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"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal

Virginia Leigh Studio

Have you ever dreamed of turning your love of fabric and textiles into a thriving creative business or career? Welcome to The Textile Creative with Virginia Wygal. With 30 years of experience as a designer, Director of Product Development in the garment industry, and educator in design and business management, Virginia is here to guide you through every step of your creative journey. From designing couture wedding gowns to crafting historical costumes for theaters, her expertise spans the

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All Episodes

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49: After the Show - What the Dust Teaches

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/11/13

After the Show – What the Dust Teaches Navigating the Post-Show Crash: Recovery, Reflection, and Rest in Creative Practices In this episode of the Textile Creative Podcast, Virginia Wygal explores the often overlooked aspect of the creative cycle—the crash that follows a major event or project. Virginia discusses the physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion that sets in after the adrenaline fades, sharing her own strategies for recovery. She emphasizes the importance of planning for

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48: Behind the Booth - The Art of Showing Up

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/11/06

Behind the Booth – The Art of Showing Up The Art of Showing Up: Energy, Presence, and Creative Practice In this episode of The Textile Creative Podcast, host Virginia Wygal shares her thoughts on the importance of showing up, not just physically but mentally and emotionally. As she prepares for a local art show, Virginia explores the mental preparation required for any creative endeavor, from setting up a booth to posting online. She emphasizes that showing up is a skill that can be

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47: Rediscovering Creativity-It Never Left You

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/10/30

Rediscovering Creativity: It Never Left YouIn this episode of the Textile Creative Podcast, Virginia Wygal explores the idea that everyone is inherently creative, even if they don't identify as artists. She discusses how societal expectations push us to sideline our creativity in favor of practicality and routine. Through personal anecdotes and scientific backing, Virginia emphasizes the importance of intentional daydreaming, reframing routines, and rekindling old joys to awaken our

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46: The Fabric Remembers: A Lesson in Creative Awareness

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/10/23

The Fabric Remembers: A Lesson in Creative Awareness Embracing Creative Awareness Through Fabric In this episode of the Textile Creative Podcast, Virginia Wygal discusses the concept of creative awareness, exploring how the materials we work with serve as a living archive of our creative journey. She considers how remnants and scraps of fabric are not just leftovers, but evidence of our growth and evolution as makers. Virginia shares her own experiences and the lessons learned from

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45: My Fabric Travels

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/10/16

My Fabric Travels The Universal Language of Fabric: Connecting Through Creativity In this episode of the Textile Creative Podcast, host Virginia Wygal explores how fabric serves as a universal language connecting people across cultures and generations. Virginia shares personal stories from her travels in India, Italy, and China, where she experienced the beauty and craftsmanship of local fabric artisans. She emphasizes that creativity is about seeing deeply rather than traveling far, and

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44: Joy, Obsession and the Art of Play

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/10/09

Joy, Obsession and the Art of Play Rediscovering the Joy of Creation: Embracing Playful Obsession in Textiles In this episode of the Textile Creative Podcast, host Virginia Wygal explores the importance of creating purely for joy rather than productivity or profit. She discusses the value of slowing down, embracing obsession as reverence, and rediscovering the pleasure of working with natural fabrics like silk, linen, and wool. Virginia shares personal anecdotes from her journey through

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43: The Fabric Room

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/10/02

The Fabric Room Creating Your Perfect Creative Space In this episode of the Textile Creative Podcast, host Virginia Wygal dives into the significance of personal creative spaces and how they evolve over time. Virginia shares her own journey from sewing in a narrow strip between her bed and the wall to finally having a dedicated fabric room. She emphasizes that creative spaces, whether expansive or small, don't have to be Pinterest-perfect; rather, they should be functional, inviting, and

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42: How the Past Shaped the Future

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/09/25

How the Past Shaped the Future From Sample Cutter to Creative Leading: A Journey in Textile Design In this episode of The Textile Creative Podcast, host Virginia Wygal takes listeners through her inspiring journey in the professional fabric and design world. Starting from the very bottom as a sample cutter, Virginia discusses her climb to becoming the Director of Product Development, detailing the challenges and invaluable lessons learned along the way. She highlights the importance of

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41: The Sewing Life I Created

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/09/18

The Sewing Life I Created From Early Sewing Projects to a Creative Career In this episode of The Textile Creative Podcast, Virginia Wygal reflects on her first fabric project and her journey from discovering her love for sewing to building a fulfilling career in fabric design and creativity. Virginia shares personal anecdotes from her childhood, including navigating home economics class and creating her own clothes, to the early signs of her passion for design. She emphasizes the

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40: The Fabric That Found Me

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/09/11

The Fabric That Found Me The Spark That Ignited My Lifelong Passion for Fabric In this episode of the Textile Creative Podcast, Virginia Wygal shares a deeply personal story about how her love for fabric began with a small bag of pink satin, pink chiffon, and burgundy velvet ribbon found in her mother's closet at the age of 10. Virginia talks about how this simple experience sparked a lifelong obsession that shaped her creativity and journey towards building a successful business. She

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39: Healing - When Creativity Meets Recovery

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/09/03

Healing: When Creativity Meets Recovery Healing through Creativity: Slowing Down and Staying Grounded In this episode of the Textile Creative Podcast, host Virginia Wygal shares her personal journey through a challenging summer marked by a health crisis. Despite initially feeling fine, Virginia quickly realized her health needed to take priority, leading to a significant shift in her summer plans. She discusses the importance of listening to your body's signals and allowing yourself to slow

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38: The Myth of "Ready" in Creativity

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/08/26

The Myth of "Ready" in CreativityIn this episode, Virginia Wygal explores the myth of “feeling ready” before starting a creative project. She discusses why waiting for the perfect moment can hold you back, the neuroscience behind our need for certainty, and how embracing imperfection and responsiveness can lead to greater creativity and innovation. Key Topics: • Introduction & The Myth of Readiness – 0:00 Why we hesitate to start, perfectionism, and cultural pressures. • Societal

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37: Staying the Course

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/08/20

Staying the Course Holding Steadyin Your Creative Business During Slow Times In this episode of The Textile Creative Podcast, hosted by Virginia Wygal, we take a final look at the challenging moments of running a creative business during slow and uncertain times. Virginia shares personal insights and practical advice on ‘staying the course’ by focusing on clarity, alignment, and intentional action. She emphasizes the importance of connecting deeply with your 'why' and vision to navigate

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36: Quietly Building Behind the Scenes During Slow Times

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/08/12

Quietly Building Behind the Scenes Harnessing Slow Times for Future Success in Creative Business In this episode of the Textile Creative Podcast, Virginia Wygal guides fabric creatives through navigating slow market periods by focusing on behind-the-scenes work essential for long-term success. She highlights the importance of building a strong foundation, maintaining flexibility, and experimenting with new ideas. Virginia draws parallels between business growth and baking bread,

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35: Connecting With Your Audience in Tough Times

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/08/05

Connecting With Your Audience Staying Connected with Your Audience in Tough Times In this episode of the Textile Creative Podcast, Virginia Wygal explores how to stay connected with your audience during uncertain market conditions. Emphasizing the importance of consistent engagement, Virginia advises not to retreat but to be visibly present and supportive to your audience. She shares strategies to offer value and build trust without pushing for sales, using platforms like social media,

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34: Understanding the Current Market

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/07/29

Understanding the Current Market Navigating Market Uncertainty: Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs In this episode of The Textile Creative Podcast, host Virginia Wygal addresses the current market challenges facing creative entrepreneurs. She outlines a four-part series to help navigate these uncertain times, beginning with understanding the current market. Virginia emphasizes the importance of acknowledging the natural cycles of the economy, recognizing media-driven fear versus

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33: Where's the Office? Creating the Perfect Workspace

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/07/22

Where’s the Office? Crafting Your Ideal Workspace: Flexibility and Creativity in Focus In this episode of the Textile Creative Podcast, host Virginia Wygal discusses the importance of creating an ideal workspace that aligns with individual creativity and business goals. Virginia shares insights from her own studio setup, emphasizing the freedom and flexibility that come with running her own business. She breaks down how to effectively design a workspace that fosters productivity and

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32: Borrow My Diploma

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/07/15

Borrow My Diploma Borrowing the Diploma: Fast-Track Your Creative Business Growth In this episode of The Textile Creative Podcast, Virginia Wygal shares her passion for continuous learning and reveals the concept of 'borrowing the diploma.' She explains how learning from the experiences, successes, and failures of others can significantly speed up your business growth. Virginia highlights the importance of observing and adapting the strategies of those ahead, alongside, and behind you on

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31: Success is a Decision

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/07/08

Success is a Decision Success is a Series of Decisions: Exploring Creative Journeys with Virginia Wygal In this episode of The Textile Creative Podcast, Virginia Wygal explores the transformative concept that success is a series of decisions you make every day. With a focus on creativity, fabric design, and business, Virginia shares her journey from a downsizing to building a thriving fabric-based business. She emphasizes how success is not just about reaching big milestones but about the

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30: Rest Is Not A Luxury

"The Textile Creative" with Virginia Wygal ·

2025/07/01

Rest Is Not a Luxury Rest: The Essential Ingredient for Creativity and Business Success In this episode of the Textile Creative Podcast, Virginia Wygal discusses the crucial role of rest in maintaining creativity and achieving business success. Virginia shares her personal experiences with the challenges of the past few weeks, highlighting the importance of intentional rest. Drawing inspiration from Michael Hyatt's approach to planning time off, Virginia explores five key questions that

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