A Quilting Life Podcast

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Growing as Fabric and Pattern Designers, Tips for Ordering Fabric, and Other Dream Jobs Oct 31, 2022

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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer new listener questions. First, Billy reveals the results from the scrappy vs coordinated quilt vote from episode 67, and Chelsi and Billy bury the hatchet, for the time being, after their favorite MLB teams met in the playoffs this year. Sherri and Chelsi then discuss how Moda has helped them in their creative journey as fabric designers and talk about other topics related to fabric design. They also answer some questions about pattern design and reveal what each of their "dream jobs" would be if they were not involved with quilting as a business.
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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-69-show-notes/
Sweet Pea (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3zkZGn3
Sweet Pea Quilt Kit (Pattern not Included): https://www.etsy.com/listing/1320913008/sweet-pea-quilt-kit-pattern-not-included?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=Sweet+Pea+kit&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&frs=1&organic_search_click=1
Memories (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3yba8x8
Nail and Cuticle Oil: https://amzn.to/3DKIaLz
Tranquility by Tuesday: https://amzn.to/3gXuBPN
Creative Grids Ultimate Flying Geese Ruler: http://shrsl.com/3lpbg
WildGrain Bread Box ($10 off the first box + FREE Croissants in every box!) Link: https://wildgrain.com/products/box-free-croissants
WildGrain Discount Code: AQUILTINGLIFE
FlexiSpot Pro Plus Standing Desk E7: https://bit.ly/3EZX1CN
Get an extra $30 OFF the Flexispot Pro Plus Standing Desk when you buy through my link: https://bit.ly/3MNqDFw
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Favorite Fall Fabric, Costume Making, and Halloween Traditions Oct 24, 2022

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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share some of their favorite newly released fall fabrics. Sherri then recounts her memories of making many different Halloween costumes for her children throughout their childhoods. Sherri, Chelsi, and Billy then share some of their favorite Halloween traditions.
Remember to use the code, AQUILTINGLIFE to receive a 35% discount on all orders from Cozy Earth. A link to their website can be found below.
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-68-show-notes/
Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/
Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFE
Maple Sky in Paper (Quilt on the Wall): https://www.etsy.com/listing/477175745/maple-sky-paper-pattern?click_key=f4c1a2112528184d6e0d88ae6e335ba1c8213e32%3A477175745&click_sum=924e10b0&ga_search_query=maple%2Bsky&ref=shop_items_search_4&crt=1
Maple Sky in PDF (Quilt on the Wall): https://www.etsy.com/listing/477176825/maple-sky-pdf-quilt-pattern?click_key=bbefcc5308096d1eb99395119863f55ede7ea61f%3A477176825&click_sum=e5890c4e&ga_search_query=maple%2Bsky&ref=shop_items_search_2&crt=1
Backyard Blooms in Home and Hearth Book (Quilt on the Table): https://www.etsy.com/listing/1045652181/home-hearth-quilts-and-more-to-cozy-up?click_key=c608ee6b868e1bab9470ee1230050475ff72479f%3A1045652181&click_sum=6e9cb027&ref=shop_home_feat_1
Home for the Holidays on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3vMchwZ
Home for the Holidays from Fat Quarter Shop: http://shrsl.com/3ntpa
Home for the Holidays Sampler Details + Fabric Requirements: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/home-for-the-holidays-sampler-details/
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Using Leftover Fabric and Preparing for a Mystery Block Quilt Along Oct 10, 2022

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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss options for using leftover fabric from different collections when you are not looking to make a scrappy quilt. They also share some tips and ideas for being better prepared when you participate in a mystery block quilt-along.
Remember to use the code, AQUILTINGLIFE to receive a 35% discount on all orders from Cozy Earth. A link to their website can be found below.
Use code, AQUILTINGLIFE to receive $10 off your first bread box from Wildgrain. You will receive free croissants in each box for the life of your subscription when you sign up during the month of October 2022.
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-67-show-notes/
Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/
Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFE
WildGrain Bread Box ($10 off the first box + FREE Croissants in every box!) Link: https://wildgrain.com/products/box-free-croissants
WildGrain Discount Code: AQUILTINGLIFE
Little Town (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3HK4GTT
Hearts at Home (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3A3XCin
Scrappiness is Happiness book: http://shrsl.com/3qhx7
Simply Half Yards book: http://shrsl.com/3qhx9
Home for the Holidays Sampler Details + Fabric Requirements: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/home-for-the-holidays-sampler-details/
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Fall Sewing and Traditions Sep 26, 2022

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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi recap a recent trip Sherri took to Utah for the Garden of Quilts festival. They also share some fun new finds and feature two lovely listener quilts. Lastly, they discuss their favorite Fall traditions and share some of their personal favorite Fall quilt patterns and color combinations when sewing with Fall fabric. Remember to use the code, AQUILTINGLIFE to receive a 35% discount on all orders from Cozy Earth. A link to their website can be found below.
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-66-show-notes/
Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/
35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFE
Pumpkin Patch (Quilt on the Wall): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=pumpkin+patch
Fall Dash (Quilt on the Table): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=fall+dash
Fall Mini Pillow Pattern: https://www.etsy.com/listing/875848069/fall-mini-with-pumpkin-leaves-and-star?click_key=dff2b5828087efd1ae5bcf2a0165fcd62dace7d2%3A875848069&click_sum=8690ff99&ga_search_query=fall%2Bmini&ref=shop_items_search_1&crt=1
Fall Saying Pillow (Amy Sinibaldi tutorial link and text PDF on this post): https://www.aquiltinglife.com/quilt-works-in-progress-september-2021/
Maple Sky + Maple Sky Mini Pattern: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=maple+sky
Quilting Life Seasons PDF Download: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1292954972/quilting-life-seasons-pdf-fall-2022?click_key=70f1b722f6c1625fe653be32a2c7baeec53529d3%3A1292954972&click_sum=2a7fdca9&ref=shop_home_active_7&crt=1
Hey Pumpkin Pattern: https://tidd.ly/3E0n6Pl
Hello Fall: https://tidd.ly/3xIGJK6
Little Town Pattern: https://tidd.ly/3HK4GTT
Country Home Boxed Quilt Kit: http://shrsl.com/3pqk6
Square in a Square Papers from FQS: http://shrsl.com/3pqk8
Two of a Kind Quilts Book: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1293022688/two-of-a-kind-quilts-by-lissa-alexander?click_key=2074bccedaa29e4c25fcdc0cf2f94a352225231c%3A1293022688&click_sum=551121b0&ref=shop_home_active_5&frs=1&crt=1
Two of a Kind Quilts on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Ss2K7M
Garden of Quilts: https://thanksgivingpoint.org/events/garden-of-quilts/
Billy's Podcast with his Fiance: https://thegringoandgf.buzzsprout.com
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Quilter Susan Ache @yardgrl60 Sep 12, 2022

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In this episode, Sherri welcomes the prolific quilter and stitcher Susan Ache to the show! Susan is known by many in the quilting community as @yardgrl60 on Instagram. Susan shares how her quilting journey began and how she implements quilting and stitching in her daily life. She has authored a variety of different quilting books including her most recent book, Two of a Kind Quilts, which she co-authored with Lissa Alexander. She gives some insight behind the inspiration for this book which is available now. Finally, Susan shares some fun facts about herself including what her favorite quilt block is, and provides valuable tips and advice for quilters of all levels throughout the duration of the interview. Thank you Susan 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/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-65-show-notes/
Find Susan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yardgrl60/
Two of a Kind Quilts with Lissa Alexander: https://amzn.to/3AUgdOI
Sampler Spree: https://amzn.to/3KW7gJa
Susan's Free Cross Stitch Patterns: https://www.aurifil.com/cross-stitch-patterns
Susan's Aurifloss Thread Collections: http://shrsl.com/3oy3t
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Quilt Retreat Tips, Being Intentionally Scrappy, and Summer 2022 Wrap-Up Aug 29, 2022

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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer a fresh batch of listener questions. Some topics included in these questions are: How to overcome the hesitation to attend a quilt retreat, how to submit a question to the podcast, ideas for hanging quilts, thought processes when piecing together a scrap quilt, the purpose of the Quilting Life Facebook group, and when is Billy getting married! Sheri and Chelsi then give a summer 2022 wrap-up where they each share their favorite moments from this summer, their favorite reads, favorite watches, what is currently inspiring them, and a couple of other new finds.
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-64-show-notes/
Jubilee (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3IJq6SM
To the Moon (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3Nmd1jE
Olfa Ergonomic 45mm Rotary Cutter (Blue): http://shrsl.com/3o9zs
How to Hang a Mini Quilt Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mixo0-efXQ4&t=156s
My Reading Life Journal: https://amzn.to/3CCH6cF
Joyful (Book): https://amzn.to/3wwfWjv
I Miss You When I Blink: https://amzn.to/3ALp0no
Bomb Shelter: https://amzn.to/3ANjiRI
A Quilting Life Planner & Workbook: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1049181873/a-quilting-life-planner-and-workbook?click_key=dbe130272799dcf909b8b1c2e686ff76947c1d31%3A1049181873&click_sum=716068ee&ref=shop_home_feat_2&frs=1
Sign up for Sherri's new series: 5 Quick Projects for a Weekend: https://dogged-architect-9777.ck.page/4abf498611
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Outdoor Quilt Display, Storage Ideas, and Negotiating Decor with Significant Other Aug 22, 2022

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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss unique ways to display quilts outdoors and throughout a home. They also share their ideas on best-utilizing space when storing quilts and recommend useful pieces of furniture for quilt storage. Lastly, Billy inquires how a spouse, or partner, of a quilter, can best negotiate how to decorate a home that finds a good balance between quilts and other types of decor.
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-63-show-notes/
Delight (Quilt on the Wall): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=delight
Brightly (Quilt on the Table): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=brightly
Scrappiness is Happiness Book: http://shrsl.com/3nvwd
Home for the Holidays Sampler Details Post (with PDF for fabric requirements): https://www.aquiltinglife.com/home-for-the-holidays-sampler-details/
Letters to Santa Sew Along Information: https://modafabrics.com/inspiration-resources/letters-santa-qal-intro
The Outdoor Quilter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theoutdoorquilter/
Quilt Hanging Pins: https://amzn.to/3wk8NTl
Quilt Rack from Primitive Gatherings: No Longer Available
10-Day Challenge Follow-Up + Log Cabin Block PDF: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/log-cabin-blocks-10-day-challenge-update/
Simple Quilt Hanging Ideas post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/simple-quilt-hanging-ideas/
Decorating with Quilts Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/decorating-with-quilts/
How to Hang a Mini Quilt Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/how-to-hang-small-quilts/
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How to Start a Business in Quilting and Enhancing your Sewing Experience Aug 08, 2022

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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share their best tips for someone looking to start a business in the quilting industry. They discuss what they wish they had known before they began their businesses and provide helpful ideas and information anyone should know if they have an interest in turning their quilting hobby into a stream of income. For those who are not interested in starting a quilting business, they also discuss ways to enhance your quilting experience without feeling overwhelmed or burnt out. Also, Chelsi shares two of her new Simply Delightful quilt patterns, and Billy shares pictures of two listener quilts and an inspirational quilting journey story.
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/?p=25277
Dazzling (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3zceMLS
Friendly Blooms (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3PDxtOa
Magic Pins: http://shrsl.com/3n60y
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Simply Delightful Fabric Collection Jul 25, 2022

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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share their brand new fabric collection, Simply Delightful. Sherri and Chelsi discuss the inspirations that led them to design this fabric line and preview some of their favorite new colors and prints that are featured in this collection. They then give a preview of each of the new quilts they will be debuting with the Simply Delightful fabric collection.
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-61-show-notes/
Simply Delightful Fabric Introduction Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/simply-delightful-fabrics-by-sherri-chelsi/
Happy Go Lucky (Quilt on the Wall): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=happy+go+lucky+quilt+pattern
Fresh Flowers (Quilt on the Table): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=fresh+flowers+quilt+pattern
6" Vintage Kite Foundation Paper: http://shrsl.com/3ml1a
Delight Quilt Pattern: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=delight+quilt+pattern
Brightly Quilt Pattern: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=brightly+quilt+pattern
Sherri's Simply Delightful Paper Pattern Bundle: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1254305194/simply-delightful-paper-pattern-bundle?click_key=168e700eca9a39dd6778370617eabf55dfb58153%3A1254305194&click_sum=f78f9ff4&ref=shop_home_active_9&frs=1
Chelsi's Simply Delightful Paper Pattern Bundle: https://tidd.ly/3yMHVMq
Dazzling: https://tidd.ly/3zceMLS
Jubilee: https://tidd.ly/3IJq6SM
Friendly Blooms: https://tidd.ly/3PDxtOa
To the Moon: https://tidd.ly/3Nmd1jE
Simply Delightful Up Close Fabric Preview Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9hFwSPAia3k
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10-Day Quilting Challenge, Ideas for Completing WIPS, and Mid-Year Goal Review Jul 11, 2022

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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share a fun 10-day quilting challenge that Sherri is currently participating in and blogging about. Sherri also shares a great idea for completing works in progress she recently heard from her friend, and long-arm quilter, Marion Bott. Lastly, Sherri, Chelsi, and Billy review their 2022 goals at the mid-year point.
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/quilting-life-podcast-episode-60-show-notes/
Beachfront (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3g9YCsD
Hey Pumpkin (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3uxjLEp
Quilt Design Coasters: http://shrsl.com/3l2cw
Quilting Life 10 Day Challenge Blog Post (With PDF printable): https://www.aquiltinglife.com/quilting-life-10-day-challenge/
Quilting Life Saturday Seven Posts: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/category/saturday-seven/
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