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067. How to Win Ribbons at a Quilt Show with Leah Day Jul 26, 2018

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How do you win a ribbon at a quilt show? What are judges looking for and is there a way to "game" the system so you have a better chance of winning? Learn more about quilt shows and hear Leah's advice on the best style of quilt to compete with. Find the show notes here: https://leahday.com/QuiltShow

066. Restoring a Rusty Treadle Sewing Machine with Leah Day Jul 18, 2018

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I'm up to my elbows in apple cider vinegar and baking soda as I scrub all the remaining rusty pieces of my Singer 12 - a treadle sewing machine originally made in 1880. In this episode I chat about the cleaning process, what I've learned along the way and share about the new Leaf Peepers Quilt Along I'm co-hosting with Sheri Cilfaldi-Morrill from WholeCircleStudio.com.

065. Debate: Can You Make Quilts from Bed Sheets? Jul 11, 2018

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This week I'm taking on a new Great Quilting Debate - can you make quilts from bed sheets? Sheets are available in a wide range of cotton fabrics and for around $35 you can get a huge piece of fabric that seems perfect to use as the backing of your quilt. You can also cut up bed sheets to piece quilts as well. So why are more quilters not doing this? Why have bed sheets gotten a bad reputation for use in our quilts? I also go on to debate using fabric from big box stores and weird stuff like t-shirts, wool, silk, corduroy, and jeans. Find the show notes here: https://leahday.com/episode65

064. Release Your Light Goddess Quilt Story with Leah Day Jul 04, 2018

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Hear the quilt story of Release Your Light a goddess quilt I created in 2009 that helped me gain confidence and finally figure out how I would start a successful, creative business. Find lots of inspiration for tapping into your creative potential and sharing it with the world. Find the show notes here: https://leahday.com/pages/release-your-light

063. Treadle Sewing Machine Update with Leah Day Jun 27, 2018

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I'm checking in today with a short update on my progress working on my vintage treadle sewing machines. Learn how I'm cleaning up a Singer 27 and have dismantled and am painting a Singer 12. Lots of things going on around the house too and you'll get to see the next quilt we're making together in the Leaf Peeper's Quilt Along coming in August! Find the show notes here: https://leahday.com/blogs/machinequilting/treadle-sewing-machine-update-quilting-friends-podcast-63

062. Quilt Out Your Fears - Torrent of Fear Quilt Story Jun 20, 2018

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What are you most afraid of? Are these fears holding you back from living the life you want or doing the things you feel you MUST do? Learn more about Torrent of Fear, a goddess quilt I created in 2012 to illustrate what it's like to be completely stuck and consumed with fear. I also include a fear practice to help you challenge that stuck state and be able to move forward. Read more here: https://leahday.com/fear

061. Crocheting on Vacation, Learning Watercolor and More with Leah Day Jun 13, 2018

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Hello my quilting friends! I just got back from vacation and I'm feeling tired, but so happy we went and super happy to be home. This week I'm sharing a personal update on the different projects I'm working on including a free form crochet sweater jacket. I'm also learning how to watercolor paint in hopes of turning my paintings into fabric designs and making new videos for the Eternal Love Quilt Along. Find pictures of the many things I share in this podcast here: https://leahday.com/episode61

060. Quilting Gratitude in Your Life and Quilts with Leah Day Jun 06, 2018

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In 2010 I made a quilt called My Cup Runneth Over which was inspired by a feeling of overwhelming gratitude and thankfulness for all the many blessings in my life. In this podcast episode, I share the story of how I made this quilt and the ups and downs along the way along with a simple gratitude practice you can follow to tap into the amazing feeling of thankfulness and abundance that resides in your heart. I truly believe quilting positive emotions and working towards being happier with your quilts is a journey far beyond the craft of quilting and I aim to share that with you in the next few podcast episodes. Find the show notes and pictures of My Cup Runneth Over right here: https://leahday.com/gratitude

059. Designing Quilts with Quiltrovert Nika Gordham-Harrison May 30, 2018

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Meet Nika Gordham-Harrison and learn how she started quilting just a few months ago and is already designing her own quilts and writing patterns. Discover why she felt pushed to design her own quilts and what inspires her designs. The second half of the podcast, I turn it over to Nika and she asks me questions about writing and selling quilt patterns too. You'll get to hear from us both in this episode and get a unique take on quilting design and pattern writing! Find the show notes here: https://leahday.com/episode59

058. Achieve Your Goals 1 Hour at a Time with Leah Day May 23, 2018

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Hello my quilting friends! This week I'm sharing a personal update podcast because I have so many things to share with you. I talk a lot about how I've reached many goals this year by putting in steady effort and just 1-2 hours of time into a project every single day.

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