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Kaitlyn Howell of Knot & Thread
10 Nov 2025
00:57:31
In this engaging conversation, Kaitlyn Howell of Knot and Thread Designs shares her journey from a long arm quilter to a successful pattern designer and business owner. She discusses her early influences, the evolution of her business, and the importance of community support in the quilting world. Caitlin also delves into her creative process, the trends she observes in quilting and bag making, and how she balances her family life with her entrepreneurial endeavors. The conversation concludes with Caitlin offering a discount code for her patterns, encouraging listeners to explore her designs. Thank you Kaitlyn for sharing your quilting life with us today!
Sizing Considerations in Quilts and Start, Bench, Cut Halloween Edition
27 Oct 2025
00:55:53
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss all the different aspects of sizing that is considered when designing and piecing a quilt. They discuss block sizing, overall quilt size, and what size prints to use throughout a quilt. The crew then shifts their focus to the upcoming Halloween weekend and play a fun Halloween version of Star, Bench, Cut. We hope everyone has a safe and fun Halloween weekend!
The Right Amount of Projects, Sample Sewing, and Displaying a Quilt on Your Bed
30 Jun 2025
00:37:32
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer some new listener questions. They discuss how many projects they are comfortable working on at a time, how Sherri got involved in sample sewing, how to display a quilt on a bed, how to arrange fabrics in a scrap quilt, and more!
Finding a Quilt Retreat, Using Precut Fabric, and What is Saving Our Lives Right Now
25 Apr 2022
00:48:53
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss ways to find, or host, a quality quilt retreat, the benefits of using precut fabric when piecing a quilt, and how they distinguish what constitutes Spring and Summer fabric. They, along with Billy, then discuss some things that are currently saving their lives at this time.
For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-54-show-notes/
United (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/37yHVG1
Joyful (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3JYEBRU
10 Things Saving My Life Right Now blog post from the Modern Mrs. Darcy: https://modernmrsdarcy.com/saving-my-life-2022/
Get to Work Book 3 Things Notepad: https://www.gettoworkbook.com/products
One List a Day 3-Year Journal: https://amzn.to/3ExsZEb
Five Minute Gratitude Journal: https://amzn.to/3uWy0Tz
I Didn't Do the Thing Today: https://amzn.to/3kbvp2d
Our Quilting Lives: Remembering the Past and Planning for the Future
11 Apr 2022
00:48:27
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi look back at the early days of their quilting lives, prior to starting their quilting businesses. They then try to envision what their future quilting lives will hold in-store when they decide to step away from the business side of quilting.
For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-53-show-notes/
Emma's Garden (Quilt on the Wall): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=emma%27s+garden
Summer Sky (Quilt on the Table): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=summer+sky
Sherri & Chelsi's Home for the Holidays Christmas book pre-order on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3DOkCUB
Sherri & Chelsi's Home for the Holidays Christmas book pre-order autographed copy: https://a-quilting-life.myshopify.com/products/pre-order-home-for-the-holidays-by-sherri-mcconnell-chelsi-stratton
Chelsi's To the Moon and Back pattern: https://tidd.ly/3KwOJCo
Sherri's Emma Collection Paper Pattern Bundle (Pre-Order): https://www.etsy.com/listing/1196190481/emma-collection-paper-patterns-bundle?click_key=7d7ea1d91984b0caaae6aea136ec208f484e61d1%3A1196190481&click_sum=aeb7f105&ref=shop_home_active_1&frs=1
Chelsi's Emma Collection Paper Pattern Bundle (Pre-Order): https://tidd.ly/3tSFdm2
NOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.
Visit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmSR-jDR956ATQe30JHX87w
Enjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show!
Our Favorite Quilting Things and Swoon Quilt Stories
28 Mar 2022
00:42:21
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share many of their favorite quilting notions in a special "Favorite Things" episode. They also do a deep dive into the Swoon Quilt pattern by Camille Roskelley of Thimble Blossoms, after receiving multiple questions about the quilt when it was mentioned in episode 50. Sherri shares her story of piecing together the first Swoon quilt, and Chelsi shares her story of hiking her Swoon quilt to the top of a mountain!
For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-52-show-notes/
Memories (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/36lxoO7
Sweet Pea (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/36lxoO7
Joyful (Quilt on the Ladder): https://tidd.ly/36lxoO7
Sherri's Emma Collection Paper Pattern Bundle (Pre-Order): https://www.etsy.com/listing/1196190481/emma-collection-paper-patterns-bundle?click_key=7d7ea1d91984b0caaae6aea136ec208f484e61d1%3A1196190481&click_sum=aeb7f105&ref=shop_home_active_1&frs=1
Chelsi's Emma Collection Paper Pattern Bundle (Pre-Order): https://tidd.ly/3tSFdm2
Linked with Love Pillow: https://www.primitivegatherings.us/linked-with-love-pillow?search=love&description=true&category_id=1025
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share their brand new fabric line, Emma. Sherr shares who Emma is and why designing this line was so sentimental to both of them. They then give a preview of each of the new quilts they will be debuting with this line. Paper patterns are available now for pre-order in Sherri and Chelsi's Etsy shops. PDF patterns will also be coming to their shops soon.
For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-51-show-notes/
Emma collection fabric introduction post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/introducing-the-emma-fabric-collection-by-sherri-chelsi/
Emma collection fabric introduction post part 2: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/emma-fabric-collection-color-stories/
Country Home (Quilt on the Wall): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=country+home
Pot Luck (Quilt on the Table): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=pot+luck+(new)
Sherri's Emma Collection Paper Pattern Bundle (Pre-Order): https://www.etsy.com/listing/1196190481/emma-collection-paper-patterns-bundle?click_key=7d7ea1d91984b0caaae6aea136ec208f484e61d1%3A1196190481&click_sum=aeb7f105&ref=shop_home_active_1&frs=1
Chelsi's Emma Collection Paper Pattern Bundle (Pre-Order): https://tidd.ly/3tSFdm2
Pillow form for the bench pillow: https://amzn.to/3I8cKhc
NOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.
Visit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmSR-jDR956ATQe30JHX87w
Enjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show!
Quilts for Gifts and Charity, Substituting Quilt Blocks, and Seam Pressing Advice
28 Feb 2022
00:40:28
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share their thoughts on pressing seams in quilts, substituting quilt blocks in quilts, and give ideas on gifting and donating quilts. They also share an update from a viewer with ideas on cleaning vintage quilts. Finally, they announce when they will be able to share their upcoming new fabric collection and patterns.
For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2022/02/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-50-show-notes.html/
Monarch (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3vgYOic
Be Mine (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3FtAwnw
Quilts & More Spring 2022 Issue: https://www.apqshop.com/Quilts-More-Spring-2022-p/qm-spr22.htm
Airing the Quilts Puzzle (pre-order): https://amzn.to/33T2CuI
NOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.
Visit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmSR-jDR956ATQe30JHX87w
Enjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show!
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi are joined by their friends, and talented long-arm quilters, Marion Bott and Val Krueger. They each share how they initially were introduced to quilting and how they eventually got into long-arm quilting. They then spend time answering frequently asked questions that people have for long-arm quilters. They explain the difference between custom and edge-to-edge quilting, and when it might be best to use custom instead of edge-to-edge. They also discuss how they each choose the designs they do when given a quilt. Other topics discussed include thread colors, advice on how to help prep your quilt before handing it off to a long-arm quilter, and advice for someone thinking about getting into long-arm quilting. Thank you Marion and Val for sharing your quilting life with us today!
For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2022/02/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-49-show-notes.html/
Regimental Star by Red Crinoline Quilts (Quilt on the Wall): http://www.redcrinolinequilts.com/shop/c/p/Regimental-Star-sku-RCQ062.htm
Val's quilt on the table is called "Get Comfy" and was published in American Patchwork & Quilting in February 2015 and was pieced with Homestead Gatherings fabric.
Meet Me in the Garden Stitch Along with Lisa Bongean (Val's quilt on the ladder): https://lisabongean.com/2022/01/25/home-sweet-home/
Sherri's Amazon Storefront (with more favorite quilting products and books): https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-1ba72ce0
NOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.
Visit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmSR-jDR956ATQe30JHX87w
Enjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show!
Favorite Part of the Quilting Process, Backing for Binding, and Labeling Antique Quilts
31 Jan 2022
00:45:48
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share their thoughts on using backing fabric for binding, issues with quilt fabrics fading and bleeding, and ideas for labeling antique quilts. They also discuss their favorite parts of the quilting process.
For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2022/01/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-48-show-notes.html/
Community (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3rR0FFC
Afterglow (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3vwrfG3
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi welcome Lisa Bongean from Primitive Gatherings on the podcast. Lisa shares how she first got into quilting and how that led her to eventually open up her own quilt shop. Lisa also talks about her brand new retreat center, The Gathering, in Larsen, Wisconsin. Finally, Lisa gives a preview of some of her upcoming fabric lines and a quilt along she plans on starting this upcoming spring/summer. Thank you Lisa for sharing your quilting life with us today!
For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2022/01/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-47-show-notes.html/
Four Square 2 (Quilt on the Wall): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=four+Square+2
Side Door - From Home & Hearth Quilt Book (Quilt on the Table): https://www.etsy.com/listing/1045652181/home-hearth-quilts-and-more-to-cozy-up?click_key=741b0bc01018cea506b085e64459d8fe274dd2da%3A1045652181&click_sum=ee4033db&ref=shop_home_feat_1&bes=1
Lisa's Fabrics: http://shrsl.com/3cme5
NOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.
Finishing Works in Progress in 2022 and Favorite Sewing Room Hacks
10 Jan 2022
00:43:05
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss how to best go about completing unfinished quilting projects in 2022. They share some of the specific projects they plan on completing this year and also give advice on how to best organize yourself in order to complete UFOs. They also discuss their favorite sewing room hacks and tips that help them be more efficient and productive in the sewing room.
For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2022/01/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-46-show-notes.html/
Good Hearted (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/31diVxy
Good Hearted Quilt Kit: http://shrsl.com/378i1
Good Hearted Quilt Backing: http://shrsl.com/378i6
Hearts at Home II (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/31Au3rR
Little Town: https://tidd.ly/3HK4GTT
Warm Crochet Scissors: https://amzn.to/3f9VxYo
All People Quilt UFO Challenge Printable: https://www.allpeoplequilt.com/how-to-quilt/finishing/2022-ufo-challenge
Best Tips for Works in Progress Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2020/04/best-tips-for-works-in-progress.html/
The A Quilting Life Planner & Workbook: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1049181873/a-quilting-life-planner-and-workbook?click_key=c7b4005c205f117a1a2b580b86433022191c485e%3A1049181873&click_sum=a0d6518e&ref=shop_home_feat_2&frs=1&bes=1
In this episode, Sherri, Chelsi, and Billy recap their accomplishments from 2021 and discuss the new goals they have set for 2022. These goals include quilting goals, business goals, and personal goals. Thank you to everyone who has listened to and watched the podcast this year! We appreciate your support and look forward to another year of creating fun and informative A Quilting Life Podcast episodes!
For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2021/12/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-45-show-notes.html/
Summer Fun BOM (Quilt on the Wall): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=summer+fun
Sand Castles (Quilt on the Table): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=sand+castles
February Issue of American Patchwork & Quilting (Love Letters Quilt Pattern included): http://shrsl.com/3begt
That Patchwork Place 2022 Calendar: https://amzn.to/3IT3jUt
Modern American Vintage Quilting Tools and Clappers: https://modernamericanvintage.com/
Hard Rock Wood Works on Etsy: https://tidd.ly/3DGRU7i
NOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.
Visit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmSR-jDR956ATQe30JHX87w
Enjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show!
Modavation Recap, Trimming Quilt Blocks Down, and Placing Low Volume Fabrics in Quilts
23 Jun 2025
00:38:21
In this episode, Sherri recaps here recent trip to Dallas Texas for the 2nd annual Modavation retreat. She shares some of the great insights and news she learned while there. Sherri and Chelsi then answer a couple follow-up questions from episode 135. They discuss how to tell if you have enough fabric to trim a block down. They also go a little more in depth with their fabric selection process. Specifically, on how they decide where to place their low volume fabrics in their quilts.
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi welcome their good friend and fellow Moda fabric designer Corey Yoder of Coriander Quilts. Corey shares how she first got into quilting and how she gradually moved into designing patterns, writing books, and designing fabric. She also gives some insight into her process for designing fabric and speaks about her most recent collection, "Cozy Up" and her upcoming collection, "Beautiful Day." Corey's Beautiful Day fabric was chosen for next year's Fat Quarter Shop charity sew-along. Corey also designed the pattern for this quilt which is called Heartfelt. Thank you Corey for sharing your quilting life with us today!
For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2021/12/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-44-show-notes.html/
Listener Questions, Favorite Quilt Patterns, and Funny Stories
29 Nov 2021
00:48:08
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer listener questions, share their favorite quilt patterns they have personally designed, and rank their top 3 fabric collections. They also share some funny personal stories about one another and mention a few famous people they have met or run into.
In today's episode Sherri welcomes Jenny Doan, founder of the Missouri Star Quilt Company to the podcast! Jenny's new memoir, How to Stitch an American Dream is available now. Jenny's positivity will inspire you, and she also offers helpful ideas for quilters. Her complete bio can be found below. Thank you Jenny for sharing your quilting life with us today!
Show Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2021/11/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-42-show-notes.html/
Jenny's Book: How to Stitch an American Dream: https://amzn.to/3jYkWr3
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Jenny Doan is the smiling face of Missouri Star Quilt Company. Stitching together simplified quilts full of love and laughter, she makes quilting easier, more accessible, and friendlier than ever before. Watching her tutorials feels like coming home again. With over 750,000 YouTube subscribers and more than 230 million views to date, Jenny has sparked enthusiasm for quilting and warmed her viewer’s hearts across the globe.
When she moved with her growing family to Missouri over 20 years ago, she never imagined that someday they’d have a successful quilting business. Like many small towns across America, employment was scarce, so in November 2008, on a modest budget, the Doan family bought a building in Hamilton and started Missouri Star Quilt Company. At first they offered basic quilting supplies and machine quilting services, but business picked up when they started posting videos of Jenny teaching quilting tutorials online. From that time on her life changed forever.
Almost 13 years later, Jenny now teaches quilting tutorials on YouTube once a week and continues to share her story everywhere she goes. It’s a labor of love and a dream come true for her. Hamilton, Missouri, has become a quilter’s paradise, attracting visitors from around the world. With the help of Jenny’s husband, Ron, her seven children, and 25 grandchildren, this family business has grown to include an entire community.
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In this episode Sherri and Chelsi welcome Kimberly Jolly, founder of Fat Quarter Shop. Kimberly shares what she did prior to starting Fat Quarter Shop and what drew her to quilting and eventually to opening an online quilt shop. Kimberly then shares some of her favorite quilts she has completed over the years and some of her favorite notions that she has stared using recently. She provides a preview of what is up and coming from Fat Quarter Shop in the near future, including the Heartfelt charity quilt pattern sew along. This is a free pattern, but donations are accepted with all proceeds going to The Make a Wish Foundation. Thank you Kimberly for sharing your quilting life with us today!
Fabric of a Nation: American Quilt Stories Exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston
25 Oct 2021
00:49:38
In this episode Sherri has the pleasure to speak with Jeniffer Swope, curator of the "Fabric of a Nation: American Quilt Stories" exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Jennifer shares information about the exhibition (which is currently up and running now) as well as a publication that can be purchased from the MFA's website. She then shares 8 different quilts that are being featured in the exhibition and speaks on the cultural and historical significance of each quilt. More information on this exhibition can be found below.
Show Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2021/10/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-40-show-notes.html/
Under the Tree (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3m4ZCBu
Plaza (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3prRvky
Fabric of a Nation Exhibition Website (Where tickets can be purchased): https://www.mfa.org/exhibition/fabric-of-a-nation
Fabric of a Nation Publication: https://www.mfa.org/publication/fabric-of-a-nation
Fabric of a Nation: American Quilt Stories Information
Quilts and coverlets, used in North America since the 17th century, have a unique capacity to tell stories. Their tactile making by hand and their traditional use in the home impart deeply personal narratives of their creators, and the many histories they express reveal a complex record of America. Upending expectations about quilt displays—traditionally organized by region, form or motif—Fabric of a Nation: American Quilt Stories is a loosely chronological presentation that is divided into seven thematic sections and incorporates the perspectives of artists, educators, academics and activists.
More than 50 works on view include remarkable examples by an under-recognized diversity of artistic hands and minds from the 17th century to today, including female and male, known and unidentified, urban and rural makers; immigrants; and Black, Latinx, Indigenous, Asian and LGBTQ+ Americans. Standouts include Pictorial Quilt (1895–98), an icon of the MFA’s collection and one of only two known surviving quilts by Harriet Powers, an exceptional artist and storyteller born into slavery in 1837, and the recently acquired To God and Truth (2019), a vibrantly colorful and elaborately patterned work by contemporary artist Bisa Butler. While celebrating the artistry and intricacy of quilts and coverlets and the lives they document, the exhibition also invites visitors to consider the complicated legacies ingrained in the fabric of American life.
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Quilter extraordinaire Pat Sloan joins Sherri and Chelsi on today's episode to share her quilting journey. Pat discusses how she was first introduced to quilting through a friend, the early days of internet radio and podcasting, and she also shares her experience of breaking both of her wrists during the pandemic while continuing to produce quilting content on her YouTube channel. Pat also talks about her great Facebook community and shares her story of taking inventory of her quilts. Thank you Pat for sharing your Quilting Life with us today!
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share tips for accurate fabric cutting and also discuss beginner friendly and intermediate quilt block styles. They also share a beautiful quilt a listener of the podcast made that was inspired by Sherri's Labor of Love quilt book and pieced with Sherri and Chelsi's Balboa fabric collection. To see pictures of this quilt, click on the link below to visit the show notes blog post.
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Promenade (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3iY5gT1
Horizon (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3EQfa3I
Moda Designer Stacy Iest Hsu joins Sherri and Chelsi to share her design and quilting journey. You'll love hearing Stacy's ideas and insights on fabric design and quilting. Thank you Stacy for sharing your Quilting Life with us today!
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Stacy's Bio: Bay area based designer, Stacy Iest Hsu has been designing for almost 20 years. She grew up on her parents farm in the central valley where she often sketched and dreamed of being a designer. After college, Stacy decided to move to San Francisco to try and make her mark as a designer. Not sure what area of design she wanted to persue, Stacy enrolled in a local school that focused on textile and surface design. After her first class, she knew this was what she was meant to do. After graduating, she worked for various companies such as Janie and Jack, Gap Baby and Tiny Prints. Stacy has designed rugs, stationary and fabric for apparel but considers herself finally home designing fabric for Moda, which has been a life long dream.
Stacy’s designs tend to be whimsical and sweet. She loves designing novelty prints and has developed a passion for designing projects for all ages in her cut and sew panels.
Stacy is married and has three children that keep her very busy. She loves spending time with them and is constantly inspired by their amazing talents.
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Fabric Grain, Donating Fabrics, and Our Education Background
30 Aug 2021
00:35:36
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi take listener questions and discuss taking into consideration the grain of fabric prior to cutting, share a great idea from a listener of where to donate fabric, and share their educational backgrounds prior to starting quilting businesses. Other topics discussed include hand sewing wool projects, thread for piecing, and choosing colors and fabrics for a quilt.
In this episode, Sherri is joined by Kristin Esser of Simple. Handmade. Everyday. Kristin is a quilter, knitter, podcaster, and cozy home creator. She joins the podcast today to discuss her journey into the world of quilting and shares her experience of sewing clothes before moving onto small projects and eventually quilts. Kristin is a very talented hand-piecer and has some excellent videos on her youtube channel where she demonstrates how to hand piece different blocks. Kristin also hosts her own podcast, the Simple. Handmade. Everyday. Podcast. You can subscribe to her podcast on your favorite podcast player or listen to episodes on her blog or YouTube channel. All the links to Kristin's platforms are listed below. Thank you Kristin for sharing your Quilting Life with us today!
St. George Retreat Wrap-Up, New Quilt Retreat Tips, and Simple Quilted Gift Ideas
09 Jun 2025
00:40:07
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi recap their recent quilt retreat they hosted alongside Camille Roskelley in St. George, Utah. They share all the fun activities that were included with this retreat and give some new tips for a quilter looking to attend a retreat in the future. They then share some of the terrific gifts they received from retreat attendees. Many of these items would make great gifts for quilter friends.
Brick-and-Mortar Quilt Stores and our Dream Quilt Shop
09 Aug 2021
00:44:51
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss the importance of brick-and-mortar quilt shops. They then have some fun as they imagine opening up their very own quilt shop in their small town and discuss the things that would make their shop unique and special.
Selecting the Right Fabric for Quilts and Projects
26 Jul 2021
00:47:18
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share their new fabric collection, Seashore Drive, which ships in January 2022. They also discuss fabric selection for quilts and projects.
For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2021/07/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-32-show-notes.html/
Visit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmSR-jDR956ATQe30JHX87w
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How we Began Designing Fabric and Looking Back at our First Fabric Line, "Bright Sun"
12 Jul 2021
00:53:03
In this episode, Sherri & Chelsi discuss their fabric design journey from the early beginnings until the present. They also take a close look at their first-ever fabric line, "Bright Sun" and discuss the styles, colors, trends, and other influences that helped shape that first line. Sherri also displays and discusses her "Bright Sun" quilts.
For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2021/07/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-32-show-notes.html/
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Choosing Thread Colors, Fabric Preparation, and Beginner Quilt Project Ideas
14 Jun 2021
00:52:30
In this episode Sherri and Chelsi discuss coordinating the correct thread colors with their quilts, give tips for preparing fabric prior to sewing, and share some ideas for the best beginner quilt projects. The winners of the one year anniversary giveaway are also announced in this episode! Other topics discussed include: mixing pre-washed fabrics with unwashed fabrics, using old thread, quilt borders, half-square triangles, flying geese, basting for machine quilting, and international travel destination wish lists.
One Year Anniversary Special! Looking Back and Looking Forward, and the Future of Quilting
31 May 2021
00:43:30
This episode marks our 1-year anniversary since we began the podcast on June 1st 2020! We so appreciate all of the wonderful support from our listeners over the past year. In this episode Sherri, Chelsi, and Billy reminisce on the idea of starting a podcast and how it developed into what it is today. The group also share some of their ideas for the future of the podcast, including new guests, topics, and listener call-in questions. To wrap up this special episode the group discusses the future of the quilting industry and answers a question that was recently posed to Billy, “Isn’t quilting a dying industry?” Also, Sherri and Chelsi are giving away a couple prizes for hitting the 1-year mark. Listen to the full episode for details on how to enter the giveaway!
For complete show notes, and pictures and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=22751
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Our Quilting Journeys, Opening Pre-Cuts, and Finding Balance in Scrap Quilts
17 May 2021
00:39:24
In this episode Sherri and Chelsi discuss their personal quilting journeys as was also discussed in the recent American Patchwork & Quilting Podcast. They also discuss the fear/superstition of opening pre-cut fabric bundles, and give tips on finding a good balance in scrap quilts. Other topics discussed include: new fabric arriving, directional fabric, background for scrap quilts, mixing cream, white and beige backgrounds, having “sparkle” in a quilt, battings with light backgrounds, and Moda Bella 97 information.
For complete show notes, and pictures and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=22690
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Quilt as You Go Method, Working with Family, and Choosing Fabrics for Scrap Quilts
03 May 2021
00:50:48
In this episode Sherri and Chelsi discuss the quilt as you go method, the special dynamic of working with family, and choosing the right fabrics for scrap quilts. Other topics discussed include: A recap of the first live stream, diagonal seam tape with large blocks, pillow sham definition, pinked edges on pre-cuts, Chelsi working as a full-time mother, guidelines for combining different sizes of prints in a quilt, fabric requirements when making a quilt larger than the pattern, quarter inch seam allowance, and favorite foods.
Getting Started in Pattern & Fabric Design, Storing Quilts, and Las Vegas Quilt Shops
19 Apr 2021
00:42:57
In this episode Sherri and Chelsi discuss how to get started in the quilt pattern and fabric design industries, share some ideas for storing quilts, and shout-out a few of their favorite quilt shops in the Las Vegas area. Other topics discussed include: binding strip width, project cutting tools, hopes for a future Christmas fabric collection, pillowcases and shams, and their favorite clothing shops.
Favorite Size Quilt Blocks, Having Too Many Quilts, and Tone on Tone Fabric
05 Apr 2021
00:41:41
In this episode Sherri and Chelsi share their favorite size quilt blocks, discuss if it is possible to have too many quilts, and define what constitutes tone on tone fabric. Other topics discussed include: Happy Days fabric shipping update, quilt design software, cutting out quilts, how to find inspiration when you hit a road block, choosing binding fabric, cleaning sewing machines, and favorite snacks while sewing.
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In this episode, Sherri welcomes fellow Moda fabric designer and quilter Vanessa Christenson to the show! Vanessa shares how she first started quilting and blogging and how that led her to eventually connect with Moda. Vanessa also has a background in psychology and is a certified nutritionist and life coach. Vanessa is known for her ombre fabrics and she gives some great insight on how she uses the and how they can help enhance your quilting in a simple way. Vanessa is offering listeners of the A Quilting Life podcast a 25% discount in her shop for her Wellness Workbook and her patterns! Use the code AQL25 to receive this special offer. Thank you Vanessa for sharing your quilting life with us today!
Keeping Up with Challenges, Tips for Block Sashings, and Purchasing Fabric Online
29 Mar 2021
00:46:41
In this episode Sherri and Chelsi review their quilting challenges for this year, give tips on using block sashings, and discuss purchasing fabric from online sellers. Other topics discussed include: purchasing fabrics now as opposed to waiting, chain piecing and its effect on sewing machines, determining colors in fabric collections, what they are most looking forward to when Covid restrictions are lifted, and defining what "all" is when trying to complete everything on a to-do list.
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Defining a Scrap Quilt, Quilting Bargains, and New Sherri and Chelsi Fabrics
15 Mar 2021
00:46:11
In this episode Sherri and Chelsi share their brand new fabric line, Sincerely Yours, and discuss the story and process that went into designing this fun new fabric. They also discuss the definition of a scrap quilt and share how to find quilting deals and bargains throughout the year. Other topics discussed include: skill sets that define beginner, intermediate, and advanced quilters, the cost of long-arm quilting, the naming process for fabric collections, meal planning, high quality quilting cotton versus lower quality quilting fabrics, comparison as the "thief of joy," and the quilting journey.
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Folded Corner Techniques, Keeping Track of Quilt Alongs, and Trimming Threads
01 Mar 2021
00:43:10
In this episode Sherri and Chelsi discuss different folded corner techniques and tools, how to stay on top of multiple quilt alongs, and tips for trimming threads on quilts. Other topics discussed include: recommended quilt reference books, sewing in the evening, washing quilts, and sorting and storing multi-color prints.
For complete show notes, and pictures and links to all of today's featured quilts, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2021/03/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-22-show-notes.html/
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In this episode Sherri and Chelsi welcome their good friend and fellow Moda designer, Vanessa Goertzen of Lella Boutique to the podcast! Vanessa shares her personal journey into the world of quilting and talks about balancing her life as a quilter, fabric designer, and mother. Vanessa also shares her experience with home DIY projects over the past several years after purchasing a "fixer upper" house.
Vanessa has a special discount code for all A Quilting Life Podcast listeners through the remainder of February 2021. Use code: AQUILTINGLIFE for a 20% discount on everything in her shop at http://lellaboutique.com/
Solid Coordinates for Fabric Collections, Curating Scrap Fabric, and Completing UFOs
01 Feb 2021
00:42:59
In this episode Sherri and Chelsi discuss how to coordinate solid fabrics with different collections, curating scrap fabric, and completing UFOs. Other topics discussed include: Sherri's American Patchwork and Quilting quilt along, A quilting Life Block of the Month, 2021 goals review, favorite specialty rulers, business time management, nourishing creativity, the quilt making process, backgrounds for log cabin quilt blocks, foundation paper piecing, organizing quilt books, and a look at where different podcast listeners are listening in from. For complete show notes, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2021/02/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-20-show-notes.html/
Fabric Stashes, Seasonal Sewing, and Balancing Housework with Sewing Time
18 Jan 2021
00:54:58
In this episode Sherri and Chelsi discuss managing a fabric stash, finding a reliable long-arm quilter, the benefits of pre-cut fabric and yardage, seasonal sewing, and balancing housework with sewing time. Other topics discussed include: Moving and setting up a sewing room, cutting and organizing before starting a quilt, quilt block placement, using design boards, pinning, quilting goals, and making projects for home. Billy also answers technical questions at the end of the episode related to listening to podcasts and locating show notes. For complete show notes, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2021/01/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-19-show-notes.html/
Quilting Life Block of the Month January 2021: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2021/01/january-2021-quilt-block-of-the-month.html/
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In this episode Sherri and Chelsi discuss goals and share their quilting, business, and personal goals for 2021. For complete show notes, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2021/01/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-18-show-notes.html/
Stress Free Holidays, Quilting Magazines, and Christmas Wish Lists
07 Dec 2020
00:35:56
In this episode Sherri and Chelsi discuss avoiding stress during the holidays, their favorite quilting magazines, and reveal their Christmas wish lists. Other topics discussed include: quilt batting, using wide backings, donating fabric, favorite planners, scheduling breaks, quilting with a hectic schedule, tips for scrappy quilts, tips for flannel quilts, starting a YouTube channel and more! For complete show notes, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2020/12/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-16-show-notes.html/
Quilt Block Construction from Idea to Finished Block and Writing Quality Quilt Patterns
12 May 2025
00:48:07
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss their process of constructing quilt blocks from start to finish. They share how they take their ideas from paper or computer into their sewing space to start constructing their blocks. They also discuss what makes a great quilt pattern and how important it is to have someone proofread patterns before they are published.
In this episode Sherri and Chelsi discuss Christmas preparation tips and ideas for Quilters. Topics discussed include: favorite family traditions, planning a Christmas menu, quick and easy quilt projects, creating gift lists, gift giving ideas and more. For complete show notes, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2020/11/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-15-show-notes.html/
Sewing with Scraps, Background Fabrics, and Binding by Machine
16 Nov 2020
00:29:53
In this episode Sherri and Chelsi share new projects and discuss how to hang mini quilts, sew with small scraps, decorate with square quilts, and effectively use background fabrics along with information on seam ripping, machine binding, and more. For complete show notes, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2020/11/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-14-show-notes.html/