112 episodes
A Quilting Life Podcast Sherri McConnell & Chelsi Stratton
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4.7 • 287 Ratings
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Discussions on quilting, fabric, inspiration, creativity and more. Hosted by mother and daughter Moda fabric designers Sherri McConnell and Chelsi Stratton, A Quilting Life Podcast with Sherri & Chelsi is a series of light-hearted and informative conversations that provide the listener with quilting industry news, quilting tips, and creative inspiration.
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Sewing Machine Buyers Guide
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss all things sewing machines. Sherri recently purchased a new sewing machine so it was a good time to compare machines in different price ranges and also discuss how technology has advanced and changed what sewing machines are capable of doing.
Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/support
Show Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29559
Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/
Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFE
New Podcast Email Address: aquiltinglifepodcast@gmail.com
Lazy Daisy (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3Tjt5Zl
Hearts at Home II (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3qPIdfg
Patchwork Garden Remix (Top Ladder Behind Chelsi): https://tidd.ly/42XntHk
Shine Remix (Bottom Ladder Behind Chelsi): https://tidd.ly/432zvPM
Happy Go Lucky 2 (Top Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/3IfpsNH
Tulip & Vine (Middle Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/3PPuF2R
Starry-Eyed (Bottom Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/49V0HSq
Flowers for Emma (Behind Billy): https://tidd.ly/48Z8tve
Garden Stars Sampler (On Far Wall Above Sewing Machine): https://tidd.ly/3qLszYh
NOTE: 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.com
Chelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/
A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglife
A 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/SherriQuilts
Chelsi 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/aquiltinglife
Enjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show.
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Sharing Quilting with Others and Keeping the Joy of Quilting Alive
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share what kept them excited about quilting after they were first introduced to this hobby. They then discuss how they have tried to introduce others to quilting and give some tips on how to share the joy of quilting with others. We also want to thank everyone who has subscribed to this YouTube channel over the past 4 years. We are thrilled that we have reached the 100,000 subscriber mark. We look forward to creating more fun and informative content for everyone.
Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/support
Show Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29495
Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/
Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFE
New Podcast Email Address: aquiltinglifepodcast@gmail.com
Family Favorites Cover Quilt - Pre-Order Here (Quilt on the Wall): http://shrsl.com/4hcm2
Getaway (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/46S22cm
Patchwork Garden Remix (Top Ladder Behind Chelsi): https://tidd.ly/42XntHk
Shine Remix (Bottom Ladder Behind Chelsi): https://tidd.ly/432zvPM
Happy Go Lucky 2 (Top Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/3IfpsNH
Tulip & Vine (Middle Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/3PPuF2R
Starry-Eyed (Bottom Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/49V0HSq
Flowers for Emma (Behind Billy): https://tidd.ly/48Z8tve
Garden Stars Sampler (On Far Wall Above Sewing Machine): https://tidd.ly/3qLszYh
NOTE: 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.com
Chelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/
A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglife
A 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/SherriQuilts
Chelsi 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/aquiltinglife
Enjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show.
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Spring Cleaning and Sewing
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss spring cleaning tips and ideas and share what they plan on sewing with for this Spring season. They also discuss some of their Spring decor ideas and how they feel more productive during this time of the year.
Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/support
Show Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-107-show-notes/
Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/
Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFE
New Podcast Email Address: aquiltinglifepodcast@gmail.com
Moda 50th Anniversary Celebration Fabrics (contest kicks off in September 2024): https://shop.modafabrics.com/collection?group=Celebrating%2050%20Years%20Of%20Moda
Shine Remix (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/432zvPM
Good Vibes (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3IhmBUr
Boxed Kit for Botanical Remix: https://tidd.ly/47SPsc1
Flowers for Emma (Behind Billy): https://tidd.ly/48Z8tve
Garden Stars Sampler (On Far Wall Above Sewing Machine): https://tidd.ly/3qLszYh
Montage (Ladder Behind Chelsi): https://tidd.ly/3XUnEkf
Jelly Roll Sampler (Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/3OxWeMJ
Getaway (Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/46S22cm
NOTE: 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.com
Chelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/
A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglife
A 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/SherriQuilts
Chelsi 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/aquiltinglife
Enjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show.
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Laguna Sunrise Fabric Collection and New Quilt Book, Family Favorites
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss their new fabric collection, Laguna Sunrise. They discuss the inspirations behind this fabric line and talk about how it mixes and matches well with many of their previous fabric lines, including Strawberry Lemonade. They also share news about a new book they are releasing with Fat Quarter Shop, Family Favorites. One of Chelsi's quilts in this book will be featured in an upcoming sew-along. Laguna Sunrise is expected to ship to quilt shops in September 2024.
Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/support
Show Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29324
Laguna Sunrise Fabric Collection Introduction Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29230
Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/
Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFE
New Podcast Email Address: aquiltinglifepodcast@gmail.com
Tulip & Vine (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3SZH9FG
Patchwork Garden Remix (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/42XntHk
Flowers for Emma (Behind Billy): https://tidd.ly/48Z8tve
Garden Stars Sampler (On Far Wall Above Sewing Machine): https://tidd.ly/3qLszYh
Montage (Ladder Behind Chelsi): https://tidd.ly/3XUnEkf
Jelly Roll Sampler (Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/3OxWeMJ
Getaway (Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/46S22cm
New Moda Catalog: https://issuu.com/modafabrics/docs/cat_modapieceissue62
Sherri’s Newsletter Sign-Up: https://dogged-architect-9777.ck.page/42c3a81ccd
Family Favorites Book with Fat Quarter Shop Pre-Order: http://shrsl.com/4g600
Laguna Sunrise Fabric Collection Preview Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPu1QMw9yK0
NOTE: 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.com
Chelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/
A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglife
A 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/SherriQuilts
Chelsi 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/aquiltinglife
Enjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show.
Support the show -
Selecting and Piecing Quilt Backings and Dealing With Mistakes While Quilting
In this episode, Billy shares a new email for the podcast where listeners and viewers can send all of their listener quilt photos and listener questions to be answered on the podcast. The email is aquiltinglifepodcast@gmail.com. Sherri and Chelsi then discuss all things quilt backings. They share some of the things they consider when selecting the fabric for their backings and what size fabrics they prefer to use. They also discuss how they deal with mistakes they make while quilting.
Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/support
Show Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29227
Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/
Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFE
New Podcast Email Address: aquiltinglifepodcast@gmail.com
Magnolia (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3M0M5oN
Summer Slice (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3OgtnxB
Flowers for Emma (Behind Billy): https://tidd.ly/48Z8tve
Garden Stars Sampler (On Far Wall Above Sewing Machine): https://tidd.ly/3qLszYh
Heart of the Home Quilt Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCaad7isN8E&t=621s
The Sticky Roller: https://thestickyroller.com/
Heartfelt Quilt Pattern: http://shrsl.com/4fkm7
NOTE: 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.com
Chelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/
A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglife
A 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/SherriQuilts
Chelsi 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/aquiltinglife
Enjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show.
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Amy Smart of Diary of a Quilter
In this episode, Sherri welcomes Amy Smart from Diary of a Quilter to the show. Amy is a quilter, a blogger, a fabric designer, a pattern designer, and an author. Today, Amy shares how she first started quilting and continued pursuing her new hobby as a young mother with young children. Sherri and Amy also discuss their early blogging days and how they found each other online. Amy has a new fabric collection, Albion from Riley Blake Fabrics, that will be available to the public next month. She talks about her process of designing fabric and what specifically inspired her newest collection. Lastly, Sherri and Amy share some "bucket list" projects they both hope to complete soon. Thank you, Amy, for sharing your quilting life with us today!
Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/support
Show Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29160
Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/
Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFE
Heart of the Home (Quilt on the Wall): https://www.allpeoplequilt.com/quiltalong/heart-of-the-home-quilt-along-2024
Coastal Summer (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3XTzx9N
Vintage 2 (Ladder Behind Billy): https://tidd.ly/46MuNaa
Montage (Ladder Behind Billy): https://tidd.ly/3XUnEkf
Jelly Roll Sampler (Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/3OxWeMJ
Getaway (Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/46S22cm
Ultimate Binding and Edge Finishing Guide: https://amzn.to/3urVtyG
Heart of the Home Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCaad7isN8E&t=618s
Where to Find Amy:
Amy’s Blog: https://www.diaryofaquilter.com/
Amy’s Shop: https://diaryofaquiltershop.com/
Amy’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diaryofaquilter/
Amy’s Email Newsletter Sign Up: https://hustling-mover-716.ck.page/35a2663dee
NOTE: 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.com
Chelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/
A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglife
A 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/SherriQuilts
Chelsi 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/aquiltinglife
Enjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show.
Support the show
Customer Reviews
Easily my favorite podcast!
This slice of the crafting world has brought me so much joy after coming back to quilting after some years of hiatus whilst my son was young. Sherri, Chelsi and Billy make for a wholesome, knowledgeable, enlightening and funny trio, relating the ins and outs and in-betweens of the quilting world and its many connections and techniques…and sometimes golf and adored pets. —Seriously, I just love every episode, their easy-going conversations, beautiful quilts (I repeat watch on YouTube) and occasional guests. If I had one complaint, it would be a selfish desire to have an episode every week…or more. That said, every episode is worth the wait!
Love this podcast
One of my favorite podcasts to listen to. I feel like part of their lovely family. Entertaining, informative, funny, and interesting. Hope you make the 100,000 mark for 2024!
Bringing Joy
Your podcast brings joy to my day! Thank you Sheri, Chelsi, and Billy for giving up your time to share your love of quilting, organization, and your family with all of us. I look forward to new episodes.