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Hi I'm Nicole Gilbert and this is the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast.  Each Wednesday join me as I share the ins and outs of that quilt life.  If you don't have a sewing machine, can bust out a super fly Y seam,  or just want to hear about the newest or coolest quilty news, this is the podcast for you.In this episode I'm chatting about all my favorite quilting rules to break.  And also one that I totally agree with, yikes!You Can Find me on:FacebookInstagramYouTube

Hi I'm Nicole Gilbert and this is the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast.  Each Wednesday join me as I share the ins and outs of that quilt life.  If you don't have a sewing machine, can bust out a super fly Y seam,  or just want to hear about the newest or coolest quilty news, this is the podcast for you.Sampler Spree Sew AlongSampler Spree by Susan AcheThis is about projects that no longer bring us joy.  That are a chore to work on and you really don't care what the finished product is cuz it is just not your jam anymore.  But you might still be feeling wishy washy about it, I mean thats a lot of time, money and energy you put into thatAsk yourself:Do you still love it?Do you want to put in the time and money to finish it?Will it bring joy to your day to work on it, gift it, or display it in your home?Do you have the space to store it? Or would you rather that space be used for a new project?Does the occasion still exist for this quilt? For example, if it is a baby quilt, but the baby is now in high school, is there still a need?So what can you do if you decide its just not love anymore?Donate the unfinished quilt to the local guild, almost always someone willing and excited to finishRepurpose the orphan blocks as pillows, placematsMake a scrappy backing using orphan blocksYou Can Find me on:FacebookInstagramYouTube

In this episode of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast I had the pleasure of chatting with Natalie Pratt of the Ginger Quilter Box.  Each month the Ginger Quilter Box arrives at your door packed with fabric, a quilt pattern, notions and even a treat to keep you moving on your quilting journey!Quilt on the WallWhere to find Natalie and the Ginger Quilter Box:InstagramThe Ginger Quilter BoxThe Ginger Quilter BlogYou Can Find me on:FacebookInstagramYouTube

On this episode of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast we're chatting about quilt charities and donations.Links mentioned:Quilts of ValorQuilts of HonorProject LinusWrap them in LoveVictoria's QuiltsHopes and Dreams Quilt Challenge for ALSThe Giving QuiltYou Can Find me on:FacebookInstagramYouTube

Hi I'm Nicole Gilbert and this is the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast.  Each Wednesday join me as I share the ins and outs of that quilt life.  If you don't have a sewing machine, can bust out a super fly Y seam,  or just want to hear about the newest or coolest quilty news, this is the podcast for you.Hi Folks! Nicole here and welcome to season 3 episode 10 of the stop scrolling, start sewing podcast. Whether you're listening on the way to work or watching on YouTube, thank you for spending a bit of your day with me.On this episode of the podcast we're talking about using technology in your quilting studio. But first the quilt on the wallQuilt on the wall: Criss Cross by April Rosenthal of Prairie Grass Patterns Finishes 55x66 Jelly Roll FriendlyMentioned this episode: (for all apps listed please visit the appropriate App Store for your device)Camera: for block placement and checking color valueThere are also some great apps for color ideas and palette creation.  Some of my favorites are:Color Viewfinder app (turns photos into color palettes)Pantone Studio (color, build and create palettes to audition)Color Inspiration Tool (can take one color and build palettes around it)Math App:Calculator (binding squares etc)Robert Kaufmann Quilt Calculator (how much yardage you need, size of borders etc)Tracking:  QuiltfulTimer/Alarm ClockInterested in joining the Sampler Spree Slow AlongNow Stop Scrolling and Start SewingYou Can Find me on:FacebookInstagramYouTube

In this episode of the podcast we're chatting about sewing studio storage.Quilt on the Wall: MJ's Messenger bag Fabric: Tula Pink Tiny BeastsThread CatcherWide Mouth Mason JarsSew and StoreQuilt ClipsPegBoard and hook setYou Can Find me on:FacebookInstagramYouTube

In this episode I'm recapping my trip to International Quilt Market 2023 in Houston, TX.Quilt on the wall: Brightly- 60x72Designer: Cluck cluck sewFabric: Happy Days by Sheri and ChelsiLayer cake friendlySo I thought I'd recap the new things I saw, products that I'm really excited about, fabric lines that I'm drooling over, and some really gorgeous quilts that were on display in the show.Wonderfil- Spool holder and thread organizationFree Spirit Katrinka- Eco PrintingColor Block Quilt Making- Elizabeth ChappellQuilt Coat- Quilt SmartEye Candy Quilts- AstrologikaKaffe FassettTula Pink- Everglow Project bags (moon garden)- I will update with links when they are available, that's how new this stuff is!Queen of DiamondsStar Cluster QuiltStained Glass QuiltSparkler QuiltYou Can Find me on:FacebookInstagramYouTube

Hi I'm Nicole Gilbert and this is the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast.  Each Wednesday join me as I share the ins and outs of that quilt life.  If you don't have a sewing machine, can bust out a super fly Y seam,  or just want to hear about the newest or coolest quilty news, this is the podcast for you.Today on the Podcast I wanna talk about displaying quilts in your home.  This is something that I have had a hard time with over the years and have really researched how to do this in a way that was functional as well as beautiful.The Quilt on the Wall:Quilt Pattern: Happy Stripes by Emily Dennis of Quilty LoveFabric: Seashore Drive by Sherri and Chelsi for Moda FabricsGet the pattern hereLinks mentioned in this episode:Quilted Pot Holder TutorialQuilted Pillow Sham with Envelope ClosureWall Hanging ClipsCurtain ClipsQuilt LadderYou Can Find me on:FacebookInstagramYouTube

Hi I'm Nicole Gilbert and this is the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast.  Each Wednesday join me as I share the ins and outs of that quilt life.  If you don't have a sewing machine, can bust out a super fly Y seam,  or just want to hear about the newest or coolest quilty news, this is the podcast for you.Hi Folks! Nicole here and welcome to season 3 episode 6 of the stop scrolling, start sewing podcast. Whether you're listening on the way to work or watching on YouTube, thank you for spending a bit of your day with me.On this episode of the podcast we are chatting all about Pattern Testers.  In the past we've discussed all sorts of quilting professionals, including educators, instructors, pattern designers, and fabric designers.  But a little known, but super important, part of the process are the pattern testers.The Quilt on the Wall:Dashing by Corey Yoder of Coriander Quilts.  Fun fact she is also a fabric designer for Moda FabricsFinishes at 60x72This quilt is fat eigth friendly, I used fat quartersFabric is Welcome Home by Anna Maria HornerYou can find the pattern hereYou can find the Fabric here If you would like to join my group of pattern testers apply here: You Can Find me on:FacebookInstagramYouTube

Hi Folks, Welcome to the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast!  In this episode, I'm chatting how to take your fabric collection from a dirty little secret stash to a wonderfully useful stock.Quilt On the Wall: Ophelia Quilt designed by Pieced Just SewYou can find the pattern hereMaywood Studios Gelato OmbreSampler Spree Slow Along: http://nicolegilbertquilts.com/sampler-spree-slow-along/You Can Find me on:FacebookInstagramYouTube

Hi Folks, Welcome to the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast!  In this episode, I'm chatting about the fear of cutting up your fabric stash.Quilt On the Wall: Kapow Quilt Pattern by Kustom KwiltsYou can find the pattern hereTula Punk Tiny CoordinatesSampler Spree Slow AlongWhere you can find me:InstagramFacebookStop Scrolling, Start Sewing YouTube

In this episode of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast we're chatting about packing for quilting retreats.  It can be overwhelming to think about all the things you need to bring with you in order to enjoy your sewing time away from home.  Quilt on the Wall: Lottie designed by Penelope Handmade, Pieced by me, Featuring Art Gallery Fabrics Pure SolidsFind the pattern hereLinks mentioned in this episode:Thread Catcher TutorialTutto Sewing Machine BagsSamsonite Compact Folding Luggage CartByAnnie A Place For Everything PatternByAnnie Ultimate Travel Bag PatternTula Pink HardwareOliso Mini Project IronOmnigrid Travel Cutting MatLori Holt for Riley Blake Cutting MatOlfa Splash Rotary CutterCreative Grids 6.5x24.5 RulerSquare Ruler SetOh... Sew Organized Stand n Store

Sewing Machine Educators and Quilt ClassesIn this episode I'm breaking down just what a Baby Lock Educator is and what the team does.  It's been a blast to be a part of the Baby Lock Educator team.  I've gotten the chance to meet Baby Lock sewing machine owners and shop owners from across North America.I also chat about finding quilt classes.Quilt on the Wall, Sasha the Tiger: https://bit.ly/3xEC7oyBaby Lock: https://babylock.comWhere you can find me:YouTube: https://youtu.be/dGpcdl523U0Facebook: http://facebook.com/nicolegilbertquiltsNicole Gilbert Quilts Blog: http://nicolegilbertquilts.com/custom-blogNicole Gilbert Quilts Instagram: http://instagram.com/nicolegilbertquiltsNicole Gilbert Quilts Shop: http://nicolegilbertquilts.com/shop

Hi I'm Nicole Gilbert and this is the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast.  Each Wednesday join me as I share the ins and outs of that quilt life.  If you don't have a sewing machine, can bust out a super fly Y seam,  or just want to hear about the newest or coolest quilty news, this is the podcast for you.Hello, Hello I'm back!  Did ya miss me?  Cuz I for sure missed you. This has been a crazy year and I can't wait to get back into the podcast saddle with all of you!  So what have I been up to?Well, we've moved to Kansas, I'm a new Baby Lock Educator, and I'm back to traveling to guilds and shops to teach!There is a new format for the podcast!  You can listen on your favorite podcast provider as well as watch on the Nicole Gilbert Quilts YouTube channel.Don't forget, National Jelly Roll Day is September 17.Questions answered this episode:How to choose fabric for scrap quilts?What are good sewing projects for kids?How do you choose background fabrics?Links mentioned in this episode:Sampler Spree by Susan Ache: nicolegilbertquilts.com/shop/samplerspreeSampler Spree Sew Along: https://nicolegilbertquilts.com/sampler-spree-slow-along/Nicole Gilbert Quilts YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/nicolegilbertquilts

Well I'm back!  From (what I consider) a much deserved summer break.  And boy, do I have a lot in store for y'all.  This is an episode that you definitely don't want to miss.  Be sure to listen in for all the cool new things coming up.But first a quick announcement:  Enrollment for Learn to Quilt in 60 Days is Open NOW!  And for a limited time only.  Doors close 9/12 and the first day of class is the 13th.  To learn all the details, head over to nicolegilbertquilts.com/enrollFor those of you who are faithful listeners, you know that appliqué isn't my jam.  I think I've said those exact words several times on the podcast.  But recently, that has changed for me.  If you listened to my New Years episode a few months back, I mentioned that this year I wanted to learn some new techniques and I truly have dived on in on this.I've become a prolific bag maker, an English paper piecing addict, and.... an appliqué artist.Yup.  applique.  I have to admit, whenever I used to think of appliqué, images of sunbonnet sue and little houses with chimneys always came to mind.  For those of you familiar with my quilting aesthetic, you know that is for sure not up my alley.  SO I started to explore.  And I found a project I fell in love with.  SO much so, that I've even started down the path of certification to teach this specific technique for a major national brand.  More on that later this fall.But now that I'm in love with all (or at least most) things appliqué. I thought I'd go over the basics of appliqué and some the tools you may find helpful.

Welcome to Episode 37 of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast. On today's episode, I'm breaking down my 2021 quilty goal and also giving you some sneak peeks to what I have in store for all of you!If you'd rather read this episode, check out the transcript here.Peace out 2020. Was anyone sad to see that year go? Not me! But I also learned so much and my business grew tenfold, which I am so grateful to each and every one of you!Since it’s a new year lets chat resolutions… and mine are more like goals:Become more prolific- make at least 12 small projects this yearEnglish paper piecingmake a By Annie bagopen an Etsy shop Now let’s talk about what I’m currently working on A granny square-is EPP lap quilt and a Tula Pink EPP pillowByAnnie’s Take a Stand bagFinishing 2 giant quilts with little tiny pieces that I think are absolutely gorgeous and I can't stand at this point What I’ve got in store for all of you this year;A new class of the modern quilters academy opens on February 2Color Theory workshopCrafty hours

Hey There! Welcome to episode 36 of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast. On this episode of the podcast, we're chatting about the skills you REALLY need before learning to quilt. And I swear, it's not nearly as much as you think!

Welcome to episode 34 of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast. In today's episode I'm going to give you 4 tips for choosing your first quilting pattern.Tip #1: Choose a quilt pattern that uses squares and rectanglesTip #2: Use bigger pieces on a smaller projectTip #3: Choose a pattern using precutsTip #4: Take a classIf you're interested in listening to my episode where I breakdown the most popular precuts currently on the market, click here.

Welcome to Episode 33 of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast. On today's episode I'm giving you a tour of my current quilting studio as well as how I used to quilt in the past. I'm also giving you a sneak peek into the studio of my daydreams!I talk about a lot of different notions and items in this week's episode so I'm just listing out links to everything so you can have a look!June Tailor Get Squared Ruler6" x 24" Acrylic RulerThread Spool RackCricut MakerOttLite Desk LampJanome M7 ContinentalIkea Melltorp tableCounter Height ChairPeg Board SetGlider and OttomanRolling CartExtra Large Cutting TableTo Download your FREE "Set up your sewing machine for quilting" guide Click Here.

Can you believe it's already time for Thanksgiving?! That means gift giving is right around the corner.In episode 26 of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing Podcast I walked you through setting your maker's calendar for your homemade holiday gifts. In that episode, I told you to prepare for burn out and oversights. That's what today's episode is for.In this episode of the podcast, I'm providing you with 5 simple homemade gift ideas that make excellent stocking stuffers and small hostess gifts.1. Tissue Holder2. Zipper Card Pouch3. Reusable Snack Bag4. Oven Mitts and Hot Pad5. Eyeglass Sleeve

Welcome to episode 30 of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast. I will always advocate for streamlining our quilting supplies. If you head back to episode 2, I go through the essential items and notions you'll need to quilt. But that's not what we're doing here today. Today is all about the cool notions that are not essential but oh so nice to have. Think of this as your starter quilters Christmas list!June Tailer Square Acrylic Ruler-4.5"Creative Grids Stripology Slotted RulerAcrylic Ruler RackRuler Gripper HandleTrue GripsWool Pressing MatRotating Self Healing MatQuilting ClapperHera Marker

I get asked all the time where I find the patterns for the quilts that I make. And how do I so consistently find quilt patterns that fit my "theme" or aesthetic when they are from such different designers. And the answer is that I've done the self analysis.I know, I know. That sounds so extra. And no, it's not some deep version of guilty therapy. Instead, I suggest you start where all great art starts. Pinterest. Duh. Just start pinning. I suggest you start a board where you only pin quilt patterns that you like and would like to try one day.Then take a step back and really find the commonality in the patterns you chose. Do you prefer traditional blocks? What about color?Then I want you to find a fabric designer you love. And check out the quilt patterns that they've created to go with their fabric lines. Do you see where I'm going with this?It's all about exploration. But I love this exercise because not only will you figure out your favorite quilt pattern designers, but you'll find out your quilting aesthetic, your favorite fabric designers, and so much more. This a quilty education rabbit hole and I hope you explore it!

Quilt labels are often the unsung heroes of the quilt world. They are a great way to leave your mark. I always think about my grandchildren finding one of my quilts and seeing the tag and thinking about what grandma was up to in 2019. I'm sure I'm overly romanticizing the whole thing, but you get the idea.In this episode we talk about embroidery, iron ons, custom made and even how to print your own quilt labels on your home computer. I go over information that you can include on your next label as well as ways to attach it to your quilt.

Hey there! On today's episode of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast. On today's episode we're chatting about planning for holiday gift giving.1. Make a list of all the people you'd like to make gifts for.2. Choose what you would like to gift to each person.3. Plan a calendar with gifting dates and make sure you start with the biggest project first!4. Give yourself a parachute and safety net.5. HAVE FUN.themodernquilterscircle.com/episode-26