Quilting Central Podcast
Hosted by three passionate quilters and business owners — Cathy Thayer of Fabric Bash (Omaha, NE), Julie Mercer of Two Chicks Quilting (Ganado, TX), and Angie Dugan of The Quilting Connection (Elkhorn & Appleton, WI) — this podcast is your new go-to quilting companion. We’re three friends, professional longarm quilters, and dedicated fabric lovers who believe quilting should be fun, inclusive, and inspiring for everyone, whether you're a seasoned stitcher or just threading your first needle. Our goal? To bring you lively, informative episodes filled with real talk, helpful tips, heartfelt sto
Episodes
Welcome back to The Quilting Central Podcast! In this episode, Angie, Julie, and Cathy dive deep into one of the most important parts of quilting that often gets overlooked — batting.
From the history of quilt batting to today’s many options, the hosts break down:
🧵 Different types of batting (cotton, polyester, wool, blends, bamboo & more)
🧵 How batting affects the look, feel, and drape of your quilt
🧵 Tips for choo...
In this sharp and fun episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, Julie, Angie, and Cathy thread the needle on one of the most essential quilting tools — needles!
From sizes and types to tips on when and why to change them, the hosts break down everything you need to know to get the best results in your piecing, quilting, and longarming. Whether you’re hand sewing, machine quilting, or just confused about what that needle chart really ...
In this episode, Cathy, Julie, and Angie talk about the joys and struggles that came with their very first sewing machines. There are many fun stories to be shared, so please share your own in the comments. They also cover what to look for when you are ready to either buy your first machine or upgrade to a new one. It was a lot of fun recording this episode, so hopefully you enjoy it!
In this episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, hosts Julie, Angie, and Cathy dive into one of the most important — and often overlooked — steps in quilting: pressing! They break down the differences between ironing and pressing, share their favorite tools (including in-depth reviews of LauraStar systems and alternatives like Oliso and Rowenta), and talk about practical tips for achieving perfectly flat seams and smooth finishes.
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In this episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, hosts Angie, Julie, and Cathy dive into what it really takes to finish a quilt. From choosing the perfect backing and understanding why you need more than you think, to picking batting, thread, and quilting designs, this is your go-to guide for turning a quilt top into a finished masterpiece. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned quilter, you'll pick up helpful tips, laughs...
Welcome to the Quilting Central Podcast. Join Julie, Angie, and Cathy as they talk about all things quilting. As this podcast goes on, we hope to grow this into a community of creativity and fun. Hope you enjoy
In Episode 4 of Quilting Central Podcast, hosts Julie, Cathy, and Angie dive into the cozy world of quilting—from the latest projects they’re stitching to fun stories from their quilting community. They share creative tips, laugh over a few mishaps, and discuss how quilting connects people across generations. Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just fabric-curious, this episode wraps you in warmth and inspiration.
And get ready...
Ever wondered how all that beautiful fabric ends up on the shelves of your favorite quilt shop? In this episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, Cathy, Angie, and Julie take you behind the scenes of buying and stocking fabric from the perspective of shop owners. From attending fabric shows and meeting with reps to predicting trends and choosing what their customers will love, it’s a world full of color, strategy, and a little bit o...
In this episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, Cathy, Angie, and Julie dive deep into the creative heart of quilting — the process that takes an idea and turns it into a beautiful, finished quilt.
From the first spark of inspiration to choosing fabrics, picking a pattern (or designing your own!), and laying out the perfect color story, the hosts share their personal approaches to bringing a quilt to life. You’ll hear how each of t...
In our very first episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, meet your hosts — Cathy, Angie, and Julie! As passionate quilt store owners, lifelong makers, and friends brought together by fabric and creativity, we're thrilled to launch this new adventure.
In this episode, we tell the stories of how we all met. Life has a funny way of connecting people in roundabout ways. We also discuss our plans for future episodes and why we started ...
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