Shows
h+h ConnectExploring Knitting Innovations with Jamie Lomax & Insights from Heidi Kaisand at h+h americasJoin Darrin as he engages in a captivating conversation with Jamie Lomax, a renowned knitting pattern designer and author, and Heidi Kaisand from Hen and Chick Studio. Jamie introduces her company, Pacific Knit Co, and her innovative modular knitting patterns as well as her new book, 'The Doodle Knit Directory.' She shares her journey from corporate life to becoming a full-time designer. Heidi discusses the significance of attending H&H Americas, customer engagement practices, and offers a sneak peek at her upcoming class on customer relations. Discover the latest trends in knitting and quilt shop ownership, and learn...
2025-04-3023 min
BizTech SuperheroHeidi Kaisand Shares How AI Became Her Quilting Business' Newest EmployeeIn this episode of BizTech Superhero, host Joshua McNary sits down with Heidi Kaisand, the creative force behind Hen and Chick Studio in Conrad, Iowa. Heidi's passion for quilting has driven her to explore innovative ways to integrate technology into her business. Tune in to hear how Heidi leverages artificial intelligence to elevate her quilting retreat experiences, enhance customer engagement, and streamline her operations. From brainstorming creative event ideas during blizzards to using AI as an indispensable business adviser, Heidi shares her insights on embracing technology to sustain and grow her unique quilting empire. Whether you're a...
2025-04-0733 minh+h ConnectCustomer Engagement and Retail Insights with Heidi from Hen & Chick StudioJoin Darrin for an insightful conversation with Heidi Kaisand from Hen & Chick Studio, a quilt shop and retreat center in Conrad, Iowa. Heidi shares her experiences and the importance of attending the h+h Americas show for networking and education. Discover her philosophy on customer engagement, the evolving retail landscape, and the value of continuous learning. Heidi also discusses her upcoming class on customer engagement and shares practical tips for shop owners. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights for your retail business.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:20 Heidi's Background and Business01:17 Importance of Networking and Education at...
2025-04-0514 minh+h ConnectAttention all creative souls, quilters, and small business owners! Featuring Heidi Kaisand & Darrin SternIn the podcast, Darrin and Heidi delve into Heidi's background, discussing her early quilting experiences and her diverse career in the creative industry. From editing craft titles to managing national sales for long-arm quilting machines, Heidi eventually opened her own quilt shop, Hen & Chick Studio. In 2015, she acquired American Quilt Retailer and later expanded to include Creative Retailer Magazine to reach a broader audience of small businesses.
The discussion moves to innovation and trends in the industry, emphasizing the role of video in conveying creative ideas and reaching customers. Heidi also shares insights into how technology has positively impacted her...
2023-12-1841 min
Small Business ConversationsAn extraordinary small business owner, Heidi Kaisand, shares her story on Small Business Conversations with Tom ShayHeidi Kaisand has quite the story that she shares on Small Business Conversations. A decade ago she started a quilting store. Eight years ago she added to those responsibilities her work with the industry magazine, American Quilt Retailer. A year later she purchased the publication and is now the publisher and editor. She also creates online academies for other business owners in the trade.
Her business is unique in that it finds ways to include the customers with their purchases. Heidi makes equipment available for the customers to use and she has multi-day camps for customers who...
2023-07-0759 min
Business of CraftEpisode 27 Heidi Kaisand on the state of retailLeanne's guest is Heidi Kaisand, the publisher at American Quilt Retailer magazine. She also owns a retail shop called Hens and Chicks Studio in Conrad, Iowa and she brings a unique perspective to the topic of retail in the quilting and fabric space.
2018-02-1546 min
American Patchwork & Quilting PodcastGuests: Deb Tucker, Amy Ellis, Heidi Kaisand, and Janine VangoolI can’t wait to chat with Deb Tucker! She has been creating and teaching quiltmaking for 30+ years and her specialty is piecing efficiency. From patterns to tools to demos Deb can help us get it right easily!
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Author, Moda fabric designer and curator of fun project, my friend Amy Ellis always has something going on! We are going to chat about some of her collaborations including her new modern quilt publications that are very unique!
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I love when Heidi Kaisand of Hen & Chicks Studio joins me! Heidi and I have worked together for many years and we...
2018-01-0858 min
American Patchwork and Quilting Radio PodcastsGuests: Deb Tucker, Amy Ellis, Heidi Kaisand, and Janine VangoolI can’t wait to chat with Deb Tucker! She has been creating and teaching quiltmaking for 30+ years and her specialty is piecing efficiency. From patterns to tools to demos Deb can help us get it right easily!
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Author, Moda fabric designer and curator of fun project, my friend Amy Ellis always has something going on! We are going to chat about some of her collaborations including her new modern quilt publications that are very unique!
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I love when Heidi Kaisand of Hen & Chicks Studio joins me! Heidi and I have worked together for many years and we ha...
2018-01-0800 min
Creative Talk RadioSusan Shie on her contemporty quilting and Heidi Kaisand on appliqueGUEST - Susan Shie
Susan does INCREDIBLE Art quilts. She is one of the people I must take a workshop from. I was SO delighted when Susan agreed to come and do my show. I am going to learn all I can about how Susan creates her quilts of words, images and lots and lots of meaning.
Website -http://www.turtlemoon.com/
Blog - http://susanshie.blogspot.com/
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Guest- Heidi Kaisand
My friend Heidi Kaisand the National Sales manager for APQS the long arm company, quilt designer with patterns and other things on the horizon, mom to 3 kids under the...
2010-06-1558 minCreative Talk RadioGudrun Erla on quitling in Iceland and her tehniques. Also Heidi Kaisand on Longarm quiltingGUEST - Gudrun Erla of G.E. Designs
Website - http://www.gequiltdesigns.com/
about Quilting in Iceland, her patterns and fabric and the technique she is most known for!
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Heidi button GUEST - Heidi Kaisand of APQS on Machine Quilting.
Website - www.HeidiKaisand.com
Then I'll have I hope to collect some great machine quilting quesitons we will answer and Heidi is going to give you tips on how to find a long arm quilter that will meet your needs! http://apqs.com/
2010-04-0558 minCreative Talk RadioMachine quilting with Heidi Kaisand National Sales Manager for APQS long arm companyMy Guest was Heidi Kaisand National Sales Manager for APQS long arm company and former Sr. Editor at American Patchwork and Quilting magazine. Come listen to our chat about machine quilting! Heidi has a few unexpected tips and behind the scenes peeks!
http://heidikaisand.com/
http://apqs.com/
2010-02-0158 min