Stitch Please

Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes: Ergonomics for Sewing Success


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This week on "Stitch Please", Lisa dives into the world of sewing ergonomics, proving that comfort is queen! From posture to pedal setup, she shares practical tips to keep your sewing game strong and pain-free. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned stitcher, Lisa's got the hacks to make sewing a joy, not a pain in the neck (or back)!

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Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation.

Instagram: Lisa Woolfork

Twitter: Lisa Woolfork

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