S5 E11: The Art of Spinning: A Journey with Evie Schwartz (Jillian Eve)

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia Lo speaks with Evie Schwartz, a multifaceted fibre artist whose path has taken her from accidental yarn making to intentional spinning and weaving. They talk about Evie’s creative evolution, her love for historical textiles, and the role of community in the fibre arts. The conversation also explores time management, the importance of preserving textile history, and how to inspire the next generation to engage with craft. Evie shares updates on her current projects, including her participation in the Tour de Fleece, and reflects on the value of approaching textile work with intention. Takeaways Evie's journey in fibre arts began with crochet at age six. She transitioned from teaching to focusing on spinning and weaving. Evie's YouTube channel showcases her passion for historical textiles. Community engagement is vital for learning and sharing in fibre arts. Time management is crucial for balancing multiple crafting projects. Textile history is an important narrative that needs to be shared. Evie encourages teaching kids about the origins of their clothing. Tour de Fleece fosters community and creativity among spinners. Intentionality in choosing materials affects the final fabric outcome. Evie believes in the importance of diverse storytelling in fibre arts.

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S5 E11: The Art of Spinning: A Journey with Evie Schwartz (Jillian Eve) is an episode from The SweetGeorgia Show by Felicia Lo: Founder & Creative Director of SweetGeorgia Yarns.

This episode is 42:39 long.

This episode was published on Jul 23, 2025.

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