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    Thread & Therapy

    Welcome to the Thread & Therapy podcast! A podcast for quilters with big hearts. I am your host Maude MacDonald, The Retro Quilter, and every episode we dive into the “why” of our beloved craft. You can expect guests to share their stories on how quilting became a catalyst for change, helped them heal and even changed their lives. We’ll be hitting on some vulnerable topics like mental illness, burnout and more. Join us and see how quilting is therapy for us all.

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    Latest Episodes:
    Brandy, the Quilter on Fire Jul 11, 2023

    Brandy, the Quilter on Fire talks about her journey with PTSD, and how quilting has been a source of calm and coping for her.

    SHOW NOTES

    The book Brandy recommends:

    The Morning Miracle by Hal Elrod Link to book: https://amzn.to/3NyWmfu

    FIND BRANDY AT:

    Brandy Maslowski

    Quilt Speaker, Teacher and Author NACQJ - Certified Quilt Judge

    www.thequilteronfire.com

    ON INSTAGRAM:

    @quilteronfire

    FIND MAUDE AT:

    theretroquilter.com

    ON INSTAGRAM:

    @theretroquilter

    Lysa Flower, surface pattern Designer Jun 27, 2023

    Lysa Flower talks about being a parent of a Trans child, and the processes of acceptance the whole family goes through.

    SHOWNOTES:

    Some Articles for understanding Transgender: Today's Parent: https://www.todaysparent.com/family/parenting/im-not-an-amazing-mom-for-accepting-my-transgender-son/ Human Rights Campaign : https://www.hrc.org/resources/transgender-children-and-youth-understanding-the-basics International School Parent : https://www.internationalschoolparent.com/articles/my-childs-friend-is-transgender-how-do-i-support-them-when-their-parents-wont/ Resources in British Columbia, Canada: Foundry : https://foundrybc.ca/ Plea : https://www.plea.ca/ Qmmunity : https://qmunity.ca/ FIND LYSA AT: Website: www.lysaflower.com Instagram: @lysaflower Fabric: www.pbsfabrics.com

    FIND MAUDE AT:

    Website: theretroquilter.com

    Instagram: @theretroquilter

    Melody Miller of Ruby Star Society Jun 13, 2023

    Melody of Ruby Star Society talks about being a recovering perfectionist and how perfectionism can show up in all aspects of life, and not always how you would expect. She shares her journey of self awareness and it is incredibly honest and relatable.

    SHOW NOTES

    FIND MELODY AT:

    rubystarsociety.com

    ON INSTAGRAM:

    @missmelodymiller

    @rubystarsociety

    FIND MAUDE AT:

    theretroquilter.com

    ON INSTAGRAM:

    @theretroquilter

    @threadandtherapypodcast

    Vickeidy of Sewspicious May 30, 2023

    Vickeidy of Sewspicious shares her childhood trauma of abuse and how it centered around sewing, as well as her journey through healing and coming back to the sewing machine. She also discusses her painful and overwhelming experience she went through as a new mother and dealing with psychosis.

    SHOW NOTES

    Resources:

    RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network). RAINN is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization, and they offer a variety of resources for survivors of sexual violence, including a 24/7 hotline, online chat, and educational resources.

    www.rainn.org

    Phone: National Sexual Assault Hotline Hours: Available 24 hours 1-800-656-4673

    FIND VICKEIDY AT:

    sewspicious.com

    ON INSTAGRAM:

    @sewspicious

    FIND MAUDE AT:

    theretroquilter.com

    ON INSTAGRAM:

    @theretroquilter

    Meagan of Sew Giddy May 16, 2023

    Meagan Guite of Sew Giddy and member of the Ruby Star Society crew, shares her story of coping with the many stages of grief after losing her mother to cancer.

    SHOWNOTES

    Meagan recommends these resources on grief and dealing with death:

    Books: Grief is Love by Marisa Renee Lee Choose Wonder Over Worry by Amber Rae Heart Talk by Cleo Wade Podcast -You're going to die -Terrible, thanks for asking FIND MEAGAN - on Instagram at: @sewgiddy

    FIND MAUDE AT:

    theretroquilter.com

    ON INSTAGRAM:

    @theretroquilter

    @threadandtherapypodcast

    Elizabeth of Quilter's Candy Apr 18, 2023

    My friend and mentor, Elizabeth Chappell of Quilter's Candy shares her thoughts and feelings about quilting, and how it relates to her business, ADHD, and grief.

    SHOW NOTES

    Find Elizabeth at:

    https://quilterscandy.com/

    On Instagram:

    https://www.instagram.com/quilters_candy/?hl=en

    Belle of Seams Sew Me Apr 04, 2023

    My good friend Belle chats with me about coping with autoimmune diseases, and how quilting got her through treatment. Belle is also an advocate for child abuse prevention and has a quilt pattern and quilt along to support the cause. Links in show notes.

    SHOW NOTES

    Find Information on the Lovely Pinwheels and the Child Abuse Prevention Quilt Along:

    https://www.seamssewme.com/post/lovely-pinwheels-quilt-along-in-april

    Find Belle at:

    https://www.seamssewme.com/

    On Instagram:

    https://www.instagram.com/seams_sew_me/

    On YouTube:

    https://www.youtube.com/@SeamsSewMe

    Find Maude at:

    https://theretroquilter.com/

    On Instagram:

    @theretroquilter

    @threadandtherapypodcast

    Mary of Sew Mary Happy Mar 21, 2023

    In this episode, Mary of Sew Mary Happy discusses her traumatic experience with having Covid-19 and how the quilting community helped her through it. Mary is full of positivity and light, and she shares how quilting rejuvenates that for her.

    SHOW NOTES:

    Find Mary at:

    https://www.etsy.com/shop/sewmaryhappy/?etsrc=sdt

    On Instagram:

    @sewmaryhappy

    Find Maude at:

    www.theretroquilter.com

    On Instagram:

    @theretroquilter

    @threadandtherapypodcast

    If you have enjoyed this episode please leave a review! Thanks and Keep it Quilty!

    Bailey of Copper and Citrus Mar 07, 2023

    Bailey of Copper and Citrus shares her story about miscarriage, depression and the journey she undertook to find her passion amist it all.

    SHOWNOTES

    Find Bailey at:

    https://www.etsy.com/shop/CopperandCitrus

    On Instagram:

    @copperandcitrus

    Find Maude at:

    https://theretroquilter.com/

    On Instagram:

    @threadandtherapypodcast

    @theretroquilter

    Sarah of Lazy Cozy Quilts Feb 21, 2023

    In this episode, my friend Sarah discusses how quilting was not only there for the last of her mother's life, but also for the grief that came with it. Sarah also talks about how quilting continues to be therapeutic for her mental health.

    SHOWNOTES

    Find Sarah at:

    https://lazycozyquilts.com/

    On Instagram:

    @lazycozyquilts

    Find Maude at:

    https://theretroquilter.com/

    On Instagram:

    @threadandtherapypodcast

    @theretroquilter

    Cassie of Bunny is Quilting Feb 07, 2023

    Cassie a.k.a Bunny has been through so much in such a small window of time. After a traumatizing childbirth and many hurdles to overcome, Cassie shares how quilting reignited her creativity and self.

    SHOW NOTES:

    You can find Cassie at

    https://bunnyisquilting.myshopify.com/

    INSTAGRAM:

    @bunny_is_quilting

    You can find Thread and Therapy and the Retro Quilter at

    https://theretroquilter.com/thread-and-therapy/

    www.theretroquilter.com

    INSTAGRAM:

    @threadandtherapypodcast

    @theretroquilter

    Erin of Love Sew Modern Jan 24, 2023

    In our opening episode, Erin Grogan of Love Sew Modern shares her journey and struggles with ADHD, anxiety and depression. I'm really excited for you to get to know my friend Erin, as I am sure you will find some part of her story relatable.

    **Trigger Warning**

    This episode contains mentions of self harm and suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis and needs immediate help, please call 911. For a directory of support services please google Suicide Hotline or Suicide Prevention for your local services.

    SHOW NOTES:

    You can find Erin at

    www.lovesewmodern.com

    On Instagram: @lovesewmodern

    and at @modishquilter

    THE RETRO QUILTER WEBSITE:

    www.theretroquilter.com

    INSTAGRAM:

    Thread and Therapy Podcast: @threadandtherapypodcast

    The Retro Quilter: @theretroquilter

    Shereece of Sew Hooked on Treasures Jan 24, 2023

    In this episode I talk with Shereece of Sew Hooked on Treasures. Shereece and I became fast friends meeting through the Quilter's Candy Pattern Writing Course. I knew during the course she was going through a rough patch - so I wanted to chat with her about coping through divorce, being a single mom, and finding her identity all while at her sewing machine. I know you'll resonate with not only her, but with her story.

    SHOW NOTES:

    You can find Shereece at

    www.sewhookedontreasures.com

    On Instagram: @sewhookedontreasures

    THE RETRO QUILTER WEBSITE:

    www.theretroquilter.com

    INSTAGRAM:

    Thread and Therapy Podcast: @threadandtherapypodcast

    The Retro Quilter: @theretroquilter

    Maude, the Retro Quilter Jan 24, 2023

    In this episode I talk about my relationship with my mother who is a paranoid schizophrenic, and how our relationship has changed due to quilting.

    **Trigger Warning**

    This episode contains mentions of self harm and suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis and needs immediate help, please call 911. For a directory of support services please google Suicide Hotline or Suicide Prevention for your local services.

    SHOW NOTES:

    You can find Maude at

    THE RETRO QUILTER WEBSITE:

    www.theretroquilter.com

    INSTAGRAM:

    Thread and Therapy Podcast: @threadandtherapypodcast

    The Retro Quilter: @theretroquilter

    Thread & Therapy Trailer Dec 23, 2022

    Introducing a new podcast series by Maude MacDonald, The Retro Quilter, where each episode tells the story of how quilting helps people heal and find their true path in life.

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