<p>In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview <strong>Severina Seidl</strong>.</p><p>Severina is a German embroidery artist whose work blurs the line between thread, paint, and narrative abstraction.</p><p>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.</p><p><strong>Timestamps: </strong></p><p>00:00:00 – Introduction</p><p>00:01:30 – Moving from Germany to the RSN</p><p>00:09:11 – Developing a Unique Style</p><p>00:11:59 – Embracing Mess and Mistakes</p><p>00:14:28 – Maleficium: Concept and Creation</p><p>00:23:02 – The McQueen Feedback Shift</p><p>00:30:49 – Public Perception and Artistic Identity</p><p><strong>Links:</strong></p><p>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.severinaseidltextiles.com/"><strong>severinaseidltextiles.com</strong></a></p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/severina.seidl_textiles"><strong>severina.seidl_textiles</strong></a></p><p>Blue Mind (Instrumental) by Torii Wolf via <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/3403dx"><strong>Epidemic Sound</strong></a>.</p><p><strong>About NeedleXChange:</strong></p><p>NeedleXChange is a conversation podcast with embroidery and textile artists, exploring their process and practice.</p><p>Hosted by Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers, it is an in-depth showcase of the best needlework artists on the planet.</p><p><strong>Visit the NeedleXChange website:</strong> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.needl.exchange/Sign"><strong>needl.exchange</strong></a></p><p><strong>Sign up for the NeedleXChange Newsletter here</strong>: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://bit.ly/NeedleXChangeNewsIf"><strong>bit.ly/NeedleXChangeNews</strong></a></p><p>If you want embroidery inspiration and regular doses of textile art, visit the Mr X Stitch site here: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://mrxstitch.com"><strong>mrxstitch.com</strong></a> If you're looking for modern cross stitch designs, then XStitch is the magazine you need! Find out more here: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://xstitchmag.comAnd"><strong>xstitchmag.com</strong></a></p><p>And follow Mr X Stitch on all the usual social media channels!</p><ul><li>Facebook: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/mrxstitch"><strong>mrxstitch</strong></a></li><li>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/mrxstitch"><strong>mrxstitch</strong></a></li><li>Pinterest: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.pinterest.com/mrxstitch"><strong>mrxstitch</strong></a></li><li>YouTube: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/c/mrxstitch"><strong>mrxstitch</strong></a></li><li>LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrjamiechalmers"><strong>mrjamiechalmers</strong></a></li></ul>