Hip to be a Square Quilting Podcast

A short update so I don’t leave you all hanging. Thank you for listening and being a part of my quilting adventure. You can find me on Instagram at QuiltyShenanigans.

To celebrate the 10 year podcastiversary of Hip to be a Square, I brought on special guest and the reason I got into podcasting, Allison Rosen from Within a Quarter Inch. Catch up with Allison and I in a slightly more-personal-than-quilty discussion about crafting, kids, digital learning, divorce, the pandemic, home improvements, really detailed crafts, … Continue reading "HtbaS 349: Going Back to the Beginning with Allison Rosen"

A catch-up on the applique craziness I’ve found myself in (McKenna Ryan and Jane Sassaman are great designers), my new lonestar quilt that will need Serious Quilting, and some woodworking, an update on the pets (they’re all great!) and back to school (yikes!). Links will take you to my instagram account to see the pictures. … Continue reading "HtbaS 348: Applique Everywhere"

Oh hello there. I get back into the solo podcast saddle again with a recap of the most current events in my life since fall 2019, and start trying to figure out what’s next for me. Stay in touch! Follow my personal Instagram @Pantsfreesia. Please consider leaving a 5-star rating for the podcast on Apple Podcasts … Continue reading "HtbaS 347: Back to quilting, crafting, and more"

Pam and Lynn chat about pineapple quilts and one-block wonder quilts. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, and more on The Stitch TV Show page!

Pam and Lynn chat about about different methods to make half square triangles for quilt blocks and tips for buying fabric online. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, and more on The Stitch TV Show page!

Pam and Lynn chat about about quilting with pantographs and what we’d like to see from an online quilt show. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, and more on The Stitch TV Show page!

Pam and Lynn chat about different uses and tips for sewing with fabric panels and talk about different techniques for rag quilts. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, and more on The Stitch TV Show page!

Pam and Lynn chat about landscape quilts and using non-traditional fabrics in quilting. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, and more on The Stitch TV Show page!

Pam and Lynn chat about “made” fabric and 15 minutes of play, and share ideas for accessories you can make for your quilt! Note that we’re filming remote due to the current health concerns, but as of the time of this posting, we’re both healthy. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced … Continue reading "515: Made Fabric and Accessories for Your Quilts"

In this episode of the quilt podcast, we chat more about what makes a good quilt block size and layout, and share tips on organizing your sewing room for efficient sewing. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk … Continue reading "514: More “Best of” Quilt Blocks and Sewing Room Organization Tips"

In this episode of the quilt podcast, Lynn and Pam chat the most versatile quilt block sizes and discuss how to get a gradient effect with fabrics in your sewing projects! This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk … Continue reading "513: Versatile Quilt Block Sizes and Fabric Gradient Effects"

In this episode of the quilt podcast, Lynn and Pam chat about different types of fabric rugs (including jelly roll rugs and floor canvases), and share some tips for tracking quilting progress with bullet journals for quilters! This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links … Continue reading "512: Fabric Rugs and Bullet Journals for Quilters"

In this episode of the quilt podcast, Lynn and Pam debate the best star quilt blocks, and discuss how to choose an applique method for various types of projects. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, … Continue reading "The Stitch TV Show 511: Fabric Scarves and Cleaning Out a Sewing Room"

In this episode of the quilt podcast, Lynn and Pam debate the best star quilt blocks, and discuss how to choose an applique method for various types of projects. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, … Continue reading "The Stitch TV Show 510: Star Quilt Block Smackdown and Choosing an Applique Method"

In this episode of the quilt podcast, Lynn and Pam talk about barn quilts and share tips on sketching for quilters. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, and more on The Stitch TV Show page!

I recently realized I never posted the podcast for this episode when the video dropped. Oops! In this episode of the quilt podcast, Lynn and Pam talk about quilting hacks and how to use quilting to enhance your quilts. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show … Continue reading "The Stitch TV Show 508: Quilting Hacks and Using Quilting to Enhance Your Quilts"

In this episode of the quilt podcast, Lynn and Pam talk about suggestions for holiday sewing projects and tips for making quilts from a whole fabric line. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, and more … Continue reading "The Stitch TV Show 507: Holiday Sewing Projects and Quilts from a Whole Fabric Line"

In this episode of the quilt podcast, Lynn and Pam talk about the quilted heart phenomenon and the differences between coverlets vs quilts vs blankets. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, and more on The Stitch … Continue reading "The Stitch TV Show 506: Quilted Hearts and Coverlets vs Quilts vs Blankets"

In this episode of the quilt podcast, Lynn and Pam talk about some of the benefits and tips for computerized sewing machines, and monochromatic quilts and how to successfully design them.

In this episode of the quilt podcast, Lynn and Pam talk about fabric jelly rolls and orphan quilt blocks.

In this episode of the quilt podcast, Lynn and Pam talk about tips for hiring a longarm quilter and writing quilt patterns. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, and more on The Stitch TV Show page!

In this episode, Lynn and Pam talk about caring for rotary cutting mats, and some things to consider when designing a quilt for a quilt show. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, and more on The … Continue reading "The Stitch TV Show 502: Rotary Cutting Mats and Designing Quilts for Show"

In this episode, Lynn and Pam talk about uses for fabric postcards beyond sending them to your friends, and share some social media tips for crafters. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, and more on The … Continue reading "The Stitch TV Show 501: Fabric Postcards and Social Media Tips for Crafters"

In this episode of The Stitch TV Show quilting podcast, Pam and Lynn talk about rotary cutters, including tips and techniques, and share some of our favorite quilting memories. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, … Continue reading "The Stitch TV Show 424: Rotary Cutters and Favorite Quilting Memories"

In this episode of The Stitch TV Show quilting podcast, Pam and Lynn talk about the process to become a quilt appraiser, and talk about some of our worst quilting ideas ever (and how we pushed through to overcome them).

In this episode of The Stitch TV Show quilting podcast, Pam and Lynn read out the judges’ comments from their guild quilt show, and also talk about tips for photographing quilts. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk … Continue reading "The Stitch TV Show 422: Judges’ Comments and Quilt Photography"

In this episode of The Stitch TV Show quilting podcast, Pam and Lynn talk about different types of fusibles, and top quilting techniques to master This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, and more on The Stitch … Continue reading "The Stitch TV Show 421: Fusibles and Quilt Techniques to Master"

In this episode of The Stitch TV Show quilting podcast, Pam and Lynn talk about quilting terms and pins. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, and more on The Stitch TV Show page!

In this episode of The Stitch TV Show quilting podcast, Pam and Lynn talk about what makes a scrappy quilt “scrappy” and some of the basics of machine embroidery. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, … Continue reading "The Stitch TV Show 419 Audio Podcast"

In this episode of The Stitch TV Show quilting podcast, we chat about die cutting fabric and some tips for making y-seams in quilts. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, and more on The Stitch TV … Continue reading "The Stitch TV Show 418 Audio Podcast"

In this episode of The Stitch TV Show quilting podcast, we chat about statement and protest quilts, and suggestions to choosing a quilting design and keeping it consistent. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, and … Continue reading "The Stitch TV Show Ep 417 Audio Podcast"

Is this thing on? I finally return for an update after the family vacation and a whirlwind March. Books discussed include (courtesy of Amazon Affiliate links): Priory of the Orange Tree by Samatha Shannon Sold on a Monday by Kristina McMorris Death by Chocolate Malted Milkshake by Sarah Graves Stay in touch! Follow my personal … Continue reading "HtbaS 346: Priory of the Chocolate Quilt"

In this episode of The Stitch TV Show quilting podcast, we talk about mosaic quilts and some tips for covering up quilting and piecing mistakes. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, and more on The Stitch … Continue reading "The Stitch TV Show Episode 416 Audio Podcast"

In this episode of The Stitch TV Show quilting podcast, we talk about modern quilts and precision piecing. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. See show notes, links to the various things we talk about, photos, and more on The Stitch TV Show page! I’ll be back next … Continue reading "Episode 415 of The Stitch TV Show"

I'm back in the quilting podcast saddle. Huzzah.

It's the next quilting podcast episode of The Stitch TV Show! We're chatting about wool applique and seasonal quilts.

Listen to the latest quilting podcast on advice for new quilters and seam rippers.

In this episode of The Stitch TV Show, we talk about crumb quilts and our most-used sewing machine feet. Our next Virtual Stitch-In is Feb 8 at 7 pm US Eastern, and our next quilting book club is Feb 22 at 7pm  US Eastern. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. … Continue reading "Ep 412 of The Stitch TV Show Audio Podcast"

I go over some recent challenges in my sewing room, and how I’m going to try to overcome them. Books reviewed below (link via Amazon Affiliate program): The Story Keeper by Lisa Wingate One of Us is Lying by Karen McManus Kingdom of the Blind by Louise Penny Stay in touch! Follow my personal Instagram @Pantsfreesia, … Continue reading "HtbaS 344: One of Us is Quilting"

Get the podcast version of episode 411 of The Stitch TV Show to learn more about time management and our favorite quilting tools.

Check out episode 343 of the Hip to be a Square Quilting Podcast!

It's the quilting podcast of Ep 410 of The Stitch TV Show; we're talking t-shirt quilts and thread storage.

Please enjoy the audio from last Friday's virtual stitch-in, with special guest, our friend Brian!

In episode 409 of The Stitch TV Show, we talk about making quilted pillows and some tips for working with print fabrics.

A holiday update on current quilting and sewing and what I'm doing over the upcoming holiday!

Episode 408 of the quilting podcast for The Stitch TV Show brings you bucket list quilts and walking foot quilting!

At long last Lynn and I recap our trip to Quilt Market and Festival in early November. It has just as many hijinks and pie as you'd expect from us.

It’s been a few weeks since I last checked in with you all, and a lot has happened! Detailed Quilt Market and Festival recaps will wait until Lynn can join me but in general it went well and we were exhausted! In the mean time, on the homefront there’s been appliance replacements, DIY projects, Thanksgiving, … Continue reading "HtbaS 341: Perfect Quilt Lies Sleeping"

In this episode of The Stitch TV Show, we talk about binding preferences and our go-to quilt patterns! Check out our latest quilt pattern A Star is Born at our digital shop. Note: At 35:19 Pam lets slip a short curse word. Apologies! Our next Virtual Stitch-In is December 14 at 7 pm US Eastern, and … Continue reading "Episode 407 of The Stitch TV Show Audio Podcast"

In this episode of The Stitch TV Show, we talk about hand stitching and three color quilts! Our next Virtual Stitch-In is December 14 at 7 pm US Eastern, and our next quilting book club is Nov 30th at 7pm US Eastern. This is the audio-only version of the YouTube video, produced as a quilting podcast. … Continue reading "The Stitch TV Show Ep 406 Audio Podcast"