Episodes

  • Our Collaboration with Madeleine Elizabeth Designs
    Jan 19 2026

    In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Host, Mary Meier-Evans has a lively and interesting conversation with fellow needlepoint canvas designer Madeleine Harwell, of Madeleine Elizabeth Designs.

    We are also SO proud to introduce our Collaboration with her, "The Garden Critters Series."


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    Click here to see The Garden Critters Series.


    Mentioned in This Episode:

    • The Needlepoint Studio
    • Strictly Christmas
    • Rebecca Wood Designs
    • Colors of Praise Needlepoint
    • Oasis Needlepoint


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    40 mins
  • Analysis Paralysis or Good Planning: You Decide!
    Jan 12 2026

    In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) reflect on 2025, what worked for our needlepoint business, what didn't, and a request for feedback from the audience.


    Click here to see which Curious Cowgirl Needlepoint Canvases are currently available!


    2025 Top Selling Curious Cowgirl Needlepoint Canvases:

    • The Mini Strawberry Bookmark
    • Pink Kissing Reindeer
    • Hey Y'all
    • John 3:16
    • Drive-In Valentine


    Mentioned in This Episode:

    • Rita's Needlepoint in NYC


    What We Are Currently Stitching

    • Walker's Needlepoint Nativity
    • Wipstitch State Stamps
    • Alexa Nutcracker Stocking


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    31 mins
  • We WILL...and We WON"T
    Dec 8 2025

    In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) round out Season 1, and discuss what they WILL be embracing in 2026, and what they WON'T be doing.



    Topics include:

    • Food
    • Entertainment
    • Fashion
    • Home Decor

    and of course, NEEDLEPOINT!


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    24 mins
  • It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Vintage Christmas
    Dec 1 2025

    In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss their love of Vintage Christmas Decor, Mary's collection, and its influence on their Christmas Needlepoint Canvas Designs.


    Click here to see which Curious Cowgirl Needlepoint Canvases are currently available!


    Mentioned in This Episode:

    • The Curious Cowgirl Christmas Canvas Collection
    • Polka Dot Santa Canvases
    • Kissing Reindeer Canvases
    • Lime Green Vintage Ornaments Canvases
    • Pink Bow Bell Canvas
    • Merry Christmas Scroll Canvas
    • Red and Green Vintage Textiles
    • Red and Green Vintage Ribbons


    What We Are Currently Stitching

    • Walker's Needlepoint Nativity


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    25 mins
  • Looking for Needlepoint Finishing Inspo? We have ideas!!!
    Nov 24 2025

    In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss several ways to finish basic needlepoint canvases. Think storage boxes, lapel pins, coasters and more!


    Click here to see which Curious Cowgirl Needlepoint Canvases are currently available!


    Mentioned in This Episode:

    • Rita's
    • The Curious Cowgirl Bookmark Canvases
    • Polka Dot Santa Canvases
    • Larger Christmas Canvases
    • Floral Rounds
    • Jesus Loves Me Canvases and Bible Verse Canvases
    • Unchiffonfonfon Needlepoint Finisher


    What We Are Currently Stitching

    • Le Point Studio Angels


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    The Curious Cowgirl's Vintage Finishing Textiles: Click Here



    Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics

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    28 mins
  • AI and the Needlepoint Industry
    Nov 17 2025

    In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss AI Artificial Intelligence and it's good and not-so-good uses in the needlepoint industry.


    Click here to see which Curious Cowgirl Needlepoint Canvases are currently available!


    Mentioned in This Episode:

    • Rita's


    What We Are Currently Stitching

    • The Gingham Stitchery's Saks Storefront
    • Patricia Sone's Maximalist Canvas
    • Le Point Studio Angels


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    The Curious Cowgirl's Vintage Finishing Textiles: Click Here



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    33 mins
  • We Took a Finishing Class, and Here's How it Went!
    Nov 10 2025

    In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss their first Finishing Class, and what they learned.


    Click here to see which Curious Cowgirl Needlepoint Canvases are currently available!


    Shops Mentioned in This Episode:

    • Rita's
    • The Needlepoint Clubhouse
    • Saville Needleworks
    • The Wool and The Floss's Acrylic Canvas Templates
    • Spellbound Stitchery's Downloadable Charts


    Finishing Class Teacher: The Nashville Needlepointer

    The Curious Cowgirl's Vintage Finishing Textiles: Click Here


    Canvases we Took to Class:

    • My Pink Sugar Life Witch Ghost
    • The Gingham Stitchery Transferware Christmas Plate


    What We Are Currently Stitching

    • The Gingham Stitchery's Headless Horseman Carousel
    • Patricia Sone's Maximalist Canvas


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    37 mins
  • Our Tips for Enjoying The Holidays in New York City
    Nov 3 2025

    In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) share their tips on the BEST ways to enjoy Thanksgiving and Christmas in New York City. Lots of great tips and hacks!


    Click here to see which Curious Cowgirl Needlepoint Canvases are currently available!


    For More Information on NYC During the Holidays:

    • Check out this Curious Cowgirl Blog Post for more detailed info about experiencing the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
    • More info about the Medieval Christmas Tree at the MET
    • Our FREE List of our Favorite NYC Restaurants



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    28 mins