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Eva Saunders, also known as the “Gingerly” Quilter, has come a long way literally. She was born and raised in Germany and found her way to Los Angeles, California, in the United States for school. Later she moved to the eastern side of the United States where she is excited to have launched Gingerly Quilt Co. If you’re looking at quilts on Instagram, you’ve probably already seen her cool Exploding Pizza Quilt pattern.Eva's Exploding Pizza Quilt Here's Eva with her cat Bobby and her Dainty Paws QuiltAnd she just introduced her new pattern Zen BlossomsConnect with EvaWebsite: Gingerly Quilt Co.Facebook: gingerlyquiltcoInstagram: gingerlyquiltcoTikTok: gingerlyquiltcoEtsy: GingerlyQuiltCo
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Dora Cary loves quilting for the creativity and freedom of expression it gives her, and she loves the quilting community for the amazing generosity and sense of camaraderie. Her quilts have been displayed in many of the larger quilt shows.I am so thankful that Dora shared about becoming a citizen of the United States and how the freedoms that we tend to take for granted mean so much to her.Here's some of Dora's quilts that we talked about in the interviewBeads on a String - her first quilt pattern.Arabesque - foundation paper pieced - the third quilt she ever made.Only One - one fabric - one shape - a simplified and modern one-block-wonder quilt.Here is Dora with Totally Spring - This was her first quilt accepted at QuiltCon in 2015.Patch Nine - her second quilt accepted at QuiltCon in 2016Also in 2016 Dora was at her first Market in Houston.A few more of her quilts: City Girl - inspired by traditional block Farmer's Daughter, Llamarama quilt at the Paso house in the sun, and Boxing Play. It was fun to meet Dora in person at QuiltCon 2024Connect with Dora:Website: Orange Dot QuiltsFacebook: Orange Dot QuiltsInstagram: orangedotquiltsEtsy: OrangeDotQuiltsYouTube: Orange Dot Quilts
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When Megan Fowler is not behind a sewing machine or chasing a toddler, you can find her enjoying the Colorado outdoors. Yet if that wasn’t enough she is running not only one quilty business, but two! Megan’s dream for Modern Moon Quilt Studio is to marry her special love for vintage design and her fondness for modern quilting to be able share her version of modern nostalgia with the quilting world. Then not long ago she created Quilt Scouts to bring quilting adventures to quilters. She hopes to encourage us to step out of our comfort zone and try something new in a fun way.Here's a couple of Megan's patternsHappy CamperHey ScoutSome of the badges available at Quilt Scouts Connect with MeganModern Moon Quilt StudioWebsite: Modern Moon Quilt StudioInstagram: modernmoonquiltstudioQuilt ScoutsWebsite: Quilt ScoutsInstagram: quiltscoutsofamerica
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It was fun to realize that this episode would be released during the week of Melissa Struttmann’s open house celebrating Osage Hills Retreat’s 2-year anniversary. Melissa has put so much thought, work, and love into creating a wonderful place for crafters to gather. She has learned through her life with the excellent work she has accomplished to bring all her expertise together. You can easily see this in the events that she offers at Osage Hills Retreat. Please take a moment to look at her episode page on A Quilter’s Life website to see her quilt that four generations worked on. Notice in the picture of the quilt there’s the little black sewing machine that she used on that project.Here's Melissa's favorite quilt that four generations worked onConnect with Melissa about Osage Hills RetreatWebsite: Osage Hills RetreatFacebook: Osage Hills Retreat Instagram: osagehillsretreatPinterest: Osage Hills RetreatTikTok: osagehillsretreatYelp: Osage Hills Retreat And here's her links for Osage Hills QuiltingWebsite: Osage Hills QuiltingFacebook: Osage Hills Quilting Instagram: osagehillsquiltingEtsy: OsageHillsQuilting
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Imagine living in Houston and not knowing about the International Quilt Festival, then a friend takes you to see all the wonderful quilts. What an incredible introduction to quilts for Ellen Happe Phillips. Ellen fell in love with this craft and never looked back. With each step she improved her skills and now uses her long arm quilting to help others make beautiful quilts.Here's Ellen's quilt A Study in LonestarsAnd we talked about how the quilting on It's All About the Quilting quilt Ellen made and ended up recieving a blue ribbon!It was fun to meet Ellen at QuiltCon 2024Connect with EllenInstagram: ellenhappeFacebook: Ellen Happe Phillips
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When Jody Leonardo suggested that I interview Rochelle Rice, I was thrilled. I’d been wanting to connect with Rochelle and her co-host, Leslie Bercher, for awhile, but hadn’t done it yet. Rochelle and Leslie are the co-hosts of the Inappropriate Quilters Podcast and I guess I had them up on a bit of a pedestal. So when Rochelle told me that she’s been listening to A Quilter’s Life I was in shock. It was so much fun to chat and realize we have such respect for each other. Rochelle teases me at the end that we chatted for many hours. I’m sure we could have, but my interviews don’t last that long.Here's a Mosaic Quilt that Rochelle madeConnect with RochelleInstagram: doughnutwarriorAnd listen to her podcast:Inappropriate Quilters Podcast
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Purple Daisy Quilt Designs is the culmination of Jody Leonardo’s experiences of participating in sewing groups, working in quilt shops and selling handmade quilts. Now she has expanded to offering quilt patterns to allow individuals to make their own quilts. This is a dream come true for Jody and she’s so excited to share a little piece of her creative world with us.This is Jody's quilt called KenzieConnect with JodyWebsite: Purple Daisy Quilt DesignsInstagram: purpledaisyquilt_designsFacebook: Purple Daisy Quilt Designs
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Mary Shepherd and I met at QuiltCon2024 in Raleigh, NC. She is an avid quilter and the president of the Delaware Modern Quilt Guild. Since Mary’s retirement from being a mathematician and computer scientist she has become an author with her first quilting cozy mystery, Free Motion Murder.Here's some of Mary's quilts.Mid Century EnergyNemish FlimsyVolcanoFind out more about Mary's book, Free Motion Murder on her website Mariners' Compass Murders.
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It was so fun to get to know Robyn Capps. Her daughter had posted a picture of one of Robyn’s quilts on her Facebook page and my sister happened to see it. I’m so glad this led to an interview. So, thanks Sadie and Ruth for helping this connection to happen.Here's pictures from Robyn's Chicken Quilt We also talked about Jerriann Massey and the Christian Quilt Guild.Listen to Jerriann's episode: Jerriann MasseyConnect with Jerriann:Website: Annie McHugsInstagram: anniemchugsFacebook: Annie Mc HugsWebsite: Christian Quilt GuildFacebook: Christian Quilt GuildFacebook: We are called to PRAY
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Lisa Shepard Stewart encourages others to express themselves creatively through culturally relevant techniques and materials. Although she loves African fabrics with every fiber of her being, she also loves to learn and share about other cultures from around the world.The intro on this episode is going to be a bit longer than normal because during the interview Lisa experienced an earthquake. I didn’t want to leave that part in the middle of her interview, but I do want to share it. I’ve edited it so you aren’t hearing Lisa repeat, “Paula hold on.” and time between statements as she was figuring it out. Then after she called back we had a little conversation about it. Also, I wanted Lisa to have this recording of a major event in her life. So glad that she was safe during this!When you listen to the interview you will hear a soft hum when I ask the question What message would you want to leave with them? I believe that hum was the beginning of the earthquake.Here are some of Lisa's quilts:Korhogo Antelope and Citron Moon Corded Cabin and Makola On My Mind wall hangings I'm so glad I had the priviledge of meeting Lisa at QuiltCon 24 Connect with LisaWebsite: Cultured ExpressionsInstagram: culturedexpressionsFacebook: Cultured Expressions
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Teri Henderson Tope is an internationally recognized teacher and lecturer who loves all types of applique. She is creative and full of life which shows up as she’s up early and gets more done before noon than most others accomplish all day. I meant to ask Teri about her motto “Well behaved women seldom make history, so let’s make a little history”. But I think a bit of that shows through in this interview. I love that she always finds something good about each day.I found the following paragraph on Teri's website. She has accomplished so much!Her quilts have been exhibited in shows across the United States and in Japan, winning an award or two. Her quilts and patterns have been published in Quilter’s Newsletter Magazine, Quilter’s Quarterly, The American Quilter, Keepsake Quilting and Clotilde. Teri is the Author of “Applique in Reverse” published by the American Quilter’s Society. And has designed over 35 patterns for her company, Material Girl Designs. She has been a member of the Applique Society since 1998 and served 6 years on the TAS board as Marketing Chair. She is a member of The National Quilter’s Society and its Columbus Ohio chapter, The Quintessential Quilting of which she served as Vice President and President, and the American Quilters Society. Teri loves to travel, teach, lecture and share her joy of applique.We talked about these two quilts during the interview.He Loves MeThis is the way Teri appliques feathers Connect with Teri.Website: Teri TopeFacebook: Teri TopeInstagram: teritope
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I had such a wonderful time at QuiltCon 2024 in Raleigh, NC, this past February. While there I had the opportunity to meet several people that I have interviewed on A Quilter’s Life and also many others became new friends. Carrie Dell, the executive director of American Quilt Study Group,was in their booth when I walked in and introduced myself. I was so excited that she logged onto my website and signed up to be interviewed while I stood there chatting with her. Although Carrie hasn’t made a quilt, she is surrounded by quilters and loves quilts. She is doing a great job keeping quilting stories alive. Thanks Carrie and everyone involved with the American Quilt Study Group for working so hard. Here's Carrie and the other volunteers that were at QuiltCon 24.I'm so glad that I had the opportunity to meet Carrie at QuiltCon also.Find out more about American Quilt Study Group on their website: AQSGAlso check them out on these links:Facebook: American Quilt Study GroupInstagram: americanquiltstudygroupYouTube: American Quilt Study Group
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At my eye doctor appointment I was able to ask about getting glasses so that I could see the TV and also see the close work when working on a binding. It is so wonderful that my eye doctor, Holly Sprout, is a quilter and knew exactly what I was wanting. She even named the new combination Quilting in her software. The day that I returned to interview Holly, those new glasses were ready and they are wonderful.And I wanted to mention again that it’s so enjoyable to walk into Holly’s business and see a quilt on the wall. She does such a wonderful job on her quilts!Here's the quilt that was hanging by the reception desk when I was there.
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Jan Lockhart hasn’t been quilting all that long, but she has fallen in love with our craft! I am awestruck by the stunning Feathers quilt she made using a pattern from Alison Glass. Jan sent a picture of this quilt to be used as the feature picture for this episode. You may also find it on her episode page on A Quilter’s Life website.Here's the Alison Glass Feathers pattern that Jan made.
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Jackie Perry started quilting as a hand quilter and loved teaching hand piecing and hand quilting. As she continued to learn more techniques, she added to her classes. She recently retired from teaching, but she loves the fellowship with other quilters. Jackie also enjoys designing original work and participating in challenges. Many of her quilts have been in major quilt shows. You may have seen her quilts as she is a multiple International Quilt Show award-winning quilter, including many Best of Show. We talk about several quilts that are shown below.Look at the detail of this whole cloth quilt. The colors are from the thread where Jackie quilted. Except the mouse in the center which she painted first. This is Mouse Pad.Diamonds GaloreAmish CountryCirc TouchéFeline la FleurJoy of SpringSlash and Curve
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I’ve always been amazed by whole cloth quilting, but Karlee Porter has taken it to a whole new level! She has developed graffiti quilting which is a very unique technique that encompasses a copious amount of quilting designs. Ten years ago Karlee wrote a book to share this technique with others and quilters fell in love with it. Graffiti Quilting has grown so much that Karlee updated her bookand her class to offer her students to not only to make quilts be more beautiful with each traditional rule that is broken, but with each new design combination they learn skills that will sky-rocket as they build the muscle memory to execute all the free-motion quilting visions.Here's an example of Graffiti Quilting that Karlee made. Here's the links Karlee talked about in her episode:The royal huntress video:https://youtu.be/Wqd5dHahfDkThe Ira Glass Creative Process Video:https://youtu.be/PbC4gqZGPSY If you're interested in Karlee's class she has given me an affiliate link so that you can save $25.Use AQL25 when you sign up at https://www.karleeporter.com/product-category/education/ Connect with KarleeWebsite: Karlee PorterInstagram: karleeporterdesignFacebook: Karlee Porter DesignPinterest: Karlee PorterYouTube: Karlee Porter
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Erin Grogan was able to leave a job that she didn’t care for to start her own quilting businessLove Sew Modern. Her goal with the patterns she designs is to create the beauty she wishes to see in the world and to help others find their creative voices too. Erin has a unique style that everyone is falling in love with.Erin and I recorded this episode before QuiltCon 2024 in Raleigh, NC, so we talked about attending. But by the time this is released QuiltCon will have come and gone. Erin and I did get to connect at QuiltCon. I'm posting the picture of us together down below.Here's Erin's Apparotlly It's a Party Quilt that she taught on the Caribbean Cruise.Connect with Erin -Website: Love Sew ModernInstagram: lovesewmodernFacebook: Love Sew ModernPinterest: Erin Grogan - Love Sew ModernHere's Erin and me at QuiltCon2024Also, Thanks again to Carolina Moore for the connection with Erin Grogan.Here’s where you can find Carolina:Website: Always Expect Moore.comYouTube: Carolina MoorePinterest: Carolina MooreInstagram: craftmooreFacebook: Always Expect MoorePodcast: I Love Notions
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“I’m just an old fashioned lady. Been around a long time.” That’s how Elsie Coleman introduced herself to me. I had the privilege of going to Elsie’s home to interview this centenarian and seeing her beautiful quilts. She continues to make amazing quilts.Newspaper articles about Elsie in 1995 and 1999 Quilt that was raffled in 2012 and info on it Some of her quiltsQuilt that her Aunt Ella made. Elsie is pointing out the flower that was made from her childhood clothing. Cross Stitch that she needs to quilt yetThe first quilt she used fabric paint and then quilted around. The second quilt shows her amazing hand quilting. The tag is on her quilt with nine patches. Elsie embroidered the angles and then put them in a quilt.I was amazed that this quilt was pieced! This Cross Stitched and Hand Quilted quilt Elsie made for her sister.
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Jen Frost of Faith and Fabric finds inspiration from the everyday things around us. Her faith is central to her family’s life, and is often reflected in her full Scripture Quilts™ patterns and the smaller Scripture Quilts™ blocks. She also values the skill of sewing, and thinks it’s one that we need to continue to teach each generation. If you’re new to sewing, Jen invites you to try out some of her beginner-friendly sewing projects.Here's a couple of Jen's quilts. Connect with JenWebsite: Faith and FabricFacebook: Faith and FabricInstagram: Faith and FabricPinterest: Jen Frost / Faith and FabricYouTube: Faith and FabricAlso check out Jen's 2024 Scripture Quilts Awards!
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So many of the quilt shop owners I’ve talked to share that they don’t get to make the quilts themselves much anymore, but I am so impressed with Sheila Squires that she makes it a priority to take time to quilt. She is very involved with the community and you’ll be amazed how many quilts these quilters in Seward, Alaska, are making! Connect with Sheila on Facebook: Sew 'n Bee CozyShort video of Sew 'n Bee Cozy on A Quilter's Life YouTube Channel
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