Oh, Stitch: A Needlepoint Podcast

What if the hobby you love isn’t just helping you unwind—but actually giving your brain the break it desperately needs?

In this episode, we're exploring the connection between needlepoint, creativity, and mental well-being with Kerry Hurlbut, a pediatric nurse practitioner and founder of Pointed Positivity. Kerry has experienced firsthand how needlepoint can become an important part of our personal wellness toolbox, carrying her through career changes, graduate school, relationships, health struggles, and a challenging period with her own mental health.

Her experience made her curious: Why did needlepoint help so much?

That question led Kerry to explore the research around creative hobbies and well-being—and ultimately inspired Pointed Positivity, where she brings together her clinical background, her love of needlepoint, and stories from other stitchers.

We talk about what happens when we trade constant stimulation and doom scrolling for the repetitive rhythm of working with our hands, why Kerry recommends creative hobbies to some of the patients and families she works with, and how community can make an enormous difference when we’re navigating difficult seasons.

Kerry also shares one fascinating benchmark from the research she has explored: aiming for about two hours of engagement with a hobby each week. It doesn’t have to happen all at once, and it certainly doesn’t need to become another item on the perfectionist to-do list. Instead, it can be a reminder to intentionally make room for the creative practices that make us feel better.

Check out the Decorative Stitch Playlist: georgieandlottie.com/decorative-stitch

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Connect with the Guest:
Website: pointedpositivity.com

Instagram: instagram.com/pointedpositivity

TikTok: tiktok.com/@pointedpositivity

Fall always feels like a fresh start, and we're embracing every bit of it. Today, we're inviting you into one of our favorite kinds of conversations: an unfiltered catch-up between sisters.

We're sharing what we've been working on behind the scenes at Georgie & Lottie, including brand-new mahjong-inspired needlepoint canvases and accessories that we're preparing for our first-ever vendor experience at the Hobby Holiday Retreat at The Greenbrier.

Plus you'll hear about some of our favorite family traditions as another school year begins, what it's like moving a college student into an unfurnished apartment, and the little rituals we've carried with us even after our kids have grown.

We're also sharing a few of our current favorites, including a refreshing summer cocktail, a fantastic audiobook recommendation, a binge-worthy television series, and a skincare product that's become a staple in our summer routine.

• Our upcoming trip to The Greenbrier and the new mahjong-themed needlepoint canvases we're bringing with us.
• The family traditions we've loved most during back-to-school season and why those small rituals matter.
• Our latest favorite things, including a cocktail recipe, an audiobook, a television series, and a sun-safe beauty recommendation.

• Hillstone Martini
• The Hobby Holiday Retreat at The Greenbrier
• The Calamity Club by Katherine Stockett
• The Help by Katherine Stockett
• Imperfect Women
• Tan-Luxe Water

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What if the secret to slowing down, finding creativity, and quieting your mind was as simple as picking up a needle and thread? This week, we're joined by actress Parker Posey for a conversation that's equal parts nostalgic, inspiring, and deeply calming.

Best known for her iconic film roles and her recent performance in The White Lotus, Parker shares how needlepoint has been a lifelong creative companion—from learning embroidery with her grandmothers to stitching on movie sets between takes.

We talk about why needlepoint feels different from other crafts, how it creates space for creativity, and why slow hobbies are making such a meaningful comeback in our fast-paced digital world. Along the way, we dive into childhood memories, DIY projects, favorite designs, and even imagine what a modern Holly Hobbie movie might look like.

Whether you're an experienced stitcher or just discovering needlepoint, this conversation is a reminder that creativity doesn't have to be rushed—and sometimes the best ideas arrive one stitch at a time.

• Why Parker considers needlepoint a form of meditation and creative self-care.
• How slow hobbies like stitching help cultivate patience, mindfulness, and imagination.
• Why handcrafted creativity is experiencing a renaissance—and why that's exactly what many of us need right now.

Mentioned in this Episode

• emilypeacock.com
• stitchly.com
• The Body Keeps the Score: amazon.com/dp/0143127748
• The White Lotus: imdb.com/title/tt13406094
• Little House on the Prairie (Original): imdb.com/title/tt0071007
• Little House on the Prairie (New): imdb.com/title/tt2431250
• Confessions of a Prairie Bitch: amazon.com/dp/0061962155
• houseofhackney.com
• calm.com
• melrobbins.com
• shopthestitchclip.com

Follow Parker Posey:

• instagram.com/itsparkerposey

Ever have a needlepoint canvas sitting in your cart for months because you just can't quite hit "buy"? You're definitely not alone. In this episode, we're sharing the dream canvases we can't stop thinking about, our current WIPs, and why we've finally stopped apologizing for investing in a hobby that brings so much joy.

From spontaneous local needlepoint shop finds to the elusive "white whale" canvases that seem to sell out in minutes, we're talking all about the projects that inspire us, the memories behind the canvases we hope to stitch one day, and how decorative stitches can make those special pieces even more meaningful.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why certain needlepoint canvases become our "white whales" and the dream projects we're still hoping to stitch.
• How decorative stitches can elevate a special canvas and make it truly one of a kind.
• An honest conversation about the cost of needlepoint, why handmade art is valuable, and why you never have to justify spending money on something that brings you peace.
  

Whether you're saving for a large heirloom project, collecting inspiration for your next stitch, or simply wondering if anyone else has a cart full of canvases they've been eyeing for months, this conversation is for you.

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

Free decorative stitch playlist: https://georgieandlottie.com/decorative-stitch

Georgie and Lottie Products Mentioned

The Americana Topiary: https://www.georgieandlottie.com/shop/p/americana-topiary-needlepoint-canvas-13-mesh-georgie-lottie

Mentioned in this Episode:

Pippa Designs - Euro Summer: https://artfulstitchesva.com/products/euro-summer-atlantic-blue-canvas

Have you felt like there are so many rules to needlepoint and you just want to break them all? Good news—you can. Needlepoint is meant to be enjoyed and if the rules are holding you back, this is your permission slip to break them!

In this episode, we're sharing the lessons we wish someone had told us when we first picked up a needle and the needlepoint myths you should let go of. From feeling guilty about having multiple projects to worrying about the back of your canvas, we're tackling the unnecessary pressure that can steal the joy from this hobby.

We believe needlepoint should be relaxing, creative, and personal—not another place where perfection takes over. Whether you're brand new to stitching or you've been needlepointing for years, this episode is your reminder that your hobby should work for you.

• Why there are no "right" rules when it comes to enjoying needlepoint.
• The beginner advice we wish we'd received before starting our first canvases.
• How to let go of perfectionism and stitch with more confidence and creativity.

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

Georgie and Lottie Products Mentioned

• The Bug Coaster: georgieandlottie.com/shop/p/bug-coaster-needlepoint-kit-18-mesh

Links Mentioned

• The Stitch Clip: shopthestitchclip.com
• Free Beginner Needlepoint Video Playlist: georgieandlottie.com/playlist

What happens when your business partner is also the person who has known you your entire life? In this episode, we get personal and share what it’s really like to build Georgie & Lottie as sisters. 

From creative collaboration and honest feedback to balancing family relationships with business decisions, we pull back the curtain on how our partnership works and why we completely disagree with the idea that family and business should never mix. Along the way, we share our current stitching projects, a few favorite finishes, and a fun sister version of the Newlywed Game that reveals more about who we are behind the business.

• Why working with family has been one of the greatest joys of building this business
• How different strengths and personalities make our partnership stronger
• The importance of honest communication, trust, and giving each other room to grow

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

Georgie and Lottie Products Mentioned

• The Dirty Martini: georgieandlottie.com/shop/p/the-dirty-martini-needlepoint-canvas

Links Mentioned

• Beginner Needlepoint Video Playlist: georgieandlottie.com/playlist

What if your favorite travel companion wasn’t a suitcase, gadget or a packing hack, but a needlepoint project that keeps you creative, relaxed, and entertained wherever you go?

In this episode of Oh Stitch, we’re talking all things travel. From the debate of Airbnbs versus hotels to packing strategies and tips for traveling with needlepoint.

• Why needlepoint is one of the best hobbies to bring on any trip.
• The pros and cons of Airbnbs, hotels, resorts, and cruises for different stages of life.
• Practical packing tips for both travel wardrobes and needlepoint projects.

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

Georgie and Lottie Products Mentioned

• Darling I'm a Stitch Queen Project Bag: georgieandlottie.com/shop/p/darling-im-a-stitch-queen-project-bag
• Rescue Kit: georgieandlottie.com/shop/p/needlepoint-rescue-kit
• Love Canvas: georgieandlottie.com/shop/p/love-needlepoint-canvas

Links Mentioned

• Beginner Needlepoint Video Playlist: georgieandlottie.myflodesk.com/video-playlist
• Needle Nook, La Jolla CA: needlenook.com
• What's The Stitch (Emma): instagram.com/whatsthestitchndlpt
• Heather Rae (Natasha’s lookalike Fendi bag): instagram.com/heather.rae.atelier
• Summer Camp Retreat (Sabrina Gebhardt): sabrinagebhardt.com

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.