A Quilting Life Podcast
Episodes
170 episodes
Author Laura Vanderkam | Helping Quilters Find More Time to Sew and Quilt
In this episode, Sherri welcomes best selling author Laura Vanderkam to the show. Laura's new book, Big Time come out tomorrow, May 5th, 2026. Sherri was able to read an advanced copy of this terrific book prior to their conversation and throug...
Camille Roskelley of Thimble Blossoms
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi welcome Camille Roskelley of Thimble Blossoms on the show! Camille is a fellow Moda fabric designer and was great source for advice and information when Sherri and Chelsi first started up their pattern and fab...
Quilting Day Habits, Pressing vs Ironing, and Preventing Puckering & Wavy Borders
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share some of their quilting habits. They then discuss the difference between "pressing" and "ironing" and give tips on how to avoid puckering and wavy borders.
Selecting the Right Batting, Altering Quilt Patterns, & Naming a Quilt Shop
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer a new batch of listener questions. Some of the topics they discuss include, picking a name for a quilt shop, selecting the correct batting for a quilt based on what the quilt is intended for, altering q...
Choosing a Spring Color Palette, Spring Cleaning, and Spring Sewing
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss why they feel it is so important to get some Spring cleaning done every year in their sewing space. They explain how Spring cleaning can help kickoff your Spring sewing season. They also share their fa...
The Quilting Process and Photographing Quilts
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss and define what they believe the key aspects of "The Quilting Process" are. They walk through the different tasks that must be completed in order to finish a quilt. They then discuss quilt photography ...
Fabric Trends, Vintage Fabric Uses, & Revisit Desert Bloom Fabric Collection
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss the latest fabric trends they have observed and also share why they don't believe it is important to stay up to date with fabric trends as a designer. They then discuss what to do with older/vintage ha...
Sewing with Small Pieces and Valentine's Day Fun & Surprises
n this episode, Sheri and Chelsi share tips and give advice on how to better sew with small pieces when quilting. They discuss different tools and notions that can help simplify small pieced projects and quilts. They then engage in the popular ...
2025 A Quilting Life Awards Show
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi announce the winners of the 2025 A Quilting Life Awards. They recap their favorite patterns, fabric lines, and finished quilts they completed in 2025. Billy also shares the most viewed podcast episode and vide...
2026 Quilting Goals and Looking at the Year Ahead
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share their quilting goals for 2026. They also share some things they are looking forward to in 2026 and give some subtle teases as to events that may be occurring later this year.
Managing Fabric During a Mystery Sew Along, Favorite Pre-Cut Quilts, and h+h Show
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer a new batch of listener questions. They discuss the recent news of International Quilt Market being cancelled, how to manage fabric during a mystery sew along, their favorite pre-cuts to use when making...
Designing the Birch & Willow Fabric Collection and Making the 2025 Quilting "Nice List"
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi do a deep dive into the designing of their new fabric collection, Birch & Willow. They share how this new Fall fabric line has been in the works for quite some time and how they envision this fabric being ...
New Fabric Announcement, Christmas Sewing, and Favorite Christmas Things
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi announce the share date for a brand new fabric collection, discuss their Christmas sewing plans for 2025 and share some of their "favorite Christmas things." Be sure to check back in on Friday December 12th, f...
Hawaiian Quilt Retreat and Giving Thanks in 2025
In this episode, Sherri recaps her recent Hawaiian quilt retreat on the beautiful island of Kauai. She discusses the quilting projects that were made by the attendees and shares all the other fun adventures they were able to participate in whil...
Kaitlyn Howell of Knot & Thread
In this engaging conversation, Kaitlyn Howell of Knot and Thread Designs shares her journey from a long arm quilter to a successful pattern designer and business owner. She discusses her early influences, the evolution of her business, and the ...
Sizing Considerations in Quilts and Start, Bench, Cut Halloween Edition
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss all the different aspects of sizing that is considered when designing and piecing a quilt. They discuss block sizing, overall quilt size, and what size prints to use throughout a quilt. The crew then s...
2025 Quilt Market Recap, Moda 50 Year Anniversary, and Exciting New Collaborations
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi recap their recent trip to Houston Texas for the 2025 International Quilt Market. They talk about the Moda Fabrics 50 year anniversary and share a new fabric collaboration with Moda and Shannon Fabrics. They a...
Introducing the Poinsettia & Pear Fabric Collection
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss their new fabric collection, Poinsettia & Pear. They discuss what inspired this new Christmas fabric collection and also share how it can be used for more than just Christmas quilts and projects. S...
Coloring Quilt Patterns, Attending Quilt Shows and Why Square Quilts?
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer a new batch of listener questions. They discuss coloring their quilt patterns, using the correct stitch length for different projects, quilt batting, long arm quilting pricing, share advice for attendin...
Fantasy Fabric Draft and Favorite Fall Fabrics and Decor
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi participate in their first ever fantasy fabric draft as they both select colors from Moda Solids to begin their hypothetical Fall fabric line. They also discuss their favorite fall fabrics and decor.
Sewing with Unreleased Fabric and our Top "Go-To" Quilts
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss their process of sewing with a brand new fabric collection that has yet to be released. They share how they approach which quilt patterns they will make first and what they do if there are any hiccups ...
New Sewing Studio and Back to School Memories
In this episode, Sherri debuts her new sewing studio and offers some tips and advice for anyone who might be transitioning into a new sewing space anytime soon. Sherri, Chelsi and Billy then share some of their back to school memories as Chelsi...
Jenelle Kent of Pieces to Treasure
In this episode, Sherri welcomes fellow Moda fabric designer and quilter Jenelle Kent to the show! Jenelle joins us from her home country of Australia and shares her journey as a quilter, fabric designer, and shop owner. She also has just relea...
Struggles Quilters Face and Keeping a Positive Mindset
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss some of the struggles they faced when they began quilting and designing fabric. They share how they dealt with and overcame these struggles and also talk about the importance of keeping a positive mind...
The Right Amount of Projects, Sample Sewing, and Displaying a Quilt on Your Bed
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer some new listener questions. They discuss how many projects they are comfortable working on at a time, how Sherri got involved in sample sewing, how to display a quilt on a bed, how to arrange fabrics i...