Episodes

Dec 8

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! Click here to see which Curious Cowgirl Needlepoint Canvases are currently available! Click here to join our email list and get FIRST DIBS on all new releases!

Dec 1

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 Click here to join our email list! Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Nov 24

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 Click here to join our email list! The Curious Cowgirl's Vintage Finishing Textiles: Click Here Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Nov 17

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 Click here to join our email list! The Curious Cowgirl's Vintage Finishing Textiles: Click Here Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Nov 10

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 Click here to join our email list! Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Nov 3

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 Click here to join our email list!

Oct 27

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss how the Autumn Needlepoint Market went. As well as a crazy but important question about pasta! Click here to see what canvases are currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: Curious Cowgirl Market Best-Sellers: Patriotic 4th of July Howdy, Hey Y'all and our Cowboy Hat NYC Bookmarks Vintage Textile Inspired Other Designers we loved at Market: Spellbound Stitchery Witch Hunt Atlantic Blue Canvas Halloween Wagon The Gingham Stitchery Storefronts Click here to join our email list! What are we currently stitching: The Book Canvas Diagon Alley My Pink Sugar Life Witch Ghost Stitch Rock Designs Pink Reindeer Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Oct 20

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss the warm reception they received for their Bible Verse Canvases, and a tie in to a unique wedding use! Click here to see what canvases are currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: Bible Verse Canvases Custom Verse Request Form Oz Needle and Thread Hangers Le Point Wedding Signs The Curious Cowgirl Hat Bands Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Oct 13

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Host, Mary Meier-Evans gives a brief message about the upcoming Fall Needlepoint Market, and where you can see ALL the new designs by The Curious Cowgirl! Follow along on Instagram , where we are previewing ALL our new designs headed to Market! See something you love? Let your favorite LNS know!

Oct 6

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss the Fall Needlepoint Wholesale Market. How it works, and how they are getting prepared. Click here to see what canvases are currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: Patricia Sone Victoria Whitson Madeleine Elizabeth Saville Needleworks Hulken Bags Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Sep 29

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) celebrate the opening of the GREAT State Fair of Texas, and a new canvas design drop. Click here to see what canvases are currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: The State Fair of Texas Magpie Ethel on Instagram The Needlepoint Clubhouse The Curious Cowgirl Cowboy Hat Canvas The Curious Cowgirl Hey Y'all Canvas The Curious Cowgirl Howdy Canvas Scattergories Game What are We Currently Stitching: The Gingham Stitchery Storefront Canvases The Curious Cowgirl Yellow Gingham Flower Canvas Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Sep 22

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss why they like to make Finishing Decision before beginning a new needlepoint project. Click here to see what canvases are currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: Rita's Needlepoint Wipstitch State Stamps Love MBH Daffodil The Needlepoint Clubhouse Curious Cowgirl Bible Verse Canvases Curious Cowgirl Polka Dot Santas Curious Cowgirl Hat Bands What are We Currently Stitching: My Pink Sugar Life Striped Ghost The Curious Cowgirl Cowboy Hat Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Sep 15

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss how becoming needlepoint canvas designers has changed the way we view needlepointing in general. Click here to see what canvases are currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: Morgan Julia Bar Cart Saville Needleworks in Dallas Lauren Bloch Designs Castles The Splendid Stitch in Sag Harbor Penny Linn Peppermint Bark Canvas Hedgehog Needlepoint College Tags Wipstitch State Stamps Curious Cowgirl Texas Highway Signs Curious Cowgirl Vintage Valentine Canvases Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Sep 8

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss their design process, and how ideas become needlepoint canvases. Click here to see what canvases are currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: Morgan Julia Bar Cart Rita's Needlepoint in NYC The Curious Cowgirl Book Marks Vintage Finishing Textiles What We are Currently Stitching: Curious Cowgirl Hat Bands The Gingham Stitchery Transferware Christmas Plate Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Sep 1

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) depart from needlepoint and discuss to which "House" they belong if they were characters in Harry Potter, Game of Thrones or Star Wars. And EA has OPINIONS about these books which you will love! Click here to see what canvases are currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: Please let us know in the comments which House YOU belong to! Please FOLLOW and RATE our Podcast! Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Aug 25

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss the frustration of piles of tangled threads, and how we like to keep organized with our storage and our kitted needlepoint canvases. Click here to see what canvases are currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: Twisted Stitches Needlepoint Our Amazon Needlepoint Supplies Storefront The Curious Cowgirl Texas Highway Sign Collection Initial K Studio Nativity Round Canvas Mopsy Designs Texas Mandala Canvas What We are Currently Stitching: Curious Cowgirl Bible Verse Canvases Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Aug 18

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Host, Mary Meier-Evans interviews Marianne Lynn, the owner of Dallas' newest needlepoint shop, Saville Needleworks in Snider Plaza. Click here to see what Curious Cowgirl canvases are currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: Saville Needleworks Follow Saville on Instagram @savilleneedleworks

Aug 11

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss Mary's recent experience at the Needlepoint Clubhouse's Beat the Heat Retreat, and what our ideal needlepoint retreat might look like. Click here to see what canvases are currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: The Needlepoint Clubhouse The Love MBH Studio Daffodil Needlepoint Canvas Initial K Studio Hello Tess Designs Ann Kay Studio Doolittle Stitchery Lauren Bloch Designs Thankful, Blessed, Grateful Needlepoint Canvases Greenberg Smoked Turkey What We are Currently Stitching: Sandra Gilmore American Flag Canvas Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Aug 4

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss their favorite camp memories. In the wake of the tragic flooding events in Central Texas, and Camp Mystic, Mary and Elizabeth Ann spend a little time remember what made camp special for them. As a side note, Mary is an alumni of Camp Mystic. Shop our Needlepoint Canvas Designs, Vintage Textiles and Ribbons, and SO much more! Click here to see what's currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: Sky Ranch Camp Mystic Kanakuk NYC Gilded Age Walking Tour Saville Needleworks SPECIAL CHRISTMAS IN JULY SALE: ENTER THE CODE CIJ20 AT CHECKOUT TO RECEIVE 20% OFF ALL CHRISTMAS CANVASES! What We are Currently Stitching: Curious Cowgirl Bible Verse Canvases Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Jul 28

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss the pressure we place on ourselves to stitch a certain number of canvases each year. And, our advice on getting yourself out of a needlepoint slump. Shop our Needlepoint Canvas Designs, Vintage Textiles and Ribbons, and SO much more! Click here to see what's currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: The Throne of Glass Series The Royal School of Needlework Stitch Bank The KCN Stitch Vault Stitches to Go Simple Pin Media Pinterest Marketing SPECIAL CHRISTMAS IN JULY SALE: ENTER THE CODE CIJ20 AT CHECKOUT TO RECEIVE 20% OFF ALL CHRISTMAS CANVASES! What We are Currently Stitching: Judy Tasch Tomato Pin Cushion Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Jul 21

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss regional design preferences in needlepoint canvas design, the similarities between New Yorkers and Texans, a preview of upcoming designs, and whether ghosts and angels are real. Yup. We are all over the place in this episode! Shop our Needlepoint Canvas Designs, Vintage Textiles and Ribbons, and SO much more! Click here to see what's currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: The Colony Hotel in Kennebunkport, Maine The Sara Fitz Lobster Canvas Wipstitch Jeep Collection The Curious Cowgirl Texas Highway Signs The Curious Cowgirl Bookmark Needlepoint Canvases SPECIAL CHRISTMAS IN JULY SALE: ENTER THE CODE CIJ20 AT CHECKOUT TO RECEIVE 20% OFF ALL CHRISTMAS CANVASES! What We are Currently Stitching: The Painted Stitch Upper East Side Canvas Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Jul 14

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss the challenge of making and keeping friends, at any stage of life. Shop our Needlepoint Canvas Designs, Vintage Textiles and Ribbons, and SO much more! Click here to see what's currently available! SPECIAL CHRISTMAS IN JULY SALE: ENTER THE CODE CIJ20 AT CHECKOUT TO RECEIVE 20% OFF ALL CHRISTMAS CANVASES! What We are Currently Stitching: The Gingham Stitchery Little Blue Box Canvas The Curious Cowgirl Joyful Santa Canvas Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Jul 7

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss the inspiration for their Vintage Christmas Needlepoint Canvases, and a fun surprise to celebrate Christmas in July! Shop our Needlepoint Canvas Designs, Vintage Textiles and Ribbons, and SO much more! Click here to see what's currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: The Curious Cowgirl Pink Bow Christmas Bell Canvas The Curious Cowgirl Green Mid-Century Kissing Reindeer Canvas The Curious Cowgirl Red Mid-Century Kissing Reindeer Canvas The Curious Cowgirl Pink Mid-Century Kissing Reindeer Canvas The Patricia Sone Stitch Guide for the Kissing Reindeer Canvas The Curious Cowgirl Vintage Valentines Canvas Collection The Stitching with Stacey Christmas Harp Angel Canvas Stitch Style Pink Tree Needlepoint Canvas The Gingham Stitchery Transferware Turkey Rittenhouse Needlepoint Shop in Philadelphia, PA SPECIAL CHRISTMAS IN JULY SALE: ENTER THE CODE CIJ20 AT CHECKOUT TO RECEIVE 20% OFF ALL CHRISTMAS CANVASES! What We are Currently Stitching: The Raymond Crawford Vintage Reindeer Canvas Stitch Style French Butter Canvas Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Jun 30

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss Open Stitches, Martha Washington, and a big money-making recommendation for the New York Sewing Center! Shop our Needlepoint Canvas Designs, Vintage Textiles and Ribbons, and SO much more! Click here to see what's currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: The Patricia Sone NYC Art Deco Heart The Royal School of Needlework The New York Sewing Center Martha Washington's Shell Cushions What We are Currently Stitching: Camilla Moss Angel Party Canvas Wipstitch State Stamps Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Jun 23

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss needlepoint hot takes. Should you frog? Away Knots? Frame or No Frame. Definitely honest and fun! Shop our Needlepoint Canvas Designs, Vintage Textiles and Ribbons, and SO much more! Click here to see what's currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: Patricia Sone The Mopsey Texas Mandala Rita's Needlepoint in NYC The Curious Cowgirl Pink Bow Mid-Century Christmas Bell Canvas The Kirk and Bradley Central Park Round Canvas Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer What We are Currently Stitching: Penny Linn Peppermint Bark Canvas Patricia Sone Maximalist Canvas Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Jun 16

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss their favorite NYC Restaurants, Bars, Bakeries, spots for a fun girl's lunch in New York, and a few other food-related tips for your next visit to Manhattan. Shop our Needlepoint Canvas Designs, Vintage Textiles and Ribbons, and SO much more! Click here to see what's currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: Our NYC Restaurant Guide Resources: NYC Food Tours What We are Currently Stitching: The Susan Battle Blockbuster Canvas Strictly Christmas Squatty Santas Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Jun 9

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss the upcoming Canvas Crawl 2025, the fun of including unique embellishments with a finished needlepoint canvas, and other fun topics. Shop our Needlepoint Canvas Designs, Vintage Textiles and Ribbons, and SO much more! Click here to see what's currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: Needlepoint Shop Shout-Outs: Chaparral Needleworks The Splendid Stitch Saville Needleworks Rita's Needlepoint Annie & Co. West Village Knit and Needle Resources: 2025 Canvas Crawl Painted Pony Designs Miniature String of Christmas Lights The Dances With Wolves Road Trip Itinerary and Blog Post What We are Currently Stitching: Mopsey Designs Mandela Collection The Plum Stitchery Designs Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

Jun 2

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans is interviewing Alyssa Hertzig, the NEW owner of Rita's Needlepoint in New York City. We are also excited to be "Popping Up" at Rita's on Saturday, June 7th. Come see all our needlepoint designs in person and say hi! Shop our Needlepoint Canvas Designs, Vintage Textiles and Ribbons, and SO much more! Click here to see what's currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: Alyssa's very fun "reveal" Instagram announcement Canvas Crawl 2025 Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

May 26

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) in this post-Mother's Day moment, discuss things we wish our mothers taught us. Potentially spicy. Definitely honest and fun! Shop our Needlepoint Canvas Designs, Vintage Textiles and Ribbons, and SO much more! Click here to see what's currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: The Nested Grapefruit Scented Candle Miss Inez the Organ Player What We are Currently Stitching: Scout Ranch Philmont Canvas from KCN Needlepoint The Curious Cowgirl Pink Bow Vintage Bell Canvas Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

May 19

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss how they were introduced to needlepoint, and how cross-stitching and smocking feel similar, but different. And how the public confuses all the different types of needlework. The Great Needlepoint Christmas Stocking Debacle, sourcing and utilizing vintage ribbons, and how our needlepoint aesthetic is different. Shop our Needlepoint Canvas Designs, Vintage Textiles and Ribbons, and SO much more! Click here to see what's currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: The Morgan Julia Bar Cart Collection Rita's Needlepoint Shop NYC The Curious Cowgirl Bookmark Canvas Collection What We are Currently Stitching: Love MBH Studio: Daffodil Canvas The Curious Cowgirl: Pink Bow Bell Canvas Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!

May 12

In this first episode of Life Well Stitched, we are introduced to our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA). They discuss how they were introduced to needlepoint, and how their business, The Curious Cowgirl, pivoted from a Travel Blog, to a Social Media Coaching Business, to Antiques and Vintage, and finally to Needlepoint Canvas Designing. EA also shares her journey from Dance Production Major at Oklahoma City University, to Production Director of the New York City Children's Theater. Shop our Needlepoint Canvas Designs, Vintage Textiles and Ribbons, and SO much more! Click here to see what's currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: Tanya Foster Oklahoma City University New York City Children's Theater Walton & Walton What We are Currently Stitching: The Book Canvas: Violet's Dragon Relic Stitch Rock Designs: Granny Square Bag Strap Our Favorite Conversation Starter: Table Topics *We are an Amazon Affiliate, and will make a small commission from any purchases. Thank you!