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A Quilting Life Podcast

Discussions on quilting, fabric, inspiration, creativity and more. Hosted by mother and daughter Moda fabric designers Sherri McConnell and Chelsi Stratton, A Quilting Life Podcast with Sherri & Chelsi is a series of light-hearted and informative conversations that provide the listener with quilting industry news, quilting tips, and creative inspiration.

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Latest Episodes:

One Year Anniversary Special! Looking Back and Looking Forward, and the Future of Quilting May 31, 2021

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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 May 17, 2021

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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 May 03, 2021

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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.
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/2021/05/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-27-show-notes.html/
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Getting Started in Pattern & Fabric Design, Storing Quilts, and Las Vegas Quilt Shops Apr 19, 2021

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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.
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/2021/04/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-26-show-notes.html/
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Favorite Size Quilt Blocks, Having Too Many Quilts, and Tone on Tone Fabric Apr 05, 2021

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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.
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/2021/04/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-25-show-notes.html/
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Keeping Up with Challenges, Tips for Block Sashings, and Purchasing Fabric Online Mar 29, 2021

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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.
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/2021/03/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-24-show-notes.html/
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Defining a Scrap Quilt, Quilting Bargains, and New Sherri and Chelsi Fabrics Mar 15, 2021

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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.
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/2021/03/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-23-show-notes.html/
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Folded Corner Techniques, Keeping Track of Quilt Alongs, and Trimming Threads Mar 01, 2021

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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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Vanessa Goertzen of Lella Boutique Feb 15, 2021

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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/
For complete show notes, and pictures and links to all of Vanessa's quilts, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2021/02/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-21-show-notes.html/

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Solid Coordinates for Fabric Collections, Curating Scrap Fabric, and Completing UFOs Feb 01, 2021

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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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