A Quilting Life Podcast

• 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 used in future Fall, and Halloween, quilt patterns. They then share what made their "Quilting Naughty & Nice" lists for 2025. Birch & Willow is expected to ship to quilt shops in August of 2026.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=32603Cozy Earth Discount: Use code AQUILTINGLIFE for 20% off site wide! https://cozyearth.com/pages/quiltinglifePumpkin Hollow (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/48BS81qCottage Charm (Quilt on the table): https://tidd.ly/4iSVRLdBirch & Willow Fabric Collection YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLyLhpDDZLQBirch & Willow Fabric Collection Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=32595Sherri’s New Patterns:Cottage Charm: https://tidd.ly/4iSVRLdCrossroads: https://tidd.ly/4iUI0ULFall Dash + Fall Dash Mini: https://tidd.ly/4jck13PPumpkin Hollow: https://tidd.ly/48BS81qPumpkin Patch: https://tidd.ly/4iPp4GYChelsi’s New Patterns:Hello Fall: https://tidd.ly/4pX5aMGHey Pumpkin: https://tidd.ly/4s7TNU6Whimsy Night: https://tidd.ly/4iQ8bMhCorn Maze: https://tidd.ly/4aMnROHAutumn Breeze: https://tidd.ly/4pt2mXLOctober Days: https://tidd.ly/44oX72PGolden: https://tidd.ly/3Ya8kktStay in the know for all things A Quilting Life--sign up for our weekly newsletter here: https://aquiltinglife.kit.com/42c3a81ccdNOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.Where to Find Us:Facebook: A Quilting Life with Sherri & Chelsi: https://www.facebook.com/groups/459389991531728/A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.comChelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglifeA Quilting Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquiltinglife/Chelsi Stratton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsistratton/A Quilting Life Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuiltsChelsi Stratton Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/StrattonHandmadeVisit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/aquiltinglifeEnjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the showSupport the show

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• 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, for the reveal of their new fabric collection.https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=32580Cozy Earth 20% off with our code AQUILTINGLIFE: https://cozyearth.com/pages/quiltinglifeGrandma's House (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3IDFep9Candy Stripes (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/48C7pzt Stay in the know for all things A Quilting Life--sign up for our weekly newsletter here: https://aquiltinglife.kit.com/42c3a81ccdNOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.Where to Find Us:Facebook: A Quilting Life with Sherri & Chelsi: https://www.facebook.com/groups/459389991531728/A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.comChelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglifeA Quilting Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquiltinglife/Chelsi Stratton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsistratton/A Quilting Life Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuiltsChelsi Stratton Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/StrattonHandmadeVisit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/aquiltinglifeEnjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the showSupport the show

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• 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 while there. Sherri, Chelsi, and Billy then share what they are each thankful for in 2025 and tell what Thanksgiving day dish they are most looking forward to having this Thursday. Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=32527Cozy Earth Black Friday Special! 40% off with our code AQUILTINGLIFE from 11/27/25 - 12/1/25: https://cozyearth.com/pages/quiltinglifeHexagon Template: https://tidd.ly/3KbhpWHFuture Retreat Events Email List: https://eternityquiltevents.com/future-events/ Posies & Pears (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/4nm42kD Homespun (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/46WcUYrStay in the know for all things A Quilting Life--sign up for our weekly newsletter here: https://aquiltinglife.kit.com/42c3a81ccdNOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.Where to Find Us:Facebook: A Quilting Life with Sherri & Chelsi: https://www.facebook.com/groups/459389991531728/A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.comChelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglifeA Quilting Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquiltinglife/Chelsi Stratton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsistratton/A Quilting Life Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuiltsChelsi Stratton Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/StrattonHandmadeVisit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/aquiltinglifeEnjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the showSupport the show

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• 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 importance of community support in the quilting world. Caitlin also delves into her creative process, the trends she observes in quilting and bag making, and how she balances her family life with her entrepreneurial endeavors. The conversation concludes with Caitlin offering a discount code for her patterns, encouraging listeners to explore her designs. Thank you Kaitlyn for sharing your quilting life with us today!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post:https://www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-153-show-notes/Cozy Earth 40% off with our code AQUILTINGLIFE: https://cozyearth.com/pages/quiltinglifeKaitlyn’s Shop: https://knotandthread.com/discount/AQUILTINGLIFE20Coupon Code AQUILTINGLIFE20 for 20% off all patterns.Knot & Thread YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@knotandthreadLongarm League Link: https://www.longarmleague.com/?ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.longarmleague.com%2Fa%2F20609%2FrMxmtCvqQuilt Organization List:https://makervalleybrand.com/products/quilting-organizer-pdf-packhttps://www.byannie.com/https://toukrainewithlove.org/Stay in the know for all things A Quilting Life--sign up for our weekly newsletter here: https://aquiltinglife.kit.com/42c3a81ccdNOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.Where to Find Us:Facebook: A Quilting Life with Sherri & Chelsi: https://www.facebook.com/groups/459389991531728/A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.comChelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglifeA Quilting Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquiltinglife/Chelsi Stratton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsistratton/A Quilting Life Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuiltsChelsi Stratton Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/StrattonHandmade Visit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/aquiltinglifeEnjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the showSupport the show

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• 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 shifts their focus to the upcoming Halloween weekend and play a fun Halloween version of Star, Bench, Cut. We hope everyone has a safe and fun Halloween weekend!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=32405Cozy Earth 20% off with our code AQUILTINGLIFE https://cozyearth.com/pages/quiltinglifeStay in the know for all things A Quilting Life--sign up for our weekly newsletter here: https://aquiltinglife.kit.com/42c3a81ccdPatchwork Moments (Quilt on the Wall & Table): https://tidd.ly/3W8aNutGet Notified for BOM Kits from Fat Quarter Shop: https://www.fatquartershop.com/poinsettia-stars-bom-quilt-kit-poinsettia-pearNOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.Where to Find Us:Facebook: A Quilting Life with Sherri & Chelsi: https://www.facebook.com/groups/459389991531728/A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.comChelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglifeA Quilting Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquiltinglife/Chelsi Stratton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsistratton/A Quilting Life Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuiltsChelsi Stratton Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/StrattonHandmadeVisit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/aquiltinglifeEnjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the showSupport the show

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