Natalie, the Sparkly Sewist herself, joined Amanda in conversation about getting started in sewing and quilting and their love of pretty fabric. She runs her shop out of her home, and loves to curate fabric bundles for quilts, as well as picking fabric combos for her doll clothes. Natalie has found a niche for doll lovers of all ages! The clothes she creates for 18 inch dolls are so dreamy and Amanda wishes they were her size! Kick back, relax and enjoy the conversation with Natalie! Want to check out her shop? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sparklysewist/Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/sparklysewist Want more?You can also find Amanda here:IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompanyEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShopFollow us on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynAJoin our Patreon and help us keep the show going!https://www.patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow

In this final episode of the Beginner's Series, Amanda talks about her Top Tips for Sewing. Seam allowances, pinning, or clover clipping, and your speed all matter! It can be so frustrating to have wonky seams in your quilt. But with Amanda's tips, you will be sure to have an easier time sewing beautiful seams on your quilt. Having nice seams means your quilt blocks will come together better and you will have crisp, tight lines, which is what we all want in our quilts! Don't be silly and think that just because you follow Amanda's Top Tips that you won't have to seam rip... because you will! So make sure to keep your little seam ripper handy! Love you all! Please enjoy this episode! And if you want more, check out the links below!  Follow us on YouTube!Not Your Granny's Quilt Show  https://youtu.be/xlJ92NbgWT8Don’t forget to follow Amanda on Instagram! @SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ 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

Does the idea of cutting your fabric make you weak? Well that stops here! I used to dread cutting fabric, but follow my hot tips and the process won't scare you anymore! You might be thinking "yeah but what if I mess up?" And to that I say, you will at some point. But we all do! These tips will give you a better chance of avoiding mistakes and keeping your cuts crisp and accurate! Love you all! Don’t forget to follow Amanda on Instagram! @SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ @NotYourGrannysQuiltShow https:://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow/ Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/ Join our Patreon and help us keep the show going! https://www.patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshowYou can also find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA

Special episode alert! We reached 500 Instagram followers and 100 subscribers on YouTube!! So joining me today is my husband Abe! Reaching these milestones means I get to teach him how to quilt. We talk patterns, process and how he’s feeling about it all. Please enjoy! Online Shops I Like (Unaffiliated) Fat Quarter Shop: https://www.fatquartershop.com/ Farbric.com: https://www.fabric.com/ Missouri Star Quilt Company: https://www.missouriquiltco.com/ Etsy has some great shops as well one of my favorites is https://www.etsy.com/shop/thegreyfinchcompany Don’t forget to follow Amanda on instagram! @SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ 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 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

Welcome back to the Beginner Series! In this episode I talk about tips and ideas for how to choose fabric for your quilt. I name drop some of my favorite designers, talk about precut fabric and what to do when you finally hit the shops! Dig in and let me know down below if you have any questions! I decided to go out into nature, so buckle up! My ADHD is in full force on this one! Online Shops I Like (Unaffiliated) Fat Quarter Shop: https://www.fatquartershop.com/ Farbric.com: https://www.fabric.com/ Missouri Star Quilt Company: https://www.missouriquiltco.com/Etsy has some great shops as well, one of my favorites is https://www.etsy.com/shop/thegreyfinchcompany Don’t forget to follow Amanda on instagram! @SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ 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/notyourgrannysquiltshowFollow us on YouTube!https://youtu.be/L05pS-gxC8U

Fran Gulick of Cotton + Joy joins us on this episode to discuss all things pattern design, fabric design, and what it is to be a millennial quilter. She has an array of skills and experience that were so fun to learn about! Go look for her NEW fabric line and stay tuned for her upcoming line being released in December 2022. Please enjoy Fran Gulick! Find Fran here: https://cottonandjoy.com www.instagram.com/cottonandjoy 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 You can also find us here: https://youtu.be/hNEHla6hzE4

This is the second episode in the Beginners Series. Today Myranda joins Amanda to talk about the ups and downs of choosing your first pattern. There are definitely things you can look for to help you find a pattern that's not to big, and not too wild, but juuuuust right. We hope our hot tips help you pick out your first, or second... or fiftieth quilt pattern! Enjoy!Fat Quarter Fancy - https://sewcanshe.com/fat-quarter-fancy-quilt-pattern/ Fast Four Patch - https://www.diaryofaquilter.com/fast-four-patch-quilt-tutorial Lap of Luxe - https://artgalleryfabrics.typepad.com/weblog/2013/02/fat-quarter-gang-lap-of-luxe-by-quilt-dad.html Jumbo Rails - https://etsy.me/3urYbBg Rainbow Heart - http://www.etsy.com/listing/850376462 Spring Daisy Stitchery - https://springdaisystitchery.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel!  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA   Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram!  @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/  @SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/   Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy!  Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/  MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShopWanting more content? Join our Patreon for future exclusive content, and help us keep the show going! https://www.patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow

If you’re new, welcome! If you’re not; hello! Nice to see you :) In this series, I will specifically be addressing the beginner quilter. I was new once, and it was magic having people, my community,  to point me in the right direction. I’m hoping I can provide that for you here if you don’t have that available to you in person. The start can be so daunting. And that’s ok! Hopefully these episodes can give you a process to follow to get yourself prepared to make that start a little less scary! So settle in, and get ready to take notes! All the items I mention are linked below, so please check it all out! And, as always, please shop local when you can!  Sewing Machine: https://amzn.to/3qZ7d6RExtra bobbins (link)Thread : cotton vs. polySnips (link)Measuring tape (get a long one!)Quilt ruler: standard 6” x 24” (link)Cutting Mat Rotary Cutter (Fiskars set)Pins- small for piecing, larger for basting/long arming / safety pins for basting/ clover clipsSeam Ripper (link)Sewing needles (link) ($ store)Marking tool- pen or pencil Iron/ironing board

Let's hit the road! While visiting family is fun, we just had to stop by The Quilting Bee Spokane! Whether it's choosing what fabrics to sell, or creating an unforgettable experience, the people of The Quilting Bee are busy! We chat with owner Scot and manager Makayla about it all! We hope you enjoy! You can find more on The Quilting Bee here: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheQuiltingBeeSpokane https://quiltingbeespokane.com/ https://www.facebook.com/quiltingbeespokane/ https://www.instagram.com/quiltingbeespokane/ Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop

Another quick one coming at ya. I have a couple of things to tell you about, so here they are! Enjoy the sound of my voice as I remind you to follow me on Instagram, and please subscribe to my channel! Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop

Hello, cute patterns! Erica Jackman is the creative brain behind Kitchen Table Quilting. Over 50 patterns in the last 10 years, and they keep on coming! If you haven't seen her patterns, go check them out. In the meantime, enjoy the show! You can find Erica's work here: Blog: www.kitchentablequilting.com IG: @kitchentablequilting Shop: shop.kitchentablequilting.com Want more? You can also find Amanda here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to join a quilters guild? Well, now you don't have to! I chatted with Jennifer Price, the new President of my local quilt guild - Boise Basin Quilters. We got off to a quick conversation about all things sewing, crafting and, of course, the guild! Follow the Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynADon’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on Instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes @SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShop

In this episode, Amanda talks to the one and only Mama Sweet Pea (aka Mom, aka Michele, aka Craft Queen) about all the things. But if you take one thing away from this episode, it should be how attach better borders! So get comfy and listen in! You can follow us on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on Instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/ @SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/ MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShop

This is just a quick update of what I've been working on. I will have guests again soon however, things got pretty busy and so I'll have to wing a couple of these podcasts.Follow the Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show podcast! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/not-your-grannys-quilt-show/id1590692352 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5xlx19xEptSVzx3N98vZ2W Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/ @SweetPeaDesignCo https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/ MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShop

When we say we love meeting our quiltspiration idols, we mean it! Hayley Springer of Spring Daisy Stitchery is no exception in this arena. She creates gorgeous patterns, does some fantastic EPP, and has some adorable Corgis who help her with her craft. We hope you enjoy hearing from Hayley as much as we enjoyed chatting with her about her quilty journey. Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/ @SweetPeaDesignCo https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/ MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShop

You’re here because you love podcasts (or quilting, or both) — we love ‘em too! One of our favorite podcasts is “How Did This Get Made” hosted by the hilarious Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, and Jason Mantzoukas. It’s a podcast about bad movies and good friends. In this episode, we thought it would be fun to do our own riff on HDTGM with a quilty film from 1995, How to Make an American Quilt starring a young Winona Ryder, a bunch of other recognizable faces, and a brief but terrifying appearance by Jared Leto. Here’s what we thought.

In this episode, we're joined by Beth Milton to talk about her story and reminisce about our quilting family. Beth is who helped get us started in this wonderful craft. We are so thankful for her and for agreeing to come on this show and talk with us! Subscribe to our channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on Instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/ @SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/ MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShop

In this episode, we're joined by Sarah Holst to discuss her story, quilt photography, an upcoming pattern release. and more. Subscribe to our channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynA Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/ @SweetPeaDesignCo https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/ MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShop

In this episode, we're joined by Amy Carter of Experience the Quilt to talk all things art quilting. Don't know what that is? Don't worry, we didn't either. Amy paints her own fabrics, appliques amazing patterns, and melts things in her house to find out what textures she can create. She doesn't believe in traditional quilt patterns and loves to break the rules. Hey, we love that too. Find Amy on Instagram @experience_the_quilt https://www.instagram.com/experience_the_quilt/ and check out her YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvmEs1jN0E2xO669sSLnGkw Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/ @SweetPeaDesignCo https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/ MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShop

In this episode, we talked about our current Christmas projects, our new calendar, and more. Join us while we sew sew sew our way into the holidays! Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/ @SweetPeaDesignCo https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/ MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShop

In this episode, we sit down with one of our very favorite designers, the one and only Katarina Roccella, to talk pattern inspiration, fabric design, and more. Honestly, we're still a little star struck. Did we run out and buy her newest fabric line immediately after we spoke? Yeah, yeah we did. And you'll want to too, you've been warned. Find Katarina on Instagram @katarinaroccella https://www.instagram.com/katarinaroccella/ Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/ @SweetPeaDesignCo https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/ MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShop

In this episode, we sit down with our bestie Jen aka "the fixer" aka "the craft queen" to discuss why rag quilts are actually way harder than regular quilts, what to do when you accidentally cut your entire quilt in half, and how the powers of friendship fuel our quilting. Don’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram! @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/ @SweetPeaDesignCo https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/ Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy! Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/ MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShop

Even the best quilters occasionally have to bust out their seam rippers. And we’re not going to lie to you, it sucks. But there are a few ways to make the suckiest part of quilting a little less sucky. Hot tip: Make someone else do it for you. But really, drop your seam ripping stories in the comments and let’s commiserate together. Subscribe to our YouTube channel!  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynADon’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram!  @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/@SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy!  Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShop 

We love hand-quilted quilts just as much as the next quilter, but we’re obsessed with long arm quilting. Is it because we run a long arm quilting business? Kind of. But also because we think long arm quilting is a beautiful and long-lasting way to finish a quilt. Whether you’re planning to long arm a quilt yourself or sending a finished quilt top to a professional, there are a few things you can do to prep your quilt for a flawless long armed finish.  Where do you stand? Hand-quilted or long armed? Let us know in the comments below! Subscribe to our YouTube channel!  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynADon’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram!  @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/@SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy!  Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShop 

Anyone can quilt, even you. All you need are a few simple tools to get started. We discuss our favorite can’t-live-without-’em quilting tools that will make your quilting journey smooth as buttah. (Plus a few nice-to-have options). Did we miss anything? Drop your quilt tool recommendations in the comments below!Subscribe to our YouTube channel!  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynADon’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram!  @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/@SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy!  Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShop 

No matter what pattern or fabric you choose, all quilts have one thing in common: You want them to be cozy! And nothing makes a quilt cozier than plush Minky backing. We use Minky on basically every quilt we make — and we get a lot of questions about it! How to get it, how to use it, and how to quilt it. Find out why we love Minky so much and ask your Minky questions in the comments below! Subscribe to our YouTube channel!  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynADon’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram!  @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/@SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy!  Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShop 

One of the greatest parts of quilting is the community that comes with it. Through Instagram and other social channels we quickly discovered a vast community of modern makers, just like us. Makers who aren’t afraid of bright colors and bold patterns. Makers whose DMs are always open for quilty discussions. Makers we now call friends (whether they know it or not). Subscribe to our YouTube channel!  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtEPHeSuFjeQNIUPfk78ynADon’t forget to follow Myranda and Amanda on instagram!  @MyrandaMakes https://www.instagram.com/myrandamakes/@SweetPeaDesignCompany https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany/Purchase handmade quilts and more on Etsy!  Sweet Pea Design Co. shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop/MyrandaMakes shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyrandaMakesShop