S8 Ep 129

In this episode, I chat with Melodie Harding who shares her journey from traditional quilting to designing innovative stencil tools for machine quilting.
Our conversation covers practical tips for quilting, the benefits of using stencils, and how to overcome challenges in free motion quilting. Melodie shares her insights on combining different techniques and encourages quilters to experiment and find their unique style.

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In this episode:

Chit chat: life update, H+H this week, and birthday party decor projects.

•  Mini Topics
•  Pattern Matching fabrics for quilt backings (or for any project)
•  My process for Foundation Paper Piecing the Fairytale Forest BOM by Duckadilly

Audiobook Reviews

•  AudiobookBook reviews on "Local Woman Missing" by Mary Kubica, "The Diamond Eye" by Kate Quinn, and "She's Not Sorry" by Mary Kubica, covering themes, character analysis, and author backgrounds.
•  Movie commentary comparing the "The Housemaid" series book and film, exploring differences and storytelling nuances.

Resources & Links:

• Frieda McFadden Books
• Mary Kubica Books
• Kate Quinn Books
• Sew Harmony - Quilting Stencils
• Smithsonian Article on Mila Pavlichenko
• Reliable Sewing Machines
• Liberty Fabrics at Duckadilly

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Returning guest, Christa Watson is back to talk about her new partnership with Riley Blake Designs.  Christa's is now a fabric designer with Riley Blake and her first collection with them will be available in Nov 2026.

We also chat about practice quilt sandwiches you can make and use with what you have on hand.  I am super excited about Christa's  practice quilt panels that will be available in Nov 2026!

Links:

• christaquilts.com
• Riley Blake Designs - Quilt in Color by Christa Watson
• YouTube: Christa Quilts
• 99 Machine-Quilting Designs PDF Book by Christa Watson

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In this episode of Make and Decorate, host Stephanie reflects on her unplanned break from podcasting and shares her excitement about returning. She discusses her creative projects over the past year, including a cathedral window quilt for her parents' anniversary and a commissioned king-sized quilt. Stephanie also shares her experiences at a quilting retreat, innovative tools she discovered, and cozy holiday projects. She highlights new patterns and classes she's excited about, and outlines her plans for the future of the podcast, including a shift to monthly episodes and potential video content.

Chapters

00:00
Welcome Back to Make and Decorate

03:43
Reflections on the Past Year

06:05
Creative Projects and Commissions

Missouri Star Cathedral quilt tutorial. 

Kraeo Handyed yarn shop

Sparklesax Designs Longarm Services

12:03
Retreat Experiences and New Techniques

Center Street Quilts Hemmingway zipper pouch pattern

**Free Pattern** Sweetwater Patchwork Tree Mini Quit excerpt by Moda Mail

Out of Print Elenor Burns Trip Around the World Pattern Book - 1988 available on Thriftbooks

2021 Elenor Burns Trip Around the World - Accu Quilt YouTube Video

2019 Donna Jordan Quick and Easy Trip Around the World You Tube Video

22:08
Innovative Quilting Tools and Techniques

Modern Quilting Stencils by Sew Harmony

27:57
Cozy Holiday Projects

31:15
Exciting New Patterns and Classes

Katia Ferris New Book - Make Your Own Animal Friends

Katia Ferris New Sew a Mouse Class on Creativebug - available now

Katia Ferris' New 14" Rag Doll Class on Creativebug - available on 2/10/26

Jayne Stitches - Meredith doll workshop

37:46
Looking Ahead: Future Plans

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Stephanie welcomes guest Byrd Wadhams to the podcast.  Byrd is a curvy sewist who loves Colorful eclectic clothing. She believes style should not be defined by age, size, or gender. Byrd started her sewing journey a few years ago and it is her goal to show people it’s never too late to pick up a new skill or passion.

Links:

Byrd’s IG: @yogabyrdsews

YouTube Channel Byrd Wadhams

Baltimore Frocktails IG

A couple more upcoming events Byrd mentions are: Sew Ankara Week (July) and KISS (Keep it Simplicity Sis)

Photos of Byrd’s sewing projects talked about on this episode can be found on Stephanie’s Podcast Blog at https://makeanddecorate.com

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My guest on this episode is Atsushi Futatsuya, a Sashiko artisan and educator. Atsushi shares his Sashiko story, its cultural significance, and its evolution over time. He discusses the relationship between Sashiko and Boro, the importance of storytelling in preserving the craft, and the impact of Western trends on the perception of Sashiko. Atsushi emphasizes that Sashiko is not just about technique but also about the cultural context and the stories behind the stitches.

Show notes Links:

https://upcyclestitches.com

https://sashikostory.com/?srsltid=AfmBOory1Mory2UFPbLjEnMtVvN1FOUlboELAvp0tFudTbkLAFaSc6k1

https://www.instagram.com/sashikostory/

https://www.domestika.org/en/courses/4952-introduction-to-japanese-sashiko-stitching

https://www.youtube.com/@SashikoStory

Chapters:

Introduction to Sashiko and Boro

Atsushi's Journey with Sashiko

Storytelling in Sashiko

The History and Evolution of Sashiko

The Impact of Western Trends on Sashiko

Exploring Mingei: Art Without Heroes

Atsushi’s weekly live YouTube streaming of Sashiko Stories 

Cultural Appropriation: A Balanced Perspective

Acknowledgment in Cultural Practices

Upcoming Workshops and Sashiko Japan Retreat

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This is a solo episode with host, Stephanie Socha.  The two main topics are YarnCon 2025 and my final trip to JoAnn Fabrics. 

This was my first time attending YarnCon, a trade show type event for the knitting, crochet, hand dyers and yarn community. Vendor booths from IL and surrounding states show their beautiful product, much of it hand made, hand dyed and all of it stunning! Below is a list of the vendors from the 2025 show that just took place last weekend (4/5 and 4/6) in Chicago.

https://yarncon.com/pages/copy-of-vendors

The building that YarnCon was held is a historic beaux arts architecture and art deco design.  The link below is the resource I used in this episode.

Beaux Arts Architecture

Final Shopping at JoAnn Fabrics

The second part of this episode is a recap of my final trip to JoAnn Fabrics before they close forever.  A common issue with most shoppers I have heard from and chatted with is that the discounts are not really discounted.  The prices were raised to MSRP and then slightly discounted.  These prices are higher than a JoAnn shopper would have paid prior to the company closing announcement.  

If you plan to make one more trip to JoAnn’s, I share tips on what to look for and how to shop the discounts in your favor while enjoying the nostalgia  one last time.  

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In this episode of the Make and Decorate Podcast, host Stephanie interviews quilt designer and teacher Jenny Kay Parks. They discuss Jenny's journey into quilting, her experiences working at big box fabric stores and local quilt shops. Jenny shares her passion for teaching color theory to quilters and emphasizes the importance of finding joy in quilting projects.

Jenny Kae Parks shares her insights on the art of quilting, emphasizing the importance of nature as a source of inspiration for color and design. She discusses her journey in the quilting world, including her experiences with Cherrywood fabrics, teaching color theory, and building confidence among quilters. The discussion also covers practical aspects of quilting, such as machine binding, basting techniques, and the debate between ripping and cutting fabric. Jenny's passion for quilting shines through as she reflects on her recent appearance on The Quilt Show, where she taught binding techniques alongside quilting legends Alex Andersen and Ricky Tims.

Links:
https://jennykaequilts.com
https://www.etsy.com/shop/JennyKaeQuiltsCo
https://jennykaequilts.com/learn/  for Jenny Kae Quilts online Beautiful Machine Binding Course
Teaching Online at Virtual Quilt Fest Schoolhouse 11: https://www.quiltfest.com/register/quiltfest-virtual-schoolhouse-11/workshops-by-instructor/jenny-kae-parks-binding-color/

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This is the last episode of 2024! Happy Holidays to you and enjoy a very Happy and Healthy New start to 2025.

Check out my Patreon page for a few unlocked Bonus Episodes at patron.com/makeanddecorate

My guest on this episode is Deborah Fisher, a ceramic and textile artist with a background in fine art.  She has an online shop called Fish Museum and Circus where she sells the most beautiful ceramic pin cushions, sewing patterns, miscellany hand made items and also her line of quilting fabrics with Windham Fabrics. 

In this episode, we learn about Deborah's art and creative story.  We also talk about the nuance between fine art and craft.  This is an age old debate that maybe just needs more depth of perception to understand and appreciate more. 

We also chat about Deborah's art, ceramic pin cushions, fabrics and her newest product, the  Landscape Turtle Pin Cushion kit.  Links are below:
Fish Museum and Circus website

New fabric line out now: Night Rainbow

Ceramic Pin Cushions - sign up for Deborah's email list to be notified when she puts new ceramic pin cushions up for sale - they go super fast! I still haven't been fast enough to get one!

New product: Landscape Turtle Pin Cushion

@fishmuseum on IG  

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On this episode, I chat with guest Gail Yellen from Gail Patrice Design.
Gail is a sewing educator, pattern designer and specialized in serger artistry.  We talk about her journey in sewing and her love for sergers. She loves exploring the full potential of sergers beyond just finishing seams. Gail shares tips on choosing the right serger, the benefits of air threading, and the versatility of decorative stitching.
Gail offers in-person and online workshops, where she teaches various serging techniques. She also provides free YouTube videos and sells patterns on her website. Gail encourages sewists to overcome their fear of sergers and cover stitch machines and to practice, be persistent, and have patience. She believes that mistakes are part of the learning process and can lead to creative solutions.

Links for Gail:
Website:  https://www.gailpatrice.com/
You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/@GailPatriceDesign
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/gailpatricedesign/
Pinterest: http://gailpatrice.com/
Video on How to finish overstitching in the round

Music: A Christmas Miracle by One Man Quartet
https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/XDcoSoHW8e/

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Katrina Walker, an industry sewing educator,  author, and designer, shares her journey into the home sewing industry. Katrina has worked with various brands, including Pfaff and Sulky, and has been featured in magazines and TV shows. She is known for her expertise in silk and wool sewing, as well as her innovative techniques. She also raises sheep that produce wool for her yarn brand, Spoiled Sheep.

Guest Segment Chapters: Note time stamps start at guest segment
00:00 Introduction and Meeting at the Sewing Booth
01:48 Growing Up on a Wheat Farm and Discovering Sewing
06:24 Transitioning from Investment Banking to Sewing
13:42 Winning the National Make It With Wool Contest
20:11 Becoming an Educator for Faf and Other Brands
39:53 Fostering Relationships and Being Genuine in Business
43:05 Finding the Right Sewing Machine for Individual Preferences
44:56 Don't Be Afraid to Use Sergers
01:10:35 Embracing Mistakes and the Learning Process in Sewing
01:14:25 The Joy and Satisfaction of Sewing for Oneself
01:19:53 The Meaningful Connection Between the Maker and the Materials
01:25:46 The Value of Quality Fabrics in Sewing

CHIT CHAT:
Stephanie chats about the Chicago Modern Quilt Guild retreat she went to recently. Creative weekend retreats are a perfect way to schedule sewing (or knitting) time for yourself and to enjoy the experience with like minded makers. 

Chit Chat LInks:

Elizabeth Hartman - Fancy Forest Pattern

Minky Kim - Pumpkins patern

Chicago Modern Quilt Guild

KraeO Yarn: Big Brother in Autumnal

Provisional Cast on

Picot edge hat pattern  at Purl Soho

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On this episode, my guest is Carina Gardner, a successful designer and entrepreneur, shares her journey and insights on how to make money as a designer. She emphasizes the importance of being a multifaceted designer and knowing when to pivot into different industries. Karina discusses her Design Suite program, which teaches designers how to make their design businesses profitable by offering a range of courses in various design areas. Carina highlights the misconceptions around building a brand and the importance of understanding distribution channels. Carina just launched her online University of Arts & Design. Online Courses for budding designers and artists that are flexible, fulfilling, and transformative.

Links: 

Carinagarnder.com

Carina Gardiner Shop

Design Bootcamp :  Intro to Design Suite

Design Suite

University of Arts & Design

Stephanie's Guest appearance on Carina's Make and Design Podcast

Chit Chat:

• Finishing an improv quilt project with my niece
• I bought the Addi FlexiFiips DPN w/cables from Amazon (note link is my affiliate Amazon link)
• I also bought the Addi Rocket2 Squared Circular Knitting Needles - 16 inch, US 7 (4.5mm) (note link is my affiliate Amazon link)
• My Patreon group patreon.com/makeanddecorate - I will unlock a paid level bonus episode for a limited time. Check it out!

Special Halloween Outro Music:  Trick or Treat  Written by Dean Palya, performed and produced by PALA

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Guest Segment: Chris English Quilts
My guest is Chris English, a quilter and fabric/textile designer in the UK.  Chris is known for utilizing recycled fabrics in his one of a kind quilts.  The past several years his quilts have been shown at the Festival of Quilts in Birmingham, UK. 

We chat about Chris's creative background in textile design leading up to his love for finding previously loved and repurposed  fabrics to make gorgeous and unique quilts.  Chris often mixes florals, plaids, textures with touches of bold color in his quilts.  Find out what he finds and how he sources these unique fabrics and puts them together in a harmonious quilt. 

Chris also shares the story of his #teambearpaw24 initiative group quilt.

If you are interested in the subscription box project that Chris is working on, visit his website Chris English Quilts to be added to the waiting list. 

Below are more links to what we talked about:
IG: @afullenglish
Chris visits Kate at The Last Homely House - YouTube video
Festival of Quilts 2023 - The Last Homely House, Kate chats with Chris

Chit Chat Segment:

• Arne & Carlos: Mystery knit along - more info on 10/13 their yt channel. Plus 2024 Christmas Balls patterns are avail. in their website shop.
• Alice Caroline - the UK based Liberty fabric shop is hosting another online Sewing festival called the Alice Caroline Christmas Sew-Along. 
• Learn Sashiko online or in-person course with Atsushi Futatsuya at Upcycle Stiches and Domestica Introduction to Sashiko Stitching
• My review of the true cut quilting ruler and rotary cutter.  by Grace Company.  
• My review of a wool polyamide blend embroidery/mending thread Laine Saint-Pierre .  Ordered from Brooklyn Haberdashery. 

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Apologies for the extra music drowning out almost 4 minutes of our chat!  I forgot to remove that song from the music track last season!  

The old version of the episode is now taken down and a new and revised version of episode 116 is now up!

Thank you - Stephanie xxoo

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S7 Ep 116:

Welcome Back!  Season 7 of the Make and Decorate with Stephanie podcast is here!! 

If you are new to this podcast, you will hear any and everything about making, aka sewing, quilting crafting, knitting and interior decorating.  This first half of the season, I have a fabulous guest on almost every episode. 

There will be a Chit Chat segment on this episode after the guest segment.  For more episodes available only on my Patreon site, visit Patreon.com/makeanddecorate

My guest today is Kristin Oldach, owner of KraeO in Chicago.   Kristin is an indie hand dyer of yarn which is for sale on her website as well as local yarn shops.  We talk about her yarn, what fibers she chose to be in her yarn products. Mulberry silk and merino wool blends are a staple in her line of yarn as well as other fiber blends like wool and alpaca and more.  Kristin's yarn is so gorgeous and what I like to describe as very "painterly".  

We also chat about the different weights of yarn and how to use them in your projects, including using up those mini skeins you have been collecting and don't know what to make with them.

Links to what we talked about: 

Skacel - Addi FlexiFlips

FlexiFlips Amazon Link

FlexiFlips Amazon link

Yarn Guide for knit/crochet (ring)

• Nina Chicago
• Indie Untangled for Rhinebeck - Oct 18th

Bandana knit pattern

You can also listen to this episode on: https://makeanddecoratepodcast.buzzsprout.com

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Hello and welcome everyone!  If you are new, I am Stephanie and this podcast is a long conversational format with alternating solo and guest episodes.  There is a chit chat segment that is after the guest segment where I chit and chat about everything and nothing in my world of being a maker and interior designer.  This episode will probably be the last one for season 6, however, I may pop back in with an episode or two over the summer, so keep your notifications on for the Make and Decorate with Stephanie podcast.

Guest Segment:
Jenni Grover is a wellness coach for makers, an author and quilter. She cares deeply about the intersection of craft and health, coaching clients’ physical, mental, social, creative and spiritual concerns. 

Jenni is also a past president and current board member of the Chicago Modern Quilt Guild, and a passionate craft journalist, having written for Quiltfolk, Craft Industry Alliance, SuzyQuilts.com and Quiltmaker magazine.A lifelong writer, Jenni has more than 34 years of experience in print, broadcast and online media. She has been a professional speaker since 1996.Jenni has lived with multiple chronic illnesses and chronic pain since 1997 and has devoted much of her life to advocating for those like her. Her book ChronicBabe 101: How to Craft an Incredible Life Beyond Illness has helped countless folks feel better.

Follow Jenni online @coachjennigrover or visit her website: coachjennigrover.com

Music 

Music:  Dare to Live 

Written By

Adrian Dominic Walther, Amelia Joyce Kestner

Performed By

Scarlett Solo

Produced By

https://app.soundstripe.com/artists/671

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S6 Ep 114
Guests segment:  Aims, Indy Bindy Fabrics https://www.indybindy.com.au/shop
Aims is the owner of Indy Bindy Fabrics, an independent online fabric shop based in Australia.  She works with independent fabric artists and designers.  A lot of these fabric artists are in Japan and are small businesses and their fabrics are unique and amazing!  

The Indy Bindy Sewciety is a private sewing membership group for garment sewists.  Aims programs guest speakers, monthly live zooms along with group chats with members.  

The VIP waitlist for the Indy Bindy Sewciety (there will be a sneaky waitlist only doors open opportunity soon!): https://indybindy.lpages.co/sewciety-vip-list/

Music: https://app.soundstripe.com/songs/8057. Undeniable by Johanna Cranitch

Chit Chat:
I have finished three mini quilts with the epp flower and hand quilting, and have moved onto the new knitting project I talked about a couple episodes ago.  The Sag Harbor Wrap pattern - The wrap is a summer weight wrap make with Tahki osprey yarn, which is a lightweight cotton blend yarn.
Pattern for Sag Harbor Wrap:   https://www.yarn.com/products/tahki-yarns-sag-harbor-wrap-pdf

Osprey yarn by Tahki: https://www.yarn.com/products/tahki-yarns-osprey

MAKE AND DECORATE PATREON GROUP
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The main topic for today’s episode is “Sewing Fashion and Quilting trends of 2024”.  It was fun to research this topic and to present my thoughts on them as well as resources for you to check out to make some trendy fashion including patterns, fabrics notions and more.

Stephanie's recommendations for sewing patterns on trend for 2024:

• https://megannielsen.com/collections/sewing-patterns/products/dawn-curve-jeans-4-in-1-sewing-pattern. Cufffed jeans are a trend right now too - like 4” cuffed.  also wide leg jeans are very in right now.  
• https://megannielsen.com/collections/sewing-patterns/products/sudley-dress-blouse-sewing-pattern
• Harrison Shirt Pattern by Cashmerette. Classic button down - thank chambray, stripes and polka dots
• Holyoke Dress Pattern by Cashmerette   Perfect for the polka dot and dress trend.
• Blackwood Cardigan pattern by Helen’s Closet. Layering piece - has a long length and hip length.
• Oversize Bag:  Sky Harbor Tote and Superbloom Tote Bag

Fabrics:  sheers, metallics, denim.  Light blues and white are dominant for spring summer.

• Metallic fabrics:  Online Fabric Store
• Sheer fabrics: Mood Fabrics
• Denim fabrics: Blackbird Fabrics
• Metallic Cork and bag supplies: Sew Sweetness link to Silver Splatter cork.  Sew Sweetness Notions
• Polka Dot Fabrics:  Polka dot apparel fabrics 
• Unique statement fabrics:  Indy Bindy Fabrics.  Independent made fabrics from Japan

Notion Trends
https://oliso.com/products/m3pro-tula
https://oliso.com/products/mimi-g-auto-lift-smart-iron
https://shopaurifil.com/products/hand-stitching-with-the-last-homely-house-by-kate-jackson
https://shop.christaquilts.com/category/collection-dazzle-dots
https://shop.modafabrics.com/search/?searchString=ombre%20confetti

Research Sources:

1. [Sewing Inspiration From Spring Trends 2024 - Dream. Cut. Sew](Sewing Inspiration from Spring Trends 2024): This blog post explores the latest fashion trends for spring 2024 and provides sewing inspiration aligned with these trends.

2. [Pinterest announces trend predictions for 2024](Fashion United Article on Pinterest Fashion Trends): Explore trend predictions for 2024, in

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Christa Watson is back to chat with us about none other than machine quilting, her new Dazzle Dots fabrics with Benartex, Sewing table with Arrow,  quilting notions sold in quilt shops and her new book with C&T Publishing.
Links:
https://christaquilts.com/
Christa's Books
Dazzle Dots Fabric Collection
CT Publishing Creative Spark
Christa Cabinet Sewing Table
Christa's 2024 Teaching Events

Make and Decorate Podcast Links to Ep. 25, 32 and 81 with Christa Watson
https://stephaniesochadesign.com/search?q=christa+watson

Music: Frederick Chopin Nocturne Op.9 No. 2  https://app.soundstripe.com/songs/16175 artist Adrian Walther

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 Patreon.com/makeanddecorate  Patreon has recently added a free membership feature available where you can join in chats with me and everyone in the group.  Paid subscribers receive a new bonus podcast episode every month.

Guest Segment:  Belle Brunner with Seams Sew Me
Belle is a quilter, quilt pattern designer, quilt guild consultant and trainer.  Her popular quilt pattern, Winsome Windows, uses a technique where there is no curved piecing, but results in a cathedral window style quilt!  The links below are where you can find Belle:

https://www.instagram.com/seams_sew_me/

https://www.seamssewme.com

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVOCBni_WdGUYQn6YOIlTZQ

Quilt Guild Training

2024 Events for Seams Sew Me:

New Course: https://belle-s-site-1fac.thinkific.com/courses/quiltpatterntester101worksho

Retreat Center: coming in Spring 2024

Guild Training and Consulting 

Taught at Quilt Festival last fall: envelop method of cathedral window quilt - Winsome windows

Lovely Pinwheels  Quilt Pattern:  “I designed this pattern in recognition of April’s National Child Abuse Prevention month and for the hundreds of thousands of survivors around the world. ” Belle Brunner

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Welcome to the Make and Decorate Podcast, for makers who love to sew, quilt, knit and decorate....and do all the crafts!

Today's guest is Naomi Fata from Love Stitches by Naomi at naomifata.net. Naomi does bridal alterations and makes custom slip covers for upholstery furniture. She also does in person and virtual sewing classes.  You can get 25% off of pdf tutorials and sewing lessons with promo code MAKEANDDECORATE. 
Links to Naomi:
Website: Naomifata.com
YouTube: Sewing with Naomi Fata
IG: https://www.instagram.com/naomifata/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/naomifata/

The music between segments today is Silent Night by Cast of Characters begins at marker 12:34

The Guest segment begins at marker 16:15

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Season 6 Ep. 109

Sara Lawson from Sew Sweetness is back to talk about making bags.  Sara is a bag pattern designer and sells bag making supplies and beautiful cork fabrics at https://sewsweetness.com

Sara also has a YouTube channel with tutorial videos on bag making techniques and her live Sewcial Sunday show where she gives information on new and upcoming patterns, book, fabric and notions reviews and answers viewer’s questions.

This is a link to the recent pattern bundle releases Minikins 4 and a link to the Sew Sweetness Facebook Group
IG link:  https://www.instagram.com/sewsweetness/

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S6 E108: Knitting with Willie Nillie Knits

Links: https://www.instagram.com/willienillieknits/

Link Tree - all the links to find Willie Nillie Knits

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S6 E107:  Quick and Easy Fall and Halloween Sewing, Crochet and Knitting Projects

Make and Decorate Patreon Group - Free membership option!!  Patreon finally added free memberships to their platform.   Head on over to Patreon.com/makeanddecorate and join free, and if at a later point you wish to upgrade to a paid tier you can easily do so.  For the month of October, I will unlock a few of the premium level posts for the free members to try out.

Halloween:

• Ghost coasters pattern by A spoonful of Sugar on Etsy
• Idea: candy corn coasters - sew three fabric strips together.  Make a triangle with rounded corners template coaster size ie 5” x 5” 
• Bat Coasters pattern on Etsy shop debsdaysdesigns

Fall Coasters:

• Pumpkin Coasters pattern by Minki KIm.  Also free pumpkin pot holder pattern and oven mitt pattern free.
• Purl Soho free pattern: Fall Leaves Coasters. Made from felt 

Halloween Panels:

• Shabby Fabrics: Glow -o- ween panel by Kanvas Studios. Don’t forget glow in the dark thread - any brand but I have an amazon link to wonderfil glow in the dark thread. This wonderfil is 40 wt which is a nice thick top stitch weight that will produce a nice visible glow.  There is even hand embroidery glow in the dark thread by DMC sold at JoAnn.  Note - the glow in the dark thread lasts about 15 minutes and will reactivate when exposed to light.  It will last a lot longer under black light.  Or - use wearable rope light that can be stitched or glued onto fabric items and costumes. These lights will last a long time with the AA batteries.
• Missouri Star:  Wicked eve haunted house - Timeless Treasures
• Fat Quarter Shop: Witchy and Spooky fabrics to make your own panel
• Northcott Fabrics: Black Cat Capers Panel and quilt patterns. Also like the matching kitchen apron and oven mitts. insert photo

Thanksgiving Panels:

• Moda:  Harvest Wishes Panel by Deb Strain. Seams Sew Perfect quilt shop in Maine and online.  This is where I get myself in trouble.... I research for the podcast and end up not being able to resist buying something.  Out of all of these fabrics, I did reign myself in, but I did order the Harvest Wishes Panel and a half yard of the aqua color way of tiny tossed pumpkins.  
•  Stitchin Heaven: 

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Season 6 is here!!! 
Consider joining my Make and DecoratePatreon group for a new bonus episode every month.

I did record a great interview with Karla Gerome from the Grace Company, unfortunately you will not be able to listen to that conversation due to technical issues.  I do, however have our recording notes that I share with you on this episode.  Grace Company has a few new products coming out in late fall, and currently is running  amazing promo pre-order deals that will end after September 30, 2023.  This is the link to Grace Company so you can check out the Little Rebel machine and the new Cutie Breeze tabletop fabric frame.
Also, Karla hosts a weekly video series called “Tuesdays with Grace”.  You can find it on the Grace YouTube Channel.

Chit Chat:  The usual ramblings of gardening, quilting, knitting, sewing, paper crafting.  Here are links to things I chat about:
Swaddle Blanket tutorial on my YouTube Channel
Amazon Jumbo Crayons 2 pack of 24 crayons
Introduction to Sashiko Stitching by Atsushi Futatsuya - Domestika
Purl Soho Prism Blanket Free Pattern
JoAnn decorative Halloween skeleton sewing machines

Books:
Nora Roberts:  Identity,  Awakenings

Ryder Creed Books in Order:  I read Breaking Creed and currently reading Silent Creed
The publication order is the same as the chronological order for this series

1. Breaking Creed (#1), 2015
2. Silent Creed (#2), 2015
3. Reckless Creed (#3), 2016
4. Lost Creed (#4), 2018
5. Desperate Creed (#5), 2019
6. Hidden Creed (#6), 2020
7. Fallen Creed (#7), 2022

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I am surprising you with a new episode in the middle of summer...yay!  The main reason for this episode is to share a couple of chats I had with a couple of quilting companies I met with at the H+H Americas show in June.

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Jessica and Jamie are sisters and the owners of SewTites the makers of the famous magnetic sewing pins.  Coming out at the end of September 2023, is their new product, Sew Magnetic Cutting System.  Pre-orders are open now. 

Julie Luoma and her husband are the owners of Off the Wall Quilt.  This is an online (and traveling in person) quilt store that specializes in custom laser cut acrylic rulers and templates for just about anything, appliqué, longer quilting and more.  They also developed EziGrip rulers for quilters.  The backs of the rulers have a non-skid backing that keeps fabric and the ruler from moving.  
Also, check out their portable quilt wall that can easily break down, fit into a small bag and travel with you.  

Season 6 is just around the corner.  Until then, keep making and decorating! 

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This episode is a replay of Season 4, Episode 84.

In this episode I present a history of Liberty Fabrics.  Find out how the fabrics are designed, and what makes Tana Lawn so special.  I also give ideas and tips on sewing and quilting with Tana Lawn and Lasenby Cotton.

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Simple Summer Decor

Below are the links to resources I talk about in this episode:

Home Dec fabrics: Onlinefabricstore.com :  Look for fabric lines like Premier Prints,  P.Kaufman, Kravet, etc.

Quality scented candles.  My summer favorite is Aloha Orchid. Volcano is also a year round favorite.  Capri Blue

Classic Belgian Linen Drapery panels from Pottery Barn:  https://www.potterybarn.com/products/spo-classic-belgian-linen-drape-dark-flax/  

Sheer drapery panels with Pom pom trim: I have not tried these yet, but have seen them on YouTube.  They are super inexpensive, and worth a try for the bedroom or anywhere. https://a.co/d/h5ZCLyM

Print your own artwork on this canvas art paper and frame it for unique wall decor. PPD Inkjet Canvas 100% Real Printable Cotton LTR 8.5 x 11 125lbs. 340gsm 17mil x 20 sheets (PPD083-20) https://a.co/d/akTijdi

Try painting picture frames with a beautiful metallic color from Michaels.  https://www.michaels.com/product/americana-decor-metallics-paint-10487602

Terrain is a source of fresh houseplants, flowers and faux flowers, wreaths etc. https://www.shopterrain.com/categories/fresh-foliage-and-succulents

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My guest on this episode is Minki Kim from Sewingillustration.com.  In our chat, we learn about Minki’s passion for sewing, designing her patterns and her fabrics with Riley Blake Designs.   Along with her sewing patterns, Minki shows how to make them with tutorial videos on her YouTube Channel, Minki Kim

In the Chit Chat segment: I share updates on quilting, knitting, gardening and new YouTube video recommendations.

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Artificial Intelligence, what exactly is it and how we can utilize generative ai in our maker lives? I will answer those questions and more in this episode.
I will present two types of GAI (generative intelligence) programs; ChatGPT and DALL-E.

Also, I address the “sew-bot” addition to the apparel manufacturing industry. Who is using sew-bots, how it impacts the industry and how we can avoid this fast fashion craze.

Chit Chat:

Sew Sweetness new Minikins 4 releases April 16th. See some of the patterns revealed on the Sew Sweetness you tube channel https://www.youtube.com/live/jytpU26ef14?feature=share
https://www.youtube.com/live/39_ZUN4FTFU?feature=share

My new small rolling cart with wood top! From Amazon 3-Tier Metal Utility Rolling Cart...

Arne & Carlos Easter Egg patterns

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My guest on this episode is Jennifer Moore and her company is Mona Luna.  Jennifer is a surface pattern designer and has designed and produced her own line of organic cotton fabrics, Mona Luna fabrics. 
Recently, Jennifer partnered with Windham Fabrics and has her first line of organic cotton fabric shipping to quilt shops in July 2023.  Her collection is called In the Garden.

Chit Chat Segment:
Brooklyn Haberdashery:  Cohana Sakura Collection
Kate’s Aurifil Thread Box, 12 wt.

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100 Episodes!!! What a great milestone for the Make and Decorate with Stephanie podcast, and I couldn’t have done it without all of you listeners and Patreon patrons.  Thank you!

Chit Chat:  I will chat about current sewing and quilting projects and my clothing sewing plans for spring and summer.  A few new “what I am watching” Netflix and Disney + show recommendations.

Main Segment:  Puff Quilts: Historic to Contemporary.  A look at the origin of Puff quilts which were then called Biscuit Quilts.  The resurgence of the Biscuit quilts in the 70s that then became puff quilts with the introduction of poly fiber fill.  And now, a new revival of puff quilts replicating the old with modern techniques and designs.

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Make designing and organizing your sewing or craft room easy with a step by step process to guide you through start to finish so that you can spend more time sewing and crafting.  

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The following are links to find SewNaturalDane and links to other things we talked about,
 SewNaturalDane website

YouTube Channel: SewNaturalDane

#BHMPatternDesigners

SewNaturalDane’s Spoonflower Shop

Monthly Makes Calendar

Fiber and Cloth Studio Agave Top and Dress Pattern

Rebecca Page Patterns: The Strappy Cami

Brother 1034D Serger

Janome HD3000

The CardiZen knitting pattern by Bayron Handmade that Stephanie is making for the #BHMPatternDesigners challenge

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This is the mid-season finale episode.  New episodes will resume in February 2023

My guest on this episode is Kristin Esser from the Simple Handmade Everyday podcast.  We talk about Kristin’s Master Bath Reno project she completed this year…with a little design help from me.  Of course we also chat about all the crafty things like quilting, knitting , cross stitch and our love for tea!

In the Chit Chat segment I share a quick lighting 101 lesson and talk about the three main categories of lighting and how to achieve the best lighting for your home and work.

Intro music:  Canon and Variation by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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My guest today is Wendy Chow, the founder of The Weekend Quilter.  You may also know her from the podcast, Quilt Buzz,  https://the-weekendquilter.com/

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On this episode I welcome back Heidi Parkes to the show.   Heidi is known for hand quilting, art quilts and diary quilting as well as hand yoga.  If you missed Heidi on Episode 31, you can find it here.  We continue our conversation and catch up on all the fun and exciting things that Heidi has been working on since our last chat.

Check out Heidi’s website at https://www.heidiparkes.com/. You will find her online shop with art quilts, fabric vases, online classes and more.  Also there is still time to sign up for Heidi’s Diary Quilting class starting in January 2023.

In the Chit Chat segment, I recap my excursion to the Wool & Co yarn shop in Elgin, IL for the Meet and Greet with Arne & Carlos.  Spoiler alert…It was absolutely Fabulous!!

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The main topic of this episode is making a checklist for your fall and winter decorating for holidays and entertaining.  The time to start is early November or earlier if you are planning to do renovation projects.

I also review a quilting book by Christa Watson, How Do I Quilty It? Modern Machine Quilting. 

Plus, I announce the winner of the Free Spirit Fat Quarter bundle of Spirit Winds, by George Mendoza!!!

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On this episode, I talk with George Mendoza, a blind artist living in New Mexico.  George’s art has been printed on fabrics with Free Spirit Fabrics for years.  His art is abstract and full of color, movement and light.  You can find his newest fabric collection, Spirit Winds, in local quilt shops.  Here is a link to Free Spirit Fabrics to see his newest collection.  https://freespiritfabrics.com/fabric-lines/shipping-now/spirit-winds/

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This episode has a new chit chat segment where I chat about making the Upton dress by Cashmerette patterns.  The Main Topic segment is a replay from S2 E37 which is about decorating tablescapes, planning and recipes for fall/winter holiday entertaining.

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In this episode, I talk with Jennifer Tryon, with Homemade, an inspirational online crafting business.  Homemade hosts virtual retreats and workshops for quilting, sewing, cricut crafts and more.  The next event is a quilting retreat on Oct. 14th, 2022. Jennifer will show participants how to make the Stargazer quilt from start to finish.  

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This is a summer pop-in episode.  I recorded a new first segment with a summer update on all things sewing, knitty and crafty.  Then I have a replay of my conversation with Heidi Parkes from 2019 ... pre-Covid days! 

This is a great episode and Heidi shares so much, you are going to want to listen again.  Here is a link to Heidi's website https://www.heidiparkes.com

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This is the Season 4 finale episode.    

Chit Chat:  

• Sewing:  clothing alterations
• Sewing: Sling seat and back for outdoor chaise lounge
• Sewing: Dog placemat for food and water bowls from left over vinyl sling fabric
• Cricut:  Heat Transfer vinyl on apron and t-shirts
• Cricut: Cut out design with layered cardstock for a baby bear birthday card
• Gardening:  Lining hanging baskets with Sphagnum moss  
• Gardening:  Pruning and training Wisteria

Part 2 with Vicki Holloway:  we continue our chat on crochet, cricut, gardening (fairy gardens, sun flowers and wild flowers).  We conclude our chat with talking about the isolation of crafting, and times when we enjoy it as well as times when we need to sewcialize with other crafters and makers.

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This is the Season 4 Finale...part 1 of 2 episodes with my guest Vicki Holloway from the My Creative Corner3 podcast.  Vicki returns to my show and we catch up on anything and everything crafty, quilty and fun in our creative lives.

The chit chat segment has updates on sewing, knitting and gardening.  I also talk about creative therapy options that may work for you during periods of high stress and emotional burdens.

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This is a decorating episode for Outdoor Living.  This is the time of year most of the northern hemisphere is starting to enjoy more dining, entertaining and every day living outdoors.  I will share some tips and ideas on how you can make your outdoor space a beautiful oasis that you and loved ones will want to spend time throughout the summer months. 

In the Chit Chat segment, I talk about replacing the sling fabric on my outdoor iron chaise lounge.  Plus, my sewing studio gets a blingy flush mount crystal chandelier. 

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Rhonda Pierce is my guest on this episode.  Rhonda is a spokesperson for Schmetz Needles and VP, Euro-Notions.  If there is anything you ever wanted to know about Schmetz needles, there’s a good chance we talk about it in this episode!  Learn about the color coding system that helps to identify the type of needle, and which needle is the best for different fabric types.

We also chat about Grabbit sewing notions and Rhonda’s sewing blog, www.SewMoreStitches.com.

www.SCHMETZneedles.com

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In this episode I have a long chit chat segment where I talk about gardening progress, sewing fabrics, quilting BOM and Watch and Listen recommendations.

The main topic segment: I review cotton floss, cotton ball, hand dyed and crewel embroidery threads.  Find out specific characteristics of cotton, Egyptian cotton, crewel wool and how they perform. 

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In this episode I present a history of Liberty Fabrics.  Find out how the fabrics are designed, and what makes Tana Lawn so special.  I also give ideas and tips on sewing and quilting with Tana Lawn and Lasenby Cotton.

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New podcast feature!  Record and send me any question you have about quilting, sewing, decorating and more.  Is so easy, just click on the “send me a voice mail” button, record your message and press send! https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate

In this episode, I chat with quilt podcaster, Emanuela Jeske. Her podcast is called Quilt Karussell and is currently the only German speaking podcast. 

Emanuela shares her creative story from the time that she started quilting and what led her to start her podcast, Quilt Karussell.  We also chat about everything quilting, from fabrics, to mid-arm and long arms to patchwork.

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In this episode, I chit chat about current projects and some clothing sewing projects I plan to fit in between everything else.

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How do you start, stop and secure threads when machine or free motion quilting?  I share three techniques for the stop, start and secure, and ask listeners how they do it.

Main Topic:
I review the different types of Home Decor  textiles their specific uses, and how to use quilting fabrics in home decor.  Plus some insider design tips on uses of trims and fabrics.

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On this episode, I welcome returning guest, Christa Watson.  Christa is an award winning quilter, teacher, fabric designer,  book author and so much more.  She has many exciting things in the works for 2022.  Check out her website/blog: ChristaQuilts.com

Go to my Podcast Blog (link below) to find the PROMO  CODE for FREE SHIPPING from Christa’s online shop.

Christa is an Ambassador with AccuQuilt.  This is Christa’s affiliate link to the Big Electronic Cutter: https://shrsl.com/3c332 , and this is her affiliate link to AccuQuilt Home Page: https://shrsl.com/3cvvj

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I am back with new episodes for the 2nd half of Season 4!  Today I chat about my crazy fun fabric acquisitions in January, including Liberty Tana Lawn.  I also talk about AccuQuilt die cutting and investing in dies that give you more bang for your buck.

Have you seen the YouTube video “Quilt Clothes Must Die” by Mary Fons?  I review it and share my thoughts on the topic.

Plus an update on sewing, quilting and embroidery projects, including a super cute Luckyjuju cat doll I made from the Creativebug class by Katia Ferris.

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Happy Holidays! This episode is the mid season finale.  Season 4 will continue in February 2022. 

In the episode, I chat with Emma Jones, who has a YouTube channel and online shop called Vintage Sewing Box.  She has videos on many epp projects and small accessories and often embellishes them with beautiful hand embroidery motifs. 

We talk about a great epp product, "hexiform", which is used in place of traditional paper pieces...and, does not need to be removed at the end of the project like paper pieces do.

In my chit chat segment, I talk about the Pantone Color of the Year 2022: Veri Peri, as well as Kona's color of the year, Cosmos.   Plus more updates on sewing projects and fraser fir christmas trees.

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Today is a solo episode and the main topic is the history of the sewing pin.  I have several links on my podcast blog to my resources on the topic, as well as links to current sewing pin companies, ie Tulip, Clover and Dritz.

In my chit chat segment, I read a recent negative  i-tunes  review about my podcast, and I respond to it.   In my  4 years of podcasting, this is the first negative review, which is not too bad, but of course, doesn't make me feel very good either.  I ask for listener feedback to my e-mail at info@makeanddecorate.com or DM me on IG@stephanie.socha.design.

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THIS EPISODE IS THE REAL EPISODE 77.  I APOLOGIZE ABOUT THE EP75 UPLOADED TO THIS ONE BY MISTAKE.

It is holiday crunch time.  It can be so fun and fulfilling to make and gift holiday presents for the people you love.  It can also be stressful and take longer than anticipated to complete a handmade gift.  Gifts do not need to be masterpieces, they are special because you made them.  I have lots of quick gift ideas that you can make very quickly, and have fun making them.  

I also chat a little about electronic cutting machines….the Cricket Maker 3 and Silhouette Cameo 4, specifically.  

Check out my podcast blog link below for links to gift ideas with video tutorials and ideas for Thanksgiving tablescape designs.  

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Today, I chat with Jess Zeigler, the founder of the Longarm League .  Jess shares a wealth of information about Longarm quilting, how to prepare your quilt for a professional Longarm service, and what to look for when searching for a Longarm quilter.  Jess also chats about digital pantographs, what they are and how they are used in Longarm quilting.  Go to my podcast blog for a promo code to the Longarm League pantograph shop, for 50% off a digital pantograph design.

If you have a Longarm quilting business, checkout how to get listed on the resource page of professional long arm quilters.

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With the cooler weather settling in, you may be thinking of the coziness of fall and winter indoors, and how you can achieve that for your home.  In this episode I share five layers of home decor that can be freshened up and elevate the cozy feeling.

I have sewing, quilting and knitting updates in the chit chat segment along with Netflix, Hulu and YouTube recommendations.

Do you have interior design, decorating ,sewing or quilting questions?  Email them to info@makeanddecorate.com, and I will answer them in the next podcast episode.  You can also DM me in instagram @stephanie.socha.design

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Today my guest is Jennifer Swope, a David and Roberta Logie Associate Curator, Textiles and Fashion Arts Department at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.  We talk about a new exhibition opening October 10th at the MFA, Boston.  The exhibit is called Fabric of a Nation: American Quilt Stories. There are 50 quilts in the exhibit spanning the past 300 years, including current quilts by artists like Bisa Butler.

Jennifer shares fascinating stories behind some of the quilts in the exhibit along with history of the fabrics and textiles used from the era the quilt were made.

There is an accompanying book written for the exhibit by Jennifer Swope, Jennifer Parmal and Lauren Whitley. The book title is the same as the exhibit title Fabric of a Nation: American Quilt Stories. This book is beautiful with a Bisa Butler quilt on the cover, and photographs of the quilts that are in the exhibit with their stories. 

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Hardrock Woodworks is a family run Etsy shop that sells handmade wood and 3D printed products.  Wayne is a fine woodworker craftsman, and he makes beautiful quilting clappers in maple wood, walnut and a type of maple called Ambrosia, which has a striped wood grain. He started making clappers and other quilting notions and tools as a result of his wife, Jane, who is a quilter, had a need for her sewing and quilting use.  A good quality clapper is in high demand for not only quilters, but clothing and bag making sewists as well.  

I talk with Wayne, Jane and their daughter Katy.  Katy handles most of the tech related responsibilities of the business like taking product photos and uploading to Etsy and  social media and marketing.   They are giving a special 10% off promo code, STEPH10,  to my listeners to use in the Hardrock Woodworks Etsy shop.   

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This is the Season 4 Premiere episode, and is hitting the ground running!  I have a shiny new logo for the podcast, as you will notice with the updated podcast art icon.

My guest is Melanio Gomez, a finalist Maker on the NBC TV show, Making It .  The Season 3 finale aired last week, August 26th, and 4 finalists competed with their final make of the Shed Hack. 

Melanio shares his creative background that ultimately prepared him to be a maker on Making It.  We also chat about his experience on the show, working alongside other talented makers, showing completed projects to the judges and how the hosts, Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman kept everyone laughing. 

Find more details about this episode on my podcast blog page at MakeandDecorate.com

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My guest on this episode is Kate and her amazing YouTube channel is The Last Homely House.  Kate lives alone in a little cottage on a hill farm in Northumberland right at the top of England, next stop Scotland. 

I absolutely love Kate’s YouTube Channel.  Her videos always transport me to a beautiful bucolic landscape where she shares a glimpse into her creative world with all of us.  You will see a bit of gardening, quilt piecing, knitting, paper crafts, sewing, hand quilting, cooking, baking and even chocolate making! Oh, and she is also a beekeeper - with beautifully painted bee hives (I’m not sure I am calling it the right name - but its the wooden boxes where the bees live and make honey)

I hope you enjoy Kate’s YouTube channel as much as I do.  Also, be sure to comment on Kate’s videos and/or Instagram if you learned about her channel from the Make and Decorate Podcast :)

In my chat segment, I update a bit on the progress of the deck container garden, and I review a couple of sewing products and online resource: Tulip needles; Tula Pink Stiletto; Connecting Threads online shop and catalog. They now carry Tulip needles and other Japanese sewing notions.

Check out my Patreon page at https://makeanddecorate@patreon.com  There are a bunch of bonus podcast episodes to catch up on throughout the summer months. 

You can find links and photos to everything we talk about on my podcast blog at  https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate/2020/6/10/176zf9dh57dt8k2ghmf85vgnegu5jy

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Hello Everyone! today I am posting a favorite from 2019, episode 40 with Katarina Roccella.  Katerina is an artist and textile designer for Art Gallery Fabrics.  She lives in Belgrade, Serbia with her husband and three children. 

In this episode, we chat about creative inspiration, and Katarina's career path into textile design for quilt and apparel fabrics with Art Gallery Fabrics.  Currently (summer 2021) in stores now is her Boscage collection, Aquarelle collection and Picturesque collection.  Preview these collections at https://liveartgalleryfabrics.com/person/katarina-roccella/

At the time we recorded this episode (late 2019), Katerina was working on her PhD, which involves an art collection and Thesis, which she successfully completed a few days ago! Katarina's art is amazingly beautiful and her mosaic quilt art is stunning. 

You can find links to all of Katerina's social, blog and website at http://likeflowersandbutterflies.com/about/

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This is the Season 3 finale episode, and although the show will be on summer hiatus, I will be re-posting some of the older episodes.   

Some of the chit chat topics are recently completed projects, including a bag I started a year ago. I also talk about my plans to make some clothing for myself this summer.  I bought several patterns to make and have a few more on my list to buy and make soon.

Gardening topic: I am growing a tea garden!  Learn about the herbs and flowers you can make tea from.  I also am adding perennials to the back yard garden, and more!

Product reviews:

• Paca Pressing Mat by What AH View Farm: This pressing mat is made of 100% Alpaca fiber.  I tested out this pressing mat, and have some interesting results to share with you. Promo code in episode and show notes 
• 99 Machine Quilting Designs  book by Christa Watson.  I review this book, and tried out some of the quilting designs both walking foot and free motion quilting.  Promo code in episode and show notes

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Welcome to Episode 70!

This is a super sized, super exciting episode with my guest, Jenni Grover with the School of  Creative Resilience.  Jenni just finished her term as President of the Chicago Modern Quilt Guild, and has launched a new business, where she helps people find their creativity and develop daily habits to help with resilience in everyday life.

Jenni is also an avid gardener, and shares gardening tips and ideas for anyone who wants to plant and grow something!  We talk about vegetables, flowers, perennials, annuals etc.

Of course, we have to chat about quilting.  Jenni shares her quilting story and how she became a quilter who loves modern quilting, fabrics, and bright jewel tone colors.

You can find links and photos from the episode  on my podcast blog at  https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate
 
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Welcome to the Make and Decorate with Stephanie Socha Design Podcast!

Today I chat about all the usual suspects of our creative living...sewing, quilting, a little knitting, a little heat transfer vinyl and gardening.

The main topic is all about Upholstery:  Learn about fabrics, and which ones to choose for upholstery.  Did you ever sit on a sofa that was uncomfortable?  Do you know what to choose when you are looking to buy a new sofa or chair?  I explain the different types of cushions, seat depths and appropriate fabrics for upholstery.  The next time you shop for a sofa or chair, you will have the knowledge to choose the right one for you.

You can find links and photos from this episode on my podcast blog at  https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate
 
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Welcome Make and Decorate podcast listeners! 

You get two podcasts on the same day!  This audio podcast is a full episode in itself with my chit chat segment, and I talk and review a very interesting new product (to me) from Ashmead Designs, pre cut forms for epp that stay in the epp project without need for removal. I also talk about threads you can use for epp, like silk thread, bobbin thread and more.

I also direct you to my YouTube channel, Stephanie Socha Design  to watch my very first VIDEO PODCAST,  and not the kind where only the audio plays.  This is a split screen video recording of my conversation with my friend and new YouTuber, Andra Walker.  We show projects Andra has been working on, and towards the end we each show three of our favorite sewing notions. 

So hop on over to my YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt5FuxwtVqIXMDzdoNAEqEw 

to watch the video podcast.

You can find Andra's YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/Iluvlego551

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Happy April Friends, 
Today's episode covers many different ways you can embellish your fabric project, whether it is a quilt top, pillow, Denim Jacket, tea towel, the possibilities are endless. I share technique ideas for hand and machine embroidery, appliqué, thread painting, beads and baubles and couching.

Visit my podcast blog to get links and see photos from what I chat about in this episode.
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I am so excited to welcome back a returning guest of the podcast, Jessica from Sallie Tomato!  You can listen to episode 35, where I chat with Jessica and learn the story of how Sallie Tomato came to be (if you missed it).  In this episode, we pick up where we left off and find out all the new and exciting things at Sallie Tomato...there are new collabs, lots of new patterns, new hardware and sew much more!

In my chit chat segment, I tell about my recent quilt fail and how I was able to come up with a solution without a meltdown of panic and tears.  Also, I just got an Oliso mini iron, and I give my first impressions of this little project iron.

You can find links, photos and more about this episode on my podcast blog at  https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate
 
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In this episode I give my recap of my first QuiltCon experience, and how the virtual QuiltCon did this year.  I have to say, I really enjoyed Virtual Quiltcon 2021 from the comfort of my home.  I am not a natural social butterfly, and this suited me so well!  
I will talk about some of the highlights from the quilt design, hand stitching, and Boro workshops I took, as well as the many different lectures I attended.  

On my podcast blog page, I posted photos of my projects from the workshops I took at QuiltCon.  My goal was to complete projects from these classes, and not have to stuff them in a box to "finish later".  

There has been buzz chatter about the rising prices of quilt fabrics, and where you should purchase your fabrics, and" warning warning, danger Will Robninson" LOL! A little dramatic, I know, but there are ways to take the price increase in stride and not let it ruin our creative quilting parade.  I wrote a lot about this on my podcast blog post.

You can find links and photos to everything  I talk about on my podcast blog at  https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate
 
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Chit Chat Segment: I update on the goings on here, which means so much snow!  Since the last episode, I made a quilt from start to finish in 9 days which is fast for me.  The pattern I used is free from the Robert Kaufman website.  It is called Pixelated Heart Quilt.

My guest on this episode is Pam Cobb, known from the Hip to be a Square podcast, and The Stitch TV Show YouTube Channel.  Pam is as much of an animal lover as I am, so we start off our chat with pet talk.  Pam shares her cat(s) and dog rescue stories, and how Fred the dog and the three cats became close buddies.

We talk about almost everything about quilting - from piecing tops, basting methods, frankenbatting, binding tips and more.

Follow Pam on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/quiltyshenanigans/

You can find links and photos to everything we talk about on my podcast blog at  https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate
 
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Welcome back to the 2nd half of Season 3! 

In this episode, I update on my creative goings on around the studio and a DIY home improvement project.  I will also share my first experience with chalk painting.  Did you know you can get custom colored chalk paint at the big box home improvement store?  It is pretty awesome :)

The main segment is about choosing interior paints and color palettes.  Whether you are taking on painting your walls a fresh new color, or you are hiring out to painters to paint your rooms. I have some tips that will save you money and frustration in choosing your next paint color palette, as well as the different choices of paints available at the boutique paint shops to the large home improvement stores.  There is a quality paint accessible for every budget, you just have to know what to look for and how to find it.

In closing, I share highlights on what I have been watching and podcasts I am listening to.

You can find links and photos from this episode on my podcast page at  https://makeanddecorate.com and https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate
 
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I am so pleased to have Sophia from My Great Challenge, back onto the podcast!  Sophia has a YouTube channel called "My Great Challenge" where she posts videos of DIY home improvement projects, cleaning, decorating, thrifting, and gardening.  She also has a hobby we all enjoy as well...sewing and quilting.  We chat about the home improvement projects she and her family worked on throughout the year, her beautiful CorningWare collection and an upcoming sewing project she would like to work on in the new year.  Here is the link to Sophia's YouTube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=mygreatchallenge

In my Chit Chat segment, I talk about all of the sewing projects I have been busily working on the past few weeks like, fabric bowl cozies, fabric baby book, fabric baby ball toys, and how I successfully replaced a zipper in a ready made jacket with a new zipper!  

Also, I have been busy updating my website design and added a new shop that I will periodically update with handmade items and eventually pdf sewing patterns.  Sign up for my newsletter to get updates when I add new things to my new online shop! link below

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My guest on this episode is Sandra Johnson of Sandra Johnson Designs. http://sandrajohnsondesigns.com  Sandra is a textile artist, teacher, quilter and garment maker. She shares about her passion for repurposing denim, hand stitching arts like Boro and Sashiko and her upcoming classes in 2021 at the Virtual QuiltCon Together and Virtual Craft Napa 2021.

Sandra also joins me in the bonus podcast episode for my patrons. https://www.patreon.com/makeanddecorate

In my chit chat segment, I update on holiday gift projects ie fabric bowl cozies, burrito pillowcases with micro welt and machine embroidered holiday cards.  Check out my podcast page for the list of what I have been watching the past few weeks.

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Happy Thanksgiving!  Thanksgiving is all about reflecting on what and who we are thankful for, as well as gathering together with family and loved ones, but this year is certainly different, and the gathering with loved ones may be done over the modern technology of Zoom or other video call applications.

The day after Thanksgiving, Black Friday, kicks off the frenzied quest to get all of your gift giving tasks completed before time runs out.  I have some handmade holiday gift ideas for sewn gifts and non sewn gifts that can be made quickly, and will be very impressive to gift.  Quick gifts also seem like the most fun to make because you feel so accomplished when completing a gift.

Be sure to check out the show notes for links and photos of the gift ideas, and I also have gift wrapping ideas as well.

Stay safe, happy and healthy!  and make time to create!

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Choosing a Sewing Machine with Confidence is a huge topic and can be a very daunting task when you are looking for a new sewing machine.  I break down the types of machines into categories of features to look for and research tips.  I also define these features to give a better understanding of what they do and how they can be utilized ie what is dual feed? do you need or want dual feed?  Do you want bells and whistles or would you prefer a more simple and low maintenance sewing machine?

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On today's episode, I announce the two winners of the Giveaway bundles from me!

My guest on this episode is Yvonne Fuchs, Quilting Jetgirl. Yvonne is a quilter, pattern designer, tech editor and blogger.  https://quiltingjetgirl.com 
We talk about her previous career in the aerospace industry as an aeronautical engineer, and how her love of quilting led her to her current career in the quilting business.  Yvonne releases new quilt patterns every year and hosts a quilt a long one time per year.  Her next quilt along will begin in January 2021, and you can sign up for it Oct - Nov 2020.
Yvonne is an instructor of three workshops in the upcoming QuiltCon Together in February 2021.  I am taking her Quilt Design class.

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Originally published 10-15-20

In this episode, I talk about my experience with Procreate, learning it and now getting to the point of being comfortable in using some of the features to draw quilt designs on top of a photograph of my quilt top.  It is really cool!

Today's guest is Michelle Graham, Community Manager at Sew Sweetness.  Michelle is a talented bag maker and manages the Sew Sweetness Facebook group, and coordinates events like sew alongs of Sew Sweetness bag patterns, and shares her "hacks" if you want to add a zipper here or pocket there to the bag you are making.  You can find Michelle in the Sew Sweetness Sewing Patterns Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/sewsweetnessfans, and on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mgrahamsews/

Giveaway update:  I am extending the deadline to enter a comment on episode 56 podcast post for a chance to win one of two giveaway gift packs of notions.  See Ep 56 post for details.  The deadline is Thursday, Oct 22 , 2020 8 pm CST.  

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Welcome to the Season 3 premier episode!!

On today's episode, I am solo with so much to chat about!  I review Lori Holt's Cute Cuts rotary cutting mat and Tula Pink's cutting mat, and chat about the winding down of summer and my garden, upcoming sewing and quilt projects, my pre-order of Tula Pink's new line of fabric - Linework....and my first purchase of a quilt kit from Tula's linework collection with the Radiant pattern by Carl Hentsch.

To kick off Season 3, I am hosting my very first giveaway of two gift packs of notions.  I have purchased these notions myself (no sponsor). So be sure to go to my podcast page https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate to enter for your chance to win one of two gift packs I put together!  All you have to do is comment on episode 56's post on my podcast page, and 2 random winners will be chosen.  The deadline to enter is Monday, October 12, 2020, 8 pm CST.  I will announce the winners on the next episode on October 14th (or after I have confirmed with the winners).

I added a new $2 tier to my Patreon Page!  You will get access to the monthly bonus podcast episode, and access to all of the back bonus episodes.  Check it out on my Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/makeanddecorate

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Hello, I am popping in for a bonus episode between seasons 2 and 3. A new recorded segment at the beginning of the episode, and then a replay of one of my most downloaded episodes with guest Sophia from My Great Challenge.

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This is the Season 2 Finale episode!  
My guest on this episode is Kate and her amazing YouTube channel is The Last Homely House.  Kate lives alone in a little cottage on a hill farm in Northumberland right at the top of England, next stop Scotland. But is she really alone? There are four cats, fifteen hens, Eileen the very bad goose, thousands of bees, so no, not quite so alone after all. Then there is the huge unruly garden. She retired from a career as a midwife and became immersed in all of this and found her passion for making things ..... fabric, wool, paper .... Kate has a real curiosity for how things are made. And she likes to share all of this on her YouTube channel, The Last Homely House and with her Patrons too.

In my chat segment, I update a bit on the progress of the deck container garden, and I review a couple of sewing products and online resource: Tulip needles; Tula Pink Stiletto; Connecting Threads online shop and catalog. They now carry Tulip needles and other Japanese sewing notions.

Check out my Patreon page at https://makeanddecorate@patreon.com  There are a bunch of bonus podcast episodes to catch up on throughout the summer months.  
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My guest on today’s episode is Laurie Russman from Neon Kitty Quilts.  Laurie is a fiber artist and creates textile art inspired by photographs of animals, nature and travel. Laurie shares the appliqué and mixed media techniques she uses in her art quilts.

In my opening chat segment, I update on my container gardening project and my review/experience with sewing kids knit overalls.  These knit overalls were served, and sewn with a double needle on the sewing machine.  

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My guest this week is Peter Byrne of Peter Byrne Quilts.  Peter is an international award-winning, published modern quilter and teacher with a deep passion for innovation and design.  Two of Peter's quilts won at QuiltCon 2020: Best in Show for his "Starring You" quilt and Best Machine Quilting Frameless for "Cityscape".

Peter has a new Virtual Cityscape Improv Workshop where he will teach improvisational strip piecing to create a late night summer’s eve cityscape, including bright lights, dark skies and modern tower blocks and a new quilting technique Peter calls Overlay Quilting.  The dates for the workshops are May 14, 21st and 28th.  Find out more information on Peter’s instagram @petersquilts. You can register for the workshop via email petersquilts@gmail.com.

Also in this episode, I update on making face masks with the non tarnish 20 gauge wire, waiting for warmer weather to plant my garden containers and sewing projects I am working on.  

Stay safe and heathly everyone.

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Today's guests are a husband and wife podcast team and side hustle creative business owners, Gerald and Elena Flores. Their podcast is Sew Taco and they talk about their side hustle businesses, Sew Bonita and Taco Gear.  https://www.sewtaco.com
https://sewbonita.com and https://tacogear.com

I talk about different types of wire and how to choose and use them when you sew masks.

Also, I chat about the new video series with Tula Pink on the Fat Quarter Shop YouTube channel, as well as some cool epp notions and my favorite tool for sewing binding and bias tape.

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This is a super raw, pared down episode: no music, no editing.  Never fear, I still have good content for you to listen to on today’s episode.  I tell you about a new release of a sewing machine, the Juki 3000 QVP, which has high end features yet is more affordable.

Visible mending is something I have been wanting to try, and now is the perfect time for me to do so.  I was pleasantly surprised at how easy hand mending can be.  I am mostly doing the boro style stitch with heavy weight embroidery thread and floss, using a running stitch.  

EQ8 released a new add-on, the Dear Jane quilt blocks.  You will learn about what this add on of the digital version of the Dear Jane quilt is all about.

I conclude the episode with what I’m watching on all of the streaming apps, including YouTube channel recommendations.

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This episode is long, but full of various topics from sewing and quilting to cooking and entertainment as well as a lesson on Decor - grommet drapery panels.  I also try to make sense of the face mask debate on whether it is or not helping, plus a link to a step by step mask tutorial on YouTube.

I've got more YouTube channel recommendations, chat about my local tea shop, and my beloved porcelain tea set - Russian Blue Lomonosov - Cobalt net pattern.  Also, learn about another learning platform I am trying out on a 30 day free trial.  

I also share some new product reviews for quilting, mixed media and hair styling tool!

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Hi all, 

I hope this finds you well.  I have seen many artists and creatives giving extra freebies and gifts to their followers/customers this past week so that we have a little more happiness as most of us are sheltering at home.  I wanted to do something for my listeners as well, and I decided to publish this bonus Patreon Subscriber Only episode to the public this week.  If you would like a bonus episode every month, check out my Patreon page for subscription information at https://www.patreon.com/makeanddecorate

In this episode, I continue talking with Vicki Holloway, and we had so much fun!  We talk about a lot of things, and one of the topics we chatted about is the Cricket Maker.  I know Vicki has a Cricket Maker, and I have a Silhouette Cameo 2, so I picked her brain about her Cricut Maker.  

I hope you enjoy this episode, and happy quilting, crafting and decorating!

xxoo's

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In the first segment of today’s episode, I talk about various resources for interesting activities for not only creative and Quilty projects but also cooking recipes, free fitness classes and virtual museum tours you and your kids may enjoy.  

My guest is Brett Lewis from the Natural Born Quilter blog.  Brett is a quilter and has just launched his first quilting fabric collection with Northcott fabrics.  This collection is called Stag and Thistle, and it is absolutely amazing!!!  Brett shares his quilting journey that led to his collaboration with Northcott Fabrics.  He also talks about his vision and what inspired the theme of the Stag and Thistle  fabric collection.  This collection will be available for purchase at your local quilt shops and online shops in mid to late April.

Be sure to check out my podcast page show notes for all of the links to the resources I mentioned in the podcast, and all of the links where you can find Brett’s blog, Natural Born Quilter.  https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate

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My guest on today’s episode is Vicki Holloway from the podcast, My Creative Corner 3.  We chat about quilting, crafting and Vicki’s newly released premium podcast Zen and the Art of Creating. Her premium podcast is available to purchase in her Etsy shop.  She made the podcast to help creatives find zen and mindfulness.

In the first segment, I talk about joining the new Alison Glass & Giucy Giuce Mini block series sew along, and knit baby pants I made from an Oh Me Oh My Sewing pattern.

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In this episode my guest is Christian Henry from The Featherweight Shop, a family owned business that specializes in restoring and selling Singer Featherweight sewing machines in their online shop. They also help customers learn to maintain their machines on their own, which is one of the great things about the Featherweight machine - no computer, which requires simple maintenance.

In my chat segment, I talk about the Alison Glass Cathedral quilt that I made last week, and my experience quilting with silk batting for the first time.  I also talk more about the Circuit heat press.  I used mine for the first time, fusing on fusible web to the appliqué pieces for the Cathedral Quilt.  

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In the first segment of this episode, I talk about a quilt that I am making in a fast time-frame.  I am making the Alison Glass Cathedral quilt pattern, which is a raw edge appliqué throw size quilt. 

My guest is Sophia. Sophia's YouTube channel is My Great Challenge. Her videos are about home management and range from cleaning and organizing to DIY home decor projects, thrifting and quilting.

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Today's episode focuses on foundation paper piecing (FPP), with my guest, Juliet Van der Heijden, The Tartan Kiwi.  Juliet designs and sells foundation paper piecing patterns. Juliet is also the author of the book Animal Quilts, which has many foundation paper pieced patterns designed by Juliet.  You can find Juliet's patterns at http://thetartankiwi.com

In the lifestyle segment, I share new Netflix, Hulu and YouTube shows I am watching.  I also do a quick review of the Instant Pot Zest, a rice and grain cooker.  This can help speed meal preparation when you need to make rice or grain side dishes to your instant pot main dish meal, at an affordable price point.

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Happy New Year 2020!  It's a fresh start of a year, a decade and an extra day with Leap Year :)

I have lots to update you on with new crafts and arts I have tried, new tools and notions, and starting the year off with a renewed sense of creativity.  Also, I finally made my pj's!! They turned out amazing and were easy peasy to make, plus no alterations to the pattern other than adding length to the top. Find the link to the Molly Pajamas, 5outof4 pattern on my podcast page.

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ie; Cricut Heat Press and pad; Water color paints and paint brushes, Cold press water color paper, Go Girl Planner etc.

I share my general list of WIPs and new projects I will work on and complete in 2020, and review a couple of quilt/craft tv shows - Craft in America Quilts episode and Making It.

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In this episode, I chat with artist and fabric designer for Art Gallery Fabrics, Katarina Roccella.  Katerina is one of my favorite quilt fabric designers because she often uses the cool watery colors that I love...purple, teal, aqua, navy.  Her collections are often filled with elements of nature, animals and has a fun sense of whimsy.  

Earthen is Katarina's newest fabric collection that is releasing in mid-December...so right about the time this podcast episode publishes.  

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Happy Thanksgiving all!  I hope you will enjoy time with family, friends and your sewing machine - LOL! this holiday week! 

On this episode, Stephanie gives a few updates on holiday decorating and the scoop on all of those Dollar Tree you tube videos on crafting holiday decorations.

This is part 2 of my conversation with Scapbook Gal, Tracie Claiborne.  In addition to scrapbooking, Tracie is a hand lettering artist and interior decorating enthusiast. We begin with hand lettering, where Tracie shares her love of this art and her new hand lettering website that will launch in 2020.

The remainder of our conversation is devoted to all things interior decor and decorating for the seasons and holidays. We talk about how to decorate your rooms If you plan to incorporate seasonal/holiday decorating throughout the year.

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My guest this week is Tracie Claiborne, from the podcast “The Scrap Gals”. This episode is part 1 of 2 podcast episodes with Tracie.  Tracie is a co-host of “The Scrap Gals” podcast, a hand lettering artist, scrap book memory maker, and interior decorating enthusiast.  Tracie shares how quilters can start making memory books/journals on their special project, and how to keep it going throughout our journey of quilts, sewing projects, daily life and more.

Do you know the different between a Heritage Turkey, Organic Turkey and Heirloom Turkey aka crossbred heritage with non-heritage turkeys?  find out more on this episode.

The onslaught of a fierce polar vortex has brought an early winter here, which has most people getting into the holiday spirit early, including me.  Find out my new color scheme for my Christmas tree :)

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This is an information packed episode with updates on what's going on here, fabric and pattern sales that I splurged on last week, Quilt Market and Thanksgiving entertaining/decorating tablescape ideas, host/hostess gift ideas, and new recipes to try.

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This is a super information packed episode with Cheryl Sleboda of Muppin.com and Sew Much Cosplay.  We chat about different sewing techniques that can be used across all types of sewing and quilting.  Learn about incorporating technology into sewing projects, heirloom sewing techniques of smocking and ruching, and get an interesting glimpse into the world of Cosplay sewing.

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It's Season  2!!!  and I introduce my Patreon membership page, and there are rewards for each tier.  Every patron will receive an exclusive monthly bonus episode of the podcast that is only available to subscribing patrons.  Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/makeanddecorate

I get you caught up with what's been going on here with projects, design work and more!

My guest on this episode is Jessica Kapitansky of Sallie Tomato. Jessica designs and sells bag making hardware, bag patterns, cork fabric and has a new book just released in September, Create with Cork Fabric.   You can find her website and shop here https://www.sallietomato.com/

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This is the final episode of the Series: Different Types of Quilting, and the final episode of Season 1.  Season 2 will resume in the fall, so stay subscribed to be notified of new episodes.

My guest on this episode is Amanda Murphy, and she is a Spokesperson for Bernina, a book author, fabric designer, quilt pattern designer, and has various longarm and domestic machine quilting rulers.  Amanda shares her story about how she became a professional in the quilt industry through fabric design.

Also in this episode, we learn about how to transition from machine quilting to longarm quilting, and how to continue to build skills on both the longarm and domestic sewing machine.  Amanda gives tips on rulers to start out with, and how to use them in your quilting.

She has a new fabric line out now called Celestial Lights. There is a beautiful Celestial Lights practice panel designed for ruler quilting with her new oval set of rulers.  

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