Latest Quilts Podcast Episodes
Astrid Bordush of Apples and Beavers - Ep 40
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - October 17, 2022 13:45 - 55 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn 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 mov...
From Stashed to Stocked
Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing - October 12, 2022 05:00 - 28 minutesHi Folks, Welcome to the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast! In this episode, I'm chatting how to take your fabric collection from a dirty little secret stash to a wonderfully useful stock. Quilt On the Wall: Ophelia Quilt designed by Pieced Just Sew You can find the pattern here Maywood Stu...
Molly McOmber - Ep 39
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - October 10, 2022 11:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsOn 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...
Fear of Cutting Up Your Fabric Stash
Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing - October 05, 2022 05:00 - 25 minutesHi Folks, Welcome to the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast! In this episode, I'm chatting about the fear of cutting up your fabric stash. Quilt On the Wall: Kapow Quilt Pattern by Kustom Kwilts You can find the pattern here Tula Punk Tiny Coordinates Sampler Spree Slow Along Where you ca...
Packing for Quilting Retreats
Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing - September 28, 2022 05:00 - 40 minutesIn this episode of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast we're chatting about packing for quilting retreats. It can be overwhelming to think about all the things you need to bring with you in order to enjoy your sewing time away from home. Quilt on the Wall: Lottie designed by Penelope Ha...
Bee Sew Inspired - Ep 38
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - September 26, 2022 11:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsOn 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...
Sewing Machine Educators and Finding A Quilt Class
Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing - September 21, 2022 05:00 - 24 minutesSewing Machine Educators and Quilt Classes In this episode I'm breaking down just what a Baby Lock Educator is and what the team does. It's been a blast to be a part of the Baby Lock Educator team. I've gotten the chance to meet Baby Lock sewing machine owners and shop owners from across Nort...
Amari Thomsen (Next Gen Quilting) - Ep. 37
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - September 19, 2022 11:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsThis 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...
Season 3 Premiere
Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing - September 14, 2022 05:00 - 24 minutesHi I’m Nicole Gilbert and this is the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast. Each Wednesday join me as I share the ins and outs of that quilt life. If you don't have a sewing machine, can bust out a super fly Y seam, or just want to hear about the newest or coolest quilty news, this is the pod...
Quilt Chat - Ep. 36
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - August 29, 2022 11:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn 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 yo...
Amanda Update - Ep 35
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - August 22, 2022 11:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsOn 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...
Teaching Abe to Quilt - Update 3
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - August 08, 2022 11:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsThey 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...
3 Reasons To Pattern Test - Ep 34
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - August 01, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsHello 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 test...
Teaching Abe to Quilt - Update 2
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - July 25, 2022 11:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsUpdate 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, ...
Meet Angela Pingel Ep 33
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - July 18, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 41 ratingsAmanda 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. Ange...
Meet Anna Martinez - Barcelona Edition - Ep 32
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - July 11, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsWelcome 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...
Meet Holly Clarke Part 2
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - June 20, 2022 11:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratings**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...
Meet Holly Clarke Part 1
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - June 13, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 41 ratingsA slightly chaotic podcast about all things quilting. Join Amanda as she discusses the ups and downs of quilting, interviews famous and not-so-famous quilters, and navigates life as a modern millennial maker. Trust us, this is not your granny’s quilt show. Follow Amanda on Instagram at @notyour...
Meet Julie from Running Stitch Quilts - Ep. 30
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - June 06, 2022 11:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsJulie 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 amazin...
Meet The Sparkly Sewist - Ep. 29
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - May 30, 2022 11:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsNatalie, 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 fo...
4 Tips for Quilt Sewing
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - May 23, 2022 11:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn 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 ...
3 Tips for Cutting Fabric - Ep 27
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - May 09, 2022 11:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsDoes 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 ...
Meet Mi Esposo, Abraham - Ep 26
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - May 02, 2022 11:05 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 41 ratingsSpecial 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 (Una...
Picking Fabric - Ep 25
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - April 25, 2022 13:32 - 12 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsWelcome 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...
Meet Fran Gulick - Ep 24
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - April 18, 2022 11:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsFran 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 bei...
How to Pick a Pattern - Ep. 23
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - April 11, 2022 11:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsThis 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 hel...
Quilting Tools for Getting Started - Ep 22
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - April 04, 2022 11:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsIf you’re new, welcome! If you’re not; hello! Nice to see you :) In this series, I will specifically be addressing the beginner quilter. I was new once, and it was magic having people, my community, to point me in the right direction. I’m hoping I can provide that for you here if you don’t ha...
Quilting Bee Quilt Shop Ep 21
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - March 28, 2022 11:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsLet'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 e...
Update / Intro - Ep. 20
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - March 14, 2022 11:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★ - 41 ratingsAnother 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/sweetpeadesigncomp...
Meet Erica Jackman - Ep 19
Not Your Granny's Quilt Show - March 07, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 41 ratingsHello, 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.kitchentabl...