American Patchwork and Quilting Radio

As we prepare for what could be a long and possibly lonely winter of being quarantined, we wanted to share some ideas for hosting a virtual quilt retreat. Hopefully it inspires you to connect with your quilting friends in a new way and still get your sewing fix. We also share a project one of our staff members is working on, some basic info on different types of pins, tips for binding (we promise, you haven’t heard some of these tips before!), and why you may want to use a Project Tracker for your UFO projects. For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here: www.allpeoplequilt.com/magazines-more/quilting-podcast/episode-483-how-to-host-a-virtual-quilt-retreat

On this episode, we share three techniques for basting a quilt (we give the pros and cons, so you can find the right method for your project). Then we share the story of a quilt shop owner who pivoted her business during the pandemic with creative and fun ideas that encouraged her customers during a hard time. We also talk about creative ways to upgrade a rolling cart for your sewing space.  For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here: www.allpeoplequilt.com/magazines-more/quilting-podcast/episode-482-3-methods-for-basting-your-quilt

Now that the weather is getting cooler and we’re spending more time inside our sewing rooms, we wanted to share some things we’re obsessed with now. Our staff shares a few trends, fabric, and products they can't get enough of -- we hope you find something you’re excited to add to your quilting life, too! We also chat with Christian Henry from The Featherweight Shop. He shares about the history of the iconic Featherweight, as well as tips for buying and maintaining these beautiful machines. For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here: www.allpeoplequilt.com/magazines-more/quilting-podcast/episode-481-what-were-obsessed-with-now

On today's show, we share tips for adding borders to your quilt without annoying waves or puckers. We also chat with the amazing Sandra Johnson about sashiko and boro stitching, as well as how Sandra is empowering herself and others through her creations and teaching. For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here: www.allpeoplequilt.com/magazines-more/quilting-podcast/episode-480-lets-talk-borders

On today's show, we're sharing some tips for getting your projects organized before the busy holiday season starts. We also chat with Susan Cleveland of Pieces Be With You. Susan is an award-winning quilter, respected teacher, and designer of tools that add really special touches to your quilt. For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here: www.allpeoplequilt.com/magazines-more/quilting-podcast/episode-479-organize-projects-for-the-future

On this episode, we’re giving some tips for displaying quilts on a quilt ladder – everything from choosing the right ladder to hanging your quilts to protecting your quilts while on display. We also give some basics for repairing antique quilts in your collection, hear what a staff member is currently working on, share our listener’s best tips for cutting, and introduce a fun new segment aimed at celebrating stories from local quilt shops. For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here: www.allpeoplequilt.com/magazines-more/quilting-podcast/episode-478-add-a-quilt-ladder-to-your-home

On this episode, our staff and listeners share stories of how quilting brings them joy. It’s so inspiring to hear how sewing makes others happy – quilting is such a meaningful hobby, and we love taking the time today to reflect on that. We also chat with Kate Basti and Quilt with Kate. For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here: www.allpeoplequilt.com/magazines-more/quilting-podcast/episode-477-how-does-quilting-bring-you-joy

On this episode, we talk about cleaning and freshening your quilts – everything from removing dust and pet hair to treating small stains to washing and drying the quilt. We also chat with Audrey Esarey of Cotton & Bourbon. For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here: www.allpeoplequilt.com/magazines-more/quilting-podcast/episode-476-get-your-quilts-spotless Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s show, we're sharing 10 tips for choosing fabric – picking fabrics and colors that look good together can sometimes be hard, so these tips will hopefully make the process easier. We’re also sharing a few inspiring stories of quilters making a difference in their communities, tips for making Flying Geese units, some products we’re loving, and ideas for keeping your UFO list from getting longer. For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here: www.allpeoplequilt.com/magazines-more/quilting-podcast/episode-475-10-tips-for-choosing-fabrics

Anyone else find it challenging to find affordable artwork that doesn’t feel cookie cutter? Welcome to the beauty of wall quilts! You can select fabrics that perfectly match the rest of your furniture/decor and create something truly one of a kind. And you don’t have to spend a fortune on fancy hangers. On today's show, we're sharing some creative ideas for hanging quilts in your home – and not all require a hanging sleeve. We also chat with Johnny Barfuss, a talented machine quilter and modern quilter. For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here: www.allpeoplequilt.com/magazines-more/quilting-podcast/episode-474-how-to-hang-your-quilts

On this episode, we're talking about cleaning your work space. A clean work space gets you organized so you can maximize your time sewing – and you can accomplish it with just a few minutes a day! We also have an exciting quilt-along announcement and an interview with the amazing Kristina Brinkerhoff of Center Street Quilts. For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here: www.allpeoplequilt.com/magazines-more/quilting-podcast/episode-473-clean-your-work-space

On today’s show, we’re talking about a fun solution that will let you enjoy the nice summer weather while also getting some sewing done! We’ll also be chatting about how to make a handwork sewing kit, simple ways to corral the mess on your work space, and a fun project a member of our staff is working on. For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here: www.allpeoplequilt.com/magazines-more/quilting-podcast/episode-472-sewing-on-the-go

This show’s theme is about displaying your quilts outside! We chat about how to display your quilts safely outdoors, so you (and everyone who passes your home) can enjoy them as we all spend more time outside. We also dive into the history of English paper piecing and discuss the pros and cons of various marking tools. A member of our staff shares a fun project that she’s working on right now – and we’ll give some quick tips for anyone who wants to have their fave quilt store featured in Quilt Sampler magazine! For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here: www.allpeoplequilt.com/magazines-more/quilting-podcast/episode-471-set-up-an-outdoor-quilt-display

On today's show, we're sharing our best tips for making a stylish bed – everything from fabric and designs to consider when making a bed quilt, how to make your bed pretty, and tips for measuring your bed to make the perfect size quilt. We’re also sharing some favorite products for handwork – we know summer is a popular time for handwork, and these tool suggestions will really up your game! One of our staff members shares a fun project that she’s working on right now. And we end the show with a few inspiring stories of quilters making a difference in their communities. For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here: www.allpeoplequilt.com/magazines-more/quilting-podcast/episode-470-our-guide-to-making-a-stylish-bed

On today's show, we're sharing tips for using your stash! Using your stash can sometimes be intimidating or overwhelming, but now's a great time to get your fabrics organized and start putting them to use in your current projects! We share some reader tips aimed at having more fun in your sewing room. Then we announce the 10 featured shops in the newest issue of Quilt Sampler -- we love using this time to celebrate some local quilt shops and give them much-deserved recognition. This is our last episode of Season 10. We'll be back in July! For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here.

On today's show, we're sharing tips to prevent back and neck pain while sewing. Now is a more important time than ever to care for your body, so especially if you've been doing a lot more sewing recently, these tips will help keep you feeling good and limber. We also share the story of a staff member's most cherished quilt, the history of sampler quilts, and an upcoming virtual quilt retreat we're hosting! To end the show, we chat with Karen Styles, a well-known Australian fabric and pattern designer. For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here.

Today’s show is a fun one – we’re sharing how to commit a random act of quiltiness during these times. Now only will it bring joy to those around you, but it’ll also bring immense happiness to yourself, too. We’re giving a few ideas for how to get some basics organized and clean in your sewing space – especially if you’re spending more time quilting these days. We share a few stories of quilters making a difference in their communities, as well as how you can get involved in our own One Million Pillowcase Challenge. We end the episode with our staff and some readers sharing how quilting is helping them through this time.  For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here.

On today's show, we're sharing 5 money-saving sewing tips. Quilting can be an expensive hobby, especially with the current economy. These tips may help you make do, so you can keep sewing while still being frugal. We're also sharing tips for fussy-cutting, a popular technique to add to your quilts. Make your next quilt backing "WOW" with some ideas for piecing your backing and prepping it correctly before quilting. We also chat with Cherry Guidry of Cherry Blossoms Quilting -- she shares tips for fusible applique and working with electronic cutters, as well as info about her cute fabrics and patterns. For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here.

On today's show, we're talking about tips for straight-line quilting and stitch-in-the-ditch! It's a great time to finish some quilts and you can get really amazing results with these two simple techniques. We're also sharing how to help health care professionals by sewing masks. And then we also do a wrap-up of trends we saw at Quilt Con last month. We end the episode with a Q&A with Meg Dunton of Monograms for Makers. For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here.

This episode is going to be a little different than usual – no interviews, no chats with our staff about tips and tricks. Today, we want to focus solely on the coronavirus and what we can all do to help each other and keep ourselves safe. It’s crazy times right now – there are constant updates on the news, new precautions to take, new closures around the city, and many of us are having to change our whole lives and routines to deal with the changes. There's so much fear and uncertainty around the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation. And we’re all trying to deal with it in different ways. On today’s show, we’ll be sharing how to help your local quilt shop and small business owners during this time, how to de-stress and gain back control using sewing, and if you’re one of the lucky parents or grandparents who are watching kids during this extended spring break, we have tips for squeezing in more time to sew when your whole family is under quarantine. For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes h