A Quilting Life Podcast

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Pat Sloan "The Voice of Quilting" Oct 11, 2021

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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!
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/2021/10/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-39-show-notes.html/
Fall Dash (Quilt on the Wall): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=fall+dash
Dreamin' (Quilt on the Table): https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=dreamin
Pat Sloan's Holiday Celebrations book: https://amzn.to/3j3VXlR
Pat's Quilt Sorting Video: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBcQXd6R0_G9Ae--kynHBlGymRJFXgPpN
NOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.
Where to Find Pat:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/PatSloan
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/QuiltWithPatSloan
Sew Along Website: https://www.ilovetomakequilts.com/
Blog: https://blog.patsloan.com
Website: www.patsloan.com
Online Shopping Center: https://patsloan.typepad.com/shop_with_pat_sloan/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quilterpatsloan/
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Cutting Fabrics and Beginner Quilt Blocks Sep 27, 2021

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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.
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/2021/09/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-38-show-notes.html/
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Promenade (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3iY5gT1
Horizon (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3EQfa3I
Garden Stars Sampler Quilt: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=garden+stars+sampler
Safe Haven Quilt: https://tidd.ly/3kG3loB
Sharpie S-Gel Pens: https://amzn.to/3AGrWyY
Together Pattern: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=together+pattern
Stitch Pink Sew Along Quilt Kits: http://shrsl.com/36bwi
No-Slip Grip Dots: https://www.fatquartershop.com/no-slip-grip-dots-the-gypsy-quilter
Olfa Endurance Blades: http://shrsl.com/36bwh
Circle Savvy Ruler: http://shrsl.com/36bwj
Stripology Ruler: http://shrsl.com/36bwk
Creative Grids Log Cabin Trim Tool: http://shrsl.com/36cuk
Diagonal Seam Tape: http://shrsl.com/36cun
Bloc Loc for Flying Geese: http://shrsl.com/36cur
Sherri's 3 Beginner Patterns:
Bucket List: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=Bucket+List
Four Square: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=Four+square+177
County Fair: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts?search_query=county+fair
Chelsi's 3 Beginner Patterns:
Beachfront: https://tidd.ly/3g9YCsD
Forest Drive: https://tidd.ly/3i7WwdT
Afterglow: https://tidd.ly/3vwrfG3
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Moda Fabric Designer Stacy Iest Hsu Sep 13, 2021

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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!
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/2021/09/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-37-show-notes.html/
Where to Find Stacy:
Stacy's Website: stacyiesthsu.com
Stacy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacyiesthsu/
Stacy's Shop: https://tidd.ly/3A0wrnO
Stacy's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Stacy-Iest-Hsu-Designs
Stacy's Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/stacyiesthsu
Stacy's Pineapple Pop Quilt Pattern: https://tidd.ly/3E1LYGa
Stacy's Jungle Paradise Fabric: http://shrsl.com/35it1
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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 Aug 30, 2021

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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.
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCklPG6iAr9Lzmt7hGnveJgA
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/2021/08/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-36-show-notes.html/
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Kristin Esser of Simple. Handmade. Everyday. Aug 23, 2021

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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!
Where to Find Kristin:
Blog: Simple. Handmade. Everyday.: https://kristinesser.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristin_esser/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplehandmadeeveryday
Podcast: https://kristinesser.podbean.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCklPG6iAr9Lzmt7hGnveJgA
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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/2021/08/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-35-show-notes.html/
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Brick-and-Mortar Quilt Stores and our Dream Quilt Shop Aug 09, 2021

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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.
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/2021/08/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-34-show-notes.html/
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Selecting the Right Fabric for Quilts and Projects Jul 26, 2021

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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/
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How we Began Designing Fabric and Looking Back at our First Fabric Line, "Bright Sun" Jul 12, 2021

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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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2021 Goals Update and Small Quilting Projects Jun 27, 2021

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In this episode Sherri and Chelsi give an update of their 2021 goals and have an in depth discussion on small quilting projects.
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/2021/06/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-31-show-notes.html/
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Choosing Thread Colors, Fabric Preparation, and Beginner Quilt Project Ideas Jun 14, 2021

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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.
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/2021/06/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-30-show-notes.html/
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