A Quilter's Life

After I saw this incredible story posted by The Cultivated Cowgirl on FaceBook, I had to reach out to Heather Slaton for her to share her story with us. She shares her miracle story plus so much more.  I also love how close she is to her extended family and that they have the opportunity to work in a business together. Connect with Heather: Facebook: The Cultivated Cowgirl Instagram: @TheCultivate...

Krista Moser has the greatest friends that have come alongside her to use their talents so that Krista can shine in her talents.  Starting quilting at such a young age she now has the wisdom and knowledge to teach others this wonderful art.  From teaching, to creating patterns and tools for the quilting world she is quite busy and I’m so thankful for her taking time out of that busy schedule to vi...

Carrie Anne Barker doesn’t feel like she’s worked a day in her life because she’s loved every minute of her job!  As Rachael Logsdon said in her interview Carrie is amazing.  If you ever want to meet a good, kind person - that’s her.  I’m so glad that Rachael helped me get in contact with Carrie Anne.  Carrie Anne has to deal with so many things herself, yet she is able to bring comfort to others...

I was connected with Wendy Appell in a roundabout way.  My sister, Lois Gillette, walks with her friend, Dorcus Williams, who’s daughter’s mother-in-law is Wendy. Thank you Lois and Dorcus for talking about A Quilter’s Life and being able to connect me with Wendy.  Wendy and I found out we had something else in common.  Towards the beginning of our conversation we mention Practical Bible Training...

I hope you enjoyed last week’s episode of Sandy Bailey’s first half of her interview.  I sure did.  Here’s the continuation of Sandy’s story and how she and her friend, Pam, became the Too Busy Bs.  I think they stay busy because their customers are so happy with what they have to offer that the word of mouth advertising has exploded. Sandy’s first commissioned quilt Here are some quilts that Sand...

Sandy Bailey and I were enjoying our visit only to be surprised when we realized three hours had passed since we had started the interview.  Don’t worry I was able to trim it down some, but decided to split her story into two episodes.  It’s a good thing Sandy is retired because she doesn’t have time for work anymore. Sandy's first commissioned quilt Here are some quilts that Sandy has gifted She...

When Rachael Logsdon’s friend told her she needed to learn to quilt, her response was, “Quilting is stupid!” Wow, to go from thinking she didn’t like quilts to making wonderful quilts for others is amazing. Quilting came into Rachael’s life at a time when she needed a new passion.  It’s incredible to hear of her transformation. Here are some of Rachael's beautiful quilts You may connect with Racha...

Judy was raised by a woman that spent her life teaching people to sew using shortcuts and techniques that were designed by Judy’s mother to speed up the job, so the workers could make money. These techniques were not taught in any books and Judy loves passing the techniques on in her classes, because these wonderful shortcuts leave a professional finish. Her love of people and fabric has led Judy...

We’ve all run into at least one person that thinks we should do something with our quilting that isn’t what we want to do.  Corintha Russell explains this very well and has a great way to let them know that’s not what she does.  She also has one of the best stories of a wonderful reaction to giving a quilt away.  It’s wonderful when others show the well deserved appreciation of receiving a quilt. ...

Debra Berger likes to build things and has found that putting together quilts is a way to express that talent and fondness of building things.  It’s also something that she can do for others.  Out of all the quilts she has made she only has a few for herself which she says is an honor and blessing to give these quilts away. Debra's first quilt was a Dr. Seuss quilt Her favorites were ones she made...

DeeAnn Vigil joined the A Quilter’s Life Facebook group a while back and answered that she was willing to be a guest on this podcast.  It’s so great to get to know each other as we all have this wonderful hobby of quilting in common.  From wanting to do something special for her sister and then falling in love with quilting DeeAnn is making beautiful quilts! Here's DeeAnn's Wedding Ring Quilt DeeA...

Hopefully you had the opportunity to listen to Connie George’s previous episode. We continue our conversation to learn more about her business in this episode. Connie George’s quilt retreats sound like so much fun! Just make sure you take your stretchy britches. She has a goal of getting people together, having fun, and maybe even learning something new. This first picture is the First Harley Davi...

Elisabeth DeMoo grew up on a farm in New Mexico and learned how to sew by making garments in 4-H. When she was in college she had a sneaking suspicion that she could apply those skills to quilting. Elisabeth has been addicted to quilting ever since! After more than 20 years of quilting she is still excited about the next quilt to make! Her website is a space to share with you techniques, tutorials...

Sue Schaeffer has such a cute name for her quilting business that it caught my attention and I was excited to chat with her.  After having many different jobs and getting so much experience she now feels fortunate to be able to do what she loves. What an encouragement to hear her say, “We do better as we know better.” This is the Lincoln quilt Some more samples of Sue's quilts Big Stitch Quilting...

How exciting to be able to order and have a special panel for baby quilts that isn’t found anywhere else.  Sue Stafford was able to arrange to have a special printing of a favorite panel and should soon have it available at her shop, Serendipitee in Waldo, Ohio.  Sue is a competitive quilter and has a lifetime of experience to pass on to others. Here's the panel quilt that shows the panels Sue wil...

I think most quilters are going to agree with Connie George when she says, “I quilt, I don’t do alterations.”  Connie and I were having such a great conversation when I realized my time was up, so we decided to talk about her business in another episode, so be watching for that soon. This first picture is the First Harley Davidson T-shirt Connie made!  The center Diamond came from Diamond Head, Ha...

 Monique Torsiello joined the A Quilter’s Life Facebook group about six months ago and we had such a wonderful time chatting.  You’re going to love to hear why she came up with the quote “Any mistake you make, can be made into a masterpiece.”  Here's just a few quilts that Monique has made:

Although Ellen Taurins hasn’t made a quilt, she has made something that every quilter is going to want.  With her invention she is being drawn to our quilts.  She is even filling her house with them.  It’s amazing how our lives take different twists and turns that give us opportunities to use our ideas in greater ways. Here is Ellen with The Quilt Keeper The Quilt Keeper displays our quilts so nic...

As our family had to travel to the Finger Lakes area of New York State, we made it a point to visit the It’s A Wonderful Life Museum in Seneca Falls since it’s a movie we watch every year.  What a great time we had looking at the artifacts and memorabilia they have available.  Then, of course, a quilt on display caught my attention.  The attendant had such great information on the movie and the mu...

Besides being in quilting groups, I’m also in a group for podcasters so that I can learn how to do better in making this podcast for you.  A few weeks back the podcaster group had Kathi Lipp as a special speaker.  When she saw that A Quilter’s Life was the name of my podcast, she mentioned that her mother made wonderful quilts.  So that was my introduction to Connie Richerson.  Connie was so graci...

Quilters are so wonderful and I’m so happy to have the opportunity to get to know so many of you through this podcast.  Although I had interviewed a wonderful quilter for this week’s episode I emailed her to let her know I wouldn’t have the time to properly edit the episode because my mother passed away Friday, April 29th, 2022.  I also had to contact another that I was to interview on the 29th th...

Sherry Herdman is one busy lady.  With living half of the year in the Dominican Republic, she is able to volunteer with the Mariposa DR Foundation helping to teach girls to sew.  Sherry has been quilting for 22 years.  She likes batiks, Asian fabrics and bright colors! Here's some of Sherry's quilts If you'd like to learn more about the Mariposa DR Foundation, here's their website:  the Mariposa D...

Angie Payne is also a member of the A Quilter’s Life Facebook group.  We had such a great time getting to know each other and I’m thrilled to find out she lives not too far from me.  With all she is going through I’m thankful she took the time to visit with me. This was Angie's first ever attic windows quilt. She made it for a benefit, and it sold over $3000 in raffle tickets!! This is the one she...

Samantha Macrina has fallen in love with learning to quilt after she bought a sewing machine to make masks during the pandemic.  It has been so wonderful to have Samantha in the A Quilter’s Life Facebook group.  And I’m so glad we had the opportunity to get to know each other through quilting! Here's the quilt Samantha made for her mother. Samantha talked about working with Debi Montgomery.  Here'...

Growing up in a military family Kasey Egelus was always ready for the next adventure.  I love how brave she was to walk into a new quilt guild to find home.  I’m so thankful that she is a member of the A Quilter’s Life Facebook group. Here's a quilt Kasey made for her Director at Firestone