A Quilting Life Podcast

In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi welcome Lisa Bongean from Primitive Gatherings on the podcast. Lisa shares how she first got into quilting and how that led her to eventually open up her own quilt shop. Lisa also talks about her brand new retreat center, The Gathering, in Larsen, Wisconsin. Finally, Lisa gives a preview of some of her upcoming fabric lines and a quilt along she plans on starting...

In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss how to best go about completing unfinished quilting projects in 2022. They share some of the specific projects they plan on completing this year and also give advice on how to best organize yourself in order to complete UFOs. They also discuss their favorite sewing room hacks and tips that help them be more efficient and productive in the sewing room.  Fo...

In this episode, Sherri, Chelsi, and Billy recap their accomplishments from 2021 and discuss the new goals they have set for 2022. These goals include quilting goals, business goals, and personal goals. Thank you to everyone who has listened to and watched the podcast this year! We appreciate your support and look forward to another year of creating fun and informative A Quilting Life Podcast epis...

In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi welcome their good friend and fellow Moda fabric designer Corey Yoder of Coriander Quilts. Corey shares how she first got into quilting and how she gradually moved into designing patterns, writing books, and designing fabric. She also gives some insight into her process for designing fabric and speaks about her most recent collection, "Cozy Up" and her...

In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer listener questions, share their favorite quilt patterns they have personally designed, and rank their top 3 fabric collections. They also share some funny personal stories about one another and mention a few famous people they have met or run into. For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A...

In today's episode Sherri welcomes Jenny Doan, founder of the Missouri Star Quilt Company to the podcast! Jenny's new memoir, How to Stitch an American Dream is available now. Jenny's positivity will inspire you, and she also offers helpful ideas for quilters. Her complete bio can be found below. Thank you Jenny for sharing your quilting life with us today! Show Notes Blog Post: htt...

In this episode Sherri and Chelsi welcome Kimberly Jolly, founder of Fat Quarter Shop. Kimberly shares what she did prior to starting Fat Quarter Shop and what drew her to quilting and eventually to opening an online quilt shop. Kimberly then shares some of her favorite quilts she has completed over the years and some of her favorite notions that she has stared using recently. She provides a previ...

In this episode Sherri has the pleasure to speak with Jeniffer Swope, curator of the "Fabric of a Nation: American Quilt Stories" exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Jennifer shares information about the exhibition (which is currently up and running now) as well as a publication that can be purchased from the MFA's website. She then shares 8 different quilts that are bein...

Quilter extraordinaire Pat Sloan joins Sherri and Chelsi on today's episode to share her quilting journey. Pat discusses how she was first introduced to quilting through a friend, the early days of internet radio and podcasting, and she also shares her experience of breaking both of her wrists during the pandemic while continuing to produce quilting content on her YouTube channel. Pat also ta...

In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share tips for accurate fabric cutting and also discuss beginner friendly and intermediate quilt block styles. They also share a beautiful quilt a listener of the podcast made that was inspired by Sherri's Labor of Love quilt book and pieced with Sherri and Chelsi's Balboa fabric collection. To see pictures of this quilt, click on the link below to visi...

Moda Designer Stacy Iest Hsu joins Sherri and Chelsi to share her design and quilting journey. You'll love hearing Stacy's ideas and insights on fabric design and quilting. Thank you Stacy for sharing your Quilting Life with us today! For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife....

In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi take listener questions and discuss taking into consideration the grain of fabric prior to cutting, share a great idea from a listener of where to donate fabric, and share their educational backgrounds prior to starting quilting businesses. Other topics discussed include hand sewing wool projects, thread for piecing, and choosing colors and fabrics for a quilt. Y...

In this episode, Sherri is joined by Kristin Esser of Simple. Handmade. Everyday. Kristin is a quilter, knitter, podcaster, and cozy home creator. She joins the podcast today to discuss her journey into the world of quilting and shares her experience of sewing clothes before moving onto small projects and eventually quilts. Kristin is a very talented hand-piecer and has some excellent videos on he...

In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss the importance of brick-and-mortar quilt shops. They then have some fun as they imagine opening up their very own quilt shop in their small town and discuss the things that would make their shop unique and special. For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.a...

In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share their new fabric collection, Seashore Drive, which ships in January 2022. They also discuss fabric selection for quilts and projects. For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2021/07/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-32-show-notes.html/ Visit...

In this episode, Sherri & Chelsi discuss their fabric design journey from the early beginnings until the present. They also take a close look at their first-ever fabric line, "Bright Sun" and discuss the styles, colors, trends, and other influences that helped shape that first line. Sherri also displays and discusses her "Bright Sun" quilts.  For complete show notes, pictur...

In this episode Sherri and Chelsi give an update of their 2021 goals and have an in depth discussion on small quilting projects.   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/2021/06/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-31-show-notes.html/ Visit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for...

In this episode Sherri and Chelsi discuss coordinating the correct thread colors with their quilts, give tips for preparing fabric prior to sewing, and share some ideas for the best beginner quilt projects. The winners of the one year anniversary giveaway are also announced in this episode! Other topics discussed include: mixing pre-washed fabrics with unwashed fabrics, using old thread, quilt bor...

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, topi...

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...

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 p...

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 sho...

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 s...

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 a...

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 o...