisa mentions Kristine’s show “The Black Woman is God: Divine Revolution” Kristine’s upcoming installation can be experienced at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens, during the Orchid Daze February 12-April 10, 2022 BlackWomenStitch Instagram, homepage, Patreon Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 09 Apr 2025 | Quilting with Intention: Kimberly Cartwright's Journey | 00:30:19 | |||||
This week on Stitch Please, Lisa threads it up with the fabulous Kimberly Cartwright—art quilter, event mastermind, and all-around creative force! They dive into Kimberly’s colorful journey into quilting, how her artistic style has evolved, and why community and representation are the real MVPs in the quilting world. Kimberly spills the tea on her one-of-a-kind techniques, the magic of hand stitching, and why artists should never undersell their brilliance. From powerful storytelling through fabric to making space for Black creativity to shine, this convo is stitched with heart, passion, and plenty of inspiration. Tune in—you’ll be sew glad you did! ==== Kindred Spirits Quilting Conference ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! ====== Stay Connected: YouTube: Black Women Stitch Instagram: Black Women Stitch Facebook: Stitch Please Podcast -- Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Check out our Amazon Store | |||||||
| 25 May 2022 | Mondes Threads: She Will Hem Your Pants! | 00:44:28 | |||||
Resources Mentioned: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mondes_threads/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mondesthreads Website: https://mondechisenga.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkL2FJlQ6U3NmPPtc10Z9hg Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 16 Oct 2019 | Melaninated Embroidery on Leather and Fashion Week | 00:50:50 | |||||
Find Bonita on IG @babycakesbagsandrags https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Clothing--Brand-/BabyCakes-Bags-Rags-978444388846659/ Bonita met legendary fashion icon Dapper Dan! Check out his book, Made in Harlem https://amzn.to/2nnJRtO And she connected with Derek Warburton, @derekwarburton, at a Fashion Week event Support Stitch Please and the Black Women Stitch Project Patreon https://www.patreon.com/blackwomenstitch Paypal [https://paypal.me/lisalovestosew?locale.x=en\_US] Ko-Fi -- https://ko-fi.com/blackwomenstitch Venmo @Lisa-Woolfork Cash App $LisaWoolfork Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 22 Dec 2021 | Stitching Holiday Traditions with Martha Mcintosh | 00:16:36 | |||||
Martha McIntosh, a.k.a. Garichild on Instagram @Garichild Wanaragu Dance, Jonkunu, Mascaro Belize Wanaragua Dancers video Chatoyer, Garifuna Chief Support Black Women Stitch and the Stitch Please podcast by subscribing to our Patreon or buying the 2022 Black Women Stitch Wall Calendar Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 06 Nov 2024 | African Textiles and Identity with Khensani Mohlatlole | 00:38:57 | |||||
In this week’s episode of “Stitch Please”, Lisa sits down with Khensani Mohlatole, the talent behind the “ClothesMinded”podcast and “Hanger Management” blog. Together, they dive into Khensani’s sewing journey, her passion for South African fashion history, and the rich significance of African textiles. Khensani explains why celebrating and reclaiming African fashion matters and explores the effects of colonization on African textiles. They also talk about what luxury means in African fashion and why gratitude is essential for the artisans who bring our clothing to life. ===== How you can find Kensani Instagram- @okbaddiek Tik Tok- @okbaddiek ===== ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! Mentioned in this episode: Hello Fresh Campaign Start 11.6.24 | |||||||
| 28 Aug 2019 | Stitch Please Episode 1 Preview: Back to School Sewing | 00:03:03 | |||||
Stitch Please podcast drops Wednesday, September 4th. Join us for an IG Live chat on Thursday September 5th at 3pm EST on Black Women Stitch IG page. Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 21 Jul 2021 | Christmas in July! | 00:19:28 | |||||
The Stitch Please podcast will celebrate its 100th episode on 9/15/2021. As part of that effort, we are looking to add 100 additional Black Women Stitch Patreon supporters by the 100th Stitch Please podcast episode publication date. These funds will be used to build financial stability for the podcast while alleviating the pressure of a solo operation. Will you join us? For as little as $2 a month, you can help Lisa hire consistent editorial and production support. We are 80 Patrons away from the 100 mark! Thank you to our newest Patreon supporters: J., Kt, Elizabeth, Veronica, Maureen, Calvin, and Emily. Special thanks to my guests Nesha Wright, Allysia Holland, Laverne Benton, and my mother, Ianthia Woolfork. Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 09 Jun 2021 | Favorite Sewing Machine Features | 00:19:10 | |||||
Special Thanks to those who visited the Black Women Stitch Club on Clubhouse and participating in this conversation. Ways to support the Podcast and Black Women Stitch Make a one-time donation here at our Act Blue site Sustained financial support also appreciated here: For as little as $2 a month, you can join our Patreon FREE SUPPORT Is also appreciated. Please rate, review, subscribe to the podcast. Tell a friend to do the same! Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 18 Oct 2023 | Sketch to Stitch: NY Fashion Week with Sahara Clemons | 00:40:40 | |||||
Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter! Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon
Lisa Woolfork Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Sahara Clemons Sahara Clemons is a multimedia artist and designer born in Washington D.C and based in Charlottesville, Virginia. Clemons revels in the fluidity of artistic mediums and interweaves painting, textiles, and dance in her creative process. Her work explores the intersection of race and gender and provides commentary on the socio-political forces that shape identity. Her work has been shown at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Second Street Gallery, The Bridge Progressive Arts Institute, and McGuffey Art Center. Clemons is a YoungArts alumni and is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from Rhode Island School of Design. Insights from this episode:
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| 15 Apr 2020 | Black Girls Sewcial Club: A Chat with Kris Branton | 00:48:10 | |||||
Find Kris on social media: Kris mentioned her training at the The Fashion Institute of South Florida. Of special influence was an instructor named Rucht D'Oleo Lisa mentioned Chioma (chi9ja on Instagram) a Nigerian sewist who explained about pattern drafting and personal style in a previous episode of the podcast. You can find that episode here: Support the Stitch Please podcast and Black Women Stitch $15 to the Paypal account for a Black Women Stitch lapel pin! DM or email your mailing to address for free shipping. Support also appreciated here: Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 10 Nov 2021 | This Long Thread: A Chat with Jen Hewett | 00:42:49 | |||||
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| 06 Mar 2024 | The Scrap Cushion: Part 2 | 00:25:25 | |||||
In part 2 of The Scrap Cushion episode, Lisa discusses her success with a rectangular cushion and then moves on to the main topic of the episode, the scrap cushions. Lisa divides the episode into three sections: a summary of the cushion, making the math work, and lessons learned. She explains how she calculated the volume of her scraps and realized that the cushion she made was too big. Lisa then shares her process of making a circle cushion, including measuring and cutting the fabric, choosing a zipper, and sewing the cushion. She concludes with some lessons learned and her plans for future cushions. ======= ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork ======= Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! ======= ====== Stay Connected: YouTube: Black Women Stitch Instagram: Black Women Stitch Facebook: Stitch Please Podcast -- Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Check out our Amazon Store | |||||||
| 20 May 2020 | Black Anime Custom Fabric with Queenora Renee Fabrics | 00:56:31 | |||||
The Black Anime custom fabric is available for pre-order from May 19th to June 2nd. Find Queenora Renee Fabrics in these social media spots: Website: queenorareneefabrics.com IG: instagram.com/queenora_renee_fabrics FB: http://facebook.com/queenorareneefabrics And tune in to her podcast, co-hosted with her husband, "Married n Shit" On Facebook: https://facebook.com/marriednshitpodcast On iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/married-n-sh-t/id1508749065 On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4SIuCG3lgV0xoEMYdzrUHA Mentioned in this episode Support the Stitch Please podcast and Black Women Stitch $15 to the Paypal account for a Black Women Stitch lapel pin! DM or email your mailing to address for free shipping. Support also appreciated here: Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 04 Sep 2024 | Celebrating Five Years with Our First Guests: A Back to School Special | 00:28:36 | |||||
In this episode, Lisa celebrates five years of the Stitch Please podcast with her kids, Riley and Ryan, chatting about their back-to-school sewing adventures. They reminisce about wearing their mom's handmade clothes, how their views on sewing have evolved, and the impact on their style. Plus, they dish out fun tips for families looking to start their own sewing traditions! ======= ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! The Black Women Stitch 2024 Wall Calendar is available NOW! Do not miss out on your chance to and get your stitch together with a year of artistic inspiration! ====== Stay Connected: YouTube: Black Women Stitch Instagram: Black Women Stitch Facebook: Stitch Please Podcast -- Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Check out our Amazon Store | |||||||
| 08 Sep 2021 | The African Lookbook with Catherine McKinley | 00:43:56 | |||||
The Stitch Please podcast will celebrate its 100th episode on 9/15/2021. As part of that effort, we are looking to add 100 additional Black Women Stitch Patreon supporters by the 100th Stitch Please podcast episode publication date. These funds will be used to build financial stability for the podcast while alleviating the pressure of a solo operation. Will you join us? For as little as $2 a month, you can help Lisa hire consistent editorial and production support. Thank you SEW much to our new Patrons! Welcome Cynthia, Terry, Kacina, Alyssa, Cathy, Heather, Shannon, Brandy, Gaëlle, Kristi, Lee, Mo Jo, Alison, Shonkeisha, and Kate. THANK YOU! Learn more about Catherine McKinley Instagram: @the_african_lookbook and@cemck2 Catherine says that some of her "most meaningful experiences were sitting at sewing tables in Africa and watching the contact between a seamstress and clients. Sewing orders or elaborate alterations are a weekly or monthly indulgence for many women, so the gossip and planning, the low grade competition, and the intimacy of fittings, etc. was wonderful, not to mention the latest styles and new cloth designs, which changed so rapidly." Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 30 Aug 2023 | Tea with Queen and J visits Stitch Please! | 00:54:25 | |||||
Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter! Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Queen Queen is a Bronx native with a Harlem heart, did college in Queens, currently resides in Brooklyn, and like most New Yorkers forgets Staten Island exists. Creating safe, nourishing spaces for Black femmes and folks impacted by misogynoir through digital media and live events is her style of activism. She is one half of The Tea with Queen and J. podcast and centers dismantling white supremacist patriarchal capitalism, because why the fuck not! Always encouraging healthy community building, her podcast’s annual Black podcast meetup, #PodinLiveNYC, has grown into the largest Black podcaster meetup in the world! Ms.Vixen, her online magazine, has been running 7 years strong, and with the addition of live events and workshops through the Ms.Vixen IRL series, plus Ms. Vixen The Podcast, she continues to deliver incisive, witty, lit womanist perspectives on pop culture, media, and politics. Queen’s work has also been featured at Afropunk.com, AMny, and you can catch her as a panelist on the youtube series, The Grapevine. Always someone with something to say, her goal is media domination, to always have huge hair, and to always stay fly. J. J. is a cultural critic, podcast producer, and a womanist race nerd from the Bronx focused on dismantling white supremacist patriarchal capitalism while laughing, drinking tea, and indulging in various forms of Black joy. For over five years she's created audio content centering Black women and Black femme-identifying individuals, exploring America's caste system, allowing herself to learn and be challenged publicly, and sharing her journey through mental health. As a podcast geek with a commitment to increasing visibility and access for people of color, she co-founded #PodinLiveNYC, the largest annual Black podcast meetup in the world. In addition to freedom and liberation, Janicia loves cosplay, believes there's a special place in her heart (and hell) for body paint, and lovingly asks that you do not call her a "lady". Lisa Woolfork Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Insights from this episode:
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| 22 Sep 2021 | Stitching Healing with the RagBaby Exchange | 00:38:37 | |||||
Learn more about this fantastic project here! Ragbaby Exchange has held workshops with the Phillips Collection in Washington, DC, Prince Georges County Maryland's Arts Humanities Council, and with Community Family Life Services in Washington, DC with women and young mothers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_TxcNwidivA https://www.wusa9.com/video/news/local/i-wish-i-wasnt-fat-young-girls-make-dolls-to-remove-negative-self-image/65-8124805 https://fb.watch/6bjSm59EBS/ Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 18 Dec 2019 | Christmas Crafts with Gotta Be Homemade | 00:46:43 | |||||
You can find LInda Nance here: Support the Stitch Please podcast and Black Women Stitch. A cute way to show your support: a lapel pin! Send $15 to Paypal or CashApp (include your mailing address) to receive a Black Women Stitch Lapel Pin. This 2 inch by 1.25 inch pin features the Black Women Stitch logo. It's an adorable way to show support. Patreon for monthly contributions for as little as $2 a month Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 06 Apr 2022 | Sew Sweet Monogramming | 00:41:04 | |||||
Alexis Galloway on Instagram Sew Sweet Academy website, Alexis' Etsy Shop It's Sew Sweet to Learn Facebook group My Pretty Perfect Planner by Alexis
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| 28 Jul 2021 | Threads Across Time with Sarah Bond | 00:35:59 | |||||
The Stitch Please podcast will celebrate its 100th episode on 9/15/2021. As part of that effort, we are looking to add 100 additional Black Women Stitch Patreon supporters by the 100th Stitch Please podcast episode publication date. These funds will be used to build financial stability for the podcast while alleviating the pressure of a solo operation. Will you join us? For as little as $2 a month, you can help Lisa hire consistent editorial and production support. We are 79 Patrons away from the 100 mark! Thank you to our newest Patreon supporters: Bettina and Sara! Learn more about Sarah! Trailer for Quilt Show episode aired June 20 Article on the Schweinfurth Exhibit. Her exhibit at the Schweinfurth. Learn WITH Sarah! THIS WEEK! Her online class at the Schweinfurth. Coming up July 31-Aug 1. STARTS THIS SATURDAY! Sign up for Sarah's in-person class at the ATLANTA QUILT FESTIVAL --August 20, 2021 Learn to create a dynamic quilt with movement and a touch of three-dimensional illusion by combining color and contrast with angles and orientation. Master quilter Sarah Bond will teach you how to make her Diamond Stairstep quilt. The class will be held at Southwest Arts Center, 915 New Hope Road, Atlanta, GA 30331 from 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 02 Dec 2020 | Gotta Be Handmade--Linda Nance Visits Again! | 00:43:48 | |||||
Find Linda of Gotta Be Handmade on these social channels Support the Stitch Please podcast and Black Women Stitch $15 to the Paypal account for a Black Women Stitch lapel pin! DM or email your mailing to address for free shipping. You can also pay with Cash App Sustained support also appreciated here: For as little as $2 a month, your Patreon support means a lot: Join here Patreon Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 13 May 2020 | Pattern Organizing with Trello: a chat with Zina Henry | 00:39:24 | |||||
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| 06 Jan 2021 | Happy New Year! Sankofa! | 00:35:57 | |||||
Check out this wonderful video story of the podcast! Many thanks to the listeners and supporters who responded to my request on 12/31/20 to meet a goal. At the end of 2020, I needed 340 downloads to reach 120,000. I was a bit embarrassed to ask, but I did. And I am glad. You amazing people ended up downloading more than 4000 episodes! Such abundance! Thank you! Support the Stitch Please podcast 2021 Black Women Stitch Wall Calendar PREORDER until January 12, 2021. This beautiful, full-color printed calendar features original illustrations celebrating Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. The calendar's dates include important moments in Black history, sewing history, and activist history. Calendar measures 8.5" by 11" when folded in half and 17" by 11" when hanging, unfolded, from a wall. $38 with free shipping to USA for preorders received by 1/12/2021. Sustained support also appreciated on Patreon: For as little as $2 a month, you can join the Black Women Stitch Patreon for exclusive videos and documents. Mentioned on the podcast Gather by Octavia Raheem at Amazon and Charis Sewing My Style classes and all levels, private sessions on sloper and moulage fittings. Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 31 Aug 2022 | Dollmaking with Seams Like Tracy | 00:33:36 | |||||
Join Black Women Stitch on Patreon. Tracy Perry is a self-taught artist with 30+ years of experience in sewing and art to create unique dolls using fabric or clay. She's been creating and selling dolls since 2008. Tracy was the owner and operator of ImaginePerryDolls and TerranDollmaker. Tracy endeavors to make dolls that show the many colors and uniqueness. She strongly believes that everyone should have access to a doll that looks like them or inspires them. Her dolls have appeared in an issue of Art Dolls Quarterly. And she has a sincere fan base that includes Virginia-based doll clubs, and collectors from around the United States. Host: Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of African American Literature and Culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, the fiction of Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the convener and founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black Lives Matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she became a founding member of Black Lives Matter Charlottesville. Actually, she is active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the College Fellows Program to reshape the undergraduate general education curriculum. Insights from this episode:
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| 13 Oct 2021 | A Sewing Chat with Rita Dove | 00:27:09 | |||||
Thank you to volunteer sound designer for her work on this episode including the following music: More about Rita Dove Whether she is crafting a line of poetry or stitching together her husband’s lavender velvet wedding suit, Rita Dove is a master of storytelling. In this episode of Stitch Please, Lisa talks with former US Poet Laureate, Rita Dove, about her introduction to sewing, the relationship between poetry and sewing, and how to walk along the seam sewn by those who have come before us. After graduating from Buchtel High School as a Presidential Scholar, Dove went on to graduate summa cum laude with a B.A. from Miami University in 1973. In 1974, she was awarded a Fulbright Scholarship from the University of Tübingen, Germany and later completed her MFA at the Writers’ Workshop at the University of Iowa in 1977 where she met her husband, Fred Viebahn. In 1987, Dove received the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry. In 1992, Dove was named US Poet Laureate and served as Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry to the Library of Congress—a position she would later hold again as a Special Bicentennial Consultant in 1999. In addition to being the youngest individual and the first African American to hold the position of Poet Laureate, Rita Dove is the recipient of 28 honorary doctorates and numerous awards, some of which include: Poet Laureate of Virginia, the National Humanities Medal presented by President Bill Clinton, the National Medal of Arts presented by President Barack Obama, several lifetime achievement awards, and the Gold Medal in poetry from the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Dove has published the poetry collections The Yellow House on the Corner (1980), Museum (1983), Thomas and Beulah (1986), Grace Notes (1989), Selected Poems (1993), Mother Love (1995), On the Bus with Rosa Parks (1999), American Smooth (2004), Sonata Mulattica (2009), Collected Poems: 1974-2004 (2016) which was a finalist for the National Book Award, and her most recent work, Playlist for the Apocalypse (2021). In addition to poetry, Dove has published a book of short stories, Fifth Sunday (1985), the novel Through the Ivory Gate (1992), and the play The Darker Face of the Earth (1994). Rita Dove is currently the Commonwealth Professor of English at the University of Virginia. When she’s not writing timeless literary gems, Dove might be found thumbing through High Fashion Sewing Secrets and creating her own wearable works of art. Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 18 Nov 2020 | Sewing Sisters! Sone-Seere and Sierra Burrell | 01:01:01 | |||||
Find out more about The Sisters B! Sierra https://www.instagram.com/sierraburrell/Sierra Sierra's IGTV interview with Erica of My Body Model: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CFQcQ8BgKkH/ Sierra is excited to sew up some garments for fall that she sketched and planned. She used My Body Model to customize a croquis and the Seamwork Design Your Wardrobe series to plan out my makes. The blog post is here: https://www.mybodymodel.com/wardrobe-planning/chic-easy-fun-my-fall-sewing-plans/ Sone-Seere https://www.instagram.com/jusre/ Sone-Seere is taking on a few new challenges including making a coat and some jeans for the first time. She also wants to finish some quilts she’s started. On the horizon for 2021 is a vision she has to start some beginner sewing classes for small groups in her studio. Support the Stitch Please podcast and Black Women Stitch $15 to the Paypal account for a Black Women Stitch lapel pin! DM or email your mailing to address for free shipping. You can also pay with Cash App Sustained support also appreciated here: For as little as $2 a month, your Patreon support means a lot: Join here Patreon Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 16 Nov 2022 | Fat Quarter Episode Swatch Card Switch | 00:23:02 | |||||
Preorder the beautiful 2023 Black Women Stitch Wall Calendar here Episode 138 of Black Women Stitch, Fabric Intake Process BlackWomenStitch Instagram, homepage, Patreon Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 20 Mar 2024 | Quilting with Dr. Jennifer Hale (Part 1) | 00:31:44 | |||||
On this weeks episode, Dr. Jennifer Hale. shares her sewing and quilting journey, starting with her grandmother teaching her to sew at a young age. She emphasizes the importance of community and the role it played in her early sewing experiences. Dr. Hale also discusses her transition from sewing to quilting and the influence of the Quilting Academy in her creative process. Dr Hale highlights the significance of representation in her quilting projects and the impact of community on her creativity. We also get a chance to hear Dr. Hale share her journey as a quilter and the challenges she faced in accessing quilting resources. She discusses being a distraction in school and how sewing became her happy place. Dr. Hale also talks about the changes in her sewing practice during the pandemic and the role of TikTok in building a community. She highlights the importance of teaching and sharing knowledge on social media and the connection between quilting and children's literature. Dr. Hale shares her advice for quilters and the benefits of quilting on a long arm machine. ======= Guest Name: Jasmine Lafleur Avid quilter, Dr. Jennifer Hale, has 30 years of experience educating young minds for the School District of Philadelphia. She has worn many educational hats throughout her career that led to her current role as a high school Assistant Principal. Dr. Hale engages in a high- level of creativity, including: quilting, sewing, cooking, and crafting. She enjoys sharing her gifts and talents with her school and community. https://www.facebook.com/scraplanta/ ======= ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork The Black Women Stitch 2024 Wall Calendar is available NOW! Do not miss out on your chance to and get your stitch together with a year of artistic inspiration! Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! ====== Stay Connected: YouTube: Black Women Stitch Instagram: Black Women Stitch Facebook: Stitch Please Podcast -- | |||||||
| 05 Aug 2020 | An Emerging Designer: A Chat with Fleshia Gillon | 00:49:19 | |||||
Find Fleshia Gillon on the socials! https://www.instagram.com/elle.g.designs/ (Fashion IG) New Orleans Fashion Week http://neworleansfashionweek.com/top-design-competitors-2019 The research paper that she presented at the International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference https://lib.dr.iastate.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1592&context=itaa_proceedings Production of Microbial Leather from Culled Sweet Potato Sugars via Kombucha Culture
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| 27 Oct 2021 | Brittany J. Jones | 00:32:48 | |||||
Support Black Women Stitch and the Stitch Please podcast. Pre-Order your Black Women Stitch 2022 Wall Calendar today. Find out more about Brittany J Jones! Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 15 Jul 2020 | Learning Liberation | 01:03:13 | |||||
Support Black Women Stitch and CELEBRATE our upcoming 2nd anniversary on July 19th. How to support with $$ Amazon Wish List of things to support the project Become a PATREON supporter: as little as $2 a month is a big help. How to support for FREE99: RATE. REVIEW. SUBSCRIBE. to the podcast Giving the podcast 5-star ratings really helps the podcast to become more visible. If you have time to add a few sentences in review, that is even better! Thank you! Learn more about The Yarn Mission: Learn more about The Social Justice Sewing Academy: Mentioned in episode: Tea with Queen and J. podcast Rebel with a Cause yarn project Church of Black Feminist Thought Jessica Nembhard Gordon - Collective Courage Wombcarewomxn.com - Andrea Richardson Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 11 Jan 2023 | Rest by Len | 00:29:00 | |||||
Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Black Women Stitch 2023 Wall Calendar Lisa Woolfork Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English, specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Lemarie Paschall Lenmarie Paschall is Trinidadian. Her business, Rest by Len started out of a desire to promote restful habits. It became a 'thing' after making these gigantic pillows for youth in my church and community. Insights from this episode:
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| 26 May 2021 | Unapologetically Black Cross Stitch with Miasa Osbey | 00:45:07 | |||||
FInd our more about Miasa Osbey Her talk TOMORROW (5/27/21) at the Woodlawn & Pope-Leighey House Needlework Show . Register here! Ways to support the Podcast and Black Women Stitch Make a one-time donation here at our Act Blue site Sustained financial support also appreciated here: For as little as $2 a month, you can join our Patreon FREE SUPPORT Is also appreciated. Please rate, review, subscribe to the podcast. Tell a friend to do the same! Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 12 Aug 2020 | Creative Practice with Deborah Grayson, Artist | 00:59:22 | |||||
Episode NotesRegister Here for Deborah's Dye Class: https://www.colorfulfindingsclasses.com/courses/colorful-findings-course-1 Learn more about Deborah Grayson on social media GraysonStudios https://www.instagram.com/colorfulfindings/ https://www.instagram.com/graysonstudios/ Support the Stitch Please podcast and Black Women Stitch $15 to the Paypal account for a Black Women Stitch lapel pin! DM or email your mailing to address for free shipping. You can also pay with Cash App Sustained support also appreciated here: For as little as $2 a month, your Patreon support means a lot: Join here Patreon Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 30 Dec 2020 | Jen Hewett | 00:56:45 | |||||
Support the Stitch Please podcast and Black Women Stitch $15 to the Paypal account for a Black Women Stitch lapel pin! DM or email your mailing to address for free shipping. You can also pay with Cash App Sustained support also appreciated here: For as little as $2 a month, your Patreon support means a lot: Join here Patreon Jen Hewett You can find Jen on her website and on instagram. And she will have a fabric collection coming out in the spring of 2021. Her book, This Long Thread, will be published in Fall 2021. And she will be launching her 2021 Scarf Club soon! She has two home collections coming out Fall 2021. She is also working on a packaging redesign for a beloved personal care brand. Learn more about and from Jen here: https://hellogiggles.com/lifestyle/jen-hewett-artist-of-color-perfectionism/ https://creativemornings.com/talks/jen-hewett/1 Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Stay Connected: | |||||||
| 08 May 2024 | Primp Your Pin Cushion! | 00:26:50 | |||||
In this episode of the Stitch Please podcast, your favorite sewist Lisa discusses the history and importance of pin cushions in sewing. She explores the origins of the tomato pin cushion and its symbolism, as well as the different types of needles and how to organize them in a pin cushion. Lisa also shares a fun decorative idea for marking special needles on the pin cushion. Lisa also emphasizes the value of the pin cushion as a tool for organizing and preserving needles in the sewing room. So lets get ready to get your STITCH TOGETHER! ======= ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! The Black Women Stitch 2024 Wall Calendar is available NOW! Do not miss out on your chance to and get your stitch together with a year of artistic inspiration! ====== Stay Connected: YouTube: Black Women Stitch Instagram: Black Women Stitch Facebook: Stitch Please Podcast -- Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Check out our Amazon Store | |||||||
| 15 May 2024 | Vintage Blues Style at Chicago Frocktails | 00:35:26 | |||||
In this episode, Lisa chats with the Chicago FrockTails crew about their exciting two-day event celebrating sewing and style in the Windy City. From blues to bites to beautiful threads, they spill the beans on what makes this bash unique. Get ready for monochrome magic, chiffon chic, and a whole lotta plaid! With fashion shows, workshops, and more, it's shaping up to be a stitchin' good time. Plus, they've snagged sponsors like Sew-it Academy, Oliso, and Apparel Redefined. Don't forget to book your hotel and prep your threads early! This event is gonna be a sew-perb blend of creativity and community! ======= https://chicagofrocktails.com/ Do you love to sew your own clothes, meet your sewing online friends and have a good time?! If the answer is yes, join us in the Windy City at Chicago Frocktails June 8 - 9th 2024! The main event will be held on Saturday, June 8th from 6PM - 11 PM Central at the Bellagio 223 located at 2229 S. Michigan Ave., Suite 407 Chicago, Illinois 60616. On Sunday, there will be a complimentary shuttles providing transportation to a fabric shopping excursion! ======= ======= Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Instagram: Lisa Woolfork Twitter: Lisa Woolfork Ready to tap in to the visuals of Stitch Please? Then join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you can get all of the video versions of the pod. PLUS more goodies at higher patron levels. We couldn't do any of this without your support. Thank you! ====== Stay Connected: YouTube: Black Women Stitch Instagram: Black Women Stitch Facebook: Stitch Please Podcast -- Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the... | |||||||