Episode 171: Defining Our Signature Style, Saving Fabric for the Future, & Blending Collections Artwork

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Episode 171: Defining Our Signature Style, Saving Fabric for the Future, & Blending Collections

June 29, 2026 • Sherri McConnell & Chelsi Stratton • Episode 171

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In this episode, Sherri and Billy first provide some more thoughts on their trip to Dallas for Modavation 2026. They give an overview of what attendees are able to participate in and see while at the retreat. Sherri and Chelsi then answer a new batch of listener questions. Some of the topics they discuss include, iron-on interfacing, quilt panels, defining their signature fabric style, mixing cotton with woven fabrics, type of batting for different projects, and more!

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Poinsettia & Pear Sew Along Start Date: July 9th, 2026!

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Happy Go Lucky (Quilt on the Wall Behind Billy): https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=ORdkE0HHnXM&mid=54066&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Fshop%2FSherriQuilts%3Fsearch_query%3DHappy%2BGo%2BLucky%2BQuilt%2BPattern%2BQLD%2B224

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