Measure Twice, Cut Once

Susan Smith

....and other life and business lessons learned from quilting. Makers have stories! And crafters have skills!

In these casual chats and interviews, I (often with a guest) talk honestly about creativity. The joy, and hope, and even healing it can bring, and the businesses we can build doing the things we love.

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Mar 16, 2022 · 37 min
Tracey Russell - Longarm Quilter Extraordinaire
Send a text Tracey Russell of Whirls n Swirls Quilting is a dynamo! She made her very first quilt out of triangles, and taught herself to quilt on a longarm machine way before YouTube University was a thing. Now Tracey finds great pleasure is helping new quilters "flatline the learning curve", and find confidence in their quilting. She teaches and encourages both online and in her brick and mortar shop in Whitby, ON, Canada. In this episode we chat about how to approach new skills without fear, getting in the quilting groove, and who longarm quilting is suitable for (hint: it's everyone who wants to do it!) plus how to avoid sabotaging our own learning journey. Tracey can be found in all these places: Website online classes available YouTube LOTS of great freehand quilting ideas here! Instagram Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Mar 9, 2022 · 33 min
Joan Parker - A Quilting Memoir
Send a text As we talk, Joan Parker's face shines with warmth and enthusiasm and hospitality. She has been making (many!) quilts for many years, all while raising and home-schooling 8 children. Her story is one of great creativity, often propelled by financial needs, and the desire to serve and help others. She has a mother-heart the size of her whole state. PLUS, she's got some great tips for a bullet journal to corral your project to-do list, and some thoughts on creating frugally and finding ways to learn anything you want to know how to do. You can find Joan's work in all these places: Joan's super encouraging blog Keeping You In Stitches Instagram Facebook Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Mar 2, 2022 · 35 min
Giuseppe Ribaudo - Man of Many Colors
Send a text Giuseppe Ribaudo is definitely a man of many talents. His background is in theater, but over time he has focused his creativity on fabric and pattern design. For sure he brought his storytelling skills into his design process, and I, for one, can't wait to see the lovelies in store for us quilt makers in the coming weeks. In this episode Giuseppe gives us some Andover history, introduces us to his Nonna's fabulous lamps and chairs, and has tips for keeping creativity fresh. Look for the fabric line Nonna in stores already, and From the Attic shipping to quilt shops soon! His work/fabric/patterns can be found in these places: Profile on Andover Instagram Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Feb 23, 2022 · 31 min
Liz McDade - No Trace, Zero Waste Living
Send a text Liz McDade is passionate about pursuing a zero waste lifestyle, and no trace products. In her own words "no trace products are reusable, washable alternatives to their evil disposable twins". So we chat about how that passion grew, how her hobby has grown into a business, and Liz gives great tips for reducing waste in your cooking, and even in your bathroom! Liz has tons of YouTube tutorials for making re-usable storage and shopping solutions, publishes patterns, and if you're in a hurry to get started using them, you can find ready-made products in her Etsy shop. To read or learn more about Liz's projects, look for her in all these places: Website: http://notraceshop.com YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnIjx8fXbc5vJmchPJqkUwQ Facebook Group for zero waste sewing & crafting: https://www.facebook.com/groups/332218438480456 Instagram: @no_trace_shop Pinterest: @no_trace Facebook: @NoTraceShop Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Feb 16, 2022 · 30 min
Maude MacDonald - The Retro Quilter
Send a text Get your 70s on!! Maude MacDonald lives in the gorgeous Niagara area of Ontario, Canada. She's a mom and wife, making and designing modern quilts with retro vibes and flair. She's a newcomer to the world of quilting, but in a short space of time has mastered many skills and is now sharing her passion with others. Sewing...quilting...pattern designing...all with unmistakable retro style. We chat about haircoloring and how that translates into quilt design....competitive roller skating...and how to achieve a bright and cheerful studio (wink,wink). Maude's first pattern release, "Boogie Nights", came out on Feb 9, 2022, CHECK IT OUT! Maude can be found in these places: Website: https://theretroquilter.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theretroquilter/ Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Feb 9, 2022 · 27 min
Sheila Drevna - A Story of Perseverance
Send a text Sheila Drevna woke up one early morning unable to use her hands and feet, and even lost her sight over the next few weeks. Doctors said she'd never walk again. Scary stuff. But Sheila is a calm, matter-of-fact and determined woman, and today she is an award winning longarm quilter, with a business and blog of her own. Lucky for us she loves to teach and pass on what she has learned - both in her craft, and in her life. I know you'll be encouraged and even energized by our visit. Never say never. You can find Sheila in all these places: Website: https://www.longarmlove.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longarmlove/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/longarmlove Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Feb 2, 2022 · 44 min
Vanessa Christenson - Just Color Me Ombre
Send a text So many of us know Vanessa Christenson for her gorgeous ombre fabric lines, but she is SO much more! Here she is, in her own words: Vanessa Christenson is a wife and mom of four humans and two cats who likes to quilt, sew, decorate, run her mouth, hang out with other women who can stand her, and fake organize the death out of anything (i.e. get rid of things). She started V and Co back when her husband was deployed (because why wouldn’t a mom of four add yet another thing to her plate) and has since grown it into the go-to place for amazing ombre quilting fabric and patterns. Vanessa calls Iowa home — although as a California native — she’s still not a big fan of Midwest winters. Vanessa is also the author of the Simply Color: A Crayon Box for Quilters series. Here's a link to my favorite - Yellow She can also be found in all these places: Website: https://vanessachristenson.com/ (head here if you'd like to book a coaching consultation) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VandCo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vchristenson/ The February workshop we mention can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/having-a-better-relationship-with-yourself-by-vanessa-christenson-tickets-254969630027?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Jan 26, 2022 · 28 min
Belle Brunner - Seams Sew Me
Send a text For Belle Brunner, quilting began as a hobby at the onset of the 2020 pandemic and as a way to create joy for not only herself, but for others by gifting them quilty goodness. Little did she know, she'd become hooked to all things quilts! Her only regret is that she didn't discover it sooner than age 45. She's a self taught quilter thanks to YouTube University, a lot of trial, error - ahem! - 'teaching moments', and patience. Belle's attitude of generosity and community spirit are very evident in our visit. I know you'll be encouraged and blessed by all the ways she gives. Don't forget to watch for Belle's brand new quilt pattern DUELING DIAMONDS launching in February! Website: www.SeamsSewMe.com (FREE Quilt Journal Cover downloadable pattern, and info on the AirBnB) Instagram: @Seams_Sew_Me YouTube: Seams Sew Me Etsy shop : https://www.etsy.com/shop/SeamsSewMeShop Info on the pattern writing course we referred to can be found at Quilter's Candy. Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Jan 19, 2022 · 28 min
Jenny Gallo - Artist of Many Talents
Send a text Jenny Gallo is an artist in many mediums. Her specialty is making one-of-a-kind stoles, the beautiful scarf-like garments worn by clergy. We chat about some of challenges in making these unusual “quilts”, and some of her most unique creations, and more recently also her exploration of painting and creating digital prints. Jenny offers lots of prints, calendars, stickers, and coloring sheets in her Etsy shop. Jenny can be found in all these places, and check out her website for some free coloring pages: Website: https://www.carrottopstudio.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carrot.top.studio/ Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CarrotTopStudio?ref=shop_sugg Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Jan 12, 2022 · 43 min
Kathryn LeBlanc - Quilting Cozies
Send a text Kathryn is a quilter with broad experience - maker, longarmer, shop owner, pattern writer, all the things. But now, lucky for us, she's set her sights on becoming an author. Did you know a "cozy" is a genre of mystery novel? And in a cozy, the reader has the opportunity to solve the murder right along with the main character, usually an amateur sleuth. What could be more perfect for crafters? Join us as we talk about the creative journey, and the plot twists and pivots along the way. You can find Kathryn in all these places: Retail website: www.dragonflysquiltshop.com Link to the Book (eBook, Paperback and Audio): Sewing Suspicion - A Quilting Cozy Mystery ebook (.99 cents) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HVC4K2N Quilting Calamity - A Quilting Cozy Mystery (pre-order) https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09JBLJ31B Subscribe to Kathryn's newsletter, Readers: https://SewingSuspicion.mailerpage.com Quilters: Newsletter Patreon https://www.patreon.com/AuthorKathrynMykel Facebook - Books For Quilters Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/177950767300928 or Dragonfly's Quilting Design Studio https://www.facebook.com/DragonflysQuiltingDesignStudio Instagram - htt Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Jan 5, 2022 · 35 min
Chris Acton - Weaver Extraordinaire
Send a text If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review here. ALL-OVER FEATHER sign-up https://view.flodesk.com/pages/615cd912f88d548e68f5c501 -------------------- Chris Acton is a multi-faceted crafter, but these days she's a weaver of beautiful things (and stories!) 4-shaft loom? Cotton warp? Weaving with ties? Chris chats about all these things and more during our visit. You'll love hearing about this tactile textile, and perhaps be encouraged to try something new in your crafting experience. You can find Chris in all these places: Website - https://actoncreative.net/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ActonCreative/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/actoncreative/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGpQApO-WU3ZrgAMIrM-esg Acton Creative Insiders Membership - https://www.patreon.com/actoncreativ Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Dec 29, 2021 · 23 min
Susan Smith - Lessons Learned in the School of Life and Business
Send a text If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review here. ALL-OVER FEATHER sign-up https://view.flodesk.com/pages/615cd912f88d548e68f5c501 -------------------- It's candid again! This week I'm opening up about business - how I fell into being an entrepreneur....what it looks like (for real!).... and a few things I've learned. Many of us have pivoted and done new things in the last couple of years. This is a look at my personal journey, in the hopes that it will encourage and perhaps even help one or two of you. I would absolutely love to hear back from you - does this sound familiar? What are some of the challenges you've faced? And have you emerged a stronger person because of it? Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Dec 22, 2021 · 26 min
Susan Smith: Life Lessons from my Favorite Quilter - My Mom
Send a text If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review here. ALL-OVER FEATHER sign-up https://view.flodesk.com/pages/615cd912f88d548e68f5c501 -------------------- My mother was a tremendous influence in my life, and not by her words, but by her example. In this episode I highlight a few of the lessons I learned from her, and how they impact my life to this day. She had a saying for every occasion (it seemed to me!) and a few of these are highlighted too. "A stitch in time saves nine" and "If it's worth doing, it's worth doing well", are just a couple of them. I hope these memories will perhaps remind you of beautiful lessons your mother taught, or even encourage you in passing on enduring values to your own children. Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Dec 15, 2021 · 31 min
Dave & Susan - The Inside Scoop
Send a text Welp, we had a dilly of a week! And these things happen to entrepreneurs on the regular, don't they? In the moment, it can be tough to learn the lessons...make the pivots...decide the decisions. So we (my husband Dave and I) pulled back the curtains on some of our rough spots and how we've worked through them. We talk about individual lessons learned, eye-openers in my business, and how we've learned to entrepreneur (is that a verb?) together. Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Dec 2, 2021 · 28 min
Leslie Bercher - Studio of My Dreams
Send a text Leslie's studio is one you've GOT to see to appreciate! Warm...inviting...a great place for being creative and for hanging out with Gigi. Leslie and I chat about her process - how she first began thinking about what she even wanted in her creative room, and then her no-stress way of building it gradually. Plus we touch on quilting retreats with your besties, finding your style, and much, much more. Follow Leslie's studio adventures right here: Instagram: @leslie_quilts Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Nov 24, 2021 · 22 min
Michelle Oliveto - Surface Design Made Easy
Send a text If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review here. ALL-OVER FEATHER sign-up https://view.flodesk.com/pages/615cd912f88d548e68f5c5010 -------------------- Michelle Oliveto is new-ish to the world of quilt making, but a long-time surface designer. She's created a boutique fabric brand to showcase the artistry of designers from around the world. At it's heart is relationship with customers, designers, and community. Michelle and I chat about Dandelion Fabric & Co's beginnings, knowing your WHY, and making a difference with our crafts. Plus, Michelle's website features quilt stories! Take a few photos of a favorite project, write a few words, and submit it here. Website: dandelionfabricandco Instagram: @dandelionfabricandco Facebook: @dandelionfabricandco Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Nov 17, 2021 · 48 min
Lauren @mollyandmama
Send a text If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review here. ALL-OVER FEATHER sign-up https://view.flodesk.com/pages/615cd912f88d548e68f5c501 -------------------- Lauren Wright is the creator behind Molly And Mama, a studio for pretty stitches. She loves pastel, sweet colors, and delicate prints. We chat about her inspiration, and how she designs many of her small projects made with straightforward techniques, and then adds details and embellishments. Think pincushions, sewing folders, and even Christmas stockings. Check out #scrapbustingsunday to see recent projects in the sewalong we talked about. And DO follow Lauren on social media for sooo many gorgeous photos. They'll brighten your day! If you love feminine and dainty things, you'll love this glimpse into Lauren's creative, crafty world. Here's a personal invitation from Lauren: "You're invited to join the Pretty Stitches Club with Molly and Mama in 2022. Sew along each month as Lauren shares beautiful, new 'small project' patterns exploring her favourite techniques like patchwork, embroidery, English paper piecing and stitching with wool felt. These beginner friendly projects feature Lauren's practical and pretty signature style. Join in from the comfort of your own home, no matter where you are in the world." Sign up to register your interest here: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/60dfe8553595ec95d5e54938 And sign up for her newsletter to receive a free floral stitchery pattern: Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Nov 10, 2021 · 46 min
Jess Zeigler - Commish of the Longarm League
Send a text If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review here. ALL-OVER FEATHER sign-up https://view.flodesk.com/pages/615cd912f88d548e68f5c501 -------------------- Jess Zeigler shares her quilting story with us. It's a journey from her grandmother's projects, through simple quilt making, longarm quilting for others, and finally her current business model of a membership geared toward teaching and nurturing other longarm quilters. Jess is the creator behind the no-y-seam feathered star, designer of many quilt patterns, and more recently, has a growing portfolio of digital quilting designs. She has so much solid wisdom to share in this episode; about life and business and quilting, and her genuine care really shines through. Find Jess in all these places: longarmleague.com Facebook and Instagram: @longarmleague #longarmleague threadedquilting.com Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Nov 3, 2021 · 33 min
Laura Petrovich-Cheney - Wood Quilts
Send a text If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review here. ALL-OVER FEATHER sign-up https://view.flodesk.com/pages/615cd912f88d548e68f5c501 ------------------------- Laura and I had a riveting discussion about the art, the emotion, and the expression that are so visible in her one-of-a-kind pieces. Her words describe her technique the best: "My material is salvaged wood gathered in the aftermath of environmental tragedies, such as Hurricane Sandy, forest fires in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, and from numerous other unnamed storms in Massachusetts. The wood is from damaged and wrecked houses – cedar sidings, screen doors, kitchen cabinets, wood tables- and repurposed into luminous, patchwork constructions. Through these difficult situations, my work is filled with vibrant color and uplifting hopefulness. I never paint the wood, they are as I found them and bear the marks of usage through their nail holes and scratches reminding us that material has memory." And of course I had questions! How do you store a wooden stash? And what's fussy cutting? And how big are your wood quilts? Prepare to be amazed and inspired by Laura's creations. You can view the exhibition we referred to here: New England Quilt Museum Uppercase magazine, Issue #51 "Arts & Quilts", featuring Laura's art https://uppercasemagazine.com/products/uppercase-51-single-copy Website: Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials
Oct 27, 2021 · 40 min
Cheryl Clossin - Embellished
Send a text If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review here. ALL-OVER FEATHER sign-up https://view.flodesk.com/pages/615cd912f88d548e68f5c501 --------------------------- Cheryl Clossin has been quilting for a long time, and her pieces could more rightly be called works of art. She's pretty sure it's impossible to embellish fabric too much, whether it's applique...embroidery...beading...you name it. If you don't believe me, check out her Instagram feed! And zoom in! We chat at length about bugle beads, French knots, dealing with knotty backs, finding serendipitious fabrics, Prince, and the value of community. And that's just the first 10 minutes😄 You can see Cheryl's work on her Instagram feed right here. Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials