In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Severina Seidl.
Severina is a German embroidery artist whose work blurs the line between thread, paint, and narrative abstraction.
We explore her journey from fashion school in Germany to the Royal School of Needlework, unpacking the nerves, transitions, and discovery of her personal style. From her early experiments in French knots to the impact of McQueen critiques, Severina charts an evolving, experimental path.
Timestamps:
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:01:30 – Moving from Germany to the RSN
00:09:11 – Developing a Unique Style
00:11:59 – Embracing Mess and Mistakes
00:14:28 – Maleficium: Concept and Creation
00:23:02 – The McQueen Feedback Shift
00:30:49 – Public Perception and Artistic Identity
Links:
Website: severinaseidltextiles.com (https://www.severinaseidltextiles.com/)
Instagram: severina.seidl_textiles (https://www.instagram.com/severina.seidl_textiles)
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Hosted by Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers, it is an in-depth showcase of the best needlework artists on the planet.
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