A Quilting Life Podcast

• Quilt Block Construction from Idea to Finished Block and Writing Quality Quilt Patterns

  In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss their process of constructing quilt blocks from start to finish. They share how they take their ideas from paper or computer into their sewing space to start constructing their blocks. They also discuss what makes a great quilt pattern and how important it is to have someone proofread patterns before they are published.https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=31695Stay in the know for all things A Quilting Life--sign up for our weekly newsletter here: https://aquiltinglife.kit.com/42c3a81ccdCozy Earth 40% off with our link (or code AQUILTINGLIFE): https://cozyearth.com/pages/quiltinglifeAll American Remix (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/4kh1XW9Vintage 2 (Quilt on the table): https://tidd.ly/46MuNaaNOTE: 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 show.Support the show

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• 2025 Quilter's Tool Buyer Guide and Traditional Piecing vs Specialty Rulers

  In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share their 2025 Quilter's Tool buyer guide list. They discuss tools and notions they think benefit quilters of all skill levels. Sherri also shares an exciting news about a quilting vacation she will be taking part of next Summer in England! We have linked all the tools and products discussed in the episode below.https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=31593Cozy Earth Special Sale May 2-4: Buy one get one free women's bamboo pajamas with the code AQUILTINGLIFE here: https://cozyearth.com/pages/quiltinglifeSummer Slice (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3OgtnxBMix & Match (Quilt on the table): https://tidd.ly/3IhvCwuJolly Bar Book: http://shrsl.com/4vrvdJolly Bars: http://shrsl.com/4vrveNew Bella Color Cards: https://tidd.ly/44PmVpEQuilting Extravaganza with Sherri and Vanessa Goertzen of Lella Boutique: https://www.craftours.com/tour/10-day-quilting-extravaganza-in-england-with-sherri-mcconnell-and-vanessa-goertzen/Cutterpillar Link: https://cutterpillar.co/?ref=ahmqguedUse Code AQUILTINGLIFE for 15% offTools & Notions Mentioned in Episode45mm Olfa rotary cutter: http://shrsl.com/4vy2iOlfa cutting mat: http://shrsl.com/4vy2jClover Seam Ripper: http://shrsl.com/4vy2kMagic Quilting Spray (Sherri): http://shrsl.com/4vy2lFlatter Quilting Spray (Chelsi): http://shrsl.com/4vy2mTriangle Paper: http://shrsl.com/4vy2nBloc Loc Ruler: http://shrsl.com/4vy2pCreative Grids Ultimate Flying Geese Ruler: http://shrsl.com/4vy2oDiagonal Seam Tape: http://shrsl.com/4vy2qProject Boards: http://shrsl.com/4vy2sWool Pressing Mat: http://shrsl.com/4vy2uPressing Bar: http://shrsl.com/4vy2vQuilter’s Clapper: http://shrsl.com/4vy35Mini Simple Folded Corners Ruler: http://shrsl.com/4vy34Clover Wonder Clips: http://shrsl.com/4vy331/2" Ruler: http://shrsl.com/4vy32Stiletto: http://shrsl.com/4vy30Add a Quarter Ruler (for foundation paper piecing): http://shrsl.com/4vy2zQuick Turn Fabric Tube Turner: http://shrsl.com/4vy2xAccuquilt Go Cutter & Dies: https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=537450&u=777195&m=50439&urllink=&afftrack=Kimberly's Iron: http://shrsl.com/4vy2wNOTE: 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 show.Support the show

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• Saving Scraps and Planning out Scrap Quilts

  In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share some of their best tips for saving and organizing scraps. They also dive into the process they use for designing and piecing their scrappy quilts.https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=31554Cozy Earth 40% off with our link (or code AQUILTINGLIFE): https://cozyearth.com/pages/quiltinglifeNew Podcast Email Address: [email protected] Cottage (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/43hsZXABlooming (Quilt on the table): https://tidd.ly/3F04uUDCozy (included in the Collector Tin): http://shrsl.com/4vkrtClover Grip Fit Seam Ripper: http://shrsl.com/4vnugFat Quarter Shop Charity Sew Along Details: https://blog.fatquartershop.com/lets-get-ready-for-stardust/FQS Charity Sew Along Stardust Quilt Kit: http://shrsl.com/4vkruFQS Charity Sew Along Stardust Backing Set: http://shrsl.com/4vkrvHelps for Scrap Quilts:Best Scrap Quilt Ideas & Tips: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/best-scrap-quilt-ideas-tips/7 Tips for Fabulous Scrap Quilts: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/7-tips-for-fabulous-scrap-quilts/How to Make a Scrap Quilt: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/how-to-make-a-scrap-quilt/Scrappy Quilts to Make in 2025 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fmkK8jmjkOMNOTE: 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 show.Support the show

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• Deep Dive into Designing a New Fabric Collection and Making Crisp Quilt Blocks

  In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer a couple listener questions in depth.  Sherri and Chelsi take a deep dive into the process they use to design a brand new fabric collection. They also discuss how they keep their blocks nice and crisp and she what types of sprays and tools they use to achieve nice flat quilt blocks. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=31481Cozy Earth 40% off with our link (or code AQUILTINGLIFE): https://cozyearth.com/pages/quiltinglifeNew Podcast Email Address: [email protected] Sweet (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3QExaoQFlower Shoppe (Quilt on the table): https://tidd.ly/3mxuIV0Hawaii Sewcation with Sherri & Camille: https://eternityquiltevents.com/seams-like-aloha-sewcation/Bloomberg Table Runner: http://shrsl.com/4v928Rowenta Iron: https://amzn.to/4clXDByNOTE: 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 show.Support the show

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• Quilt Making Process | Starting a New Project & Sewing Efficiently and Accurately

  In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss their quilting processes. They share how they prepare to begin a new original project and what they do  differently when they prepare to make a pattern written by someone else. They also share tips and give advice on how to sew more efficiently and accurately. Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-135-show-notes/Cozy Earth 40% off with our link (or code AQUILTINGLIFE): https://cozyearth.com/pages/quiltinglifeNew Podcast Email Address: [email protected] Town (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3XmEuJlHearts at Home (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3F1D7cLTulip & Vine (Quilt behind Billy): https://tidd.ly/3SZH9FGFat Quarter Shop Pink SWIG Tumblers (exclusive): http://shrsl.com/4v5wvFat Quarter Shop Coral Olfa Cutters (exclusive): http://shrsl.com/4v5wwMagnetic Cable Ties: https://amzn.to/41J2pEaNOTE: 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 show.Support the show

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