A Quilting Life Podcast
Discussions on quilting, fabric, inspiration, creativity and more. Hosted by mother and daughter Moda fabric designers Sherri McConnell and Chelsi Stratton, A Quilting Life Podcast with Sherri & Chelsi is a series of light-hearted and informative conversations that provide the listener with quilting industry news, quilting tips, and creative inspiration.
Episodes
n this episode, Sheri and Chelsi share tips and give advice on how to better sew with small pieces when quilting. They discuss different tools and notions that can help simplify small pieced projects and quilts. They then engage in the popular Start, Bench, Cut game. This time it is a Valentine's Day theme. ALSO, you will want to watch until the endow this episode to see a very special surprise that Billy shares with the viewe...
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi announce the winners of the 2025 A Quilting Life Awards. They recap their favorite patterns, fabric lines, and finished quilts they completed in 2025. Billy also shares the most viewed podcast episode and video of 2025. The winning quilts can all be found by visiting Sherri or Chelsi's shops found linked below in this description.
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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share their quilting goals for 2026. They also share some things they are looking forward to in 2026 and give some subtle teases as to events that may be occurring later this year.
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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer a new batch of listener questions. They discuss the recent news of International Quilt Market being cancelled, how to manage fabric during a mystery sew along, their favorite pre-cuts to use when making a quilt, and more! We want to wish everyone a happy and safe New Year! See you in 2026!
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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi do a deep dive into the designing of their new fabric collection, Birch & Willow. They share how this new Fall fabric line has been in the works for quite some time and how they envision this fabric being used in future Fall, and Halloween, quilt patterns. They then share what made their "Quilting Naughty & Nice" lists for 2025. Birch & Willow is expected to ship to quilt sho...
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi announce the share date for a brand new fabric collection, discuss their Christmas sewing plans for 2025 and share some of their "favorite Christmas things." Be sure to check back in on Friday December 12th, for the reveal of their new fabric collection.
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In this episode, Sherri recaps her recent Hawaiian quilt retreat on the beautiful island of Kauai. She discusses the quilting projects that were made by the attendees and shares all the other fun adventures they were able to participate in while there. Sherri, Chelsi, and Billy then share what they are each thankful for in 2025 and tell what Thanksgiving day dish they are most looking forward to having this Thursday. Happy Thanksgi...
In this engaging conversation, Kaitlyn Howell of Knot and Thread Designs shares her journey from a long arm quilter to a successful pattern designer and business owner. She discusses her early influences, the evolution of her business, and the importance of community support in the quilting world. Caitlin also delves into her creative process, the trends she observes in quilting and bag making, and how she balances her family life ...
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss all the different aspects of sizing that is considered when designing and piecing a quilt. They discuss block sizing, overall quilt size, and what size prints to use throughout a quilt. The crew then shifts their focus to the upcoming Halloween weekend and play a fun Halloween version of Star, Bench, Cut. We hope everyone has a safe and fun Halloween weekend!
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi recap their recent trip to Houston Texas for the 2025 International Quilt Market. They talk about the Moda Fabrics 50 year anniversary and share a new fabric collaboration with Moda and Shannon Fabrics. They also highlight a great new product they discovered at market and talk about some of their favorite new fabric lines they saw in person designed by their fellow Moda designers.
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss their new fabric collection, Poinsettia & Pear. They discuss what inspired this new Christmas fabric collection and also share how it can be used for more than just Christmas quilts and projects. Sherri also explains the significance of the name of this collection as it relates to family holiday traditions and memories. Poinsettia & Pear is expected to ship to quilt shops in early ...
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer a new batch of listener questions. They discuss coloring their quilt patterns, using the correct stitch length for different projects, quilt batting, long arm quilting pricing, share advice for attending a quilt show for the first time and more! Be sure to check the YouTube channel this Friday September 26th for a first look at Sherri and Chelsi's new fabric collection coming out in 20...
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi participate in their first ever fantasy fabric draft as they both select colors from Moda Solids to begin their hypothetical Fall fabric line. They also discuss their favorite fall fabrics and decor.
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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss their process of sewing with a brand new fabric collection that has yet to be released. They share how they approach which quilt patterns they will make first and what they do if there are any hiccups in the process of sewing new patterns for the first time. They then share some of their top "Go-To" quilt patterns that have made time and time again. They explain why they feel the...
In this episode, Sherri debuts her new sewing studio and offers some tips and advice for anyone who might be transitioning into a new sewing space anytime soon. Sherri, Chelsi and Billy then share some of their back to school memories as Chelsi is preparing for her kids to head back to school after Summer break.
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In this episode, Sherri welcomes fellow Moda fabric designer and quilter Jenelle Kent to the show! Jenelle joins us from her home country of Australia and shares her journey as a quilter, fabric designer, and shop owner. She also has just released a new fabric line, Summer Solstice, that is just now showing to the public and will be available for purchase towards the end of 2025. Thank you Jenelle for sharing your quilting life wit...
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss some of the struggles they faced when they began quilting and designing fabric. They share how they dealt with and overcame these struggles and also talk about the importance of keeping a positive mindset while quilting.
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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer some new listener questions. They discuss how many projects they are comfortable working on at a time, how Sherri got involved in sample sewing, how to display a quilt on a bed, how to arrange fabrics in a scrap quilt, and more!
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In this episode, Sherri recaps here recent trip to Dallas Texas for the 2nd annual Modavation retreat. She shares some of the great insights and news she learned while there. Sherri and Chelsi then answer a couple follow-up questions from episode 135. They discuss how to tell if you have enough fabric to trim a block down. They also go a little more in depth with their fabric selection process. Specifically, on how they decide wher...
In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi recap their recent quilt retreat they hosted alongside Camille Roskelley in St. George, Utah. They share all the fun activities that were included with this retreat and give some new tips for a quilter looking to attend a retreat in the future. They then share some of the terrific gifts they received from retreat attendees. Many of these items would make great gifts for quilter friends.
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