Quilting Central Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Ever wondered how all that beautiful fabric ends up on the shelves of your favorite quilt shop? In this episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, Cathy, Angie, and Julie take you behind the scenes of buying and stocking fabric from the perspective of shop owners. From attending fabric shows and meeting with reps to predicting trends and choosing what their customers will love, it’s a world full of color, strategy, and a little bit of risk!

Whether you're curious about what goes into curating a fabric collection or just want a peek behind the scenes of the quilting industry, this episode will give you a whole new appreciation for what it takes to stock the stash!

In this episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, Cathy, Angie, and Julie dive deep into the creative heart of quilting — the process that takes an idea and turns it into a beautiful, finished quilt.

From the first spark of inspiration to choosing fabrics, picking a pattern (or designing your own!), and laying out the perfect color story, the hosts share their personal approaches to bringing a quilt to life. You’ll hear how each of them tackles creative blocks, where they find inspiration, and how they balance intuition with technique.

Whether you’re planning your next project or just love hearing how other makers think, this episode is full of insights, laughs, and a few stories from the sewing room. Creativity starts here — let’s quilt!

In our very first episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, meet your hosts — Cathy, Angie, and Julie! As passionate quilt store owners, lifelong makers, and friends brought together by fabric and creativity, we're thrilled to launch this new adventure.

In this episode, we tell the stories of how we all met. Life has a funny way of connecting people in roundabout ways. We also discuss our plans for future episodes and why we started this podcast in the first place.

Whether you're a seasoned quilter, a curious beginner, or just love hearing from women building creative businesses, you're in the right place. Grab your favorite project and settle in — we’re just getting started!

Welcome to the Quilting Central Podcast. Join Julie, Angie, and Cathy as they talk about all things quilting. As this podcast goes on, we hope to grow this into a community of creativity and fun. Hope you enjoy

In Episode 4 of Quilting Central Podcast, hosts Julie, Cathy, and Angie dive into the cozy world of quilting—from the latest projects they’re stitching to fun stories from their quilting community. They share creative tips, laugh over a few mishaps, and discuss how quilting connects people across generations. Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just fabric-curious, this episode wraps you in warmth and inspiration.

And get ready for a virtual quilting retreat happening this August. We are so excited to bring this opportunity for connection, creativity, and fun to you! If you have any other ideas or would like to see something from us, please let us know in the comments section below.

In this episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, hosts Angie, Julie, and Cathy dive into what it really takes to finish a quilt. From choosing the perfect backing and understanding why you need more than you think, to picking batting, thread, and quilting designs, this is your go-to guide for turning a quilt top into a finished masterpiece. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned quilter, you'll pick up helpful tips, laughs, and real talk about what goes into wrapping up a quilt project

In this episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, hosts Julie, Angie, and Cathy dive into one of the most important — and often overlooked — steps in quilting: pressing! They break down the differences between ironing and pressing, share their favorite tools (including in-depth reviews of LauraStar systems and alternatives like Oliso and Rowenta), and talk about practical tips for achieving perfectly flat seams and smooth finishes.

You'll also learn about using steam wands, pressing sprays, and clever gadgets to improve your piecing accuracy and longarm quilting results. Whether you're a beginner wondering which iron to buy or a seasoned quilter looking to level up your pressing game, this fun, informative, and laughter-filled episode is packed with valuable insights.

Plus, stick around for a bonus demo from Emily at LauraStar!

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In this episode, Cathy, Julie, and Angie talk about the joys and struggles that came with their very first sewing machines. There are many fun stories to be shared, so please share your own in the comments. They also cover what to look for when you are ready to either buy your first machine or upgrade to a new one. It was a lot of fun recording this episode, so hopefully you enjoy it!