What happens when a decades-old craft suddenly becomes one of the hottest creative hobbies around? In this episode, we're sharing our current needlepoint projects, talking candidly about the needlepoint boom, and discussing some of the unexpected growing pains happening behind the scenes.

From canvas shortages and finishing backlogs to exciting new shops and fresh faces entering the industry, we're pulling back the curtain on what it's really like to run a needlepoint business during this exciting time.

We also switch gears and share some of our favorite restaurants in Richmond, Washington, DC, Charleston, and Palm Springs for our fellow food lovers.

• Why the recent needlepoint boom is both exciting and challenging
• What's causing delays with canvases, threads, and finishing
• Our favorite current stitching projects and background stitches

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• Self Love Club: georgieandlottie.com/shop/p/self-love-club-needlepoint

• Website: georgieandlottie.com
• Beginner Needlepoint Video Playlist: georgieandlottie.myflodesk.com\video-playlist
• Brick Stitch Tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=OLZIaRvFyOU

• Stella's (Richmond & Carleston)
• La Bonne Vache (DC/Georgetown)
•  Bar Cecil (Palm Springs)
• Beatons (Palm Springs)

• 00:26 - WIPS
• 04:29 - Needlepoint Boom Hot Takes
• 07:08 - Supply Chain Growing Pains
• 11:58 - Finishing Backlogs Tips
• 13:46 - Favorite Restaurants

Okay… we’re actually doing this. Episode one is officially here, and I could not be more excited to welcome you into the world of Oh, Stitch. In this episode, we’re sharing the very beginning of how Georgie & Lottie came to life, why needlepoint became such an important creative outlet for us, and the hilarious chain of events that somehow led to starting a podcast together.

We’re also talking about our current WIPs (works in progress), favorite stitching habits, background stitch struggles, and a few completely unrelated obsessions — from meal prepping to rediscovering personal style after motherhood.

We’re Natasha & Alonsa, two sisters who love running their needlepoint business together, but also have a lot to say! Welcome to Oh, Stitch!

• How Natasha rediscovered needlepoint during COVID and why it helped my anxiety
• The story behind starting Georgie & Lottie together as sisters
• Beginner-friendly ways to start stitching today

Use code OHSTITCH10 for 10% off your first order at georgieandlottie.com.

• Cheers: georgieandlottie.com/shop/p/cheers-cocktails-needlepoint-canvas
• Love: georgieandlottie.com/shop/p/love-needlepoint-canvas
• The Bug Collection: georgieandlottie.com/shop/p/bug-collection-canvas-18-mesh

• Website: georgieandlottie.com
• Beginner Needlepoint Video Playlist: georgieandlottie.myflodesk.com\video-playlist
• Betsy Beaman: bbeamanstylist.com
• Salad Jars: amzn.to/4ft3Pvc

• 00:53 - What Is a WIP
• 06:17 - How Georgie and Lottie Began
• 11:08 - Beyond the Canvas Obsessions
• 11:44 - Meal Prep Sunday Routine
• 13:16 - Style and Closet Confessions
• 16:57 - Beginner Playlist and Discount

Oh, Stitch Podcast is your cozy corner of the internet where stitching, creativity, and conversation come together.

Hosted by sisters Natasha Sewell and Alonsa Riddle, this show is for lifelong stitchers, beginner needlepoint enthusiasts, and women who simply love slow hobbies, creativity, and a good conversation. Think of it like hanging out in the living room with your favorite comfort show playing in the background while you stitch, laugh, vent, and swap stories.

Each episode blends needlepoint education, stitching updates, hot takes, lifestyle conversations, and behind-the-scenes chats from the world of canvases, creativity, and community. From threads, stitches, and beginner tips to self-care, business, friendship, and life over 40, nothing is completely off the frame.

Whether you’ve been stitching for years or you’re needlepoint-curious and wondering where to begin, you’re welcome here.

So grab your latest project, settle in, and let’s get stitching.

Explore canvases, community, and more at Georgie & Lottie.