A Quilting Life Podcast

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When to Shelve a Project and Listener Tips Jun 27, 2022

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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share some helpful listener tips they have received from prior episodes. They then discuss when it might be an appropriate time to shelve a quilt project if you feel you have hit a wall and also discuss alternative options for a project you might not want to complete at that 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/quilting-life-podcast-episode-59-show-notes/
Waterfront (Quilt on the Wall): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=waterfront
Sampler Spree Quilt (Quilt on the Table): https://amzn.to/3Nic5MM
To the Moon and Back Pattern: https://tidd.ly/3Nmd1jE
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Summer Sewing and Christmas in July Jun 13, 2022

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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss their summer sewing habits. They share how summer sewing is different compared to other seasons, creating summer project lists, and decorating for the 4th of July. They also discuss "Christmas in July" and a fun sew-along that the Fat Quarter Shop is hosting this summer.
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-58-show-notes/
All American (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3sk7nU8
Land I Love (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3qrbfDm
United (Quilt on the Ladder): https://tidd.ly/37yHVG1
Chelsi's United Quilt Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Mz_4iSE4kc
Sherri & Chelsi Fabric Collection Information: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/tips-tricks/
Green Sew Daisy (Aurifil Thread Topper + Base for Needle Storage): http://shrsl.com/3k4x9
Home for the Holidays on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3vMchwZ
Home for the Holidays from Sherri's shop (autographed by Sherri & Chelsi): https://www.etsy.com/listing/1223153021/home-for-the-holidays-by-sherri?click_key=4897430dd94d4cbca476bb29a36f0c6330e50757%3A1223153021&click_sum=765155fd&ref=shop_home_active_1&frs=1&crt=1
Fat Quarter Shop Christmastime Mystery Sew Along: http://shrsl.com/3k9my
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Staying Motivated to Quilt, Plaid Fabrics, and Managing Sewing Room Time May 30, 2022

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In this special 5th Monday bonus episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer listener questions and share another exciting giveaway for copies of the Quilts & More Summer 2022 Magazine. Billy also announces the winner of the Ecopeco cutting mat giveaway from the last episode. Topics discussed from listener questions include what is on Sherri and Chelsi's reading lists, managing quilting time, how to use plaid in quilt blocks, how to stay motivated when you don't feel like quilting anymore, and systems to keep track of unfinished projects.
To enter the giveaway for a copy of the Quilts & More Summer 2022 Magazine please leave a comment on Sherri's show notes blog post that includes a sewing project you intend to work on this summer. This blog post can be found in the link below. Sherri will be selecting 5 winners in one week from the release date of this episode on June, 6th 2022. Unfortunately, due to current international shipping issues, we can only select winners that live in the United States. Good luck to everyone who enters!
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-57-show-notes/
Bucket List (Quilt on the Wall): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=Bucket+List+(new)
Flower Garden (Quilt on the Table): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=flower+garden
I Didn't Do the Thing Today: Letting Go of Productivity Guilt: https://amzn.to/3sJRBoG
The Lazy Genius Kitchen: https://amzn.to/3ySLIsW
Ecopeco Cutting Mats: https://ecopecoart.com/
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Essential Skills for Quilters of all Levels May 23, 2022

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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi announce an exciting giveaway for a brand new Ecopeco cutting mat. They then discuss the most important sewing skills that quilters of all levels should have as they work their way through their quilting journeys. These skills include accurate measuring and cutting, mastering the quarter-inch seam, precise pressing, and more.
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-56-show-notes/
To the Moon & Back (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3Nmd1jE
North Shore (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3lltF71
Mad for Plaid Bags: http://shrsl.com/3j0m9
Snail's Trail Foundation Piecing Paper: http://shrsl.com/3j0ma
Ecopeco Cutting Mats: https://ecopecoart.com/
Quarter-Inch Seam Tutorial Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqsw7WkSbVA&t=81s
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Creating an Ideal Sewing Space May 09, 2022

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In this episode, Sherri, Chelsi, and Billy respond to some of the great feedback they got from their previous two episodes. Sherri and Chelsi then discuss how to create an ideal sewing setting. They look back at when they first began quilting and how they made do with what was available for them as they started their quilting journeys while simultaneously raising young families. They share ideas for sewers and quilters who may not yet have a designated sewing area to make their space as functional as possible. They also talk about how they have each modified their current sewing spaces to best fit their needs, and they share other tips for getting in the right mindset to focus, create, and sew.
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-55-show-notes/
Weekender (Quilt on the Wall): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=Weekender
Summer Shores (Quilt on the Table): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=Summer+Shores
Montana's Heart Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/montanasheart/
Sherri's Sewing Studio Tour (2020): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XgUL2tPcTyI&t=6s
Chelsi's Sewing Studio Tour (2020): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKr1-OdevlM
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Finding a Quilt Retreat, Using Precut Fabric, and What is Saving Our Lives Right Now Apr 25, 2022

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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
Moda Blockheads 4: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/category/moda-block-heads-4/
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Our Quilting Lives: Remembering the Past and Planning for the Future Apr 11, 2022

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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's Favorite Pillow Form: https://amzn.to/3x9pgev
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
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Our Favorite Quilting Things and Swoon Quilt Stories Mar 28, 2022

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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
Swoon Patterns: http://shrsl.com/3fr9q
Diagonal Seam Tape: http://shrsl.com/3fra5
Chelsi's favorite Pins (Tulip): http://shrsl.com/3fraf
Sherri's favorite Pins (Magic Pins): http://shrsl.com/3frah
Modern American Vintage Handcrafted Tools: https://modernamericanvintage.com/
Sherri's Favorite Pincushions from Teri at Curry Bungalow: https://tidd.ly/2WIGH5z
Creative Grids Rulers: http://shrsl.com/3fraz
Quilter's Select Rulers: http://shrsl.com/3frb2
Stripology Ruler: http://shrsl.com/3frb5
Circle Savvy Ruler: http://shrsl.com/3frb9
Pineapple Ruler: http://shrsl.com/3frbd
Log Cabin Ruler: http://shrsl.com/3frbg
Simple Folded Corners Ruler: http://shrsl.com/3frbl
1/2" wide Ruler: http://shrsl.com/3frbt
Juki Sewing Machines: https://www.juki.co.jp/en/products/home/
Janome Memory Craft 6600P: https://www.janome.com/
Container Store White Metal Baskets with Wood Handles: https://rstyle.me/+fxntBXt5F24A47SZ3hu2PQ
Container Store White Plastic Baskets with Bamboo Lids: https://rstyle.me/+XMtZSR7f_7855X6tBLzvxw
Chelsi's Favorite Aurifil Thread (2021): http://shrsl.com/3frc9
Sherri's Favorite Aurifil Thread (2026): http://shrsl.com/3frcb
Quilter's Reference Tool Book: https://amzn.to/3qoiLjG
Moda Blockheads 4 Basic Resources Sheet: https://my.modafabrics.com/webfiles/bh4_basic-methods_information.pdf
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Our Newest Fabric Line, Emma Mar 14, 2022

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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
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Quilts for Gifts and Charity, Substituting Quilt Blocks, and Seam Pressing Advice Feb 28, 2022

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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
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