Quilting on the Side

Co-hosts Tori and Andi explore quilt pattern design, course creation, digital marketing and the ups and downs of running an online quilt business so that you can make money from your favorite hobby. They share ways they have both grown a business while juggling family and other paying work responsibilities so that others can see how to manage a profitable, crafty side hustle.

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Quilting on the Side

My Summit Story

April 08, 2025 • Andi Stanfield and Tori McElwain • Season 4 • Episode 12

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In this episode of Quilting on the Side, Andi shares her experiences participating in the Quilted Summit, discussing the benefits of collaboration, presentation styles, and the importance of engaging with an audience. She highlights the lessons learned from the event, including customer service strategies and the significance of follow-up communication. The conversation emphasizes the power of networking and collaboration in the quilting community, encouraging listeners to participate in future summits and to keep their audience engaged post-event.

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Podcast Details:

Co-Hosts:

Tori McElwain @thequiltpatchbytori

Andi Stanfield @truebluequilts

Producer:

Devan Robinson @developingwithdevan

Keywords

quilting, online summit, presentation, customer service, business growth, collaboration, engagement, feedback, promotion, lessons learned

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Quilting Summits

03:00 Andi's Experience at the Quilted Summit