A Quilting Life Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi welcome the prolific quilter and head of marketing for Moda Fabrics, Lissa Alexander, to the show! Lissa shares how she went from working at a local quilt shop to becoming the head of marketing at Moda Fabrics. She explains some of her responsibilities as the head of marketing and reveals how she still gets so much sewing done while managing everything on her plate. Lissa has also authored numerous quilt books. Some of which, are collaborations with her good friend Susan Ache (Episode 65). She shares how they first met and how she has developed such a knack for designing scrappy quilts. She also shares some great ideas for introducing younger children to sewing. Lissa is known to have her grandchildren join her in her sewing room regularly. She explains how to create a safe and fun environment for children to learn how to sew. Thank you Lissa for sharing your quilting life with us today!

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Show Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=30269

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Charming From Lissa's Book (Quilt on the Wall): https://amzn.to/3yInWm1

My version of Surrounded by Lissa Alexander from her book (Quilt on the Table): https://amzn.to/3Axd1w2

Lissa’s Shop: https://modalissa.shop/

Lissa’s Blog: https://modalissa.com/

Lissa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modalissa/

Celebrate with Quilts Book by Lissa Alexander and Susan Ache: https://amzn.to/4fQxfkk

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Where to Find Us:

Facebook: A Quilting Life with Sherri & Chelsi: https://www.facebook.com/groups/459389991531728/

A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com

Chelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/

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Chelsi Stratton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsistratton/

A Quilting Life Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts

Chelsi Stratton Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/StrattonHandmade

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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss what they have accomplished so far this Summer and what they plan on completing by the end of 2024. Chelsi shares how she anticipates her schedule will change as her kids return to school. The group then discusses how quilting is represented in literature, film, television, and other aspects of pop culture.

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Show Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=30210

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Sunshine Village (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/4czhah5

Anthem (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3W3TSJd

Curry Bungalow Pincushions: https://tidd.ly/3yytorC

Moda Blockheads 5 Quilt Finish: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/moda-blockheads-5-quilt-finish/

Quilt Spots in Film and Television Blog Post: https://melonypatch.wordpress.com/2020/01/10/quilt-spots-an-a-z-list-of-quilts-seen-in-movies-and-in-tv-series/

Barbara Brackman Blog Post on Quilts in Film: http://barbarabrackman.blogspot.com/2019/05/quilts-in-movies.html

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Facebook: A Quilting Life with Sherri & Chelsi: https://www.facebook.com/groups/459389991531728/

A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com

Chelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/

A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglife

A Quilting Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquiltinglife/

Chelsi Stratton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsistratton/

A Quilting Life Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts

Chelsi Stratton Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/StrattonHandmade

Visit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/aquiltinglife

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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss all things sewing machines. Sherri recently purchased a new sewing machine so it was a good time to compare machines in different price ranges and also discuss how technology has advanced and changed what sewing machines are capable of doing.

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Show Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29559

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Lazy Daisy (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3Tjt5Zl

Hearts at Home II (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3qPIdfg

Patchwork Garden Remix (Top Ladder Behind Chelsi): https://tidd.ly/42XntHk

Shine Remix (Bottom Ladder Behind Chelsi): https://tidd.ly/432zvPM

Happy Go Lucky 2 (Top Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/3IfpsNH

Tulip & Vine (Middle Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/3PPuF2R

Starry-Eyed (Bottom Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/49V0HSq

Flowers for Emma (Behind Billy): https://tidd.ly/48Z8tve

Garden Stars Sampler (On Far Wall Above Sewing Machine): https://tidd.ly/3qLszYh

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Where to Find Us:

Facebook: A Quilting Life with Sherri & Chelsi: https://www.facebook.com/groups/459389991531728/

A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com

Chelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/

A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglife

A Quilting Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquiltinglife/

Chelsi Stratton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsistratton/

A Quilting Life Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts

Chelsi Stratton Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/StrattonHandmade

Visit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/aquiltinglife

Enjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show.

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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/  

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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/ 

Where to Find Us:

Facebook: A Quilting Life with Sherri & Chelsi: https://www.facebook.com/groups/459389991531728/

A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com

Chelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/

A Quilting Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquiltinglife/

Chelsi Stratton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsistratton/

A Quilting Life Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts

Chelsi Stratton Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/StrattonHandmade 

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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/

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In this bonus episode Sherri discusses her best ideas for reviewing your creative year in preparation for setting goals for 2021. For complete show notes, visit the A Quilting Life Blog:  https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2020/12/year-in-review-2020-quilts-projects.html/

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In this episode Sherri and Chelsi talk about family memories, sewing their first quilts, Christmas 2020 plans, upcoming ideas for 2021, and a variety of quilting topics from listener questions. For complete show notes, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2020/12/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-17-show-notes.html/

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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/ 

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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/ 

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