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If you haven't met Mathew Boudreaux, my goodness you are in for a treat. Merion and Jamie fall instantly in love with this crafting hero who has blown TikTok sky high with his incredible videos, crochet projects and quilting books - but this is not all. Mathew has much more to tell the world, advocating for the LGBTQIA+ community, and sharing their breathtakingly difficult journey to autism, ADHD and to their non-binary, beautiful self.
https://mxdomestic.com/
https://www.tiktok.com/@mxdomestic
https://www.instagram.com/mx.domestic/?hl=en
This is the last in season 4 of The LoveCrafts Show - but don't despair! Catch up with your favourite crafty hosts Merion & Jamie in their new podcast, Craft Talkin' where they're joined by fabulous author and good egg, Sally Coulthard!Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
You can email us at [email protected] to share your crafting stories, guest recommendations or just your favourite flap jack recipes - we'd love to hear from you!
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Jamie and Merion chat to the cross stitch legend that is Jane Greenoff, and listen to her stories of Liberty's workshops, treasures found and restored, and travels around the world.
Links that we mentioned:
https://janegreenoff.com/
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https://www.instagram.com/janegreenoff/
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Merion and Jamie are tickled pink to have Sally Coulthard back on the show, this time to discuss "endangered" crafts and muse about the definition of craft itself. This eclectic chat is nothing short of fabulous - so buckle up, grab a cuppa and snuggle in for an epic show that spans the history of the world right up to present day!
We mention the brilliant Julie Gurr, willow weaver, who led a course of basket weaving that Merion attended, and an episode of the Go Love Yourself podcast, where the history of clothes sizing reveals all about what happened to larger sized clothes.
You can find all of Sally Coulthard's books on her website and follow her on instagram, here.
Keep an eye out for Sally's new podcast with Jamie and Merion, Craft Talkin' !!Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
You can email us at [email protected] to share your crafting stories, guest recommendations or just your favourite flap jack recipes - we'd love to hear from you!
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Super fabulous podcaster Lauren Smith joins Jamie and Merion to talk about body positivity, dressmaking and her love of history! The Go Love Yourself podcast is an oasis in the desert for anyone needing to boost their self esteem and feel more positive, particularly when it comes to living in a larger body.
Links from the episode;
Don't miss the Go Love Yourself episode about the history of clothes sizes
We talked about our LoveCrafts show episode with Lydia Morrow
And these lovely Cashmerette size-inclusive sewing patterns
And for all your sourdough class needs - the Gartur Stitch Farm website is a MUST visit!Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
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Titan of the amigurumi world, Kerry Lord, joins Merion and Jamie for this episode, and tells us all about the wonderful world of Toft, alpacas, crocheted fruit and veg, and how she built the business from a herd of six little alpacas to the conglomeration of creativity it is today! You can find endless amigurumi kits, fabulous books, beautiful yarn and inspiration by the bucket load at Toft, and we talk all about Kerry's newest book, Alexandra's Garden Flowers!
Merion's flapjack recommendation comes from Martha Collinson here, and Jamie's favourite book, The Roasting Tin by Ruminki Iyer, can be found here.Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
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Merion and Jamie meet Ian Berry, artist and incredibly talented chap, talking about his medium, denim; his artistic process and how he became an internationally renowned artist from humble beginnings in the north of England. You won't want to miss the story about Ayrton Senna's portrait...
You can find Ian Berry on instagram, and on his website, Ianberry.org.
Read about his Fast Fashion Graveyard documentary and his journey to the Atacama Desert in Chile, to explore the textile mountains.Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
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Meet Brenda K B Anderson, crochet expert extraordinaire! From designing costumes for children's shows to writing books that show how to work motifs without the stitches slanting, Brenda is a marvel! Her new book, The Hooktionary, has a whopping 150 motif charts, from bowls of Pho to Eiffel Towers and cheeseburgers - it's a must for all crocheters!
You can find brilliant Brenda at Creative Crochet Corner, and follow her instagram hashtags too!
David & Charles Publishers are a fabulous source of great craft books, with new issues coming out all the time!Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
You can email us at [email protected] to share your crafting stories, guest recommendations or just your favourite flap jack recipes - we'd love to hear from you!
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Welcome to Season 4!!! Jamie and Merion kick things off with all things bookish in this episode where we meet Anna Nikipirowicz, indie designer, author and multi crafter extraordinaire! You can find Anna online at www.moochka.co.uk and on instagram and Facebook.
Anna's brilliant books Embroidered Crochet and Tunisian Crochet Stitch Dictionary are both available from Search Press and all good bookshops.
In their chummy preamble, Jamie was talking about Erasure by Percival Everett and Merion was talking about Persephone Books, in particular The Enchanted April and Expiation by Elizabeth Von Arnim.Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
You can email us at [email protected] to share your crafting stories, guest recommendations or just your favourite flap jack recipes - we'd love to hear from you!
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You know when you get that terrible aching pang for something you haven't heard for a very long time, and your heart begins to contract with pain and longing? Well you don't have to cry yourselves to sleep any more! It's here! Season 4 of the LoveCrafts Show starts soon, with eight new episodes featuring a veritable smorgasbord of craft talk, chat and laughter!
Love from,
Jamie, Merion and the LoveCrafts Team
London and Crewe,
England
The World
The Universe
The GalaxyFollow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
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Grab a glass of mulled wine and enjoy our last episode of Season 3! Jamie and Merion curl up with the wonderful Debbie Bliss to discuss Christmas chocolate, favourite movies, traditions and of course, craft projects to relax with over the holiday season. See if you can beat Debbie's score on Jamie's quiz, Spectre or Rejector!
Debbie's new yarns can be found here, including Cashmerino DK, British Wool Aran, Dulcie, Super Chunky Merino and Eco Baby Wool.
Explore Debbie's patterns here!
Thanks so much for listening through Season 3! Please get in touch at [email protected] and tell us who you'd like to hear on Season 4 of The LoveCrafts Show! Sending you all very merry festive greetings, with love from Merion, Jamie and Theo xxFollow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
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Merion and Jamie meet Janie Crowfoot, crochet legend! If you haven't discovered Janie's work, you can find all her wonderful blankets and projects on her website, www.janiecrow.com, and follow her on instagram for her latest makes. Janie's latest CAL, Spirit of Flora, can often be found in Inside Crochet magazine, in print or available as a digital subscription.
Jane's latest CAL is inspired by artist William de Morgan, and you can read about him here.
You can buy Stylecraft yarns at LoveCrafts.comFollow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
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What do you buy a crafter for Christmas? Jamie and Merion , our dynamic duo, share their faves from LoveCrafts.com and share their fun, festive ideas for holiday gifts! (with a side order of Jamie's best Dad Jokes, of course!)
Yarn packs
https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/l/all-crafts-promotions/promotions/yarn-value-packs-up-to-30-offThe Mr X Stitch Guide to Cross Stitch
https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/the-mr-x-stitch-guide-to-cross-stitchAppletons Ice Cream Bargello Kit
https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/appletons-ice-cream-bargello-long-stitch-cushion-kit-40cm-x-40cm
Bargello by Nerissa Prat
https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/bargello-by-nerrisa-prat
Cross Stitch for the Earth by Emma Congdon
https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/cross-stitch-for-the-earth-by-emma-congdon
Mint & Make kits for cross stitch and embroidery
https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/search?q=mint%20%26%20make
Resting Grinch Face
https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/mint-make-resting-grinch-face-7-cross-stitch-kit
The World's Simplest Mittens by Tin Can Knits
https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/the-worlds-simplest-mittens-knitting-pattern-by-tin-can-knits
BBC Good Food's Raspberry Gin recipe
https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/raspberry-gin
DMC Mindful Making the Exhale Plant Hanger macrame kit
https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/dmc-mindful-making-the-exhale-plant-hanger-macrame-kit
Merion's macrame spaghetti video
https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/c/article/macrame-spaghetti
Gorgeous Made with Love Tom Daley kits
https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/l/brands/made-with-love-by-tom-daley
My First Racoon kit & other Orchidea kits
https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/l/cross-stitch-and-embroidery/cross-stitch-and-embroidery-kits/orchidea-cross-stitch-and-embroidery-kitsFollow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
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If you haven't discovered Boy Knits World Jake Henzler, be prepared to be AMAZED at his incredible work! Knitter of buildings, toys and incredible intarsia, he's also a mighty talented artist and creative inspiration to everyone in the yarn industry. Join Merion and Jamie as they chat with this super crafter to find out how his knitting took him from the shores of Copenhagen to Sydney via The Grand Budapest Hotel!
You can find Jakes' instagram here, and his fabulous patterns on Ravelry, here.
In this episode, Merion and Jamie also review Liv Huffman's Contemporary Crochet book, published by CICO.Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
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Jamie and Merion meet supersonic astronaut and fabric artist Dr Karen Nyberg, the 50th woman in space, whose creative childhood and experiences on the International Space Station have informed her wonderful quilting and sewing passions and patterns. If you listen to just one episode of this fun show, make it this one, and be inspired by an incredible woman!
Follow Karen on instagram here, and buy her AMAZING patterns and prints on her website!
As part of our series of book reviews, this episode contains a review of the new CICO book from Kate Eastwood, Crochet with Flowers and Plants. No spoilers here, but we give it a 9.8 out of 10!Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
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Jamie and Merion meet the fabulous Norah Gaughan and learn all about her designs, her love of biology and geometric shapes - and of course her editorship of one of our favourite magazines in the craft industry, Vogue Knitting!
You can explore Norah's patterns here on Ravelry, and on her website.Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
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Meet Caren Garfen, acclaimed textile artist, miniature stitcher, mother, and dolls house lover. The power of stitch meets difficult truths in Caren's incredible work, and you just won't believe the detail! You can have a look here on Caren's website or on her instagram. From stitching miniatures for dolls houses to international art exhibitions, Caren's down to earth journey is an inspiration for everyone!
BOOK REVIEW: Jamie and Merion review Emma Congdon's new book, Cross Stitch for the Heart published by David & Charles.Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
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Sarah Jayne Fragola is crochet royalty, and we love her! Catch up with all her news (spoiler, there's a new book!) and chew the crochet chat with Merion and Jamie as they find out what's new with this social media megastar!
Bella Coco YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BellaCocoFollow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
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Jamie and Merion meet baking hero Frances Quinn, winner of the Great British Bake Off, queen of biscuits, textiles and music, and discuss everything from record breaking Jaffa Cakes to why crushed Bourbon biscuits remind Frances of mud. If you love music, baking and biscuits, you're going to love this episode!
Frances has her fabulous podcast Baking Playlist on YouTube, and it's a must-watch!
You can buy Frances' gorgeous book here.Follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
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Yes it's true, The LoveCraft Show is BACK - Premiering Wednesday 14th September with a super delicious first episode!
Please join us alongside Hollywood Jamie, Ralph and more fabulous guests.
Join the fun on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and make sure you rate us if you enjoy the show!
Cant wait :)
Merion & Jamie xFollow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
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He's back! Everybody's favourite knitting, crocheting Olympian Tom Daley joins Jamie and Merion on the LoveCrafts Show to talk knitting at the Olympics, mindfulness, stress busting and how the crafting world has embraced him with open arms! We talk about his latest crafting project, his plans for the future, and how he chatted knitting to Anna Wintour and met Rhianna outside the toilets at the Met Gala. All this and more, on this fabulous episode of the LoveCrafts Show!
Tom's new kits are coming soon to www.lovecrafts.comFollow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts for more chat about love, crafts and everything in-between!
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