About this episode
Nicole Nehrig discusses her journey as a psychologist and her passion for knitting and textile arts.
Nicole Nehrig is a clinical and research psychologist based in Brooklyn, New York, with a deep passion for knitting and textile arts. She holds a PhD in clinical psychology and is the author of the book With Her Own Hands: Women Weaving Their Stories. Her book explored how women through history overcame their life changes with their textile works. You can follow her on Instagram at @nicolenehrig also on her website With Her Own Hands - Nicole Nehrig and you can find her on Revelry under Nerdy knitting. In 12 months Nicole knitted 12 adult sized sweaters. She's met a few knitting friends through her love of knitting. One of her knitting friends that she mentions, has shown Nicole how to sew. Her book explored how women through history overcame their life changes with their textile works. Many thanks to WW Norton & Company for allowing me to bring Nicole to you. Book design by Anna Knighton. Photo by Kade Alpers Photography. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. There are 3 new tiers to choose from to support SewOver50's only podcast. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound…
People in this episode
Guest: Nicole Nehrig
Topics covered
- knitting
- textile arts
- psychology
- women's history
Keywords
- PhD
- book
- women weaving
- Revelry
Mentioned in this episode
Products: With Her Own Hands: Women Weaving Their Stories
Books & works: PhD, With Her Own Hands: Women Weaving Their Stories, With Her Own Hands - Nicole Nehrig
Places: Brooklyn, New York
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