In this post, you will see a banjo pin repair job and find tidbits of studio news, including a new podcast interview with NeedleXChange, and the scheduling of an additional Artist Talk at my exhibition in Albany, NY.

BANJO Repair
About 45 years ago, I made this banjo pin for Rob, which he keeps on a corduroy vest that I also made. The other day, I noticed that the banjo needed repair. The brackets around the drum had fallen off, so I replaced them with new tube beads that I still had in my stash. It was a simple and quick job that felt satisfying way longer than the time it took to do it!

PODCAST interview with NeedleXChange

NeedleXChange PODCAST Links:
Salley Mavor – Telling Wee Folk Tales PART 1 and PART 2.

I recently had the pleasure of being interviewed by Jamie “Mr X Stitch” Chalmers for his popular podcast NeedleXChange. The series features interviews with needlework and textile artists, who’s work ranges from edgy to sublime. I really enjoyed chatting with Jamie, who’s lively banter kept things moving along in an entertaining way. He has a talent for disarming his guests and guiding the conversation in sometimes surprising philosophical directions. The more I take part in and listen to other interviews like this, I realize that it’s more interesting to hear what artists think than how they do what they do. You can listen to our 2 part interview through the links below. While you’re there, please check out the other interviews. You’re sure to discover someone you had no idea existed before, just like I did!

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2nd Artist Talk scheduled at the Albany Institute of History & Art.

GOOD NEWS! Due to high demand, the Albany Institute of History & Art in Albany, NY has scheduled an additional Artist Talk at 11:00 AM on Sunday, Dec. 8th (the 2 PM talk is sold out!). I look forward to meeting you and sharing the story of my life’s work! My exhibition, Enchanting Threads: The Art of Salley Mavor, is on view at the museum through March 2, 2025. To register for the 11:00 AM talk, please go to this link.

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