Sew What?

Historic Embroidery in Mexico: An Interview with Mayela Flores

November 11, 2021 Isabella Rosner Season 3 Episode 4
Sew What?
Historic Embroidery in Mexico: An Interview with Mayela Flores
Show Notes

In this episode, Isabella interviews PhD student Mayela Flores, who researches sampler making and embroidery practices in 18th- and 19th-century Mexico. The two discuss the origins of Aztec stitch, the use of cacti in needleworking, and the involvement of Mexican stitchers in  world's fairs. 

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