Loose Threads & Stitches: A Quilting Podcast

You made it. Through the fear, the guilt, the overwhelm. This is your warm, cozy recap of the Get Out of Your Own Way series — and a gentle invitation to keep going. 📚 READY TO GO DEEPER? Christen’s book Quilt Create Thrive is part journal, part pep talk, and part creative reset. It’s available now in ebook or paperback: 📘 Grab it on Amazon - https://amzn.to/4lvaJjq 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE: I'm walki...

If quilting has started to feel like pressure instead of play — this is your permission slip to fall back in love with creating. No rules. No guilt. Just joy. 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE: I'm wrapping up the “Get Out of Your Own Way” series with a tender, playful reminder: you don’t have to finish your UFOs, pick the “right” fabric, or prove your productivity to earn creative joy. Let’s return to quilting...

That half-finished quilt in your closet isn’t a failure — it’s just a pause. Today we’re rewriting the story around unfinished projects and quilt guilt. 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE: If you’ve ever stumbled across a long-lost work in progress and instantly felt shame… this is for you. I am shareing a vulnerable, empowering look at why so many of us carry guilt for our UFOs — and how to release it without lo...

Do you have fabric you love too much to cut? You’re not alone. Let’s talk about how decision paralysis is quietly stealing your creative joy — and what to do about it. 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE: I am opening up about the emotional tug-of-war so many quilters face: loving beautiful fabric but feeling too scared to use it. If you've ever stared at your stash and felt frozen, this one’s for you! 💡 EPISODE...

Feel like everyone else is making flawless quilts at lightning speed? It’s not just you. Today we’re blowing the lid off the biggest myth in quilting. 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE: This episode is for every quilter who's ever looked at Instagram and thought, "Mine doesn't look like that." Christen gets real about comparison, the highlight-reel illusion of social media, and how to reclaim your creative joy r...

If you've ever stalled out mid-quilt because it wasn't looking "right" or feared you'd mess it up—this one's for you. Let's talk perfectionism, progress, and why your quilt is already enough. 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE: I am sharing the messy, heartfelt story behind a baby quilt that never made it to the shower—and what it taught me about fear, perfectionism, and the real reasons we sometimes get stuck. I...

Ever feel like you should be quilting but end up scrolling or cleaning instead? That’s not laziness — it’s creative overwhelm. 🎙️IN THIS EPISODE: In this heartfelt kickoff to our “Get Out of Your Own Way” series, Christen shares what’s really happening when quilting feels impossible — and how to gently begin again without shame. 💡EPISODE TAKEAWAYS: Why “lazy” is a lie you can stop believing What...

Ready for some cozy stories? Today I'm answering some fun questions, from my biggest sewing mistakes for beginners to the one quilting tool I'd save from a fire! Let's dive into some thread filled tea and lighthearted cozy chaos. 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE: Join me for a cozy, chaotic, and super fun Q&A where I spill the thread on embarrassing quilting mistakes, favorite tools, fabric obsessions, and...

Ever feel like your quilting style keeps changing? From scrappy chaos to soft comfort — you're not alone (and you're not doing it wrong). 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE: Christen opens up about the beautiful, messy evolution of her own quilting journey — and invites you to explore yours too. Whether you're in your solids-only era or your floral maximalist phase, there's space here for you. 💬 JOIN THE CONVERS...

Do you daydream about sipping tea in a cozy cabin while your dream longarm hums in the background? Let’s finally talk about your quilting bucket list — the big, bold, beautiful dreams that live in your heart (and maybe your Pinterest board). 🎙️IN THIS EPISODE: Christen from I See Stars Quilting invites you to get real about those quilting dreams — from museum-worthy quilts to retreats and sewing r...

Ever find yourself pep-talking your Google Calendar just to survive the week? If your to-do list is full but your soul feels frayed, this episode is your deep breath. 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE: This one's for the quilters who are quietly doing too much. Christen opens up about the emotional cost of overcommitting — and the small, grace-filled shifts that help her feel more like herself again. 💡 EPISODE...

Ever finished a quilt top and immediately wondered, “Is this even good enough to send out?” You’re not alone — and this episode will give you clarity and courage. 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE: Christen opens up about the most common fears quilters face when it’s time to hand their work over to a longarmer. Whether it’s your first quilt or your fiftieth, you’ll hear a seasoned longarmer’s honest perspective...

Let’s get real about sewing rooms. 🧵✨ In this behind-the-scenes episode, I’m peeling back the curtain and talking honestly about what actually goes down in my sewing room — the mess, the chaos, the creativity, and all the “oops” moments in between. If you've ever felt like your sewing space wasn’t Pinterest-perfect... good. Because you’re in the right place. In this Real Talk episode, I’m sharin...

🧵 In this episode of Loose Threads & Stitches, we’re busting the myth that real quilters are always productive. If you’ve ever felt guilty for taking a break or stressed about your stack of WIPs (works in progress), this one's for you. I’m pulling back the curtain on the pressure to “always be sewing” and sharing real talk about creativity, rest, and realistic expectations in the quilting wor...

🧵 Quilting might seem like a solo hobby... but it doesn’t have to be. Yes, we all love those quiet moments with our machine, a cup of tea, and a good playlist. But sometimes, what we need most is connection, support, and shared creativity. In this heartfelt episode of Loose Threads & Stitches, I’m talking about why quilting is better together, whether you're part of an online community or gat...

🧵 Let’s have some fun today—what if quilters had superpowers?! 🦸‍♀️ ✨ Have you ever wished for perfect seams every time, unlimited quilting time, or a fabric stash that organizes itself? In today’s Loose Threads & Stitches episode, I’m sharing 5 quilting superpowers I wish were real—and I bet you’ll want them too! From time-bending sewing sessions to the never-ending bobbin, let’s dream big...

🧵 Quilters LOVE sharing advice… but let’s be honest—not all of it is great. 🤨 Sometimes it’s gold, but other times? It makes quilting feel way more serious than it needs to be! In today’s Loose Threads & Stitches episode, we’re talking about the best AND worst quilting advice I’ve ever heard. The tips that changed my quilting life—and the ones that made me shake my head. 😆   🎧 What’s the b...

🧵 Quilters LOVE sharing advice… but let’s be honest—not all of it is great. 🤨 Sometimes it’s gold, but other times? It makes quilting feel way more serious than it needs to be! In today’s Loose Threads & Stitches episode, we’re talking about the best AND worst quilting advice I’ve ever heard. The tips that changed my quilting life—and🧵 Spring is here, and you know what that means—NEW quilti...

🧵 Quilters, let’s be honest… we’ve ALL broken a few ‘quilting rules’ here and there! 😆 In this episode of Loose Threads & Stitches, I’m confessing five shocking things I’ve done in my quilting journey—and I have a feeling I’m not alone! Will you admit to these too? 👀   ✨ What’s Inside This Episode? ✔ Confession #1: I keep starting more projects than I can handle 🫣 ✔ Confession #2: I bough...

Lost your quilting spark? You’re not alone! Every quilter hits a creative slump at some point, and today, we’re tackling exactly how to get re-inspired, re-energized, and back at your machine with excitement! 🎉 In this episode of Loose Threads & Stitches, we’re diving into: ✔️ Why quilting motivation disappears (and why it’s totally normal!) ✔️ 5 simple ways to reignite your creativity when y...

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