The Stitch Please Podcast
Dive into the vibrant world of sewing with the Stitch Please podcast, an official show of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. Hosted by Lisa Woolfork, a 6th generation sewing enthusiast, this podcast is a gem for sewing lovers of all levels, infusing each episode with unique insights from her expertise in African American literature and culture.
The podcast’s mission is clear: provide a dedicated platform for Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. It celebrates the rich tapestry of Black creativity in quilting and sewing, spotlighting diverse experiences, from beginners to experts.
Listeners can expect invaluable tips and techniques, making it a must-listen for all sewists. The podcast also supports Black-owned businesses and products within the sewing community, fostering an environment of inclusivity, creativity, and expertise.
Join Stitch Please each week to explore sewing, quilting, and the rich narratives of Black creativity. Whether you’re an enthusiast or a seasoned sewist, this podcast will help you “get your stitch together.” It’s a vibrant hub for Black creatives in the world of needle arts, weaving threads of art, history, and activism into a tapestry of stories and tips that resonate with every stitch.
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Quilting as Legacy, Photography as Expression: The Artistry of Tiavalya Befecadu
Welcome back Stitchers! Today Lisa is chatting with Tiavalya Befecadu a quilter and photographer, as she shares her sewing journey and the inspiration behind her beautiful quilts. Tiavalya is a…
Sankofa 2024!
Welcome back stitchers! Happy 2024! Today we celebrate in the spirit of Sankofa. Sankofa is a word of the Akan people of Ghana, meaning "to go back and get it"…
Stitch Please Swatches: Holiday Swatches Vol 4
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…
Stitch Please Swatches: Holiday Swatches Vol 3
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…
Stitch Please Swatches: Holiday Swatches Vol 2
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…
Stitch Please Swatches: Holiday Swatches Vol 1
The Black Women Stitch 2024 Wall Calendar is available for preorder NOW! Do not miss out on your chance to and get your stitch together with a year of artistic…
TipStitched! Sewing Tips and More with Tiffany Turner
The Black Women Stitch 2024 Wall Calendar is available for preorder NOW! Do not miss out on your chance to and get your stitch together with a year of artistic…
Aaronica B. Cole: Designer and Sewing Influencer
Preorder your 2024 BWS Wall Calendar TODAY! Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletterCheck out our merch hereLeave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode.Join the…
Garment Girlies of Black Sewing Network
Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletterCheck out our merch hereLeave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode.Join the Black Women Stitch PatreonCheck out our…
Bag Girlies of Black Sewing Network
Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter! Check out our merch here Join the Black Women Stitch PatreonAmazon StoreBlack Sewing NetworkBlack Sewing Network is a platform that celebrates and…
Sister Sewists of Black Sewing Network
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 PatreonAmazon Store Black Sewing…
Sister Sewists of Black Sewing Network
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 PatreonAmazon Store Black Sewing…
Quilting as Legacy, Photography as Expression: The Artistry of Tiavalya Befecadu
Welcome back Stitchers! Today Lisa is chatting with Tiavalya Befecadu a quilter and photographer, as she shares her sewing journey and the inspiration behind her beautiful quilts. Tiavalya is a…
Sankofa 2024!
Welcome back stitchers! Happy 2024! Today we celebrate in the spirit of Sankofa. Sankofa is a word of the Akan people of Ghana, meaning "to go back and get it"…
Stitch Please Swatches: Holiday Swatches Vol 4
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…
Stitch Please Swatches: Holiday Swatches Vol 3
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…
Stitch Please Swatches: Holiday Swatches Vol 2
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…
Stitch Please Swatches: Holiday Swatches Vol 1
The Black Women Stitch 2024 Wall Calendar is available for preorder NOW! Do not miss out on your chance to and get your stitch together with a year of artistic…
TipStitched! Sewing Tips and More with Tiffany Turner
The Black Women Stitch 2024 Wall Calendar is available for preorder NOW! Do not miss out on your chance to and get your stitch together with a year of artistic…
Aaronica B. Cole: Designer and Sewing Influencer
Preorder your 2024 BWS Wall Calendar TODAY! Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletterCheck out our merch hereLeave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode.Join the…
Garment Girlies of Black Sewing Network
Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletterCheck out our merch hereLeave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode.Join the Black Women Stitch PatreonCheck out our…
Bag Girlies of Black Sewing Network
Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter! Check out our merch here Join the Black Women Stitch PatreonAmazon StoreBlack Sewing NetworkBlack Sewing Network is a platform that celebrates and…
Sister Sewists of Black Sewing Network
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 PatreonAmazon Store Black Sewing…
Sister Sewists of Black Sewing Network
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 PatreonAmazon Store Black Sewing…
Quilting as Legacy, Photography as Expression: The Artistry of Tiavalya Befecadu
Welcome back Stitchers! Today Lisa is chatting with Tiavalya Befecadu a quilter and photographer, as she shares her sewing journey and the inspiration behind her beautiful quilts. Tiavalya is a…
Sankofa 2024!
Welcome back stitchers! Happy 2024! Today we celebrate in the spirit of Sankofa. Sankofa is a word of the Akan people of Ghana, meaning "to go back and get it"…
Stitch Please Swatches: Holiday Swatches Vol 4
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…
Stitch Please Swatches: Holiday Swatches Vol 3
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…
Stitch Please Swatches: Holiday Swatches Vol 2
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…
Stitch Please Swatches: Holiday Swatches Vol 1
The Black Women Stitch 2024 Wall Calendar is available for preorder NOW! Do not miss out on your chance to and get your stitch together with a year of artistic…
TipStitched! Sewing Tips and More with Tiffany Turner
The Black Women Stitch 2024 Wall Calendar is available for preorder NOW! Do not miss out on your chance to and get your stitch together with a year of artistic…
Aaronica B. Cole: Designer and Sewing Influencer
Preorder your 2024 BWS Wall Calendar TODAY! Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletterCheck out our merch hereLeave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode.Join the…
Garment Girlies of Black Sewing Network
Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletterCheck out our merch hereLeave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode.Join the Black Women Stitch PatreonCheck out our…
Bag Girlies of Black Sewing Network
Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter! Check out our merch here Join the Black Women Stitch PatreonAmazon StoreBlack Sewing NetworkBlack Sewing Network is a platform that celebrates and…
Sister Sewists of Black Sewing Network
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 PatreonAmazon Store Black Sewing…
Sister Sewists of Black Sewing Network
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 PatreonAmazon Store Black Sewing…
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