Episode 194 In Which We Recap 2015 and Look Ahead to 2016 Quilty Resolutions 12-29-15

In this episode I report on how I did with my 2015 Quilty Resolutions and what it meant to have a Word of the Year; I also remind y'all what your 2015 Words of the Year were and ask for updates! Then we turn to 2016 Quilty Resolutions. I share mine, and then once again invite you to share yours and enter my giveaway. I end the episode by talking about a few books I've found helpful in helping me with crazy quilting, embroidery, and beadwork.

 Please note: I have now posted the Quilty Resolutions submission form here.

Mentioned in this episode:

Judith Baker Montano's Embroidery & Crazy Quilt Stitch Tool

Stitched Blooms: 300 Floral, Leaf & Border Motifs to Embroider by Carina Envoldsen-Harris

Doodle Stitching: The Holiday Collection by Aimee Ray

Beading on Fabric by Larkin Jean Van Horn

Crazy Quilting by Christine Dabbs

Quilting...Just a Little Bit Crazy by Allie Aller & Valerie Bothell

Allie Aller's Crazy Quilting

Rodale's Successful Quilting Library: Creative Embellishments

One I forgot to mention but is also really great: 

Foolproof Crazy Quilting by Jennifer Clouston 

 

(Disclosure: As an Amazon affiliate, using the Amazon links in this post helps support my podcast and blog. Thank you!)

 

Episode 193 In Which We Talk Quilty Resolutions and Fidget Quilts

In this episode I talk about a family emergency that turned into a quilty project; I also discuss how to save embroidery projects from the trash can, and a little bit about de-gunking irons, all in the context of my current works in progress (or finishes). I also introduce the 2016 Quilty Resolutions Challenge concept, although the actual challenge won't launch on my blog for another several days. But this'll get you thinking!


Episode 192 In Which I'm Finally on School Break

A little bitta bling--always hard to get a blingie picture, though!

A little bitta bling--always hard to get a blingie picture, though!

I can actually talk about quilting and embroidery and fun stuff now! Progress update on several embroidery projects and a bit about some quilting projects. I do talk about my school-related plans for the break until my January class, but I warn you when it's coming so you can just stop listening at that point if you'd like to; I do, however, end with listener feedback as usual. And by the way, I apparently have a complete mental breakdown by the end. Barely coherent, really. So it may be worth hanging in for the entertainment value.

Mentioned in this episode: 

Scandinavian Needlecraft by Clare Youngs

KFNeedleworkDesign on Etsy

Lorraine at ColourComplements on Etsy who REALLY lives in Canada, not the UK as I mistakenly reported. (I've since fixed it on that blog post.)

Akonye Kena fair trade embroidery threads (and check out their buttons too)

Daylight wafer light box that my friend has and I really, really want.

And here's the real link for MeinkeToy, although I've also fixed it in that episode show notes as well.

 

Episode 190 In Which We Get a Little Bit Crazy 11-23-15

Letting you know it's time to get ready for #BFSI! In this episode, I talk about a finish, a near finish, a I-wonder-if-I'll-finish-it-in-time-for-Christmas, and a it-has-a-snowball's-chance-in-h-e-double-hockey-sticks of ever getting finished. 

I mentioned Sue Spargo's website for threads: www.suespargo.com. The other one I talked about is MeinkeToy Fiber Art Supplies at www.meinkeytoy.com. 

Episode 187 In Which I'm a Little Bit Older but Maybe Not Wiser 8-30-15

Hey--two weeks in a row! It's a miracle! In this episode I remind you all of the Banned Books Week Challenge, then I talk about turning 50, working on Jacob's Ladder (and a tool recommendation), some crewel embroidery (and a tool recommendation), and a titch about Craftsy classes I'm working on. Then I finally--FINALLY--do some listener feedback! Woo! My favorite part!

In this episode:

Morgan Products Lap Stand Embroidery Hoop

Clearly Perfect Angles

Ultraglide foot for Janome (there are different Ultraglide feet depending on your model of Janome--be sure to check which one would fit your machine.)

Allie Aller's Crazy Quilting: Modern Piecing and Embellishing Techniques for Joyful Stitching

Gretchen of 120 Blocks blog review of the above

Episode 186 In Which I Went to QuiltWeek 8-23-15

In this episode, I talk a little bit about school, about the sewing projects I've actually managed to get done, and about AQS QuiltWeek in Syracuse (attended on August 1st). 

For the blog post about my QuiltWeek acquisitions, click here. 

For the post about the totebag I made using one of the patterns I bought at QuiltWeek, click here. 

For the post with the Craftsy class review and pics of the zippered pouches I made, click here. 

To check out the Facebook Twilters group, click here. 

Episode 183 In Which I've Not Fallen off the Face of the Earth 5-30-15

Hey, strangers! I know, I know. It's been awhile. Time just got away from me these last few weeks. But this episode plays catch up!

Referenced in this episode:

Episode 181 In Which I Get Reorganized 4-19-15

In this episode, I talk about my work road trip and why I didn't have a whole-lotta quilty goin' on, but how I'm setting myself up for more success (and less stress) in the future. There's also the first half of a backlog of listener feedback!

In this episode:

The Power of Full Engagement: Managing Energy, Not Time, Is the Key to High Performance and Personal Renewal, by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz

Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity, by David Allen. (Also good as an audiobook.)

(I'm an Amazon associate so using those links helps support this podcast and blog--thank you!)

Lifetopix App (this link goes to ITunes description--if you're another platform, just check Google.)

For more information on David Allen's GTD system, you can also visit his website at gettingthingsdone.com. 

An interesting, but very fast/surface "energy profile" based on Loehr and Schwartz' work can be found at www.performanceprograms.com. However, you need to be familiar with their work to understand what the categories mean. I really do highly recommend their book!

Episode 180 In Which I Announce Giveaway Winners and I Am Poking Away at Stuff 4-6-15

In this episode I announce the lucky winners of my 5th Podcastaversary Giveaway--woo! Thanks, everyone--it was a lot of fun! Then I talk about what I've been up to as I've been wandering hither and yon about the country for the last couple of weeks, and I let you in on big news in my personal life (it's announced at the beginning but I don't talk about it at any length until the very end so you can choose whether or not to listen in at that stage). 

In this episode: Color Play by Joen Wolfrom


Episode 177 In Which I Took Another Class 3-1-15

Did I fix the sound issues? I'm using a new recording software with a HUGE learning curve. I think I figured out the basics so hopefully the sound will be fine this time around. However, I apologize for the large file size for those of you who are downloading. I haven't yet figured out how to reduce that in this new software. Baby steps. 

In this episode, I talk about my happy dances on a benchmark reached in one of my current textile projects, plus a teaser for my upcoming giveaway. And did you know it's National Crafting Month? Get ready for National Quilting Day on March 21! I also talk about the class on Colors and Curves I took yesterday and two books she recommended. Plus, I finally do a couple of week's worth of listener feedback.

Mentioned in this episode:

Intuitive Color and Design: Adventures in Art Quilting by Jean Wells

Vivacious Curvy Quilts (which I may have misnamed in the episode--If I did, I'm sorry), by Dianne S. Hire

Episode 176 In Which I Got Some New Toys 2-22-15

In this episode I feel like I got a bit rambly, but I think it's okay because I still gave a lot of information about tools, notions, apps, and books that I've recently gotten my hands on. Plus a Sandy update about what I'm currently working on. Listener Feedback will happen next week, so get those comments in!

Felt Magazine (which I mistakenly referred to in the episode as "Felted")

Embellish Magazine

Tray Dyeing: Exploring Colour, Texture and Special Effects by Clarie Benn and Leslie Morgan

Quiltography App 

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