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Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Stephanie Breitenstein of Humble Heart Counseling! - Ep. 144In this episode of *Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show*, Amanda sits down with licensed counselor Stephanie Breitenstein, LCPC, to dive into the connection between quilting and mental health. Stephanie, who owns Humble Heart Counseling in Boise and mentors Amanda’s husband, brings her expertise to the conversation as they explore the therapeutic benefits of our favorite craft. From expanding self-awareness to embracing failure as a learning tool, Stephanie breaks down how quilting can be a powerful act of self-care. Plus, we’ll talk about the importance of being intentional with our time and how creativity helps us mana...
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Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowQuiltCon 2025 Recap! - Ep. 141In this episode of Not Your Granny's Quilt Show, Amanda chats about her experience at QuiltCon 2025! She had some incredible experiences with seeing and meeting people she loves and admires, as well as seeing all the fun vendors and breathtaking quilts. Amanda talks about the quilts, the vendor hall and the overall experience of being in Phoenix, Arizona for the first time. QuiltCon can evoke so many different emotions for quilters, and in holding space for that, Amanda recognizes that being able to attend is a privilege and she does not take it for granted. Her favorite part of...
2025-03-0343 min
Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Erin Nichole of Mija Handmade! - Ep. 125Erin Nichole Whinnery is the designer and maker behind Mija Handmade. Erin grew up, as she says, under her mother's sewing table. In 2011, she made a quilt for her niece, then her sewing sat on the backburner. Then, like a lot of us, she wanted something creative to do during the 2020 lockdown. She picked up some fabric and zippers and started making striped zippered pouches. When the novelty of pouches wore off, she dove into sewing in other ways. Stockings, home decor, quilts, improv... and along came the Sharrow Quilt. The first design of many to come from Mija...
2024-11-0455 min
Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowSeason 3 Opener - Amanda is here! - Ep. 116Welcome back everyone! Amanda is here to update you about what happened during her trip to Europe and why she came back early. She also talks about the sewing projects she is planning and things she has made. Amanda also talks about moving her business from her parents' house to her garage studio. Amanda's summer plans were cut short, but there was no shortage of good times had and fun quilting experiences. She's excited to be back with all of you and can't wait for the amazing lineup of guests she has for you!Links:Dutch...
2024-09-0331 min
Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowCoach Jenni Grover (again!!) - Ep. 114Jenni Grover is a wellness coach for makers, author and quilter. She cares deeply about the intersection of craft and health, coaching clients’ physical, mental, social, creative and spiritual concerns. In this episode, she and Amanda talk about the way we can run into unpleasantness in the online realm, and how we can engage with certain messages we may not want to hear. With some examples of exercises we can try, Jenni and Amanda chat about ways to process those messages and maintain our true selves in the process. Jenni recently released a deeply personal project out into the wo...
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Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Beth Gude of Gude Goods! - Ep. 107Beth Gude (said like "goody") is the infectiously fun and friendly quilter behind Gude Goods. She started quilting about 5 years ago and loves to long-arm all the quilts. Her business is just about to turn 2 years old, and you would never know she hasn't been doing this for a million years. She expresses her love for the quilting community through her long arming. Beth is also an affiliate for Sticky Rollers, Cotton Cuts, GEDesign, and Karlee Porter! Beth is a mom of four young children, so finding balance in running a business while caring for her family can be...
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Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowOrganizing Your Space! - Ep. 105This episode is all about organizing your space. Amanda got some information from some of you from Instagram about the items you use to organize your fabric. In this episode, Amanda also interviews the CEO of Smart Labels, David Hewlett. Amanda was able to try the Smart Labels before the interview. The hope is to help add to the awesome collection of ways we organize our spaces, and inspire you if you need it. A quilter's space is a sacred space. Organization - whatever that looks like - helps the flow of creativity. Hopefully this is helpful for any...
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Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Karen Wade of Bessie Pearl Binding Co.! - Ep. 104Bessie Pearl Binding Co. is the result of Karen Wade's retail/business experience and desire to help quilters. Karen saw an opportunity to supply quilters with notions and pre-made bias binding. This allowed her to stay home with her young children and do what she loves. Coming from the world of retail gives Karen a keen eye for what her customers want and need. Her bindings are excellently made with high-quality quilting cotton from manufacturers we know and trust. Her goal is to help quilters finish their projects with one less step to do in the process. Karen loves...
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Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Caitlin Bentley of Feral Notions Co.! - Ep. 103Caitlin is the cool creator behind the sparkly and iridescent rulers we love. Feral Notions Co. (formerly Whipstitch Handmade) was born from the spark of an idea and some accessible business classes. Caitlin spent time in the business classes provided by Terrain Spokane honing her idea and building up her plan. And now, we get to reap the benefits! With her trusty laser (Big Red) and some cool acrylic, Caitlin designs and makes aesthetically pleasing rulers for sewing and quilting. Let your inner child rejoice at the glitter and confetti! Caitlin not only makes rulers and designs stickers and...
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Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Lacie Messerly of Messy Quilts & The Grateful Thread podcast! - Ep. 102Lacie Messerly is a quilter and podcaster. Her show motto "You can sit with us" is a call to welcome all quilters who feel like they're not welcomed or invited in some quilty spaces. Lacie started with other hobbies, such as cross-stitching, scrapbooking, and painting wooden signs. As a stay-at-home mom, Lacie was looking for something new to do, so reached out to her mom for help learning how to quilt. After rage quitting for a few years, Lacie picked it back up again and started sharing her makes in 2015 on Instagram. With some experience under her belt with...
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Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Emily of Em and Bear! - Ep. 101Emily is a TikTok famous quilter who has a huge following of young new quilters! She started making quilting videos and tutorials during the 2020 lockdowns. She was having fun quilting, so why not share the joy? Formerly in advertising, Emily had some helpful tips and tools about making interesting content. Not only did she go viral, but she has held a large following of young makers who are eager to learn. Her current role as a pre-K teachers gives her insight into making beginner-friendly tutorials for making beautiful quilts. Emily is an extrovert and loves to chat with her...
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Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Karlee Porter! - Ep. 100Welcome to the 100th Episode of Not Your Granny's Quilt Show!Karlee Porter is a professional quilter who came to the industry in a non-traditional way. Karlee has always been artistic and loved sharing her art with her friends and classmates all through school. To earn extra money, Karlee would sell her designs and homemade caramels. When she was out of high school, newly married, and needing a job, she worked for HandiQuilter as a builder of subcomponents for the longarm machines. This is how Karlee was introduced to quilting. When she realized she could translate her...
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Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowQuiltCon 2024 Recap! - Ep. 98Amanda talks us through her first time going to QuiltCon! This year, 2024, it was held in Raleigh, North Carolina. If you've never heard of QuiltCon, go check it out! It's hosted by The Modern Quilt Guild each year. Amanda shares what she experienced, who she met, and her thoughts on the quilt show. She shares it all! The ups, the downs and the in-betweens. She met so many amazing quilters, friends of the podcast and new friends. She can't wait to go back next year! See you in Phoenix in 2025! **Learn to Graffiti Quilt with Me...
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Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Tara Evans of Taralee Quiltery! - Ep. 95Tara Evans is the owner/artist/designer behind Taralee Quiltery. As a student, Tara thrived in math, science and the arts. Her main focus was to take as many classes in the arts as she could. Amanda and Tara attended rival high schools in Boise, but the two ended up in their respective schools' choir programs. Painting was Tara's original outlet, which ultimately led her to study Fine Art in college. Before graduating, she got married and soon after becoming a mother, she started sewing for them. In 2018 Tara designed and made her first quilt pattern and the rest i...
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Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Ben Millett! - Ep. 94Quilting is Ben Millett's creative outlet outside his work at an agriculture company in Des Moines, Iowa. Ben explores color and shape by applying contemporary color palettes to traditional quilt blocks, turning digital concepts into a physical reality with fabric and thread. He creates to play, to communicate ideas, to further the gay agenda, to make what he wants to see.Ben dives in a bit with Amanda about the process of entering quilts into a quilt show (and specifically QuiltCon). Ben talks about the ups and downs of it all and the mindset he espouses to keep...
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Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Amanda Loewen of Prairie Quilt Co.! - Ep. 92Amanda Loewen is a quilt pattern designer in Canada. She has been knitting and sewing for much of her life but started sharing her quilting online about 5 years ago. She started designing and selling patterns in 2021 after taking a course to learn how. Amanda is still a full-time teacher and a mom of two young children. Although she designs beautiful quilt patterns with bright happy colors in mind, she still views quilting and pattern design as a hobby. Look for Amanda's newest releases in her shop, and check out her blog and Instagram to see her gorgeous makes! Enjoy!
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Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Barbie Mills!- Ep. 91Barbie Mills is a modern digital pantograph designer and long-arm quilter based in Utah. Barbie has been sewing for pretty much her whole life. She started quilting in high school and began her longarm business in 2012. Barbie was doing custom free-motion long-arming before she decided to go digital and leave the custom quilting behind. As her skills grew, so did her design portfolio, and now she has an Etsy shop full of hundreds of digital pantograph designs. Barbie also teaches a pantograph design course, so if you've been debating, go check out what she offers! In her Etsy shop...
2024-01-1550 min
Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowHappy Holidays and Thank you! - Ep. 89Amanda is solo in this episode. She wants to thank all of you for being here with her this year, and can't wait to see what 2024 holds. Please be kind to yourself this holiday season. We love you and we are so excited to bring you new and exciting content in the new year! Cheers! This episode was supported by www.cristinabonnet.com/UNFOLD Check out the site and sign up to receive a FREE 30-minute coaching session. Mention Not Your Granny's Quilt Show and receive 10% off your program! Wan...
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Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Christina Miller of Fabric Pop! - Ep. 87Christina Miller is the owner and happy face behind Fabric Pop - an online quilt shop for modern quilters. As a lifelong crafter, Christina has always loved fabric. Even in her first business endeavor - making and selling bags - Christina found the most joy in talking to her customers and other vendors about the fabric. When the business of bags had run its course, Christina took time to sew projects just for herself, using the fabrics she loved most. This inspired her to move into her next phase - starting a quilt shop! Christina's passion for fun, fussy-cuttable...
2023-12-0453 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowLet's Talk Quilt Shows! - Ep. 82This episode is a little different than the usual! Amanda does chat with Vicki Francis, and the focus of their conversation is Quilt Show judging. Amanda also shares her perspective on what it was like to be in the judging room, scribing for the NACQJ judges. Vicki is the 2023 Vice President of the Boise Basin Quilters guild. She was formerly a teacher, and now repairs and quilts vintage quilt tops. She is also working toward her international quilt judging certification. If the thought of entering your quilts in a quilt show makes you cringe, this episode will hopefully ease...
2023-10-301h 11Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Belle Brunner of Seams Sew Me! - Ep. 81In this episode, Amanda chats with Belle Brunner, the lovely owner of @SeamsSewMe She is a pattern designer and a guild consultant and educator. Belle recently moved back to her home state of Arkansas to be close to her father and help run an Airbnb/Quilt Retreat on his property. You can usually find her on her YouTube channel, or working up another beautiful quilt. Belle, like a lot of us, found quilting later in her journey but has taken to it like a fish in water. She has found her niche in helping organizations be their best, designing qu...
2023-10-231h 09Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Abby Luchsinger of Abby Maed! - Ep. 80In this episode Amanda chats with Abby of Abby Maed Studio. Abby is a third generation quilter (her mom quilts too!) and has been quilting and sewing as long as she can remember. She learned to quilt from her grandma who shares the same middle name, Mae, which was inspiration for the name of her business. Abby had a career in politics as a policy analyst, and as things became remote, and her work decreased, she began her journey into the world of pattern design. Abby is not only an Art Gallery Sewcialite for 2023, but she is one of Th...
2023-10-1653 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Rachel of Sew Joyful Studio! - Ep. 79In this episode, Amanda chats with Rachel, the face behind Sew Joyful Studio. She is a pattern designer, quilter, sewist, and outdoors-woman. She lives in Minneapolis, MN with her husband, and brand new baby boy! When she's not sitting at her sewing machine, you can usually find her on a bike or in the kitchen. Up until the end of 2021, she worked as a Civil Engineer. Leaving that career behind and pursuing a joy-filled life was one of the best decisions she ever made, and Sew Joyful Studio was born from that space. Rachel says the joy that she...
2023-10-091h 02Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Christina Lee of Sweet Potato Quilts! - Ep. 78This week Amanda chats with Christina Lee of Sweet Potato Quilts. Christina is a music educator and is a musician in the Boise Philharmonic. Christina began her quilting journey in 2018 and now is a spokesperson for Art Gallery Fabrics as one of their Sewcialites. Amanda and Christina dive into the parallels of teaching and quilting, and the mindsets that they find to be helpful in both. As an educator, Christina understands the importance of evoking curiosity, and has tapped into that understanding to create the Sweet Potato Quilt Club and a Block of the Month subscription. Members receive new...
2023-10-021h 18Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Victoria! The Midlife Quilter - Ep. 76Amanda chats with Victoria Newmeyer, the lovely lady behind Midlife Quilter. Victoria started her quilting journey at 40 years old and hasn't looked back. She is now a pattern designer, an Art Gallery Fabrics Sewcialite and has so many fun things up her sleeve. Check out her instagram and website to see all of her recent makes and patterns!Instagram: www.instagram.com/midlife_quilter/Website: www.midlifequilter.shop Want to see more? You can find it here: MERCH!!!! : nygqs.printify.me Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker! ...
2023-09-181h 34Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Brooke of Eudaimonia Studio - Ep. 75In this episode, Brooke Shankland, the designer and maker behind Eudaimonia Studio joins Amanda to talk about her start into quilting. Brooke began sewing in 2016 and quickly became enamored with quilting. She soon began designing patterns that suited her love for philosophies. Brooke has had many life experiences and brings her multi-dimensional knowledge to running her small business. On top of being a fantastic pattern designer, Brooke is also one of the ten Art Gallery Fabrics Sewcialites for 2023. Please enjoy Brooke!Find Brooke here:website: https://eudaimoniastudio.com/instagram: https://instagram.com/eudaimoniastudious/
2023-09-111h 32Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Johnny Barfuss! - Ep. 74On this episode, Johnny Barfuss is Amanda's guest. He is a Jack of All Trades, and has had many different life adventures. Like Amanda (and others),Johnny came to quilting later in his life, and it wasn't something he picked up from his grandma. Although he grew up playing under her quilting frame while she stitched quilts, he worked with his parents in their music shop from his teen years into early adulthood. Johnny has worked for HandiQuilter, had a quilt accepted into QuiltCon in 2018 and has been an active advocate for love, acceptance and mental health. Johnny and...
2023-09-0453 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowUpdate from Amanda! - Ep. 73Amanda is solo today to quickly update everyone about a break she's taking, but not to worry! New episodes will resume September 4. She is excited to share that Not Your Granny's Quilt Show merch is now available! The link is below, so check it out!Sewspicious Rosalia QAL infohttps://www.instagram.com/p/Ct6hfuBO12Y/ Want to see more? You can find it here: YouTube: https://youtu.be/mAB94LezqKQPatreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker! Merch: nygqs.printify.meInsta: https://www...
2023-07-2406 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Kim : Mr. Bones Sews - Ep. 72On today's episode, Amanda has Kim, the face and voice behind Mr. Bones Sews! Mr. Bones is a tiny skeleton who loves to sew! Kim creates hilarious and endearing videos with Mr. Bones and his crew. They have many adventures including, opening minis of Little Tykes, candy and much more. Kim has a background of sewing and fashion design. She fell in love with quilting when she ventured to find the nearest fabric store in the town she and her husband moved to in 2017. Kim loves to play with fabric almost as much as she loves to come up...
2023-07-171h 00Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Coach Jenni Grover! - Ep. 71Jenni Grover is a Wellness Coach for Makers. She's an author, quilter, and cares deeply about the intersection of craft and health, and has created a “creative resilience” wellness coaching approach that covers physical, mental, social, creative and spiritual concerns. She is a lifelong crafter who sees the need for all of us to strengthen our 5 threads of wellness so we can show up in the world as our best selves more often. Not only does Jenni work with makers, she's also an entrepreneur who has worked in advocacy for chronic illness patients, and written tons of articles. Jenni love...
2023-07-101h 31Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Vickeidy Plybon of Sewspicious - Ep. 70Vickeidy Plybon is the talent behind Sewspicous. She is a quilt pattern designer, AGF Ambassador, and an Aurifil Artisan. Like Amanda, Vickeidy is a teacher turned quilter. Vickeidy loves to use bright happy colors in her quilts, which is evident in her AGF Sewcialite bundle called Alegria. She has more fun projects coming up this year, the first of which is her first-ever Quilt Along for the Rosalia pattern she released with her AGF bundle. And, we get to hear the tale of how she wore a cast for two months without breaking a bone. Please enjoy! F...
2023-06-261h 08Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Orlando THE Quiltysaurus! - Ep. 69Orlando, the owner of Quiltysaurus Long Arming and Embroidery is on the show today. Orlando loves to long arm and his clients love him back. He loves complicated, FPP patterns that let him lose himself in the process. As a part time quilter, Orlando squeezes it in whenever he can. He loves the experience of working with so many styles of quilts and tastes as he long arms. The dedication Orlando has for quilting is evident in his body of work. From one long armer to another, Amanda and Orlando clicked and chatted like they were old friends. Enjoy!
2023-06-191h 06Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowWelcome Back Natalie from Sparkly Sewist! - Ep. 68Natalie is the force behind Sparkly Sewist. Since her first visit to the show, she has written two patterns and now works with Elizabeth Chappell of Quilters Candy. Natalie still has her fabric shop while she steps into her new role assisting Elizabeth and learning more about the business of quilting. Natalie's two patterns are so fun and great for any occasion. The first one released is called Flutter Stars, and the second is Fiona's Rainbow. Natalie is such a fun person, we just love her so much and Amanda was so excited to have her back on. Please...
2023-06-121h 08Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Shereece Nicole - Sew Hooked on Treasures - Ep. 67 Amanda chats with Shereece Nicole, the brains and creativity behind Sew Hooked on Treasures. Shereece writes patterns both for quilts and crochet (!). She also teaches classes and speaks to guilds. In this episode, she shares that she will be teaching on a quilting cruise in 2024, and has more new patterns releasing this year. Amanda and Shereece go deep into the challenges and triumphs of parenting. They also discuss what it takes to find balance in it all. Shereece has so much more to share with the maker-verse, so sit back, buckle up and join them for the ride! Fi...
2023-06-051h 27Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Kristina Trogdon of Peinte & Co. - Ep. 66In this episode, Amanda talks to Kristina Trogdon of Peinte & Co. Kristina is an up-and-coming fabric designer who is paving her own way into the world of quilting cotton. Kristina shares about her history in kinesiology, surface design for fashion companies and her eventual journey into quilting. Kristina is looking to produce fabrics that she loves so she can share them with others who love them too. Peinte & Co. is doing new designs focusing on the newest home and fashion trends, while still offering the classic quilting favorites in a reimagined way. Find Kristina here:website...
2023-05-2959 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Jemima Flendt: Tied with a Ribbon! - Ep. 65Jemima Flendt is the face of Tied with a Ribbon. She and Amanda share a background of teaching school as well as crochet. Jemima has written several quilt patterns, 3 books and continues to teach quilting at conferences, guilds and quilt shows. Jemima has just released a new book titled "Quilt it Crochet it!" in which she merges her love for crochet and her love for quilting. Each pattern in the book is written both for fabric and for yarn. So whether you're a hooker or a poker, you can make her beautiful designs! Please enjoy Jemima! You can f...
2023-05-221h 13Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Erin Bauchan-Caprara! - Ep. 64Today Amanda has Erin Bauchan-Caprara of Seam Ripper Society on the show! Erin tells Amanda how she came to quilting as a way to be able to add beautiful things to her home. Erin is a thrifty crafter and loves to source fabric and sewing tools from her local thrift shops. She learned the 3 R's (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) from her grandfather. Erin learned to quilt by diving head first into pattern-testing groups, which led her to learning a lot of new skills quickly. Erin enjoys trying new patterns while looking for ways to incorporate her thrifty finds. Please en...
2023-05-151h 22Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Jessica Rose! Quiltd Studios - Ep. 63Jessica Rose is the owner and lead designer of Quiltd Studios. Jessica joins Amanda to discuss how she went from taking the LSAT the day after her wedding to designing modern and stylish quilt patterns. Jessica has a wide range of customer service experience which gives her the ability to have a customer-forward business model while she stuns us all with her incredible designs. Please enjoy! Find Quiltd Studios here!website : https://www.quiltdstudios.com/instagram : https://www.instagram.com/quiltdstudios/ Want to see more? You can find it here: Insta: https...
2023-05-081h 02Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Emily Herbster! Peach + Honey Studio - Ep. 62In this episode, Amanda chats with Emily Herbster of Peach & Honey Studio. Emily is a fellow millennial quilter finding her niche in the quilty world. She wants to help inspire other people who may not have found their home in a hobby yet. As a self-proclaimed serial hobbyist, she found her home in quilting. Emily also designs and sells some amazing quilty stickers on her website. And she has a blog with some sewing and quilting tips and tricks for beginners. Go visit peachandhoneystudios.com, get yourself some cute stickers and enjoy this episode!Want to see m...
2023-05-011h 42Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowThe Retro Quilter, Maude MacDonald - Ep. 61In today's episode Amanda chats with Maude MacDonald of The Retro Quilter about life, quilting, designing patterns, momming and Maude's new podcast, Thread & Therapy. Maude's designs are modern while leaning into the retro vibe of bold colors, curves and big design. Maude embodies her love of retro vintage, and is fulfilling that niche in the quilting community by sharing it with all of us! If you haven't checked out her patterns or podcast, go do it! After listening to the episode, of course. Find Maude here!https://theretroquilter.com/ Want to see more? Yo...
2023-04-241h 06Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Steven Bland! - Ep. 60On this episode, Amanda turns the tables and interviews Steven Bland of Bland Designs and The Idiot Quilter podcast. Steven is a former educator who, like many of us, found his way to quilting through many of the other crafty and creative trends. Steven hosts a show over on YouTube called Bland Designs and The Idiot Quilter where he interviews other quilters, or chats about what he's got going on at the moment. He hosts sewing days over Zoom and other "retreat" options with guest speakers and instructors for a fun time that does not involve the cost of...
2023-04-171h 33Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowThe Badass Quilters Society - Ep. 59Today on the show Amanda talks with Maddie Kertay. She is an award-winning quilter and the founder and CEO of the BadAss Quilters Society. Maddie believes that dedicated community is far more important than a perfect quarter-inch seam or specific quilting style. A safe, supportive, and welcoming community for politically liberal quilters have been Maddie Kertay’s goal for 10 years and counting. BadAss Quilters Society specifically serves and supports politically liberal quilters with community, content, and commentary on the state of today’s quilting culture. Maddie is a long-time community builder having built her state’s first wholly inclusive and LG...
2023-04-101h 30Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Suzy of Suzy Quilts! - Ep. 58On today's episode Amanda chats with Suzy Williams of Suzy Quilts. Suzy is the founder of Suzy Quilts, a content author and Editor of their new magazine The Cutting Table. She is also a new designer for Art Gallery Fabrics. Suzy has an incredible team working with her to produce some amazing content for the quilty world. If you haven't experienced the Suzy Quilts world, you should go dive in! So get settled, wherever that may be, and enjoy! Find Suzy here: https://suzyquilts.com/8 Traits of Flow According to Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi https://pos...
2023-04-031h 12Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Amanda Bauer! - Ep. 57Amanda? Amanda! Amanda?! AMANDA!!! Amanda has a chat with Amanda Bauer. The creator of Quilt It List and the brains behind ALeeB Creative. Amanda B is a creative pattern designer who, like our host, wants to see the quilting world continue to grow into a loving space. The two Amandas chat about their love of asking Why? and their love of finding structure in the chaos of life. ALeeB Creative is the place where Amanda puts the energy of that organized chaos. Not only does she already have many gorgeous patterns available for sale, she also has two m...
2023-03-271h 26Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowThe Life and Times of a Millennial - Ep. 56Amanda shares some updates to her life. There's been a lot going on and some internal transformation happening. Amanda felt like sharing with ya'll and getting a little vulnerable with you. Authenticity and transparency is the name of the game! So jump in and enjoy!Want more? You can also find Amanda here: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA Want to be on the show? Send us an email! n...
2023-03-2021 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Loni of Loni's Havin' Sew Much Fun! - Ep. 55In this episode, Amanda chats with avid sewist, Loni Jakubowski. Loni's Havin' Sew Much Fun is a space of creative energy and Loni shows off all her amazing hand-made projects. Not only does she make some really beautiful clothing, she now has a fanny pack pattern out called the BFF Bag (and no, the BFF does not stand for Best Friends Forever). Loni and Amanda talk about the shared experiences of sewists, whether that be through quilting, making garments or anything in between. They also talk about the wonderful world of fabrics and the approachability of sewing for yourself...
2023-03-1355 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Ashelyn Downs of Urban Dwell Studio - Ep. 54Amanda interviewed Ashelyn Downs of Urban Dwell Studio and The Grateful Thread podcast. Ashelyn is a wife, mom of five, pattern designer, podcast host and artist.From an early age, Ashelyn was always creating. From playing “art school” with cousins and forcing her younger sisters to practice dance routines and plays for hours on end to constructing mini homes from Q-tips and glue, there was always something to transform or beautify. As an adult, her love for textiles flourished as she found herself making her family’s house into a home.During the pandemic, she began transforming vintag...
2023-02-271h 01Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Lea of TriStar Quilts - Ep. 53Meet Lea Wysong! She's a momma of five, a wife, has a degree in fashion merchandising and loves to quilt! Lea, like a lot of us, took the opportunity that 2020 presented and started doing her quilting business full time. Over the last few years, Lea has taken a dive into the pattern-writing world and is working on her first-ever pattern for sale that will be released April 1, 2023. You can see Lea's love for Americana in her work, as she strives to share her quilty vision. The two also talk about how exciting it is to see different versions of...
2023-02-2032 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Radha of Sewing Through Fog - Ep. 52Radha Weaver of Sewing Through Fog is our guest today. She left a career in the denim and fashion industry to start her sewing and quilting business. She brings her love of textiles and apparel into her art. As another medium/high silly person, Amanda and Radha get deep in conversation about the nuances of being entrepreneurs in the creative business space. Radha has a new quilt pattern releasing mid-to-late March, so go check out the excitement!Find Radha here: website: https://www.sewingthroughfog.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sewingthroughfog/ W...
2023-02-131h 40Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMaking time for me! - Ep. 51Amanda is back! Do you struggle with balancing what brings you joy with what makes you money? This week she shares some newly evolving things in her life. She is working toward more balance with work and play and trying to focus on what brings her joy. And so much joy is felt through sewing, this podcast and her family. Snuggle up in your favorite quilt and chat with Amanda. She's happy you're here!Baby quilt I referenced - https://www.instagram.com/p/CoSeSWsJmF6/Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: h...
2023-02-0620 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowWendy Chow - Ep. 50On today's episode Amanda chats with quilt pattern-writer and fellow podcaster, Wendy Chow. Wendy is an Aussie modern quilter based in New York City. She is the founder of The Weekend Quilter, and designs modern quilts and writes quilt patterns to share her passion for quilting and inspire a new generation of quilters. She is the author of Urban Quilting and her new book, The Quilted Home Handbook, and co-hosts a quilting podcast called Quilt Buzz.Hashtags to follow:#quiltedhomehandbook #urbanquiltingbook Wendy's Website: https://the-weekendquilter.comFind Wendy on Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook -->...
2023-01-2353 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowPrepping for Long Arm Quilting - Ep. 49Do you keep running into issues when you are long arming, or having your quilts long-armed? Well Amanda is here today to give some advice on how to get great results. She has seen some tricky predicaments when it comes to quilting and hopes to help you and your long-arm quilter avoid troubles. Building a relationship with your quilter is super important, and the tips Amanda gives in today's episode will help build that trust. So get a pen and take some notes. You'll be ready to get your quilt sandwich ready for some fun! Want more? You c...
2023-01-1620 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowHappy New Year! 2023 - Ep. 48Hello! We're back from Christmas/New Year's/Amanda's Birthday, and we're ready for more! Amanda comes in to say hello and talk about her Sew-a-thon birthday celebration, and her goal for quilting in the new year. She is coming into it with some great projects to tackle, and she's ready to see all of yours! As a person who doesn't like to set resolutions for the new year, Amanda is focusing on living in her truth, taking care of herself and her loved ones, and sewing for fun A LOT more. How about you? Want more? You c...
2023-01-0917 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowHappy Holidays! - Episode 47In this episode, Amanda talks about her picks for the holiday showcase video that you can watch here https://youtu.be/muCSS-nU1K8 Please go check it out! This episode has a lot of visual components, so if you can watch, head on over to YouTube so you don't miss out on the fun! Amanda quickly talks through why she picked each project, and what about it caught her eye. After this episode, we here at NYGQS will be on a holiday break. We just want to thank each and every one of you for being here with us...
2022-12-1918 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowRamblings of a Millennial - Episode 46In this episode Amanda chats about her experience with trying to balance the hubbub of the holidays and the things she wants and needs to do to preserve her mental health. Sewing for oneself can seem to be a bit of a challenge this time of year, especially if you're the owner of a quilting business! The client quilts take priority! No complaints here! Just a jolly ol' check in with the hostess with the mostess(t). Link to last year's Holiday Project highlight video:https://youtu.be/FFWgjarQLQ0 Want more? You can also fi...
2022-12-1223 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowRecent Quilts Update! - Episode 45In today's episode, Amanda talks about some of the quilts she and her mom have been working on, as well as an update about her Christmas quilt. Links to the quilts she talked about: World AIDS Day Quilt: https://www.instagram.com/p/ClrpObPv9Yp/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkSimpsons Quilt:https://www.instagram.com/p/Cld5y1zLZ1w/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkWant more? You can also find Amanda here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynAIG: https://www.inst...
2022-12-0526 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowLet's Talk Sustainability - Ep. 44Hi! Amanda here. I wanted to do a little deeper dive into sustainable quilting and what that can look like in my life. There are varying degrees to which we all try to do our part (think recycling, reusing plastic bags, etc.) and I think that approach can work for quilting too. I found some things out there on the innerweb, and I share my thoughts on it in this episode. So tuck in, and enjoy!Want more? You can also find Amanda here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynAIG: https://www.i...
2022-11-2121 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowBrooke Stambersky of Brooke's Bitchin Stitches - Ep. 43In this episode, meet Brooke Stambersky, owner of Brooke’s Bitchin’ Stitches. She began her quilting journey about 6 years ago. She has always been a creative and crafty lady, and when she finds a new craft, she dives right in! Quilting was no exception and she fell in love at first stitch. Over the past year, Brooke has launched her new quilt pattern design company and website, Brooke's Bitchin' Stitches, where she is currently working on a quilt pattern series entitled, Home. This Home pattern series allows quilters to create the United States, state by state, using fabric. These patterns...
2022-11-141h 24Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowHi, it's me! - Ep. 42In this episode, Amanda updates us on her recent activities, and the ever-changing landscape of her life. She talks about her newest adventures with the local quilt shop, her Christmas quilt, and what's coming up for her. She has had a whirlwind of a time these last couple of months, but she's working on making sure you don't go without content! Have fun projects you want to share? Share them with the hashtag #nygqs so Amanda can see! Want more? You can also find Amanda here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynAIG: htt...
2022-11-0706 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowJessie Eblen of SouthernChick Quilts - Ep. 41In this episode, Amanda chats with vintage quilter, Jessie Eblen. Jessie started SouthernChick Quilts in 2019, and loves to work with vintage pieces, helping to repair them for longer term use and preservation. Jessie learned to quilt the "old fashioned way" and has only recently given in to owning a sewing machine. Her love of hand-crafting goes so far as to have something with her at all times. If her southern charm doesn't get you hooked, then her insight into repairing quilts will. Cozy up and enjoy!Find Jessie here: website: https://www.southernchickquilts.com/facebook: h...
2022-10-241h 26Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowAstrid Bordush of Apples and Beavers - Ep 40In this episode, Amanda talks to Astrid of Apples & Beavers. Astrid is a pattern designer in Canada and has recently released some adorably fun patterns. They chat about everything from being their own bosses to embracing the challenges of parenting. Astrid was born and raised in Germany but moved to Canada as an adult. It was then that she started seeing quilts in abundance and started falling in love with them. As most small business goes, a passion hobby turned into something more for Astrid. Hear all about it in the episode. And please enjoy!Find A...
2022-10-1755 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMolly McOmber - Ep 39On this episode, Amanda talks with Molly, a brand new quilter! Abe (Amanda's husband) is classmates with Molly and introduced her to Amanda. Molly graciously agreed to be on the show so they could chat about her experience of making her first quilt. Amanda has a soft spot for young (or not!) new quilters because of the importance of getting more people interested in the craft. Molly's first jump into quilting was a big endeavor, and although it was tricky, she accomplished something awesome! Grab your drink, have a seat and hear all about it! Want more? Y...
2022-10-1057 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowBee Sew Inspired - Ep 38On the episode this week Amanda chats with Jennifer Long of Bee Sew Inspired. Jennifer is a Riley Blake Designs Fabric Designer, Quilt & Doll Pattern Writer, Machine Embroidery Digitizer and online educator. The two chat about the lifey-ness of being entrepreneurs, "slashies", and the importance of showing grace to ourselves and others. Jennifer has two new lines of fabric out this fall and lots of great projects to carry you through the winter! Find Jennifer here:https://www.beesewinspired.com/instagram.com/beesewinspired Want more? You can also find Amanda he...
2022-09-2654 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowAmari Thomsen (Next Gen Quilting) - Ep. 37This week, meet Amari Thomsen! If you haven't found her yet, go check out her Instagram! She creates budget- and environmentally friendly quilts and crafts. Her minimalistic lifestyle played a big role in how she approached learning to quilt (during the p@ndem1c no less). Amanda and Amari talk about the generosity of quilters and leaning into the community to help spread the love! Also, check the links below to find Amari's projects that she mentioned in the episode. - Scrappy Summer Quilt (the nine-patch quilt I made from scraps sent to me from the IG com...
2022-09-1958 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowQuilt Chat - Ep. 36In this episode, Amanda talks about her most recent fabric-buying adventure. She had some realizations while fretting about finding the perfect pattern for the fabric. While patterns can be wonderful, and are such a fun way to work with fabric, sometimes keeping it simple is the way to go. If you like what you make, that's all that matters! **Star Glow is a free pattern download by Sarah Made https://sarah-made.com/product/star-glow-quilt-pattern/ ** Want to be on our show? Email us at notyourgrannysquiltshow@gmail.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com...
2022-08-2920 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowAmanda Update - Ep 35On today's episode Amanda chats about the current goings on in her life, quilt projects she's been working on and an overall life update. She's excited for this season of new things happening. Her desire to grow and learn is leading her in a slightly new direction, but will hopefully continue to fuel her love for making gorgeous quilts and other crafty things. Thanks for being here, and let's dive in! Want to be on our show? Email us at notyourgrannysquiltshow@gmail.comDon’t forget to follow Amanda on Instagram! @SweetPeaDesignCompany https...
2022-08-2227 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowTeaching Abe to Quilt - Update 3They are on a roll now! In this update, Amanda and Abe head to a local favorite, The Quilt Crossing, to buy the fabric for Abe's quilt. They plan out what type of fabric Abe wants for each part of the pattern, and they dove in head first! Thankfully it didn't take them too long to find what they needed and they left happy! Abe is looking forward to cutting up the fabric and getting started on his quilt! They have to get as much done as they can in the next couple of weeks because Abe gets back...
2022-08-0809 minNot Your Granny's Quilt Show3 Reasons To Pattern Test - Ep 34Hello everyone! Today Amanda shares her best 3 reasons for being a quilt pattern tester for quilt pattern designers. She has tested several patterns and shares the perks of the process. Skill building is important as a quilter, and pattern testing is one way you can do that. Being part of a testing group is a way to build up the quilting community and create a space of collaboration, vulnerability and growth. So if you've ever wondered about testing patterns, let Amanda convince you to do it! It's worth it! Don’t forget to follow Amanda on Instagram!
2022-08-0122 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowTeaching Abe to Quilt - Update 2Update number two on Abe learning how to quilt! After teaching him how to use the sewing machine and make a quarter inch seam, it is time for him to choose a pattern to make! He loves sacred geometry and wanted to find something that could fit in that category of aesthetics. We look at options, discuss what the pattern entails and talk about how we will try to accomplish the task of making his quilt! Our next step is to buy fabric! So stay tuned for that gem! Don’t forget to follow Amanda on Instagram! @S...
2022-07-2514 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Angela Pingel Ep 33Amanda chats with math teacher/author/pattern writer/fabric designer/book lover/mom, Angela Pingel. The two discuss the ups and downs of life, parenting, owning your own business and everything in between. Angela recently released a new line of fabrics called Clueless with Windham Fabrics. Angela's love of books, more specifically stories, inspire her fabric design. The fun bright colors bring Nancy Drew's mysteries to life. Her previous line, Curious Dream, was inspired by Alice in Wonderland. Go check them out! You can find Angela here:https://angelapingel.com/ Want more...
2022-07-181h 13Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Anna Martinez - Barcelona Edition - Ep 32Welcome to the Spain Edition of the Not Your Granny's Quilt Show Podcast! Abe and Amanda went to Barcelona for their anniversary (they've been married for 10 years!), and thought "hey, why don't we try to interview a quilter in Spain?!?" And here we are. We got in touch with Anna Martinez of Sew & Patch in Barcelona, Spain. She bravely welcomed us into her shop and agreed to speak with us at her store. She is a Bernina dealer and hosts sewing and patchwork classes in her shop. The walls are filled with threads of all colors, rotary cutters, rulers...
2022-07-1124 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Holly Clarke Part 2**This is part two!** Joining Amanda this week is Holly Clarke of Holly Clarke Design. Her creative Instagram handle (@holdmyseamripper) caught Amanda's eye, and she's been a fan ever since! They chat about design, finding quilting inspiration in the wild and running a creative business. Holly's main business is graphic design, and she also has a baby clothing business called Small Potatoes that she started in 2005. So her foray into designing quilts seems like a natural progression. Her eye for design and color is what makes her work stand out. Find Holly's work here! Small Po...
2022-06-2058 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Julie from Running Stitch Quilts - Ep. 30Julie of Running Stitch Quilts joins Amanda today to talk about that quilt life. Julie is a pattern designer, an avid fitness lover and a super mom. They chat about everything from Julie buying a sewing machine on a whim to fabric choice to wrangling little ones while sewing. She has some amazing quilt patterns and just recently released a new pattern called Chevron Points. Enjoy! Find Julie here: Website- https://runningstitchquilts.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/runningstitchquilts Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.i...
2022-06-0651 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet The Sparkly Sewist - Ep. 29Natalie, the Sparkly Sewist herself, joined Amanda in conversation about getting started in sewing and quilting and their love of pretty fabric. She runs her shop out of her home, and loves to curate fabric bundles for quilts, as well as picking fabric combos for her doll clothes. Natalie has found a niche for doll lovers of all ages! The clothes she creates for 18 inch dolls are so dreamy and Amanda wishes they were her size! Kick back, relax and enjoy the conversation with Natalie! Want to check out her shop? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sp...
2022-05-3056 minNot Your Granny's Quilt Show4 Tips for Quilt SewingIn this final episode of the Beginner's Series, Amanda talks about her Top Tips for Sewing. Seam allowances, pinning, or clover clipping, and your speed all matter! It can be so frustrating to have wonky seams in your quilt. But with Amanda's tips, you will be sure to have an easier time sewing beautiful seams on your quilt. Having nice seams means your quilt blocks will come together better and you will have crisp, tight lines, which is what we all want in our quilts! Don't be silly and think that just because you follow Amanda's Top Tips that...
2022-05-2313 minNot Your Granny's Quilt Show3 Tips for Cutting Fabric - Ep 27Does the idea of cutting your fabric make you weak? Well that stops here! I used to dread cutting fabric, but follow my hot tips and the process won't scare you anymore! You might be thinking "yeah but what if I mess up?" And to that I say, you will at some point. But we all do! These tips will give you a better chance of avoiding mistakes and keeping your cuts crisp and accurate! Love you all! Don’t forget to follow Amanda on Instagram! @SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ @NotYourGrannysQuiltShow https:://www.instagram.com/n...
2022-05-0916 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Mi Esposo, Abraham - Ep 26Special episode alert! We reached 500 Instagram followers and 100 subscribers on YouTube!! So joining me today is my husband Abe! Reaching these milestones means I get to teach him how to quilt. We talk patterns, process and how he’s feeling about it all. Please enjoy! Online Shops I Like (Unaffiliated) Fat Quarter Shop: https://www.fatquartershop.com/ Farbric.com: https://www.fabric.com/ Missouri Star Quilt Company: https://www.missouriquiltco.com/ Etsy has some great shops as well one of my favorites is https://www.etsy.com/shop/thegreyfinchcompany Don’t forget to follow Amanda on ins...
2022-05-021h 06Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowPicking Fabric - Ep 25Welcome back to the Beginner Series! In this episode I talk about tips and ideas for how to choose fabric for your quilt. I name drop some of my favorite designers, talk about precut fabric and what to do when you finally hit the shops! Dig in and let me know down below if you have any questions! I decided to go out into nature, so buckle up! My ADHD is in full force on this one! Online Shops I Like (Unaffiliated) Fat Quarter Shop: https://www.fatquartershop.com/ Farbric.com: https://www.fabric.com/ Missouri Star...
2022-04-2512 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Fran Gulick - Ep 24Fran Gulick of Cotton + Joy joins us on this episode to discuss all things pattern design, fabric design, and what it is to be a millennial quilter. She has an array of skills and experience that were so fun to learn about! Go look for her NEW fabric line and stay tuned for her upcoming line being released in December 2022. Please enjoy Fran Gulick! Find Fran here: https://cottonandjoy.com www.instagram.com/cottonandjoy Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetp...
2022-04-1857 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowHow to Pick a Pattern - Ep. 23This is the second episode in the Beginners Series. Today Myranda joins Amanda to talk about the ups and downs of choosing your first pattern. There are definitely things you can look for to help you find a pattern that's not to big, and not too wild, but juuuuust right. We hope our hot tips help you pick out your first, or second... or fiftieth quilt pattern! Enjoy!Fat Quarter Fancy - https://sewcanshe.com/fat-quarter-fancy-quilt-pattern/ Fast Four Patch - https://www.diaryofaquilter.com/fast-four-patch-quilt-tutorial Lap of Luxe - https://artgalleryfabrics.typepad.com/we...
2022-04-1142 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowQuilting Bee Quilt Shop Ep 21Let's hit the road! While visiting family is fun, we just had to stop by The Quilting Bee Spokane! Whether it's choosing what fabrics to sell, or creating an unforgettable experience, the people of The Quilting Bee are busy! We chat with owner Scot and manager Makayla about it all! We hope you enjoy! You can find more on The Quilting Bee here: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheQuiltingBeeSpokane https://quiltingbeespokane.com/ https://www.facebook.com/quiltingbeespokane/ https://www.instagram.com/quiltingbeespokane/ Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/swe...
2022-03-2849 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowUpdate / Intro - Ep. 20Another quick one coming at ya. I have a couple of things to tell you about, so here they are! Enjoy the sound of my voice as I remind you to follow me on Instagram, and please subscribe to my channel! Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop
2022-03-1403 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Erica Jackman - Ep 19Hello, cute patterns! Erica Jackman is the creative brain behind Kitchen Table Quilting. Over 50 patterns in the last 10 years, and they keep on coming! If you haven't seen her patterns, go check them out. In the meantime, enjoy the show! You can find Erica's work here: Blog: www.kitchentablequilting.com IG: @kitchentablequilting Shop: shop.kitchentablequilting.com Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop
2022-03-071h 00Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Jennifer Price - Ep 18Have you ever wondered what it would be like to join a quilters guild? Well, now you don't have to! I chatted with Jennifer Price, the new President of my local quilt guild - Boise Basin Quilters. We got off to a quick conversation about all things sewing, crafting and, of course, the guild! Follow the Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynADon’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on Instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes @SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany Purchase...
2022-02-281h 01Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Mama Sweet Pea! - Ep 17In this episode, Amanda talks to the one and only Mama Sweet Pea (aka Mom, aka Michele, aka Craft Queen) about all the things. But if you take one thing away from this episode, it should be how attach better borders! So get comfy and listen in! You can follow us on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on Instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/ @SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop...
2022-02-2143 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowAmanda's Update - Ep 16This is just a quick update of what I've been working on. I will have guests again soon however, things got pretty busy and so I'll have to wing a couple of these podcasts.Follow the Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show podcast! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/not-your-grannys-quilt-show/id1590692352 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5xlx19xEptSVzx3N98vZ2W Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/ @SweetPeaDesignCo https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea D...
2022-02-1420 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Hayley Springer - Ep 15When we say we love meeting our quiltspiration idols, we mean it! Hayley Springer of Spring Daisy Stitchery is no exception in this arena. She creates gorgeous patterns, does some fantastic EPP, and has some adorable Corgis who help her with her craft. We hope you enjoy hearing from Hayley as much as we enjoyed chatting with her about her quilty journey. Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/ @SweetPeaDesignCo https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop...
2022-02-071h 47Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Beth Milton - Ep 13In this episode, we're joined by Beth Milton to talk about her story and reminisce about our quilting family. Beth is who helped get us started in this wonderful craft. We are so thankful for her and for agreeing to come on this show and talk with us! Subscribe to our channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on Instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/ @SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: ht...
2022-01-2458 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Sarah Holst - Ep 12In this episode, we're joined by Sarah Holst to discuss her story, quilt photography, an upcoming pattern release. and more. Subscribe to our channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/ @SweetPeaDesignCo https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/ MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShop
2022-01-1732 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Art Quilter Amy Carter - Ep 11In this episode, we're joined by Amy Carter of Experience the Quilt to talk all things art quilting. Don't know what that is? Don't worry, we didn't either. Amy paints her own fabrics, appliques amazing patterns, and melts things in her house to find out what textures she can create. She doesn't believe in traditional quilt patterns and loves to break the rules. Hey, we love that too. Find Amy on Instagram @experience_the_quilt https://www.instagram.com/experience_the_quilt/ and check out her YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvmEs1jN0E2xO669s...
2022-01-101h 12Not Your Granny's Quilt ShowChristmas Projects - Ep 10In this episode, we talked about our current Christmas projects, our new calendar, and more. Join us while we sew sew sew our way into the holidays! Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/ @SweetPeaDesignCo https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/ MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShop
2021-12-2014 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet Designer Katarina Roccella - Ep 9In this episode, we sit down with one of our very favorite designers, the one and only Katarina Roccella, to talk pattern inspiration, fabric design, and more. Honestly, we're still a little star struck. Did we run out and buy her newest fabric line immediately after we spoke? Yeah, yeah we did. And you'll want to too, you've been warned. Find Katarina on Instagram @katarinaroccella https://www.instagram.com/katarinaroccella/ Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/ @SweetPeaDesignCo https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ Purchase handm...
2021-12-1353 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMeet The Fixer - Jen Smyth - Ep 8In this episode, we sit down with our bestie Jen aka "the fixer" aka "the craft queen" to discuss why rag quilts are actually way harder than regular quilts, what to do when you accidentally cut your entire quilt in half, and how the powers of friendship fuel our quilting. Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/ @SweetPeaDesignCo https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/ MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com...
2021-12-0636 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowNeed Some Hot Tips for Seam Ripping? - Ep 7Even the best quilters occasionally have to bust out their seam rippers. And we’re not going to lie to you, it sucks. But there are a few ways to make the suckiest part of quilting a little less sucky. Hot tip: Make someone else do it for you. But really, drop your seam ripping stories in the comments and let’s commiserate together. Subscribe to our YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynADon’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/@SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.insta...
2021-11-2912 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowHow to Prep Your Quilt for Long Arming - Ep 6We love hand-quilted quilts just as much as the next quilter, but we’re obsessed with long arm quilting. Is it because we run a long arm quilting business? Kind of. But also because we think long arm quilting is a beautiful and long-lasting way to finish a quilt. Whether you’re planning to long arm a quilt yourself or sending a finished quilt top to a professional, there are a few things you can do to prep your quilt for a flawless long armed finish. Where do you stand? Hand-quilted or long armed? Let us know in th...
2021-11-2221 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowQuilting Tools for Beginners? - Ep 5Anyone can quilt, even you. All you need are a few simple tools to get started. We discuss our favorite can’t-live-without-’em quilting tools that will make your quilting journey smooth as buttah. (Plus a few nice-to-have options). Did we miss anything? Drop your quilt tool recommendations in the comments below!Subscribe to our YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynADon’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/@SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet P...
2021-11-1516 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowMinky... Greatest Thing Since Sliced Bread? - Ep 4No matter what pattern or fabric you choose, all quilts have one thing in common: You want them to be cozy! And nothing makes a quilt cozier than plush Minky backing. We use Minky on basically every quilt we make — and we get a lot of questions about it! How to get it, how to use it, and how to quilt it. Find out why we love Minky so much and ask your Minky questions in the comments below! Subscribe to our YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynADon’t forget to follow...
2021-11-0828 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowOur Greatest Quilting Heroes - Ep 3One of the greatest parts of quilting is the community that comes with it. Through Instagram and other social channels we quickly discovered a vast community of modern makers, just like us. Makers who aren’t afraid of bright colors and bold patterns. Makers whose DMs are always open for quilty discussions. Makers we now call friends (whether they know it or not). Subscribe to our YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynADon’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/@SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagr...
2021-11-0124 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowOur Craziest Quilting Project Stories - Ep 2Listen, sometimes quilts don’t turn out how you expect them to. Sometimes you spend a lot of time seam ripping. Sometimes you just have to think on your feet. But the end result is always a beautiful, cozy quilt — with a story in the stitches.Subscribe to our YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/@SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://ww...
2021-10-2519 minNot Your Granny's Quilt ShowHow Two Millennials Got Started Quilting - Ep 1How did two millennials go from never using a sewing machine to becoming professional quilters? Blood, sweat, and tears. Lots and lots of tears. But only for a few months. If we can learn to quilt (without crying) so can you. Check out our story and share your own quilting stories below! Follow the Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show podcast! Spotify:iTunes:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynADon’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes: https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/@SweetPeaDesignCompany: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/Purchas...
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