Best Lindsay Weston Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 145: From Rejection to Donation - Overcoming Obstacles with Project Donor 34:40

1d ago34:40

34:40

Kent Bressler talks with Josie Maier, co-director of Project Donor—a nonprofit offering free support to living organ donor candidates. Kent reflects on his journey as a living donor kidney transplant recipient and his recent triumph over cancer. Josie sheds light on key challenges in organ donation, especially how BMI restrictions can prevent other…

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Episode 144: Glenna Frey - The Case for Living Kidney Donation 1:06:51

22d ago1:06:51

1:06:51

Kent Bressler welcomes Glenna Frey, MSN, APRN-CNS. She has dedicated over 40 years to nephrology nursing, specializing in hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and kidney transplantation. In 2017, she donated a kidney to a stranger at the Cleveland Clinic. The following year, she co-founded Kidney Donor Conversations (KDC), a nonprofit providing educa…

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PASSIONATE ABOUT PUNCH NEEDLE with Micah Clasper-Torch 31:14

1M ago31:14

31:14

When Micah Clasper-Torch first designed a coat using fabric which had been embellished with punch needlework, her passion was born. Moving from the intense world of fashion design in New York to a more laid back lifestyle in California, Micah embraced the craft of punch needle and ran with it. Her passion for the craft is infectious, so much so tha…

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Looking Ahead to 'Woven from Kirklees' with Nat Walton 29:36

2M ago29:36

29:36

The 'Woven in Kirklees' textiles festival first launched in 2019 and is due to kick off for its 2025 edition this weekend. The community festival celebrates all kinds of textiles and related crafts with yarn bombs, textile art exhibitions, workshops and talks. The biennial festival runs for a whole month and this year will have 130 different events…

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From Sewing Wedding Dresses to Crocheting a Turner Prize Winning Doily with Rachael Mills 21:09

2M ago21:09

21:09

When Rachael Mills took up crochet as a means to giving up smoking, little did she realise that it would one day lead to her making a Turner Prize winning doily! Last year, when the Glaswegian artist Jasleen Kaur was named the winner of the Turner Prize, crocheter Racheal was celebrating at home in Blackburn. I was thrilled when she agreed to come …

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Celebrating 10 years of the Winwick Mum Sockalong with Christine Perry 24:05

2M ago24:05

24:05

My guest for this episode is my yarny friend, Christine Perry, who first made an appearance on the podcast back in 2021. Since chatting back then, we have become friends and when I heard that she was gearing up to a big milestone in her sock-knitting journey, I asked her if she would like to come back onto the podcast and chat about it. Last weeken…

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Episode 143: The Heart of Kidney Research - Why Your Story Matters 47:07

3M ago47:07

47:07

Kent Bressler speaks with Rachel Claudine and Dr. Sandy Gilbert from the National Kidney Foundation. They explore the groundbreaking KidneyCARE Study, a pioneering patient-centered research initiative designed to gather vital data directly from individuals living with various stages of kidney disease. Rachel shares her personal journey with Lupus N…

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Spreading Joy Online with Sara & Sean from Crochet in the Glen 31:49

3M ago31:49

31:49

When I first approached Sara from Crochet in the Glen and asked if she would like to be a guest on Making Stitches Podcast, she couldn't understand why I'd want to speak to her. Like many (thousands) of other people who follow her Instagram account I'd enjoyed seeing her posts from her home on the picturesque Cowal Peninsula on the West Coast of Sc…

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The Gift of Crochet with Marianne Rawlins aka MazCrochets 24:36

3M ago24:36

24:36

For so many of us, crochet (or any craft) is as gift which offers mental release, a chance to focus on something away from the day-to-day worries of life and that creative spark so many of us need. When Marianne Rawlins was working part-time whilst raising her very small children, crochet arrived in her life. It gave her a creative outlet and ultim…

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Episode 142: Resilience and Hope - Cody's Inspiring Kidney Story 44:54

3M ago44:54

44:54

Cody Kubiak’s story is one of extraordinary resilience, faith, and hope. In this episode, we dive into his powerful journey—from childhood surgeries to receiving a kidney transplant and battling cancer. Through every trial, Cody has shown what it means to persevere and live with purpose. Hear firsthand how he turned hardship into hope, and discover…

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Carry On Crafting with Justine Robson 39:04

4M ago39:04

39:04

After dreaming about a craft festival one night, Justine Robson woke up and decided she should arrange one. Two months later, she’d booked the venue (the South of England show ground) and ten months later Carry on Crafting opened its doors for the first time. This summer sees the fourth edition of the summer craft festival and with over 600 people …

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MENOPAUSE MAKES with Jenni Smith & Kay Walsh 37:22

4M ago37:22

37:22

My guests for this episode are a pair of friends who met at a tap dancing class and went on to become creative business partners. They have been sewing for more than 30 years, many of which were spent working together in their sewing studio in Ilkley in Yorkshire. Since Covid, their classes in sewing and quilting have gone from in person, on a loca…

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Episode 141: The Power of Faith in Kidney Health 22:41

4M ago22:41

22:41

Kent Bresler shares his personal journey through kidney disease, including his experiences with a kidney transplant, dialysis, and the challenges he faced with a recent health scare. With a focus on resilience and the importance of regular medical check-ups, Kent offers insights into navigating life after a transplant and the significance of commun…

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Talking Colour, Yarn, Sound & Knitting with Felix Ford from KNITSONIK 54:45

5M ago54:45

54:45

It’s so good to be back with you bringing another series of Making Stitches Podcast to your ears! My guest for this episode is Felicity aka Felix Ford, an artist who works in colour, sound and yarn. I first heard about Felix’s work when a mutual friend contacted me and suggested she might be a good guest for the podcast – she was right! Before our …

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MAKING STITCHES 2024 CHRISTMAS SPECIAL 36:52

7M ago36:52

36:52

Hello and welcome to the Making Stitches 2024 Christmas Special! As always at this time of year, I'm taking a look back at some of the year's highlights for Making Stitches. Included in this year's extravaganza is Tansy Forster from The Longest Yarn, author and academic Barbara Burman, Emma Varnam, Dr Gemma McKenzie from Threads of Protest, Heather…

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Episode 140: Rising Above - Dan Holmes' Journey from Navy Hero to Kidney Advocate 1:17:14

8M ago1:17:14

1:17:14

Join Kent Bressler in this deeply insightful episode of Kent's Kidney Stories as he welcomes Dan Holmes, a former U.S. Navy combat search and rescue operator, to discuss his remarkable journey through kidney disease. Listen in as Dan shares his experiences from the harrowing shipboard fire that led to his PTSD and subsequent diagnosis with membrano…

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Learning Lessons from History with Becky Davies-Downes 34:56

8M ago34:56

34:56

Thank you for joining me for the 80th episode of Making Stitches Podcast! This time I'm sharing a chat I had with Becky Davies-Downes from William and Tilda, who, after almost two decades working in TV & film costume departments, is now sewing beautiful bags and other accessories inspired by 1940s wartime Britain. I first bumped into Becky in Septe…

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A FARESHARE FESTIVE FEAST 20:16

9M ago20:16

20:16

This time on Making Stitches, I'm doing something a little bit different. I want to speak to you about food poverty, especially in my home city of Manchester and how I need your help to try to making things a bit easier for those who are finding it tough. As the weather gets colder and we head towards winter, the terrible decision between heating a…

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YARNDALE 2024 38:35

9M ago38:35

38:35

Hello and welcome to the latest episode of Making Stitches - back after a longer than anticipated break! This time, I'm sharing a bumper episode featuring lots of creative chats with some of the lovely people I met at this year's Yarndale festival in Skipton two weeks ago. You will hear from: Zoe Coates from British Wool Eleonora from Coastal Croch…

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Episode 139: Rewriting Medical History - The First Nutcracker Syndrome Kidney Donation 31:59

10M ago31:59

31:59

In this episode, Kent Bresler sits down with LJ Dong, a remarkable individual who shares her unique journey of overcoming Nutcracker Syndrome and becoming a kidney donor. LJ talks about surviving multiple surgeries on her spine and abdomen and how a diagnosis of Nutcracker Syndrome has changed her life. Nutcracker Syndrome is a compression of the r…

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Beating the Odds: Jamie's Double Heart Miracle 35:03

11M ago35:03

35:03

In this heartfelt episode, Kent Bresler sits down with Jamie Stroup, a remarkable woman who has undergone not one, but two heart transplants, and a double lung transplant. Jamie shares her incredible journey from her first transplant at the age of 16 to her recent second heart transplant in October 2023. They discuss the emotional and physical chal…

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THREADS OF PROTEST with Dr Gemma McKenzie 30:44

11M ago30:44

30:44

My guest for this episode of Making Stitches Podcast has a background in law and human rights and a passion for crochet too. Dr Gemma McKenzie is a researcher in the Midwifery Department at King's College London specialising in maternity rights and obstetric abuse. She has decided that in order to raise awareness about her work in the field of mate…

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Episode 137: The New Era Act: A Game Changer for Kidney Patients 25:04

11M ago25:04

25:04

Join Kent Bressler as he delves into the New Era Act, a groundbreaking Bill aimed at improving the lives of those with rare kidney diseases. Learn about Kent's advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill, the importance of early intervention, and how you can contribute to this vital cause. Don't miss this informative and inspiring episode! For more informatio…

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CREATING A DIGITAL YARN COMMUNITY with Jane Abraham, The Cornish Knitter 36:43

12M ago36:43

36:43

When my guest on today's episode was about to leave a career in London for a quieter pace of life on the Cornish coast, one of her first concerns was where she would be able to buy yarn from. Fast forward a few years and Jane Abraham not only has her own yarn shop, she hosts creative retreats, has her own You Tube channel and has built an online co…

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Finishing a Creative Legacy with Jen Simonic from the Loose Ends Project 40:42

12M ago40:42

40:42

One of the unexpected things many people experience when they lose a loved one and have to sort through their posessions, can be unfinished craft projects. Maybe the person who has died was partway through making a baby blanket for a new family member, a quilt for a forthcoming wedding or simply a pair of socks or jumper for a loved one. If there's…

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Episode 136: Sonia and Ali - A London Kidney Miracle 51:44

1y ago51:44

51:44

In this heartfelt episode of Kent's Kidney Stories, host Kent Bresler reconnects with Ali Dawson and Sonia, two inspiring individuals from London. Their story is a testament to the power of friendship, kindness, and the life-changing impact of kidney donation. We hear about the incredible journey of Sonia, who suffers from polycystic kidney disease…

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Finding Joy in Making with Emma Varnam 30:42

1y ago30:42

30:42

This time on Making Stitches Podcast, I'm thrilled to be sharing a chat I had with knitting & crochet designer, Emma Varnam. To date, Emma has written 13 books filled with inspiring designs for your home and to gift, from granny square homewares to adorable cuddly toys and crocheted pot plants! Emma is also a regular columnist for Inside Crochet ma…

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Episode 135: Transplants to Advocacy: Julie's Inspiring Kidney Journey 35:32

1y ago35:32

35:32

In our latest episode of Kent's Kidney Stories, we bring you the incredible journey of Julie Lynn Nast. From her early struggles with kidney disease and a challenging pregnancy on dialysis to her transplant experience and ongoing advocacy work, Julie's story is one of resilience and hope. Julie shares her battles with peripheral artery disease, the…

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Selling Your Makes on Etsy with Claire Reed 22:59

1y ago22:59

22:59

For some of us makers, there's the desire to take our creativity beyond something which is purely a hobby. Whether we opt to teach our craft to others, design patterns or sell finished items at craft fairs or online, there are many ways to potentially make money from making. In this episode, I looked at Etsy as a platform for selling creative makes…

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Episode 134: Steven Gambrel - Twenty-Nine Years Strong: A Heart and Double Lung Transplant Journey 46:34

1y ago46:34

46:34

In this special episode of Kent's Kidney Stories, host Kent Bresler steps outside the usual realm of kidney disease to bring you an inspiring conversation with Steven Gambrel, a heart and double lung transplant recipient. Steven shares his remarkable journey, starting from his congenital heart defect diagnosed at birth, through the trials of atrial…

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Episode 133: Elaine Perlman - Tackling the Kidney Shortage with the End Kidney Deaths Act 54:12

1y ago54:12

54:12

In this compelling episode of Kent's Kidney Stories, host Kent Bresler welcomes Elaine Perlman, Executive Director of Waitlist Zero and mentor for the National Kidney Donation Organization. Elaine shares her remarkable journey from educator to kidney donation advocate, spurred by her and her son's altruistic kidney donations. Together, they delve i…

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THE LONGEST YARN: Commemorating D-Day in Yarn 37:29

1y ago37:29

37:29

Yesterday marked the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy. Along with the military commemorations, there was a very special one created in yarn, by hundreds of knitters & crocheters around the globe - The Longest Yarn. Tansy Forster, who has lived in Normandy for over 20 years, was inspired by the Post Box toppers she saw when she tra…

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Creativity for Mental Health : a Dive into the Making Stitches Podcast Archives 28:02

1y ago28:02

28:02

Hello, I’m thrilled to be back with another series of episodes of Making Stitches Podcast. This time I’m doing something a bit different, instead of launching the new series with a new interview, I’ve taken a dive into the archives. Since I last spoke to you, Making Stitches celebrated its 4th birthday (which I think is pretty decent in podcasting)…

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Episode 132: Dr. Matthew Cooper - Beyond the Biopsy: Pioneering Kidney Health Monitoring 53:28

1y ago53:28

53:28

Kent's Kidney Stories presents a powerful episode featuring Dr. Matthew Cooper, who sheds light on the latest advancements in kidney transplant monitoring. Discover the remarkable potential of cell-free DNA testing to predict and prevent organ rejection, reducing the need for biopsies and enhancing the longevity of transplanted kidneys. Kent's pers…

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Episode 131: Zachary Sutton - A Journey from Altruistic Donation to Transplant Advocacy 55:06

1y ago55:06

55:06

In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode of Kent's Kidney Stories, host Kent Bressler is joined by Zachary Sutton, a man of profound impact in the kidney community. With his doctorate in Health Administration and experience as a Physician's Assistant, Zachary's journey is one of both professional insight and personal sacrifice, having been an …

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Episode 130: Uniting for Kidney Solutions - All About Our 2024 FunD Walk 43:20

1+ y ago43:20

43:20

In this inspiring episode of Kent's Kidney Stories, host Kent Bresler invites Jonathan Traylor from Kerrville, Texas, to discuss the upcoming fun walk in April and the remarkable work being done at Kidney Solutions. Jonathan, the organization's social media director, shares how his personal journey with kidney disease led him to give back to the co…

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Episode 129: Diana Clynes - Charting the Course for Patient Empowerment 43:08

1+ y ago43:08

43:08

Kent delves into the vital world of kidney health advocacy with special guest Diana Clynes, the dedicated Executive Director of the American Association of Kidney Patients (AAKP). With nearly two decades at AAKP, Diana brings a wealth of experience and a heartfelt commitment to improving the lives of those affected by kidney disease. Kent and Diana…

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A Decade of Keeping Calm and Crocheting On with Heather Gibbs 26:54

1+ y ago26:54

26:54

Ten years ago, Heather Gibbs was looking for an outlet for her crochet creativity and set up her blog; Keep Calm and Crochet On UK. Little did she know that her blog would be going from strength to strength a whole decade later, but that she would also end up working with a selection of different crochet magazines and yarn companies as well. In thi…

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WHY SEWING MATTERS with Barbara Burman 47:58

1+ y ago47:58

47:58

Hello and welcome to Making Stitches Podcast! My guest for this episode is the historian and writer, Barbara Burman, whose latest book is 'The Point of the Needle - Why Sewing Matters'. Barbara, a retired academic from the University of Southampton and the University of the Arts, spent more than 40 years teaching and researching the history of dres…

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Episode 128: Joshua Tarnoff - Navigating the New Frontiers of Kidney Care 1:05:03

1+ y ago1:05:03

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Josh Tarnoff joined NephCure as CEO in early 2018, fulfilling a long-held desire to serve the rare disease patient community more closely. He spent more than 30 years working in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology community, moving new therapies closer to reality. Personal connections with NephCure families fuel his passion to achieve NephCure’s m…

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Spinning, Weaving and Niddy-Noddies with Cathy Wright from Lazy Kate Textiles 27:44

1+ y ago27:44

27:44

Welcome to the first episode of Making Stitches in 2024! Sorry for the longer than anticipated break. This is the first of the final three episodes in series seven. This time, I’m sharing a chat I had late last year with Cathy Wright from Lazy Kate Textiles. Cathy’s a spinner and weaver sharing her love of creativity by teaching these heritage craf…

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Episode 127: Jennifer Cramer-Miller - Embracing Life with Chronic Hope 1:18:34

1+ y ago1:18:34

1:18:34

In this heartwarming episode, Kent Bresler sits down with Jennifer Cramer-Miller, author of "Incurable Optimist: Living with Illness and Chronic Hope." Jennifer shares her profound journey as a fellow FSGS patient who has navigated the tumultuous waters of dialysis, multiple transplants, and the relentless pursuit of hope and joy amidst chronic ill…

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Episode 126: Aimee Makovic - From Heart to Kidney: A Transplant Trilogy 53:10

1+ y ago53:10

53:10

Kent Bresler is joined by Amy Makovic, a poet and professor whose life-altering journey through a triple organ transplant during the pandemic is nothing short of miraculous. Her candid conversation delves into the emotional rollercoaster of an 18-hour surgery, an 11-month hospital recovery, and the mental health challenges that followed. Amy's resi…

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Episode 125: A Tale of Transplants and Triumphs 35:37

1+ y ago35:37

35:37

In this deeply personal episode of 'Kent's Kidney Story,' Kent Bresler invites listeners to explore the intersection of kidney health and the aging process. From his own experiences with a transplant that has lasted over three decades to the nuances of managing life post-transplant, Kent offers a transparent look at the highs and lows. Discover the…

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MAKING STITCHES 2023 CHRISTMAS SPECIAL 27:16

1+ y ago27:16

27:16

Hello there and welcome to the Making Stitches Podcast 2023 Christmas Special. Join me for a selection box of treats looking back at the past 12 months in my podcast world. You can hear from guests including Dr Mia Hobbs from the 'Why I Knit' Podcast on the mental health benefits of being creative, Dr Fran Darlington-Pollock from the Greater Manche…

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LOVING THE LANGUAGE OF CROCHET with Jane Czaja 33:27

1+ y ago33:27

33:27

Jane Czaja has been trying to spread the love of crochet for decades, from teaching beginners groups back in the 1980s to running a crochet and chat group in her local library now! Jane has always been a maker, and since her retirement from computer programming and lecturing students about it, she has turned her attention to crochet full time. You …

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Deck the Halls with the Greater Manchester Mayor's Charity 15:15

1+ y ago15:15

15:15

This time on Making Stitches Podcast, I want to share a great initiative which is happening in my home city of Manchester. Homelessness is a problem all year round in towns and cities across the world, not just here in the UK and it's a complex problem to solve. Greater Manchester Mayor's Charity was set up after our Mayor, Andy Burnham was elected…

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Episode 124: Jaime Imhof - Dual Donor Double Transplant Recipient 56:25

1+ y ago56:25

56:25

Kent talks to Jaime Imhof, a dual donor double transplant recipient. In June 2022 she was rushed to the hospital raging with multiple infections and organ failure. and was given a 10% chance of survival. Jamie needed a liver transplant first to survive, breaking the six-month sobriety rule in a groundbreaking program led by Johns Hopkins Hospital. …

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THE GREAT NORTHERN TEXTILE SHOW 2023 44:48

1+ y ago44:48

44:48

Hello and welcome to this latest episode of Making Stitches Podcast where I'm taking you out on the road with me to the second Great Northern Textile Show which happened a couple of weeks ago in Manchester. You'll hear from a selection of traders who brought their products to sell to visitors, several crafts guilds and three hugely talented textile…

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Black Sheep Wools at 40 & looking ahead to the Great Northern Textile Show 2023 30:07

1+ y ago30:07

30:07

Back in July, Black Sheep Wools, the largest independent yarn shop in the UK celebrated its 40th birthday. Friends of Black Sheep Wools were invited to join in with a two-day-long birthday party at the Craft Barn in Culcheth, Warrington. I went along to join the festivities and this episode shares a little bit of what went on. You can find the Blac…

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