In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss and define what they believe the key aspects of "The Quilting Process" are. They walk through the different tasks that must be completed in order to finish a quilt. They then discuss quilt photography and provide tips for helping you take the best possible pictures of your quilts and projects.

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Hearts at Home II (Quilt on the Wall): https://creatorlink.shop/4lhCEUX

Sunshine Girl (Quilt on the table): https://creatorlink.shop/4s0gWaA

Happy Go Lucky (Quilt on the Wall Behind Billy): https://creatorlink.shop/4ryj60X

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The Quilting Process
1. Select Fabric
1a. Starch
2. Test Block/Testing
3. Cutting
4.Piecing
5. Borders
6. Choose Backing Fabric
7.Longarm/Pantograh
8. Binsding

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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss the latest fabric trends they have observed and also share why they don't believe it is important to stay up to date with fabric trends as a designer. They then discuss what to do with older/vintage hand me down fabrics and unfinished quilts and projects. Lastly, they revisit their 3rd ever fabric collection, Desert Bloom. They share why this collection was so pivotal in their careers and share some of the unique features of this fabric collection.

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Happy Go Lucky 2 (Quilt on the Wall): https://creatorlink.shop/3MXDRDZ

Fireflies (Quilt on the table): https://creatorlink.shop/4s4agYo

Happy Go Lucky (Quilt on the Wall Behind Billy): https://creatorlink.shop/4ryj60X

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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 viewers!

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Hello Fall (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/4pX5aMG

Corn Maze (Quilt on the table): https://tidd.ly/4aMnROH

Blog Out with tips for Accurate Piecing: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/tips-for-small-quilt-blocks-and-accurate-piecing/

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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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Crossroads (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/45zRCia

Cuddle with Moda version of Cottage Charm (Quilt on the table): https://tidd.ly/43Y2g0W

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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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Whimsy Night (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/4iQ8bMh

Hey Pumpkin (Quilt on the table): https://tidd.ly/4s7TNU6

Organizing Free Printable: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2025-year-in-review-2026-goals-organizing-tips-for-quilters/

2026 Block of the Month Fabric Requirements: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilting-life-2026-block-of-the-month/

Poinsettia & Pear Project Packages: https://tidd.ly/49L0Af6

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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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Regal Christmas (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/472gmzV

Christmas Lane (Quilt on the table): https://tidd.ly/472eU0r

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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 shops in August of 2026.

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Pumpkin Hollow (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/48BS81q

Cottage Charm (Quilt on the table): https://tidd.ly/4iSVRLd

Birch & Willow Fabric Collection YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLyLhpDDZLQ

Birch & Willow Fabric Collection Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=32595

Sherri’s New Patterns:
Cottage Charm: https://tidd.ly/4iSVRLd
Crossroads: https://tidd.ly/4iUI0UL
Fall Dash + Fall Dash Mini: https://tidd.ly/4jck13P
Pumpkin Hollow: https://tidd.ly/48BS81q
Pumpkin Patch: https://tidd.ly/4iPp4GY

Chelsi’s New Patterns:
Hello Fall: https://tidd.ly/4pX5aMG
Hey Pumpkin: https://tidd.ly/4s7TNU6
Whimsy Night: https://tidd.ly/4iQ8bMh
Corn Maze: https://tidd.ly/4aMnROH
Autumn Breeze: https://tidd.ly/4pt2mXL
October Days: https://tidd.ly/44oX72P
Golden: https://tidd.ly/3Ya8kkt

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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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Grandma's House (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3IDFep9

Candy Stripes (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/48C7pzt

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