Amanda chats with Victoria Newmeyer, the lovely lady behind Midlife Quilter. Victoria started her quilting journey at 40 years old and hasn't looked back. She is now a pattern designer, an Art Gallery Fabrics Sewcialite and has so many fun things up her sleeve. Check out her instagram and website to see all of her recent makes and patterns!Instagram: www.instagram.com/midlife_quilter/Website: www.midlifequilter.shop Want to see more? You can find it here: MERCH!!!! : nygqs.printify.me Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker!  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany  https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow  YouTube: https://youtu.be/WLW4AI89YJcEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop  Want to be on the show? Send us a message!

In this episode, Brooke Shankland, the designer and maker behind Eudaimonia Studio joins Amanda to talk about her start into quilting. Brooke began sewing in 2016 and quickly became enamored with quilting. She soon began designing patterns that suited her love for philosophies. Brooke has had many life experiences and brings her multi-dimensional knowledge to running her small business. On top of being a fantastic pattern designer, Brooke is also one of the ten Art Gallery Fabrics Sewcialites for 2023. Please enjoy Brooke!Find Brooke here:website: https://eudaimoniastudio.com/instagram: https://instagram.com/eudaimoniastudious/Free Patterns!Introspection: https://eudaimoniastudio.com/newsletter-signupResilient: https://eudaimoniastudio.com/newsletter-signupWant to see more? You can find it here: MERCH!!!! : nygqs.printify.me Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker!  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany  https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow  YouTube: https://youtu.be/WLW4AI89YJcEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop  Want to be on the show? Send us a message!

On this episode, Johnny Barfuss is Amanda's guest. He is a Jack of All Trades, and has had many different life adventures. Like Amanda (and others),Johnny came to quilting later in his life, and it wasn't something he picked up from his grandma. Although he grew up playing under her quilting frame while she stitched quilts, he worked with his parents in their music shop from his teen years into early adulthood. Johnny has worked for HandiQuilter, had a quilt accepted into QuiltCon in 2018 and has been an active advocate for love, acceptance and mental health. Johnny and Amanda had a great time, and they hope you do, too!  Look for Johnny here: youtube.com/ @JohnnyBarfuss https://www.instagram.com/johnnybarfuss/  Want to see more? You can find it here:  MERCH!!!! : nygqs.printify.me Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker!  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany  https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow  Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop  Want to be on the show? Send us a message!

Amanda is solo today to quickly update everyone about a break she's taking, but not to worry! New episodes will resume September 4. She is excited to share that Not Your Granny's Quilt Show merch is now available! The link is below, so check it out!Sewspicious Rosalia QAL infohttps://www.instagram.com/p/Ct6hfuBO12Y/  Want to see more? You can find it here: YouTube: https://youtu.be/mAB94LezqKQPatreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker!  Merch: nygqs.printify.meInsta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany  https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow  Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop  Want to be on the show? Send us a message!

On today's episode, Amanda has Kim, the face and voice behind Mr. Bones Sews! Mr. Bones is a tiny skeleton who loves to sew! Kim creates hilarious and endearing videos with Mr. Bones and his crew. They have many adventures including, opening minis of Little Tykes, candy and much more. Kim has a background of sewing and fashion design. She fell in love with quilting when she ventured to find the nearest fabric store in the town she and her husband moved to in 2017. Kim loves to play with fabric almost as much as she loves to come up with ideas for Mr. Bones. If you haven't encountered Mr. Bones yet, go get some "skeletonin"!  Find Kim, ehem, Mr. Bones here:https://www.instagram.com/mr.bones_sews/ Want to see more? You can find it here: YouTube: https://youtu.be/mAB94LezqKQPatreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker!  Merch: nygqs.printify.meInsta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany  https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow  Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop  Want to be on the show? Send us a message! 

Jenni Grover is a Wellness Coach for Makers. She's an author, quilter, and cares deeply about the intersection of craft and health, and has created a “creative resilience” wellness coaching approach that covers physical, mental, social, creative and spiritual concerns. She is a lifelong crafter who sees the need for all of us to strengthen our 5 threads of wellness so we can show up in the world as our best selves more often. Not only does Jenni work with makers, she's also an entrepreneur who has worked in advocacy for chronic illness patients, and written tons of articles. Jenni loves to empower people to use their creative voice to express their passions and reach their life goals. Amanda left this chat feeling like she had been through some therapy, so hopefully you find some kernels of truth and guidance if you need it.Look for Jenni here:https://coachjennigrover.com/ - website https://www.instagram.com/coachjennigrover/ - instagram https://coachjennigrover.com/scrappy-society-membership/ - her low-cost monthly membership to boost wellness and creativity https://coachjennigrover.com/coaching-program/ - where folks can learn about her coaching program Want to see more? You can find it here: YouTube: https://youtu.be/mAB94LezqKQPatreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker!  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany  https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow  Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop  Want to be on the show? Send us a message! 

Vickeidy Plybon is the talent behind Sewspicous. She is a quilt pattern designer, AGF Ambassador, and an Aurifil Artisan. Like Amanda, Vickeidy is a teacher turned quilter. Vickeidy loves to use bright happy colors in her quilts, which is evident in her AGF Sewcialite bundle called Alegria. She has more fun projects coming up this year, the first of which is her first-ever Quilt Along for the Rosalia pattern she released with her AGF bundle. And, we get to hear the tale of how she wore a cast for two months without breaking a bone. Please enjoy! Find Vickeidy here! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sewspicious/ Website: https://sewspicious.com/ Want to see more? You can find it here: YouTube: https://youtu.be/mAB94LezqKQPatreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker!  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany  https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow  Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop  Want to be on the show? Send us a message!

Orlando, the owner of Quiltysaurus Long Arming and Embroidery is on the show today. Orlando loves to long arm and his clients love him back. He loves complicated, FPP patterns that let him lose himself in the process. As a part time quilter, Orlando squeezes it in whenever he can. He loves the experience of working with so many styles of quilts and tastes as he long arms. The dedication Orlando has for quilting is evident in his body of work. From one long armer to another, Amanda and Orlando clicked and chatted like they were old friends. Enjoy!Find Orlando here!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiltysaurus/Website: https://www.quiltysaurus.com/Want to see more? You can find it here:YouTube: www.youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshow  Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker! Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Want to be on the show? Send us a message!

Natalie is the force behind Sparkly Sewist. Since her first visit to the show, she has written two patterns and now works with Elizabeth Chappell of Quilters Candy. Natalie still has her fabric shop while she steps into her new role assisting Elizabeth and learning more about the business of quilting. Natalie's two patterns are so fun and great for any occasion. The first one released is called Flutter Stars, and the second is Fiona's Rainbow. Natalie is such a fun person, we just love her so much and Amanda was so excited to have her back on. Please enjoy!Find Natalie here: https://sparklysewist.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sparklysewist/ Want to see more? You can find it here:YouTube: www.youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshow  Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker! Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Want to be on the show? Send us a message!

 Amanda chats with Shereece Nicole, the brains and creativity behind Sew Hooked on Treasures. Shereece writes patterns both for quilts and crochet (!). She also teaches classes and speaks to guilds. In this episode, she shares that she will be teaching on a quilting cruise in 2024, and has more new patterns releasing this year. Amanda and Shereece go deep into the challenges and triumphs of parenting. They also discuss what it takes to find balance in it all. Shereece has so much more to share with the maker-verse, so sit back, buckle up and join them for the ride! Find Shereece here! website: https://www.sewhookedontreasures.com/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sewhookedontreasures/ Want to see more? You can find it here: Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow   Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshow/Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Want to be on the show? Send us a message!

In this episode, Amanda talks to Kristina Trogdon of Peinte & Co. Kristina is an up-and-coming fabric designer who is paving her own way into the world of quilting cotton. Kristina shares about her history in kinesiology, surface design for fashion companies and her eventual journey into quilting. Kristina is looking to produce fabrics that she loves so she can share them with others who love them too. Peinte & Co. is doing new designs focusing on the newest home and fashion trends, while still offering the classic quilting favorites in a reimagined way. Find Kristina here:website - https://www.peinteandco.com/pre-orders - https://ifundwomen.com/projects/peinte-co-fabric-quilting-craftinginstagram - https://www.instagram.com/a_peinted_life/Post we discussed : https://www.instagram.com/p/CqiO3pyOyRT/ Want to see more? You can find it here:  Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker!  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop YouTube: youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshow 

Jemima Flendt is the face of Tied with a Ribbon. She and Amanda share a background of teaching school as well as crochet. Jemima has written several quilt patterns, 3 books and continues to teach quilting at conferences, guilds and quilt shows. Jemima has just released a new book titled "Quilt it Crochet it!" in which she merges her love for crochet and her love for quilting. Each pattern in the book is written both for fabric and for yarn. So whether you're a hooker or a poker, you can make her beautiful designs! Please enjoy Jemima! You can find Jemima here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiedwitharibbon/Website: https://visit.tiedwitharibbon.com/Want to see more? You can find it here:  Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker!  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop YouTube: youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshow Want to be on the show? Send us an email! notyourgrannysquiltshow at gmail dot com

Today Amanda has Erin Bauchan-Caprara of Seam Ripper Society  on the show! Erin tells Amanda how she came to quilting as a way to be able to add beautiful things to her home. Erin is a thrifty crafter and loves to source fabric and sewing tools from her local thrift shops. She learned the 3 R's (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) from her grandfather. Erin learned to quilt by diving head first into pattern-testing groups, which led her to learning a lot of new skills quickly. Erin enjoys trying new patterns while looking for ways to incorporate her thrifty finds. Please enjoy Erin! You can find Erin here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seamrippersociety/Bloc Loc Ruler hack: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CpITNvQOoB_/Want to see more? You can find it here:  Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker!  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop YouTube: youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshow Want to be on the show? Send us an email! notyourgrannysquiltshow at gmail dot com

Jessica Rose is the owner and lead designer of Quiltd Studios. Jessica joins Amanda to discuss how she went from taking the LSAT the day after her wedding to designing modern and stylish quilt patterns. Jessica has a wide range of customer service experience which gives her the ability to have a customer-forward business model while she stuns us all with her incredible designs. Please enjoy! Find Quiltd Studios here!website : https://www.quiltdstudios.com/instagram : https://www.instagram.com/quiltdstudios/  Want to see more? You can find it here:  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker!  Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop YouTube: youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshow Want to be on the show? Send us an email! notyourgrannysquiltshow at gmail dot com

In this episode, Amanda chats with Emily Herbster of Peach & Honey Studio. Emily is a fellow millennial quilter finding her niche in the quilty world. She wants to help inspire other people who may not have found their home in a hobby yet. As a self-proclaimed serial hobbyist, she found her home in quilting. Emily also designs and sells some amazing quilty stickers on her website. And she  has a blog with some sewing and quilting tips and tricks for beginners. Go visit peachandhoneystudios.com, get yourself some cute stickers and enjoy this episode!Want to see more? You can find it here:   Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker!  Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop YouTube: youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshow Want to be on the show? Send us an email! notyourgrannysquiltshow at gmail dot com

In today's episode Amanda chats with Maude MacDonald of The Retro Quilter about life, quilting, designing patterns, momming and Maude's new podcast, Thread & Therapy. Maude's designs are modern while leaning into the retro vibe of bold colors, curves and big design. Maude embodies her love of retro vintage, and is fulfilling that niche in the quilting community by sharing it with all of us! If you haven't checked out her patterns or podcast, go do it! After listening to the episode, of course. Find Maude here!https://theretroquilter.com/ Want to see more? You can find it here: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany  https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshowEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShopYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshowPatreon:  patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow   Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker!  Want to be on the show? Send us an email! notyourgrannysquiltshow at gmail dot com

On this episode, Amanda turns the tables and interviews Steven Bland of Bland Designs and The Idiot Quilter podcast. Steven is a former educator who, like many of us, found his way to quilting through many of the other crafty and creative trends. Steven hosts a show over on YouTube called Bland Designs and The Idiot Quilter where he interviews other quilters, or chats about what he's got going on at the moment. He hosts sewing days over Zoom and other "retreat" options with guest speakers and instructors for a fun time that does not involve the cost of travel. Steven is full of stories and passion for quilting, so please enjoy! Find Steven here!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwt8l9RMcNrZGNUHcx48rGwhttps://designsbybland.blogspot.com/Want to see more? You can find it here:  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany  https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Want to be on the show? Send us an email! notyourgrannysquiltshow at gmail dot com

Today on the show Amanda talks with Maddie Kertay. She is an award-winning quilter and the founder and CEO of the BadAss Quilters Society. Maddie believes that dedicated community is far more important than a perfect quarter-inch seam or specific quilting style. A safe, supportive, and welcoming community for politically liberal quilters have been Maddie Kertay’s goal for 10 years and counting. BadAss Quilters Society specifically serves and supports politically liberal quilters with community, content, and commentary on the state of today’s quilting culture. Maddie is a long-time community builder having built her state’s first wholly inclusive and LGBTQIA-affirming homeschooling group to support her family and other progressive families like it when there was no place for her family to gather with others of a like mind at the time. Maddie is the mother to 6 children ranging in ages from 33-22 and grandmother to one, Maddie makes her home in Chattanooga TN in an old house she is restoring with her husband and way too many animals, including a rotating cast on neonatal kittens for which she is a professional foster and advocate for the most medically fragile of them year-round. Maddie is a fierce advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community of which she is a part. When not caring for kittens, slinging a hammer, or out in her garden you can find her writing on her blog to further the evolution of the larger quilting community to become a more welcoming and diverse place. Somewhere in there, she sneaks in time for her passion for art quilting and on occasion sewing some clothing.Find Maddie (and other Badass Quilters) here: on Insta: @the_badass_quilterWebsite: https://www.badassquilterssociety.com/Shop: https://badassquiltersshop.bigcartel.com/  Want to see more? You can find it here:  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany  https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow  Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop  Want to be on the show? Send us an email! notyourgrannysquiltshow at gmail dot com

On today's episode Amanda chats with Suzy Williams of Suzy Quilts. Suzy is the founder of Suzy Quilts, a content author and Editor of their new magazine The Cutting Table. She is also a new designer for Art Gallery Fabrics. Suzy has an incredible team working with her to produce some amazing content for the quilty world. If you haven't experienced the Suzy Quilts world, you should go dive in! So get settled, wherever that may be, and enjoy! Find Suzy here: https://suzyquilts.com/8 Traits of Flow According to Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi https://positivepsychology.com/mihaly-csikszentmihalyi-father-of-flow/ Want to see more? You can find it here:  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany  https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow   Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshow/videosWant to be on the show? Send us an email! notyourgrannysquiltshow at gmail dot com

Amanda? Amanda! Amanda?! AMANDA!!! Amanda has a chat with Amanda Bauer. The creator of Quilt It List and the brains behind ALeeB Creative. Amanda B is a creative pattern designer who, like our host, wants to see the quilting world continue to grow into a loving space. The two Amandas chat about their love of asking Why? and their love of finding structure in the chaos of life. ALeeB Creative is the place where Amanda puts the energy of that organized chaos. Not only does she already have many gorgeous patterns available for sale, she also has two more she will be releasing later this spring! So keep an eye out for those, and in the meantime, enjoy this episode!Find Amanda Bauer here:https://quiltitlist.com/https://aleeb-creative.myshopify.com/collections/allhttps://www.instagram.com/quilt_it_list/  Want to see Amanda's quilts? You can find them here: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA Want to be on the show? Send us an email! notyourgrannysquiltshow at gmail dot com

Amanda shares some updates to her life. There's been a lot going on and some internal transformation happening. Amanda felt like sharing with ya'll and getting a little vulnerable with you. Authenticity and transparency is the name of the game! So jump in and enjoy!Want more? You can also find Amanda here: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA Want to be on the show? Send us an email! notyourgrannysquiltshow at gmail dot com

In this episode, Amanda chats with avid sewist, Loni Jakubowski. Loni's Havin' Sew Much Fun is a space of creative energy and Loni shows off all her amazing hand-made projects. Not only does she make some really beautiful clothing, she now has a fanny pack pattern out called the BFF Bag (and no, the BFF does not stand for Best Friends Forever). Loni and Amanda talk about the shared experiences of sewists, whether that be through quilting, making garments or anything in between. They also talk about the wonderful world of fabrics and the approachability of sewing for yourself. These two became fast friends and hope you join them for the fun! Find Loni here!!Insta: https://www.instagram.com/havinsewmuchfun/Blog(maybe?): https://www.havinsewmuchfun.com/welcomeBFF Bag pattern: https://www.havinsewmuchfun.com/maybe-blog/bffbagWant more? You can also find Amanda here: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA Want to be on the show? Send us an email! notyourgrannysquiltshow at gmail dot com

Amanda interviewed Ashelyn Downs of Urban Dwell Studio and The Grateful Thread podcast. Ashelyn is a wife, mom of five, pattern designer, podcast host and artist.From an early age, Ashelyn was always creating. From playing “art school” with cousins and forcing her younger sisters to practice dance routines and plays for hours on end to constructing mini homes from Q-tips and glue, there was always something to transform or beautify. As an adult, her love for textiles flourished as she found herself making her family’s house into a home.During the pandemic, she began transforming vintage quilts into useable products and a small business was born. Upon working with so many incredible quilts, Ashelyn decided to try her own hand at this artform that was such a large part of her life; so, she made her first quilt in March 2022. Then, she made another. And another... and another.While she is fairly new to quilting, her sewing experience, pattern writing and design background have culminated into creating beginner friendly quilt patterns that represent the styles and the spaces of the people that get to use them.Pulling inspiration from the full evolution of 20th century architecture, 90’s grunge, street art, travel and pop culture, she combines minimalist color pallets and artistic concepts to her work, which she hopes will inspire the next generation of quilters so that, when they discover the joy that is quilting, that there is an entire subculture corner of the quilting world with their names on it- waiting, with arms wide open.You can find Ashelyn's amazing work here: https://www.urbandwellstudio.com/https://www.instagram.com/urbandwellstudio/https://www.instagram.com/thegratefulthreadpodcast/Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA Want to be on the show? Send us an email! notyourgrannysquiltshow at gmail dot com

Meet Lea Wysong! She's a momma of five, a wife, has a degree in fashion merchandising and loves to quilt! Lea, like a lot of us, took the opportunity that 2020 presented and started doing her quilting business full time. Over the last few years, Lea has taken a dive into the pattern-writing world and is working on her first-ever pattern for sale that will be released April 1, 2023. You can see Lea's love for Americana in her work, as she strives to share her quilty vision. The two also talk about how exciting it is to see different versions of a quilt and how inspiring it can be to see other perspectives on how quilts can look. Sit back, and enjoy! Find Lea here:website: https://tristarquilts.com/Instagram: instagram.com/tristarquilts/ Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA Want to be on the show? Send us an email! notyourgrannysquiltshow at gmail dot com

Radha Weaver of Sewing Through Fog is our guest today. She left a career in the denim and fashion industry to start her sewing and quilting business. She brings her love of textiles and apparel into her art. As another medium/high silly person, Amanda and Radha get deep in conversation about the nuances of being entrepreneurs in the creative business space. Radha has a new quilt pattern releasing mid-to-late March, so go check out the excitement!Find Radha here: website: https://www.sewingthroughfog.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sewingthroughfog/ Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA Want to be on the show? Send us an email! notyourgrannysquiltshow at gmail dot com

Amanda is back! Do you struggle with balancing what brings you joy with what makes you money? This week she shares some newly evolving things in her life. She is working toward more balance with work and play and trying to focus on what brings her joy. And so much joy is felt through sewing, this podcast and her family. Snuggle up in your favorite quilt and chat with Amanda. She's happy you're here!Baby quilt I referenced - https://www.instagram.com/p/CoSeSWsJmF6/Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA Want to be on the show? Send us an email! notyourgrannysquiltshow at gmail dot com

On today's episode Amanda chats with quilt pattern-writer and fellow podcaster, Wendy Chow. Wendy is an Aussie modern quilter based in New York City. She is the founder of The Weekend Quilter, and designs modern quilts and writes quilt patterns to share her passion for quilting and inspire a new generation of quilters. She is the author of Urban Quilting and her new book, The Quilted Home Handbook, and co-hosts a quilting podcast called Quilt Buzz.Hashtags to follow:#quiltedhomehandbook  #urbanquiltingbook Wendy's Website: https://the-weekendquilter.comFind Wendy on Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook   --> @the.weekendquilter  Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop YouTube: https://youtu.be/7NI97dybme8Want to be on the show? Send us an email! notyourgrannysquiltshow at gmail dot com

Do you keep running into issues when you are long arming, or having your quilts long-armed? Well Amanda is here today to give some advice on how to get great results. She has seen some tricky predicaments when it comes to quilting and hopes to help you and your long-arm quilter avoid troubles. Building a relationship with your quilter is super important, and the tips Amanda gives in today's episode will help build that trust. So get a pen and take some notes. You'll be ready to get your quilt sandwich ready for some fun! Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop YouTube: https://youtu.be/7NI97dybme8Want to be on the show? Send us an email! notyourgrannysquiltshow at gmail dot com

Hello! We're back from Christmas/New Year's/Amanda's Birthday, and we're ready for more! Amanda comes in to say hello and talk about her Sew-a-thon birthday celebration, and her goal for quilting in the new year. She is coming into it with some great projects to tackle, and she's ready to see all of yours! As a person who doesn't like to set resolutions for the new year, Amanda is focusing on living in her truth, taking care of herself and her loved ones, and sewing for fun A LOT more. How about you? Want more? You can also find Amanda here: Episodes are also on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynAIG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShopWant to be on the show? Email us! [email protected]

In this episode, Amanda talks about her picks for the holiday showcase video that you can watch here https://youtu.be/muCSS-nU1K8 Please go check it out!  This episode has a lot of visual components, so if you can watch, head on over to YouTube so you don't miss out on the fun! Amanda quickly talks through why she picked each project, and what about it caught her eye. After this episode, we here at NYGQS will be on a holiday break. We just want to thank each and every one of you for being here with us this year. We wish you all a happy holiday season and can't wait to be back with you in the new year! This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VS3qdXxz-00Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Want to be on the show? Email us! [email protected]

In this episode Amanda chats about her experience with trying to balance the hubbub of the holidays and the things she wants and needs to do to preserve her mental health. Sewing for oneself can seem to be a bit of a challenge this time of year, especially if you're the owner of a quilting business! The client quilts take priority! No complaints here! Just a jolly ol' check in with the hostess with the mostess(t). Link to last year's Holiday Project highlight video:https://youtu.be/FFWgjarQLQ0 Want more? You can also find Amanda here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynAIG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshowEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Want to be on the show? Email us! [email protected]

In today's episode, Amanda talks about some of the quilts she and her mom have been working on, as well as an update about her Christmas quilt. Links to the quilts she talked about: World AIDS Day Quilt: https://www.instagram.com/p/ClrpObPv9Yp/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkSimpsons Quilt:https://www.instagram.com/p/Cld5y1zLZ1w/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkWant more? You can also find Amanda here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynAIG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshowEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Want to be on the show? Email us! [email protected]

Hi! Amanda here. I wanted to do a little deeper dive into sustainable quilting and what that can look like in my life. There are varying degrees to which we all try to do our part (think recycling, reusing plastic bags, etc.) and I think that approach can work for quilting too. I found some things out there on the innerweb, and I share my thoughts on it in this episode. So tuck in, and enjoy!Want more? You can also find Amanda here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynAIG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshowEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Want to be on the show? Email us! [email protected]

In this episode, meet Brooke Stambersky, owner of Brooke’s Bitchin’ Stitches. She began her quilting journey about 6 years ago. She has always been a creative and crafty lady, and when she finds a new craft, she dives right in! Quilting was no exception and she fell in love at first stitch. Over the past year, Brooke has launched her new quilt pattern design company and website, Brooke's Bitchin' Stitches, where she is currently working on a quilt pattern series entitled, Home. This Home pattern series allows quilters to create the United States, state by state, using fabric. These patterns are a wonderful way for quilters to use their fabric stash and be an artist with fabric. Each pattern focuses on a specific state within the US and features mini quilt designs. Brooke and Amanda chat about their experiences with crafting and quilting. They share a kindred spirit and find joy in the process of designing and creating beautiful things. Please enjoy!Looking for Brooke? Find her here:website: https://www.brookesbitchinstitches.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brookesbtchinstitches/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookesbtchinstitches/Want more? You can also find Amanda here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynAIG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshowEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Want to be on the show? Email us! [email protected] 

In this episode, Amanda updates us on her recent activities, and the ever-changing landscape of her life. She talks about her newest adventures with the local quilt shop, her Christmas quilt, and what's coming up for her. She has had a whirlwind of a time these last couple of months, but she's working on making sure you don't go without content! Have fun projects you want to share? Share them with the hashtag #nygqs so Amanda can see! Want more? You can also find Amanda here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynAIG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshowEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Want to be on the show? Email us! [email protected]

In this episode, Amanda chats with vintage quilter, Jessie Eblen. Jessie started SouthernChick Quilts in 2019, and loves to work with vintage pieces, helping to repair them for longer term use and preservation. Jessie learned to quilt the "old fashioned way" and has only recently given in to owning a sewing machine. Her love of hand-crafting goes so far as to have something with her at all times. If her southern charm doesn't get you hooked, then her insight into repairing quilts will. Cozy up and enjoy!Find Jessie here: website: https://www.southernchickquilts.com/facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Southernchickquiltsinstagram: https://www.instagram.com/SouthernchickquiltsWant more? You can also find Amanda here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynAIG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshowEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Want to be on the show? Email us! [email protected] 

In this episode, Amanda talks to Astrid of Apples & Beavers. Astrid is a pattern designer in Canada and has recently released some adorably fun patterns. They chat about everything from being their own bosses to embracing the challenges of parenting. Astrid was born and raised in Germany but moved to Canada as an adult. It was then that she started seeing quilts in abundance and started falling in love with them. As most small business goes, a passion hobby turned into something more for Astrid. Hear all about it in the episode. And please enjoy!Find Astrid here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/applesandbeavers/Website: https://applesandbeavers.com/Want more? You can also find Amanda here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynAIG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshowEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Want to be on the show? Email us! [email protected]

On this episode, Amanda talks with Molly, a brand new quilter! Abe (Amanda's husband) is classmates with Molly and introduced her to Amanda. Molly graciously agreed to be on the show so they could chat about her experience of making her first quilt. Amanda has a soft spot for young (or not!) new quilters because of the importance of getting more people interested in the craft. Molly's first jump into quilting was a big endeavor, and although it was tricky, she accomplished something awesome! Grab your drink, have a seat and hear all about it!  Want more? You can also find Amanda here: YouTube: - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynAIG: - https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany - https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshowEtsy: - https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShopWant to be on the show? Email us! [email protected]

On the episode this week Amanda chats with Jennifer Long of Bee Sew Inspired. Jennifer is a Riley Blake Designs Fabric Designer, Quilt & Doll Pattern Writer, Machine Embroidery Digitizer and online educator. The two chat about the lifey-ness of being entrepreneurs, "slashies", and the importance of showing grace to ourselves and others. Jennifer has two new lines of fabric out this fall and lots of great projects to carry you through the winter! Find Jennifer here:https://www.beesewinspired.com/instagram.com/beesewinspired Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshowEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynAWant to be on the show? Email us! [email protected]

This week, meet Amari Thomsen! If you haven't found her yet, go check out her Instagram! She creates budget- and environmentally friendly quilts and crafts. Her minimalistic lifestyle played a big role in how she approached learning to quilt (during the p@ndem1c no less).   Amanda and Amari talk about the generosity of quilters and leaning into the community to help spread the love!  Also, check the links below to find Amari's projects that she mentioned in the episode. - Scrappy Summer Quilt (the nine-patch quilt I made from scraps sent to me from the IG community) https://www.instagram.com/p/COsx_-8nPCn/- Chambray Shirt Quilt  https://www.instagram.com/p/CP08dADnMA9/- Wrap Ukraine in Quilts (my quilt donation and more about the program if listeners are interested) https://www.instagram.com/p/CfejaM2pXVl/- Weftovers Quilt - the baby quilt I'm currently working on https://www.instagram.com/p/Cge2J7DLcEb/ - Frankenbatting  https://www.instagram.com/p/CGxqDc7nmG6/- Franken-piecing (piecing together small pieces of fabric to create a piece large enough for pattern requirements) - https://www.instagram.com/p/CNDK48nnESg/ and https://www.instagram.com/p/CNu5Wjhn1yY/- More sustainable quilting tips  https://www.instagram.com/p/Cc5pclOrW8i/- My upcoming scrappy blazing arrows quilt project  https://www.instagram.com/p/ChFhcZqJTwi/Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www/instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshowEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Watch the episodes on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA 

In this episode, Amanda talks about her most recent fabric-buying adventure. She had some realizations while fretting about finding the perfect pattern for the fabric. While patterns can be wonderful, and are such a fun way to work with fabric, sometimes keeping it simple is the way to go. If you like what you make, that's all that matters! **Star Glow is a free pattern download by Sarah Made https://sarah-made.com/product/star-glow-quilt-pattern/ ** Want to be on our show? Email us at [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel!  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynADon’t forget to follow Amanda on Instagram! @SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ @NotYourGrannysQuiltShow https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow/ Purchase handmade quilts, minky and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/ Join our Patreon and help us keep the show going! https://www.patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow  

On today's episode Amanda chats about the current goings on in her life, quilt projects she's been working on and an overall life update. She's excited for this season of new things happening. Her desire to grow and learn is leading her in a slightly new direction, but will hopefully continue to fuel her love for making gorgeous quilts and other crafty things. Thanks for being here, and let's dive in! Want to be on our show? Email us at   [email protected]’t forget to follow Amanda on Instagram! @SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ @NotYourGrannysQuiltShow https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow/ Purchase handmade quilts, minky and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/ Join our Patreon and help us keep the show going! https://www.patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow You can also find us on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA

They are on a roll now! In this update, Amanda and Abe head to a local favorite, The Quilt Crossing, to buy the fabric for Abe's quilt. They plan out what type of fabric Abe wants for each part of the pattern, and they dove in head first! Thankfully it didn't take them too long to find what they needed and they left happy! Abe is looking forward to cutting up the fabric and getting started on his quilt! They have to get as much done as they can in the next couple of weeks because Abe gets back to teaching university math courses for the fall semester! Enjoy the shopping trip and we'll see you for the next update!Don’t forget to follow Amanda on Instagram! @SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ @NotYourGrannysQuiltShow https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow/ Purchase handmade quilts, minky and more on Etsy!Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/ Join our Patreon and help us keep the show going!https://www.patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshowFind us on YouTube to see all the fun!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA

Hello everyone! Today Amanda shares her best 3 reasons for being a quilt pattern tester for quilt pattern designers. She has tested several patterns and shares the perks of the process. Skill building is important as a quilter, and pattern testing is one way you can do that. Being part of a testing group is a way to build up the quilting community and create a space of collaboration, vulnerability and growth. So if you've ever wondered about testing patterns, let Amanda convince you to do it! It's worth it! Don’t forget to follow Amanda on Instagram! @SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ @NotYourGrannysQuiltShow https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow/ Purchase handmade quilts, minky and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/ Join our Patreon and help us keep the show going!https://www.patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow You can also find us here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/not-your-grannys-quilt-show/id1590692352 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5xlx19xEptSVzx3N98vZ2W

Update number two on Abe learning how to quilt! After teaching him how to use the sewing machine and make a quarter inch seam, it is time for him to choose a pattern to make! He loves sacred geometry and wanted to find something that could fit in that category of aesthetics. We look at options, discuss what the pattern entails and talk about how we will try to accomplish the task of making his quilt! Our next step is to buy fabric! So stay tuned for that gem! Don’t forget to follow Amanda on Instagram! @SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompanyYou can watch the episodes on YouTube for visuals and an overall good time!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop:  https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Join our Patreon and help us keep the show going! https://www.patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow

Amanda chats with math teacher/author/pattern writer/fabric designer/book lover/mom, Angela Pingel.  The two discuss the ups and downs of life, parenting, owning your own business and everything in between. Angela recently released a new line of fabrics called Clueless with Windham Fabrics. Angela's love of books, more specifically stories, inspire her fabric design. The fun bright colors bring Nancy Drew's mysteries to life. Her previous line, Curious Dream, was inspired by Alice in Wonderland. Go check them out!  You can find Angela here:https://angelapingel.com/  Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Find us on YouTube!  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynAJoin our Patreon and help us keep the show going! https://www.patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow

Welcome to the Spain Edition of the Not Your Granny's Quilt Show Podcast! Abe and Amanda went to Barcelona for their anniversary (they've been married for 10 years!), and thought "hey, why don't we try to interview a quilter in Spain?!?" And here we are. We got in touch with Anna Martinez of Sew & Patch in Barcelona, Spain. She bravely welcomed us into her shop and agreed to speak with us at her store. She is a Bernina dealer and hosts sewing and patchwork classes in her shop. The walls are filled with threads of all colors, rotary cutters, rulers, needles... basically any sewing notion you could ever need! Amanda and Anna also spill the beans on their secret stashes of fabric. Oh well, at least Anna's secret will be safe since her husband doesn't know English. Amanda loved chatting with Anna, and she hopes you love her too! Gracias por vernos! Check out Anna's shop here!https://www.sewpatch.com/ htps://www.facebook.com/BerninaBarcelona Email us if you are interested in being on the show! [email protected] Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop YouTube: https://youtu.be/yBareN0rXQIJoin our Patreon and help us keep the show going!https://www.patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow

**This is part two!** Joining Amanda this week is Holly Clarke of Holly Clarke Design. Her creative Instagram handle (@holdmyseamripper) caught Amanda's eye, and she's been a fan ever since! They chat about design, finding quilting inspiration in the wild and running a creative business. Holly's main business is graphic design, and she also has a baby clothing business called Small Potatoes that she started in 2005. So her foray into designing quilts seems like a natural progression. Her eye for design and color is what makes her work stand out. Find Holly's work here! Small Potatoes - https://www.small-potatoes.ca/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/holdmyseamripper Website - https://hollyclarkedesign.com/ Email us if you are interested in being on the show! [email protected] Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Join our Patreon and help us keep the show going! https://www.patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow