Measure Twice, Cut Once

Send us a text In this episode, Susan welcomes Carina Gardner, a renowned fabric designer and CEO of multiple companies. Carina, who has designed fabric for Riley Blake Designs, dies for Silhouette, host of the Make and Design Podcast, creater of Design Suite, and is the founder of the University of Arts and Design, shares her journey and strategies for building a thriving creative business. The episode covers Carina's latest exciting project, her new office 'the barn,' and its role in her content creation and family life balance. Carina also delves into the significance of niche marketing, follower engagement, and the real metrics of success. She discusses her approach to content creation and her notable achievement of founding the University of Arts and Design, offering comprehensive design and business education. Carina emphasizes listening to her community, pivoting based on needs, and the importance of impactful time management. Packed with actionable advice and inspiring stories, this episode is a must-listen for aspiring creative entrepreneurs. 01:04 Introducing Carina Gardner 02:26 Balancing Family and Business 07:29 Content Creation Strategies 12:21 The Importance of Niche and SEO 18:48 Design Suite and University Programs 26:51 Building a Lasting Legacy 30:10 Final Thoughts and Farewell Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

Send us a text Join me at QuiltCon 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona! I had the pleasure to speak with vendors, attendees and teachers, and recorded them to share with you. Find out more about them below: Hollyann of String and Story https://www.stringandstory.com/Kristin of Laurastar https://www.laurastar.com/Lorelai Kueker of Pigs in a Blanket Quilting https://www.pigsinablanketquilting.com/Cheryl Koranda - Longarm League https://www.longarmleague.com/Natalie of OESD https://oesd.com/Amy Chappell https://amerooniedesigns.com/Karlee Porter https://www.karleeporter.com/Elizabeth deMoo of Brown Bird Designs https://brownbirddesigns.com/Enjoli Strait with BERNINA https://www.doodlequiltingstudio.com/Sew Becca - https://sewbecca.com/Melissa Renfrey of Storyteller Stitchery https://storytellerstitchery.com/Chelsie of Pink Door Fabrics https://www.pinkdoorfabrics.com/Blair Stocker Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

Send us a text In the latest season of 'Measure Twice, Cut Once,' dive into the world of creative entrepreneurship and quilting. Join me as I welcome Amy Smart, of Diary of a Quilter, a well-established quilter and fabric designer for Riley Blake Designs. Amy and I discuss Amy's journey from blogging to designing fabric, the evolution of her business, her strategies for maintaining balance, and insights on the quilting community's changes over the years. Learn practical tips for managing a creative business, the importance of taking breaks, and the benefits of outsourcing. Plus, hear about Amy's inspiring trip to Mexico City and her upcoming fabric line with Riley Blake Designs, 'Mary Catherine.' It's an episode packed with valuable lessons for both aspiring and seasoned creative entrepreneurs. Visit Amy at the following places: InstagramYouTubeFacebook 00:00 Introduction to Season 5 01:03 Guest Introduction: Amy Smart 02:19 Current Projects and Business Insights 04:08 The Evolution of Blogging and Social Media 09:33 Balancing Business and Personal Life 20:30 Outsourcing and Delegation 22:59 Becoming a Fabric Designer 28:17 Inspiration from Mexico City 34:46 Conclusion and Farewell Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

Send us a text In this episode, I welcome world traveler Kim Caskey to the podcast. You can find out more about her from her website at www.kimcaskey.ca and more about her world tours at www.kimcaskey.ca/tours as well as on Facebook and Instagram. Kim has the enviable job of coordinating and organizing textile tours around the world, including Ireland, Scotland, France, England, Wales, Japan, France, and Italy. Kim frequently likes to tie in quilt festivals into these tours, as these are great ways to explore the different styles and subjects of the quilts of the world. I'm excited to announce that I'll be joining Kim on her July 2025 Birmingham London Tour! Kim's cohost will be Paula Rafferty, an Irish quilter, who is a certified judge, and part of the tour will include her guiding the tour participants through the Birmingham Quilt show through the winning quilts through a judge's eye. In September of 2025, Kim will be joining special guest Pam Holland in Australia! Several special guests in Australia will include Jen Kingwell and Kathy Doughty. Visit my blog to download the brochures 00:00 Introduction to Season 5 01:07 Guest Introduction: Kim Caskey 02:27 Quilting Tours Around the World 05:02 Upcoming Birmingham and London Tour 13:35 Exploring the Australia Tour 15:01 Kim's Journey into Quilting 26:14 The Art of Custom Quilting Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

Send us a text In this episode, I emphasize the importance of collaboration over competition, urging the community to share knowledge, celebrate others' successes, and seek help without fear. I advocate for giving proper credit to original ideas and designs, ensuring a supportive and vibrant creative industry. Tune in to learn how generosity can form a strong foundation for a prosperous, creative business. When we work together, it not only improves our projects but improves the entire community! 00:00 Introduction to Season 5 01:03 The Power of Collaboration in Quilting 02:20 Overcoming the Fear of Sharing 03:58 Honoring Originality and Giving Credit 05:27 Fostering a Collaborative Community 07:16 Conclusion and Call to Action Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

Send us a text Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

Send us a text In Season 5 of Measure Twice, Cut Once, the focus shifts to the business side of quilting and creative entrepreneurship. The season aims to share personal experiences and host guest discussions on building a thriving creative business. The opening of the episode introduces Heather from PurpleHobbies.com, who designs custom 3D printed sewing tools. My favorite is the binding third hand. But whether you want to organize your bobbins, or find the perfect pin holder, or tag and label your quilt in progress, her custom tools are like having a secret weapon in your crafting arsenal. Use the code. SBS15 for 15% off any items in her online store. Head over to PurpleHobbies.com and see how Heather is bringing innovation right to your crafting table. If you haven't had a chance to, listen to Episode 94 of Measure Twice, Cut Once with Casey Brown. The core topic for this episode explores the fair pricing of creative work, emphasizing the need to value the experience and skills artisans bring to their projects. Practical advice is given on calculating hourly rates and overhead costs, supported by a spreadsheet provided to help listeners price their work accurately. The episode also highlights common overlooked costs and offers a challenge to track all aspects of a project for better pricing evaluation. Grab your pricing calculator spreadsheet here. 00:00 Welcome to Season 5 01:04 Introducing PurpleHobbies.com 01:57 The Art of Pricing Your Work 06:27 Understanding Overhead Costs 09:01 Practical Pricing Strategies 13:58 Tracking Your Time and Costs 16:12 Final Thoughts and Challenge Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

Send us a text Mastering Creative Entrepreneurship and Pricing with Casey Brown In this episode of Measure Twice, Cut Once, I introduce to you my special guest Casey Brown, a pricing expert and author of 'Fearless Pricing' and founder of Boost Pricing. Casey's TED Talk can be viewed here. Casey talks about helping artisans command the prices they deserve and shares insights on pricing, valuing one's work, and building confidence as a creative entrepreneur. The discussion covers practical steps for setting price floors and ceilings, overcoming the fear of pricing, and improving negotiation skills. This episode aims to empower creatives to confidently monetize their crafts while staying true to their passion. Interested in learning more about Cleft Care International? You can do so here. 00:00 Welcome to the New Season 00:29 Introducing the Season's Focus 01:29 Meet Casey Brown: Pricing Expert 02:40 Diving into Pricing Strategies 10:25 Understanding the Floor and Ceiling in Pricing 18:01 Building Confidence in Your Value 31:32 Casey's Inspirational Journey 34:31 Conclusion and Farewell Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

Send us a text In the new season of Measure Twice, Cut Once, I'll be delving into the behind-the-scenes of building a creative business. The season features personal experiences and guest interviews about navigating creative entrepreneurship. I'll shares my creative journey of turning a quilting hobby into a thriving business, sparked by the challenges of the 2020 pandemic. Despite the demands of the business side, I'll emphasizes maintaining the joy of the craft, balancing creativity with necessary online presence, and learning new skills. This season is designed for those dreaming of starting a creative business or interested in the intersection of passion and profession. 00:00 Welcome to the New Season 00:29 A New Direction: Creative Entrepreneurship 01:29 Reflecting on My Creative Journey 02:09 From Hobby to Business: My Quilting Story 03:33 Building a Digital Presence 04:56 Balancing Hobby and Business 08:49 Social Media: A Double-Edged Sword 11:45 Looking Ahead: Prioritizing Joy 13:14 Final Thoughts: Finding Your Balance Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

Send us a text Exploring Creative Entrepreneurship and Quilting with Tabatha Smith In this episode of 'Measure Twice, Cut Once,' I welcome Tabatha Smith, also known as the Quilt Retreat Queen. Tabatha discusses her journey of building a successful quilting business and the upcoming Quilted! Summit, a virtual event featuring 25 speakers sharing insights about quilting and creative business endeavors. The episode delves into her retreat center, Camellia Palms, her Quilt Queens Membership how it helps quilters finish their UFOs (unfinished objects), alongside discussing trends in the quilting industry. Be sure to grab your FREE ticket to Quilted! The Virtual Summit Yazzii Bags - https://yazzii.com/ Quilt Retreat Queen's Instagram Feed Camellia Palms Instagram Feed 00:00 Welcome to the New Season 01:29 Introducing Tabitha Smith: The Quilt Retreat Queen 02:50 Exciting Events and Summits 06:13 The Joy of Hosting Retreats 09:09 Quilt Retreat Center Features 13:39 Memberships and UFO Challenges 18:10 Creative Freedom and Letting Go 22:50 Business Partnership and Social Media 25:02 Trends in Quilting 28:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Are you looking to ADVANCE your machine quilting skills? Machine quilting can be very solitary, especially on a longarm. It's just not that easy to pack up your machine and head to a friend's house for the day, right? But it's important to have that community - that sharing of ideas and tips, encouragement and motivation. For more information and to sign up, visit our website. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

Send us a text The Power of the Not To-Do List in Creative Entrepreneurship In season five of Measure Twice, Cut Once, the focus shifts to the behind-the-scenes world of quilting and creative business building. I'll share personal experiences and strategies for turning a passion into a profession, emphasizing the importance of a 'not to-do list.' This approach prioritizes conscious decisions on what to avoid to maintain focus and achieve goals efficiently, without sacrificing joy. The episode covers practical methods for managing time, reducing overcommitment, and maintaining creativity, providing valuable insights for aspiring and established creative entrepreneurs. 00:00 Introduction to Season Five 01:40 The Power of the Not-To-Do List 02:57 Real-Life Examples of Not-To-Do Lists 07:58 Daily Habits and Boundaries 10:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Support the show ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

#machinequilting #artquilting #grafitti Over 10 years ago Karlee Porter invented and made wildly popular her signature style of quilting - Grafitti Quilting. Machine quilting has never looked so gorgeous! Basically, it's a mashup of all kinds of unexpected designs in the same quilted area. But that's not all. Oh no! It also involves breaking lots of quilting "rules" to achieve a very unique, and extremely personalized look. In the first edition of her book "Grafitti Quilting", first published in 2017, Karlee broke down her system into a step by step process that even non-doodlers like myself could learn to quilt. In her upcoming 3rd edition, she has MASSIVELY enlarged on the printed content of the book, plus added tons of QR codes, linking to all kinds of in-depth video training. Listen in as we chat about the new book, traveling the world, the marvels of digital learning, and much, much more. If you can't wait to take Karlee's class, here's a sweet $25 off for you! Use the code SBS25 class registration: https://bit.ly/3v1ZD0u Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Support the Show. ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

Amy Freyn is one of only TWO longarm quilters in the entire country of Equador! She's a professor by day, and an avid quilter by night. She credits quilting with saving her life - twice! Her story of change and pivot and taking chances is truly remarkable. Amy's also the #dancingquilter. Take up her challenge and post your own videos with the hashtag. Let your happiness show ❤️ You can find Amy and her dancing REELs on Instagram as @quitoquilts. Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Support the Show. ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

Carly Brush and Lydia Kao are representing WHATNOT, which is a community marketplace all wrapped up in an app. They are both so excited to be building the Quilting and Sewing category of WHATNOT, and it is growing at a tremendous rate. It has been designed to serve small business owners, with simplicity and convenience and, really, it's a virtual store front for small businesses and individuals. You'll hear some really creative ways that crafters are getting involved. Carly and Lydia weren't able to join at the same time, so this conversation is in two parts, and you'll get to hear both of their stories and perspectives. They have lots of examples of ways crafters are using the platform to not only buy and sell, but to support charitable goals, and to promote community. Check out the app for yourself - listen in on some live presentations....see what other crafters are doing...and see if this might be a good fit for you and your particular niche. FOR A $15 CREDIT on your first purchase, head to whatnot.info/stitchedbysusan Instagram - WHATNOT main profile Instagram - WHATNOT Handcrafted Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Support the Show. ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

Adria Good has been quilting for a very long time! She's quilted through getting married...kids...homeshooling...basketball coaching...all the things. Her story is one of learning and growing. New idea? Research and learn. New upgrade? Practice, and expand capabilities. New challenge? Take it one step at a time. You CAN do the hard things. Listen to hear all these stories and more. Adria has grown from sewing simple plush toys with her first sewing machine to working at an industrial longarm quilting machine. She now produces YouTube video and online courses, teaching women all over the world the art of free motion quilting. Adria can be found in all these places: Facebook Quilting school Instagram YouTube Tiktok Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Support the Show. ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

Today I'm talking about a slightly uncomfortable topic - what to do when everything’s just going wrong. Just last week, I received a schooling in this! I regularly live stream quilting a project on YouTube and Facebook. I’ve dubbed it Live & Unscripted, and sometimes Quilting’s First Reality Show because it’s just that - real time process without any edits or “cleaning up”. I’ve always included the rough bits, like thread or needle breaks, or second-guessing design decisions, because my goal is to help viewers see what a quilting studio really looks like. See how long things really take. See if I really do quilt in bare feet and manual mode! Well, this particular live stream started off with a lurch. About 8 minutes before going LIVE, I discovered that the backing of the quilt was about 2” shorter than the front. That’s a problem. A big problem. It kind of went downhill from there….re-doing while loading…tension problems…camera problems…a loose seam catching the hopper foot and stitching it in…and so it went, until finally I just called a halt. So this is some candid talk about how that feels....and what I learned from YOU, the viewers. And spoiler - it's all good❤️ Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Support the Show. ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

Sam Alberts was one of my very first podcast guests - see Episode #4. Now she's back to give us an update on her Quilting Curve Studio. Sam's been (of course!) quilting, lo, these many months. But also, she's made significant pivots in her business. She was finding that a) there are only so many hours a body can quilt, and that translates into a ceiling on income b) she has a wealth of experience to share with other quilters who are earlier in their journey c) she missed the companionship of other quilters So! Sam's quilting has entered the digital world. She's launched a YouTube channel, as well as several on-demand courses, and also been traveling to local and national quilt shows. Listen in as Sam lets us see behind the shiny bits - the new skills that have to be learned (video editing!)...the prioritizing that takes place (fewer customer quilts)...and ultimately the reward of seeing her quilting business grow, and her students flourish. You can find Sam in all these places: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Website FLODESK 50% off your first year https://flodesk.com/c/FLODESKISAWESOME Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Support the Show. ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

Dixie Thue (pronounced too-ee) is a fellow Canadian, and a quilter with broad experience, and stories to match! Listen in as we chat about her ranch life in northern Canada, raising St. Bernard puppies, and her collection of sewing machines. Quilters seem to be multi-talented people, and Dixie is no exception. Skim through her feed on Instagram and you'll find sourdough bread, garden abundance, those ADORABLE St. Bernard puppies, grandkids, and so much more. You can find Dixie right here: Instagram Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Support the Show. ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

Leah Nixon and Grace Nixon Peterson are a powerful duo - two sisters that create greeting cards rich with meaning. The word "card" seems too simple - their artwork, the thoughtfulness of every word, their passion about writing to each other by hand - all these come together to create one-of-a-kind snail mail. We chat about the themes behind their annual collections, their personal stories that play hugely into their lives today, and the remarkable power of the written word. Plus, we dip into creating a business around your passion, and how interests, mission, and joy all intersect to form the perfect business. Grace and Leah can be found in these places: Website Instagram And....sign up for their newsletter (written by Leah) to receive 20% off your first purchase! Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Support the Show. ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials

In Dara's own words - "If you can make a quilt, you can do anything. That includes taking control of your life and losing weight that has been holding you back." Dara Thomasson is a longarm quilter and a quiltmaker. She teaches all these skills, but also coaches and teaches women to love themselves thin. Her approach is positive, holistic, and REAL! Dara is based in Canada, and travels and teaches at many quilting guilds. She also has a podcast dedicated to helping women in their weight loss journey. You can find Dara in all these places: website: quilting information website: weight loss coaching Podcast: Love Yourself Thin Want to try free motion quilting but don't know where to start? Here's 3 simple steps to get going. Support the Show. ------------------------ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating and review here. Resources: ADVANCE, my monthly subscription membership FREEHAND QUILTING MASTERCLASS, an on-demand comprehensive course ALL-OVER FEATHER, sign-up for a FREE quilting class And here's where you can find more of my work: YouTube - LIVE & UNSCRIPTED episodes Website - for more information on classes and quilting services Facebook - current projects and photos Instagram - current projects and photos Pinterest - photo galleries and tutorials