The Grateful Thread Podcast

Alternative title: The One Where They Say Goodbye   As we close this extremely special chapter of our lives, we hope to stay in touch and keep spreading the quilty love out in the world! We cherish this little community of creatives that have found our words and voices to be a safe space and hope to continue fostering these spaces in the future. We are so grateful to our listeners who found us early and followed this journey as we've grown together and individually.   Bye Threadheads!   Find the show notes and merch:   thegratefulthreadpodcast.com   Find us on Instagram:   @TheGratefulThreadPodcast   We're your hosts...   Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio   urbandwellstudio.com   Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

Alternative title: Maybe We're Working On A Bunch Of Stuff   It's been a hot minute since we've just gabbed about the projects and things that we're spending our time on and we're updating each other (and our listeners) on the new things that we have going on!   Pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us!   Find the show notes and merch:   thegratefulthreadpodcast.com   Find us on Instagram:   @TheGratefulThreadPodcast   We're your hosts..   Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio   urbandwellstudio.com   Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

Alternate Title: From CookieCon To QuiltCon Our sweet friend Stephanie joins us on this episode to share about her journey into quilting and fabric design. She's known for her beautiful and bright fabric prints that pair incredibly well with traditional patterns! So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us! Find the show notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Find us on Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast And find our guest, Stephanie of @PrettyPlease.mx https://www.stephanieorganes.com/   We're your hosts.. Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio urbandwellstudio.com Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

Alternative title: Allegedly Helpful Tips For Choosing Fabric Allegedly, allegedly, allegedly... We're handing out helpful hints to get your next project off to a great start!    Pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us!   Find the show notes and merch:   thegratefulthreadpodcast.com   Find us on Instagram:   @TheGratefulThreadPodcast   We're your hosts..   Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio   urbandwellstudio.com   Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

Alternate Title: You Should Label Your Quilts... We've been tradeshow buddies with Amy Milne of Quilt Alliance for about a year now, and have had this interview in the works for just as long! We have been anxiously waiting to capture the beautiful and powerful conversations that we share in person for you, our listeners, and are so thrilled to introduce you to this incredible human and her work. Quilt Alliance seeks to document, preserve, and share American quilting heritage by collecting the rich stories that historic and contemporary quilts, and their makers, tell about our nation's diverse peoples and their communities. We hope that you will feel inspired by today's interview to further value the beautiful creations and work that you create by documenting them for future generations! So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us! Find the show notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Find us on Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast And find our guest, Amy of Quilt Alliance @QuiltAlliance https://quiltalliance.org/ We're your hosts.. Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio urbandwellstudio.com Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

Alternative title: How To Choose The Perfect Pantograph We're dropping in with a much-requested episode on pantograph selection and hope that you'll find some helpful hints and tips!  Disclaimer: These are just our preferences and opinions for those who are still seeking out their ideal style and learning the ins and outs! If you already feel confident in your selection process, YAY! Pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us!   Find the show notes and merch:   thegratefulthreadpodcast.com   Find us on Instagram:   @TheGratefulThreadPodcast   We're your hosts..   Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio   urbandwellstudio.com   Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts   messyquilts.com

Alternate Title: The Clapper Dude What happens when quilting weaves its way into woodworking? And when the two form to circle back to useful tools made for quilters? Our friend Chris, owner of Modern American Vintage, shares his story on how he came to be one of the most well-recognized handmade quilting tool producers in the country and about how this career pivoted his life. Whether you own a beautiful, handmade tool from his shop, have admired the pieces from across a quilt showroom floor, or follow his work on social media, you'll fall in love with this hardworking creative who loves his work and cares so much for the quilting community! So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us! Find the show notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Find us on Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast And find our guest, Chris @modern_american_vintage https://modernamericanvintage.com/ We're your hosts.. Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio urbandwellstudio.com Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

Alternative title: How To Nurture Your Talent When You Maybe Don't Have Time   We're chatting about the void of Summer break and what that looks like with kids or other hobbies. We're embracing the season and soaking up the opportunities that the warm weather presents! Pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us!   Find the show notes and merch:   thegratefulthreadpodcast.com   Find us on Instagram:   @TheGratefulThreadPodcast   We're your hosts..   Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio   urbandwellstudio.com   Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts   messyquilts.com

We're back, after a recording mishap with our last episode! Immediately after meeting our two guests, we knew that we needed to introduce them to the rest of you! They're not only amazing educators, but they've both created after-school sewing and quilting clubs for their students! We were excited to drop this episode at a time of year that lends itself to planning the implementation of a creative program of your own! Whether you're a teacher, parent, or community member, we hope that you'll get some helpful tips and insight into what it takes to get started! So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us! Find the show notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Find us on Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast And find our guests, Tara @thewindycityquilter and Sam @samrhymeswithham We're your hosts.. Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio urbandwellstudio.com Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

Today, we're joined by one of our most favorite quilters, and are so excited to share our conversation with Libs Elliott with you! From her brief stint at Crayola to her big jump in college studies, we learn all about the road that led her to create computer-engineered patterns at a time when modern quilting was still in its infancy. So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us! Find the show notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Find us on Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast And find our guest, Libs @LibsElliott We're your hosts.. Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio urbandwellstudio.com Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

Alternative title: To Buy A Longarm Or Not To Buy A Longarm   Maybe you've been in the market for a longarm machine, or maybe you're looking to be talked out of it once and for all. Either way, we're addressing the pros and cons of longarm ownership to help you decide if it's for you! With one of us on either side of the fence, there's some great points made to help see the big picture! If you're nowhere near the consideration of purchasing one? We cover that too and outline the many alternatives quilters can use to finish their beautiful treasures! Pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us!   Find the show notes and merch:   thegratefulthreadpodcast.com   Find us on Instagram:   @TheGratefulThreadPodcast   We're your hosts..   Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio   urbandwellstudio.com   Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts   messyquilts.com

Pop in for a quick cut of fabric or spend the afternoon perusing the color-sorted modern collections as you're greeted by the friendliest cut counter people you've EVER met! Sewtopia is a place that makes you feel like you're on an episode of Cheers and we think this is as good of a time as ever to start petitioning Amy and Megan for some barstools at the cut counter at the new location! Learn about Sewtopia's humble beginnings and about how to check them out virtually and in-person at their incredible quilting retreats! So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us! Find the show notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Find us on Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast And find our guests, @Sewtopia Sewtopia.com We're your hosts.. Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio urbandwellstudio.com Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

Pop in for a quick cut of fabric or spend the afternoon perusing the color-sorted modern collections as you're greeted by the friendliest cut counter people you've EVER met! Sewtopia is a place that makes you feel like you're on an episode of Cheers and we think this is as good of a time as ever to start petitioning Amy and Megan for some barstools at the cut counter at the new location! Learn about Sewtopia's humble beginnings and about how to check them out virtually and in-person at their incredible quilting retreats! So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us! Find the show notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Find us on Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast And find our guests, @Sewtopia Sewtopia.com We're your hosts.. Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio urbandwellstudio.com Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

Alternative title: "Socks On Pedal, Pedal On Floor" In this episode of The Grateful Thread Podcast, Ashelyn and Lacie delve into the magical world of quilting retreats, and if you aren't already convinced, you'll be hunting down the next retreat near you after you listen! Leave your hard pants at home, opt to go braless, eat food you don't have to make, and be sure to bring enough of your favorite treats to share!   Pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us! Find the show notes and merch: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Find us on Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast We're your hosts.. Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio urbandwellstudio.com Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

In this episode, we're joined by the color-catching sewist, teacher-turned-pattern designer, and creative genius behind Sewspicious: Vickeidy Plybon. We continue the conversation on sewing spaces and dive into the importance of representation in the quilting world. You are going to love this beautiful and talented soul just as much as we do! So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us! Find the show notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Find us on Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast And find our guest, Vickeidy @sewspicious We're your hosts.. Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio urbandwellstudio.com Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

Alternative title: "Did we just become a bookclub?" In this episode of The Grateful Thread Podcast, Ashelyn and Lacie discuss the reality of sewing spaces, acknowledging that many quilters don't have lavish or Pinterest-worthy studios dedicated to the hobby we all love. They talk about "making it work" in the spaces that you have, give a couple of solid tips, and share a few things that help make their "studios" more flexible for their families and how those spaces have evolved over the years! So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us! Find the show notes and merch: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Find us on Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast We're your hosts.. Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio urbandwellstudio.com Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

In this episode of The Grateful Thread Podcast, Ashelyn and Lacie sit down with their fellow podcaster, Wendy Chow of The Weekend Quilter and introduce you to the side of the Quilt Buzz co-host that you rarely get to hear! In this flip of the microphone, you'll hear about what inspires her designs and the things that she's most passionate about in this quilting industry! So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us! Find the show notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Find us on Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast And find our guest, Wendy @the.weekendquilter We're your hosts.. Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio urbandwellstudio.com Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

Do you have some quilt-related goals for this new year? Or, perhaps you've resolved to slow down and focus on projects that require more slow stitching! Whether you're adding learning new skills to your plans for 2024 or seeking permission to step away from the sewing machine for a few months, Ashelyn and Lacie have some great tips to help you balance your quilt goals! Listen in for some ideas that you can apply to your quilting and, as always, we want to know what you Threadheads are planning! So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us! Find the show notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Find us on Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast We're your hosts.. Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio urbandwellstudio.com Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

Well, it's the end of 2023 and we've served out our contract with one another. While Ashelyn and Lacie have had an absolute blast bringing you these episodes, they're announcing plans for 2024, so be sure to listen to the end! The two quilty hosts talk "Year In Review" and take turns sharing their favorite moments and interviews from this fun and fulfilling project! While they certainly didn't anticipate meeting so many listeners in real life (or even having real-life listeners!), they wanted to take a moment to thank each and every one of you for tuning in and for riding out technical difficulties, their "awkward phase", and for the outpouring of kindness from newfound Threadheads!   So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us! Find the show notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Find us on Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast We're your hosts.. Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio urbandwellstudio.com Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

It's that time of year when opportunities abound and the prospects of new projects are popping up with the start of the New Year, but what's a quilter to do with all of those choices!? In Episode 25 of The Grateful Thread Podcast, Ashelyn and Lacie discuss FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) and share some practical tips for navigating this busy time of year. Whether you're planning to join a sew-along in the new year, or you struggle with comparison, this is the episode for you! So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us! Find the show notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Find us on Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast We're your hosts.. Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio urbandwellstudio.com Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

A quilt-world friend of Ashelyn and Lacie, Jess joins the podcast to talk about finding success and balancing family life. Don't let the name "Longarm League" make you think that this episode is just for longarmers, though! There's so much inspiration to glean from this kind and hardworking entrepreneur, and you can bet that you'll be learning how to find some new designs and longarmers in our quiltiverse! Check out merch Go to shownotes Find our guest, Jess @LongarmLeague and your hosts: Ashelyn @UrbanDwellStudio Lacie @MessyQuilts

There's a chill in the air and you've likely already begun your holiday making, but if you're behind on that project or you're already stressed about what to give your loved ones, you'll want to tune into this episode as Ashelyn and Lacie encourage you to slow down and rethink the standard quilt gift! Don't be fooled though, there's plenty of quilt gifting talk with tips for ensuring the longevity of your handmade items. And, while we all love making others feel loved with our gifts, the girls give some suggestions for some alternatives to physical items! All new The Grateful Thread Podcast episodes air every other Monday! A Link To Our Sponsor, Osage Hills Retreat Center Find Our Gift Guide In The Show Notes Find Us On Instagram! @TheGratefulThreadPodcast We're Your Hosts... Ashelyn @UrbanDwellStudio Lacie @MessyQuilts

In Episode 22, Jennyth of Pasadena Quilt Studio joins the podcast to chat about pivoting later in life, niching down, and dreaming big! The girls unpack grief, working through injury and navigating burnout as a business owner when your success rides solely upon your ability to successfully juggle the demands of a virtual world. If you haven't seen the beautiful modern colorway quilt kits created by Jennyth, you are missing out! Go To Our Show Notes Check Out Our Guest Find Your Hosts: Ashelyn Lacie

Alternate Title: We Can All Win In Episode 21, Ashelyn and Lacie (and their third host!) dive into a discussion on making and maintaining friends in the modern world. They share about their relationship with one another and the importance of creating and maintaining boundaries with those that you love to best preserve, grow, and honor those relationships. There's lots of giggles and plenty of encouragement to reach out and invite others into your life. Go To Our Show Notes Find Your Hosts: Ashelyn Lacie

Alternate Title: Multigenerational Friendships And Finding Your Crowd The podcast mashup you've been asking for; The Inappropriate Quilters join Ashelyn and Lacie in a fun discussion about everything and nothing all at once! You'll need to listen in to snag some facts on your favorite Christmas songs, learn about Leslie and Rochelle's upcoming sew-a-long, and giggle your head off with the four of them! Go To Our Show Notes Find our Guests: Leslie @leslie_quilts Rochelle @doughnutwarrior Find Your Hosts: Ashelyn Lacie

Alternative Title: Don't Wash That Quilt!   In Episode 19 of The Grateful Thread Podcast, Ashelyn and Lacie walk you through the quilt show submission process and offer up tips and a whole lot of encouragement to those hoping to dip their toe into the show world for the first time. Listen in to hear about epic $4 prize money, beg you not to wash your quilt, and get to "provokin' the thoughts". There's plenty of laughs and helpful tips for preparing your quilt for it's big moment! GO TO SHOW NOTES Pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us! We're your hosts: Ashelyn Downs of Urban Dwell Studio Lacie Messerly of Messy Quilts  

Alternate Title: The Guilding of The Modern Quilters QuiltCon Show Logistics   In Episode 18, Ashelyn and Lacie interview The Modern Quilt Guild's Director of Partnerships, Amanda Bernay about the evolution of the guild and the quilt show entry process. With QuiltCon registration now open, get those quilts ready for submission and meet us there! SHOP OUR NEW MERCH! Find the show notes here Ashelyn @UrbanDwellStudio Lacie @MessyQuilts

Alternate Title: A Little To The Left - MY Left, Not Yours In this topic episode of The Grateful Thread Podcast, Ashelyn and Lacie share a combined list of tips for photographing your quilts! Whether you're taking photos to enter a quilt show, storing for your memories, or trying to capture that perfect "quilt in the wild" shot for Instagram, they've got ya covered! SHOP OUR NEW MERCH! Find the show notes here Ashelyn @UrbanDwellStudio Lacie @MessyQuilts

Alternate Title: Finding "your people" on the wide world web as a new generation of quilters.   Join Ashelyn and Lacie in a conversation with their dear quilty friends, Christina and Taylor as they unwrap the unique challenges that millennials face as quilters as the traditional scope of the quilting community remains out of reach. They name a few obstacles but ultimately accept and embrace that relationships are now being nurtured online. Despite each having large Instagram followings, each truly values the small connections being made within their communities. Find our guests on Instagram: Taylor @ToadAndSew Christina @KindredQuiltCo and us: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast Ashelyn @UrbanDwellStudio Lacie @MessyQuilts Find our show notes: www.thegratefulthreadpodcast.com

Alternate Title: How To Love What You Make And Not Have To Make Everything You Love In episode 15 of The Grateful Thread Podcast, Ashelyn and Lacie talk about avoiding comparison traps in the quilting world and dive into their own experiences with envy and "Quiltstagram". It can be hard when you see a beautiful new pattern every week that you add to your "must make" list until you eventually end up with a list so long that you'll never get to them all and get stuck choosing the next project. Show Notes:

Alternative Title: How To Be A Badass And A Love Letter To Threads In this episode of The Grateful Thread Podcast, Ashelyn and Lacie sit down to chat with Elizabeth Chappell of Quilter's Candy. She's got a lot going on in the quilting world, but hints at her new endeavor coming soon and we're pretty sure you'll want to know about it! Get $15 shopping credit for Whatnot and mark your calendars for Whatnot Shop Hop happening July 17th! Find our guest, Elizabeth Chappell on her website or on Instagram Shop Merch: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Tune in to our Instagram lives and give us a follow: @thegratefulthreadpodcast Ashelyn of @UrbanDwellStudio Lacie of @MessyQuilts

Alternate Title: Is it burnout, or are you bored? Pull up a seat and laugh-cry with Ashelyn and Lacie as they talk Spiderman quotes, "quiltstagram" woes, and suggest ways to combat the burnout that can accompany creatives. They give insight and share how each of their interactions with social media impacts them in drastically different ways. BUY SOME MERCH SHOW NOTES FOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM ASHELYN ON INSTAGRAM LACIE ON INSTAGRAM Vqk6ifYC4BHMx9vwzr2q

Alternate Title: "That Idea Hasn't Been Made By YOU Yet." Get comfy and listen in as Sandra shares her decades of experience with textiles, some time management tips, and wisdom on leading a creative life in a hyper-digital world. #YouCanSit with us EVERY Monday, alternating between all-new podcast episodes and Instagram Lives! Links: You Can Order Your T-Shirts HERE Show Notes Instagram: Sandra @sandraleedesign Ashelyn @urbandwellstudio Lacie @messyquilts    

Alternate Title: "Oh My Gosh! You Should SELL These!" (Even Though I Won't Buy Them)   If you're a creative, you've likely heard a relative or friend express this to you when you've presented your beautiful handmade items... but should you sell your handmade items? In this episode, Ashelyn and Lacie deep dive into the culture of monetizing traditional handcrafts and give tips, insight, and a warning to those considering the endeavor. With businesses themselves, they know the ins and outs of navigating potential burnout from turning the tool you use to unwind into another item on your to-do list each day. You can grab merch and find show notes at: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Follow on Instagram Find Ashelyn Find Lacie

Alternate title: Quality Quilty Friends > Quantity Quilty Friends Aren't real-life friends the very best? Ashelyn and Lacie sit down with local quilt icon and fellow guild member Johnny Barfuss to talk quilt community and the importance of acceptance in our spaces. Listen in for some laughs and tears as Johnny shares his long-lasting love for quilting and his experiences that took place alongside that creativity. The three talk QuiltCon, fabric collecting, and friendship so pull up a seat, because you can always #SitWithUs Complete Show Notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Instagram: @thegratefulthreadpodcast Johnny Barfuss @johnnybarfuss Quilty Friends Podcast Ashelyn @urbandwellstudio Lacie @messyquilts

Alternate Title: Quilty Spring Cleaning   Join Ashelyn and Lacie in Episode 9 of the Grateful Thread Podcast as they share machine servicing stories, tips for decluttering and grant you permission to ditch your duplicates! They talk about what to do with those hidden piles of items received in swaps from over the years and have some pretty good laughs at their tagline. Your ratings and reviews are so helpful in helping this podcast reach more fellow quilty friends; if you could take a quick moment to leave us 5 Stars and share something that you found helpful in this episode, it would be much appreciated! Show Notes: www.thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/thegratefulthreadpodcast Ashelyn: @UrbanDwellStudio Lacie: @MessyQuilts      

In episode 8, Ash and Lacie sit down to talk with the quilt community's favorite resident cheerleader, Zak Foster of @zakfoster.quilts, and learn about his journey into quilting, the path that led him here, and the quilt series that he's currently working on. Listen in for a beautiful conversation on how Zak is processing racial injustice and his own familial contribution to the structures of today's inequitable society. True to his internet persona, Zak makes everyone feel like an old friend and they invite you to sit with them for this very special and reflective interview. Show Notes: www.thegratefulthreadpodcast.com/shownotes Instagram: @thegratefulthreadpodcast

In this episode, Ashelyn and Lacie talk about the contrast between their first quilts as quilters and their actual first quilts. With so many new quilters joining the community, they wanted to share about how quilting wasn't 'love' at first stitch for either of them. Listen to find out which host started and quit quilting on the first day and how YOU can adopt a millennial quilter! Tune in every other week for more inspiration and laughs! Find The Show Notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com or Instagram @TheGratefulThreadPodcast

Alternate Title: How Quilting Is Like Therapy, But THERAPY Is Therapy In Episode 6 of The Grateful Thread Podcast, Ashelyn and Lacie interview Maude MacDonald of The Retro Quilter. They dive into the things that are serving as inspiration in her current work and talk about Maude's all-new podcast Thread and Therapy where she interviews fellow quilters about how they're using quilting to process in their daily lives. Listen to The Grateful Thread Podcast every other Monday when they invite you to sit with them as they prioritize quilting community over competition! Show Notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast

This week, we're sharing the list of excellent tips that you, the listeners, helped us crowd-source on money-saving tips to help in all of our quilty lives! We had so many wonderful responses to our cost-cutting prompt and we're excited to share everything from a magical spray that will save you hundreds in ruler upgrades to the ultimate #IkeaHack! Tune in every other week for more inspiration and laughs! Find The Show Notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com or Instagram @TheGratefulThreadPodcast

We're coming to you from QuiltCon 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia!! We've met so many of you lovely new friends and we are so excited to share our upcoming episodes! In this quick mini bonus episode, we're sharing our favorite parts about the weekend and would love to invite you to ask questions or share your favorites as well! You can find us on Instagram! @thegratefulthreadpodcast

How this small home-based non-profit has helped to receive and distribute nearly $13 million worth of supplies and time donated from the quilting community in under a year. Join us for our first interview episode as we hear about how Gina and Hal Halladay (along with Beth Hawkins) have helped to quickly organize the members of our generous quilting community to gather 24 Tons of Quilts, 10 Acres, or $6.5 Million of Donated Fabrics to benefit Ukrainian refugees on the other side of the world. Tune in every other week for more inspiration and laughs! Find The Show Notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com or Instagram @TheGratefulThreadPodcast

Alternate Title: How To Find Your Quilty People In Episode 3 of The Grateful Thread Podcast, Ashelyn and Lacie are sharing their opinions on guilds and how to go about finding one near you, where to look if you don't jive with your local guild, and introducing you to their love of two very special organizations. They laugh about how Ashelyn cried at a quilt show in 2022 and what that meant for her journey, and Lacie shares her winding path towards belonging over a decade in the quilting community.. Listen in every other Monday when they invite you to sit with them as they prioritize quilting community over competition! Show Notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast Quilt Fiction Podcast  The Modern Quilt Guild (MQG) "Quilts for the wackadoodle" aka SAQA (Studio Art Quilt Associates) QuiltCon (yes...like ComicCon for quilters) Our wonderful friend a quilt gifter, Marcia

Alternate title: What To Expect When You're Expecting Fabric In Episode 2 of The Grateful Thread Podcast, join Ashelyn and Lacie for a feast of the senses as they walk you step by step through that big box fabric store that everyone knows and loves as well as compare and contrast the cut counters of stores like Joann and your local quilt shops. They're spouting math (okay, just measurements..), sharing listener stories, and talking about their love of yummy scrummy fat quarters. Listen in every other Monday when they invite you to sit with them as they prioritize quilting community over competition! Show notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast Free Fabric Swatch Key Card Download: urbandwellstudio.com/fabricswatchkeycard

In this first episode, Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio and Lacie of Messy Quilts introduce themselves more in depth, chat about how they each began their quilting journeys, how they know each other, and how this hobby-turned-business-turned-obsession has changed their lives and introduced them to some amazing people along the way! Listen in every other Monday when they invite you to sit with them as they prioritize quilting community over competition! Show notes: thegratefulthreadpodcast.com Instagram: @TheGratefulThreadPodcast

Hey Threadheads! We're launching this new podcast to reach our friends that are searching for their spots at the sewing table in this totally wicked quilting universe! We are so glad you're here. Pull up a seat, get to sewing and press play. You can sit with us!