Joan Zackey Hornberger

I have the best sisters who encourage me in my podcasting and quilting.  My sister saw a Facebook post that her friend Nancy had an aunt that was a quilter.  I’m so happy that we all connected and I had the privilege to interview Joan Zackey Hornberger.Here's Joan working on a quilt and the self portrait she did.We talked about this quilt that she made as a teenager from scraps.Aren't these baby quilts adorable!Joan has made such wonderful projects!Here's the article written by Pamela Lamp: Joan Hornberger - Change is Good

I have the best sisters who encourage me in my podcasting and quilting.  My sister saw a Facebook post that her friend Nancy had an aunt that was a quilter.  I’m so happy that we all connected and I had the privilege to interview Joan Zackey Hornberger. Here's Joan working on a quilt and the self portrait she did. We talked about this quilt that she made as a teenager from scraps. Aren't these baby quilts adorable! Joan has made such wonderful projects! Here's the article written by Pamela Lamp: <a href="https://whoimettoday.com/the-orchid-series/joan-hornberger-change-is-good/?fbclid=IwAR186EGYooMO6z4LDVvd6sEmaYav6hSeodF--IfJmsph2OfoZi5xtpfEFf0" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Joan Hornberger - Change is Good</a>

Steven Cook

It was fun to talk to Steven Cook just before Guthrie and I took a trip to Alaska since that is where Steven lives.  I love the quilting tip that Steven shares.  It’s one that I hadn’t heard before and can be so useful.Here are some of Steven's quilts and other projects that we talked about

It was fun to talk to Steven Cook just before Guthrie and I took a trip to Alaska since that is where Steven lives.  I love the quilting tip that Steven shares.  It’s one that I hadn’t heard before and can be so useful. Here are some of Steven's quilts and other projects that we talked about

Nancy Bordine

Nancy Bordine brings together two of her creative outlets in her book What Do You See? Developing New Perspectives with Quilt Patterns.  It’s a children’s book that features diverse children interacting with inspirations for traditional quilt patterns.Connect with NancyWebsite: Nancy Bordine, AuthorFacebook: Nancy Bissonnette BordineInstagram: nancybordine.author

Nancy Bordine brings together two of her creative outlets in her book What Do You See? Developing New Perspectives with Quilt Patterns.  It’s a children’s book that features diverse children interacting with inspirations for traditional quilt patterns. Connect with Nancy Website: <a href="https://www.missnancywrites.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Nancy Bordine, Author</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nancy.bordine" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Nancy Bissonnette Bordine</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nancybordine.author/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">nancybordine.author</a>

Mavis Holt

I wish you could see the twinkle in Mavis Holt’s eyes and her beautiful smile as she chatted with me about her life and her quilting.  She was a pioneer in her field of work.  Life wasn’t easy, but she found satisfaction in what she accomplished.Here are some of Mavis' quilts we talked about.We also talked about her paintings.It was wonderful to interview Mavis in personThank you so much Mark Tenney of Mountain State Quilting for the introduction to Mavis.You can find out more about Mark and Mountain State Quilting on his FaceBook page:Mountain State Quilting

I wish you could see the twinkle in Mavis Holt’s eyes and her beautiful smile as she chatted with me about her life and her quilting.  She was a pioneer in her field of work.  Life wasn’t easy, but she found satisfaction in what she accomplished. Here are some of Mavis' quilts we talked about. We also talked about her paintings. It was wonderful to interview Mavis in person Thank you so much Mark Tenney of Mountain State Quilting for the introduction to Mavis. You can find out more about Mark and Mountain State Quilting on his FaceBook page: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MountainStateQuilting/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Mountain State Quilting</a>

Like many of us, Diane L Murtha started with mostly traditional quilting. Gradually she modified patterns more and more, making her quilts unique, as well as creating her own original designs. Over the last 8 years she has been participating in art quilt challenges. Diane has found the challenges are an excellent opportunity to get out of her comfort zone. She hopes to encourage you to do the same and experience the joy and personal satisfaction of challenges!Connect with DianeWebsite: Diane L MurthaInstagram: dianelmurthaEmail: DLMurtha2018@gmail.com

Like many of us, Diane L Murtha started with mostly traditional quilting. Gradually she modified patterns more and more, making her quilts unique, as well as creating her own original designs. Over the last 8 years she has been participating in art quilt challenges. Diane has found the challenges are an excellent opportunity to get out of her comfort zone. She hopes to encourage you to do the same and experience the joy and personal satisfaction of challenges! Connect with Diane Website: <a href="https://www.dianelmurtha.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Diane L Murtha</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dianelmurtha/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">dianelmurtha</a> Email: <a href="mailto:DLMurtha2018@gmail.com" rel="noopener">DLMurtha2018@gmail.com</a>

Diane L Murtha

Mary Mackenson Zesiger

I had the opportunity to hear Mary Mackenson Zesiger speak locally at The Blennerhassett Museum.  We were able to meet in person to record her story.  If you have the opportunity to check out her episode page, also known as show notes, on A Quilter’s Life website, you’ll want to take a look at her quilts that she talked about during the interview.Mary's quilt called "Lunch" made for the Hoffman ChallengeHere's Mary's doll and first dressHere's more of Mary's quilts that we chatted aboutConnect with MaryWebsite: Mary ZesigerFacebook: Mary M Zesiger

I had the opportunity to hear Mary Mackenson Zesiger speak locally at The Blennerhassett Museum.  We were able to meet in person to record her story.  If you have the opportunity to check out her episode page, also known as show notes, on A Quilter’s Life website, you’ll want to take a look at her quilts that she talked about during the interview. Mary's quilt called "Lunch" made for the Hoffman Challenge Here's Mary's doll and first dress Here's more of Mary's quilts that we chatted about Connect with Mary Website: <a href="http://maryzesiger.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Mary Zesiger</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mary.m.zesiger" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Mary M Zesiger</a>

Teresa Coates

Teresa Coates is nationally known sewing educator for Shannon Fabrics, also an accomplished quilt maker, travel writer, pattern designer and a relentless adventurer.  She wants you to fall in love with sewing.  As the national educator for Shannon Fabrics, Teresa created “Sew Together Tuesday™” in 2020. She plans, produces, and hosts every episode, inviting the audience in for a fun, encouraging and interactive experience.  Teresa and I recorded this episode back in April, so it will make more sense when you hear that she has only been in Kansas City since February.Here is the quilt Teresa made for HawkeThe Mirth quilt pattern is available on her etsy shopTeresa in her beautiful Elemental Coat.  You can tell how much fun she is to be around.Connect with TeresaWebsite &amp; Blog: Teresa CoatesYouTube:  ShannonFabricsFacebook: MAKE with Teresa CoatesInstagram: teresacoatesEtsy: CrinkleDreamsWebsite: Shannon Fabrics

Teresa Coates is nationally known sewing educator for Shannon Fabrics, also an accomplished quilt maker, travel writer, pattern designer and a relentless adventurer.  She wants you to fall in love with sewing.  As the national educator for Shannon Fabrics, Teresa created “Sew Together Tuesday™” in 2020. She plans, produces, and hosts every episode, inviting the audience in for a fun, encouraging and interactive experience.   Teresa and I recorded this episode back in April, so it will make more sense when you hear that she has only been in Kansas City since February. Here is the quilt Teresa made for Hawke The Mirth quilt pattern is available on her etsy shop Teresa in her beautiful Elemental Coat.  You can tell how much fun she is to be around. Connect with Teresa Website &amp; Blog: <a href="https://www.teresacoates.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Teresa Coates</a> YouTube:  <a href="https://www.youtube.com/shannonfabrics" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ShannonFabrics</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/makewithteresa" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">MAKE with Teresa Coates</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/teresacoates/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">teresacoates</a> Etsy: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/CrinkleDreams" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">CrinkleDreams</a> Website: <a href="https://www.shannonfabrics.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Shannon Fabrics</a>

Bridget O'Flaherty

Bridget O'Flaherty, also known as The Sustainable Quilter, is inspired by nature. She is passionate about our environment and feels an intimate connection to the landscape and wildlife of Canada.  Bridget has worked in textile arts for over 25 years and is drawn to fibre for the tactile nature and connection it has to the land. She is an amazing thread artist using her sewing machine to build up layers of multi-coloured thread 'drawing' with needle and thread to convey the image.  Depicting the Canadian landscape, the precious eco-systems and wildlife with eco-fibre art, she hopes the viewer will take away an appreciation and connection to the beautiful, fragile aspects in nature.Connect with Bridget-Website: Bridget O'FlahertyFacebook: Bridget O'Flaherty Textile ArtistInstagram: thesustainablequilterYouTube: The Sustainable Quilter 

Bridget O'Flaherty, also known as The Sustainable Quilter, is inspired by nature. She is passionate about our environment and feels an intimate connection to the landscape and wildlife of Canada.  Bridget has worked in textile arts for over 25 years and is drawn to fibre for the tactile nature and connection it has to the land. She is an amazing thread artist using her sewing machine to build up layers of multi-coloured thread 'drawing' with needle and thread to convey the image.  Depicting the Canadian landscape, the precious eco-systems and wildlife with eco-fibre art, she hopes the viewer will take away an appreciation and connection to the beautiful, fragile aspects in nature. Connect with Bridget- Website: <a href="https://bridgetoflaherty.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Bridget O'Flaherty</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheSustainableQuilter/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Bridget O'Flaherty Textile Artist</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thesustainablequilter/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">thesustainablequilter</a> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/TheSustainableQuilterBridgetO%E2%80%99Flaherty" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Sustainable Quilter </a>

Kathryn Mykel

I’m so excited to talk to Kathryn LeBlanc again of Dragonfly’s Quilting Design Studio.  She writes her quilting cozy mysteries under her pen name Kathryn Mykel.  These are really great books. This is the third episode I have the privilege of interviewing Katheryn, so if you want to know more of her story check out her two previous episodes.  In this episode she is introducing us to her new book Threading Trouble.Links for Kathryn:Facebook: Dragonfly’s Quilting Design StudioInstagram: Dragonfly’s Quilting Design Studio

I’m so excited to talk to Kathryn LeBlanc again of Dragonfly’s Quilting Design Studio.  She writes her quilting cozy mysteries under her pen name Kathryn Mykel.  These are really great books. This is the third episode I have the privilege of interviewing Katheryn, so if you want to know more of her story check out her two previous episodes.  In this episode she is introducing us to her new book Threading Trouble. Links for Kathryn: Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dragonflysquiltingdesignstudio" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Dragonfly’s Quilting Design Studio</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dragonflysquiltingdesignstudio" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Dragonfly’s Quilting Design Studio</a>

Kathryn Mykel - Threading Trouble

I met Manon Hunt over a year ago in a Clubhouse chat about quilting.  I was thrilled to finally get to chat with her.  Manon is grateful to have the opportunity to do something that she’s passionate about, to share that passion with the amazing people she has met along the way and honored to quilt for them and to be part of their journey.Here is Manon with some of her quiltsAnd a closer look at Manon's amazing quiltingConnect with ManonWebsite: Mom &amp; Me Quilting Co.Facebook: Mom and Me Quilting Co.Instagram: momandmequiltingcoPinterest: Mom and Me Quilting Co.

I met Manon Hunt over a year ago in a Clubhouse chat about quilting.  I was thrilled to finally get to chat with her.  Manon is grateful to have the opportunity to do something that she’s passionate about, to share that passion with the amazing people she has met along the way and honored to quilt for them and to be part of their journey. Here is Manon with some of her quilts And a closer look at Manon's amazing quilting Connect with Manon Website: <a href="https://www.momandmequiltingco.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Mom &amp; Me Quilting Co.</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/momandmequiltingco" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Mom and Me Quilting Co.</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/momandmequiltingco/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">momandmequiltingco</a> Pinterest: <a href="https://www.pinterest.ca/momandmequiltin/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Mom and Me Quilting Co.</a>

Manon Hunt

A podcast for quilters about quilters.  It's been said that every quilt has a story and it's so true.  I wanted to hear about the people behind these wonderful quilts and thought you'd enjoy hearing about their lives, also.  Enjoy meandering through the episodes to find out about the very interesting people behind the quilts!

Lots of gems sprinkled throughout, for the sewing enthusiast. Paula has some great questions! :)

For The Avid Quilter

Interesting conversation about the quilting life.  Love listening while I quilt.

Love stories about quilting

A Quilter's Life

Nancy Crandall

Shortly after I started quilting, my friend, Bev, and I took my mom to visit a friend of hers. During that visit we had the opportunity to meet Nancy Crandall and see many of her wonderful quilts. I’m so happy that I had the privilege to interview Nancy and hear her story of making something beautiful during hard times.

Shortly after I started quilting, my friend, Bev, and I took my mom to visit a friend of hers. During that visit we had the opportunity to meet Nancy Crandall and see many of her wonderful quilts. I’m so happy that I had the privilege to interview Nancy and hear her story of making something beautiful during hard times.

Darlene Martin

You'd never guess that Darlene Martin is in her 90's. She still enjoys quilting with her daughter. We had such fun talking about her life and her quilts!

You'd never guess that Darlene Martin is in her 90's. She still enjoys quilting with her daughter. We had such fun talking about her life and her quilts!

Lani Nagy

On this episode I interviewed Lani Nagy.  I met Lani through a Facebook quilter’s group when members of the group were welcoming a new member and listing where they were from.  I saw the name of a small town that I had lived in when I was young and just had to connect with her.  I’m so glad I did.  She was a delight to visit with.  Hope you enjoy Lani’s interview as much as I did.  Update: Lani has started a YouTube channel called Crafty Traveler and a Blog called Another Crafty Traveler.

On this episode I interviewed Lani Nagy.  I met Lani through a Facebook quilter’s group when members of the group were welcoming a new member and listing where they were from.  I saw the name of a small town that I had lived in when I was young and just had to connect with her.  I’m so glad I did.  She was a delight to visit with.  Hope you enjoy Lani’s interview as much as I did.  Update: Lani has started a YouTube channel called <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7b5vRdvaKto" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crafty Traveler</a> and a Blog called <a href="https://www.anothercraftytraveler.com/2019/09/introduction.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Another Crafty Traveler</a>.

Carolyn Schmitt

I just love visiting with these quilters and Carolyn Schmitt was no exception! I am so excited to share her story with you. I’m sure you’ll enjoy this active retreaded quilter!Here's some of Carolyn's quilts with her descriptions.I love scrap quilting regardless of the pattern. I say my mind operates like a scrap quilt, so this is a “picture” of it. The blue border is a liturgical color for the Word of God, and the rainbow binding is a symbol of God’s promises.Log cabin is my favorite and I am especially fond this asymmetrical setting. This is a wall hanging made from a few of the blocks left over after making a double bed quilt for my aunt for her 80th birthday in 1997. This one was made for a quilt show. The subject was Crayola crayons. The 2 faces were done on muslin by tracing the outline of a picture of me at 4 years old and one of my paternal grandmother who gave me my first new box of them in 1946. I shaded in all the details with Tsukineko fabric ink. I pre-quilted the main color which looks like a night sky. The flower gardens were English paper pieced in 1930’s Aunt Gracie’s fabrics. They and the pictures were appliqued on and the circles are large, colored buttons. The last one is made from scraps given to me by a friend who makes crib sheets for day care centers. The only fabric that is mine is the gray sashing. I receive the fabric as triangles with the selvage on the long side and the only way to get the 61/2 inch cut square is serge them along the selvage side and cut the square with all bias edges. 

I just love visiting with these quilters and Carolyn Schmitt was no exception! I am so excited to share her story with you. I’m sure you’ll enjoy this active retreaded quilter!Here's some of Carolyn's quilts with her descriptions.I love scrap quilting regardless of the pattern. I say my mind operates like a scrap quilt, so this is a “picture” of it. The blue border is a liturgical color for the Word of God, and the rainbow binding is a symbol of God’s promises.<a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_1655-e1574043419654.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Log cabin is my favorite and I am especially fond this asymmetrical setting. <a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_1657-e1574043398170.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>This is a wall hanging made from a few of the blocks left over after making a double bed quilt for my aunt for her 80th birthday in 1997.<a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_1662-e1574043432199.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> This one was made for a quilt show. The subject was Crayola crayons. The 2 faces were done on muslin by tracing the outline of a picture of me at 4 years old and one of my paternal grandmother who gave me my first new box of them in 1946. I shaded in all the details with Tsukineko fabric ink. I pre-quilted the main color which looks like a night sky. The flower gardens were English paper pieced in 1930’s Aunt Gracie’s fabrics. They and the pictures were appliqued on and the circles are large, colored buttons.<a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_1664-e1574043330779.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> The last one is made from scraps given to me by a friend who makes crib sheets for day care centers. The only fabric that is mine is the gray sashing. I receive the fabric as triangles with the selvage on the long side and the only way to get the 61/2 inch cut square is serge them along the selvage side and cut the square with all bias edges.

Guthrie and I had the opportunity to attend Thelma Oliver’s 90th birthday party this past spring.  And she is still very involved with the church we attend.  What a blessing to spend time with her and enjoy some stories from her life!

Guthrie and I had the opportunity to attend Thelma Oliver’s 90th birthday party this past spring.  And she is still very involved with the church we attend.  What a blessing to spend time with her and enjoy some stories from her life!

Thelma Oliver

Paula Chamberlain

On this episode my husband, Guthrie, and I were doing a test with the new microphone in the car.  As it said it should work in the car, but I don’t believe it did.  I decided to go ahead and share this episode with you, if you can get past the noise of the car, as we fun sharing about my quilts and my background.  Hope you enjoy laughing with us as we share this test.

On this episode my husband, Guthrie, and I were doing a test with the new microphone in the car.  As it said it should work in the car, but I don’t believe it did.  I decided to go ahead and share this episode with you, if you can get past the noise of the car, as we fun sharing about my quilts and my background.  Hope you enjoy laughing with us as we share this test.

Guthrie & Paula Chamberlain

Donna Jones

What an inspiration to visit with Donna Jones.  After our interview it started sinking in the amazing amount of quilts she has made.  Last month alone she made 9 quilts for her guild to give away!  If you haven’t already, check out her beautiful quilts on my website www.aquilterslife.com.  This one with neck ties were made from the neck ties owned by a man that Donna worked for more than 20 years!

What an inspiration to visit with Donna Jones.  After our interview it started sinking in the amazing amount of quilts she has made.  Last month alone she made 9 quilts for her guild to give away!  If you haven’t already, check out her beautiful quilts on my website <a href="http://www.aquilterslife.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.aquilterslife.com</a>. <a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Donna-Jones-Quilt-1.png" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Donna-Jones-Quilt-4.png" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> This one with neck ties were made from the neck ties owned by a man that Donna worked for more than 20 years!

Albert Williams

Chatting with Albert Williams, I really enjoyed his perspective on quilting.  To learn how it helped him and how it compliments his relationship with Terrie.  Again, I want to thank him for his service to our country.

Chatting with Albert Williams, I really enjoyed his perspective on quilting.  To learn how it helped him and how it compliments his relationship with Terrie.  Again, I want to thank him for his service to our country.

Marilyn Parks was able to make treasured gifts, along with her sister, from partially pieced quilts that had been long forgotten. This is just part of this incredible quilter’s life!   Farmgirl Vintage – Lori Holt pattern. Free Motion Quilting Callenge by Angela Walters.  Mostly used hand dyed fabrics. Turning Leaves – Caroline Reardon pattern. 

Marilyn Parks was able to make treasured gifts, along with her sister, from partially pieced quilts that had been long forgotten. This is just part of this incredible quilter’s life! <a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Farmgirl-Vintage-Lori-Holt-pattern.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Free-otion-Quilting-Challenge-by-Angela-Walters-mostly-hand-dyed-fabrics.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Turning-Leaves-by-Caroline-Reardon.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <ol> <li>Farmgirl Vintage – Lori Holt pattern.</li> <li>Free Motion Quilting Callenge by Angela Walters.  Mostly used hand dyed fabrics.</li> <li>Turning Leaves – Caroline Reardon pattern.</li> </ol>

Marilyn Parks

Victoria Garten

Vickie and I could have chatted all day.  You can hear in this episode the infectious love that she has for others.  It was such a blessing to spend time with her.  I’m so glad that I had the recording running when Vickie got on the call as she starts in right away sharing her story.  Here we go!

Vickie and I could have chatted all day.  You can hear in this episode the infectious love that she has for others.  It was such a blessing to spend time with her.  I’m so glad that I had the recording running when Vickie got on the call as she starts in right away sharing her story.  Here we go!

Marla Knoch Work owns The Quilted Work, a quilt shop just outside of Marietta, OH.  It sits in a country setting not far off  of I77 in southeast Ohio.  Walking into her shop I felt right at home.  The wonderful choices of fabric welcome you in.  If you’re anywhere near The Quilted Work, stop in.  It will be well worth the trip!!

Marla Knoch Work owns The Quilted Work, a quilt shop just outside of Marietta, OH.  It sits in a country setting not far off  of I77 in southeast Ohio.  Walking into her shop I felt right at home.  The wonderful choices of fabric welcome you in.  If you’re anywhere near The Quilted Work, stop in.  It will be well worth the trip!!

Marla Knoch Work

Martha Buckley

Family is so important! I loved hearing how Martha Buckley's life has come full circle. From Spending time with her grandparents to sharing with her grandchildren!

Family is so important! I loved hearing how Martha Buckley's life has come full circle. From Spending time with her grandparents to sharing with her grandchildren!

Tammy Bennett

What fun to visit with Tammy Bennett on this episode!  Enjoy listening about her life of adventure from serving in the military to living on the prairie of North Dakota!

What fun to visit with Tammy Bennett on this episode!  Enjoy listening about her life of adventure from serving in the military to living on the prairie of North Dakota!

Cheri Kenney

I chatted with Cheri Kenney on this episode.  When I interviewed Cheri we were sitting in her shop Willow Creek Quilters and Crafters.  When I went to edit this episode I was sorry to see on FaceBook that Cheri had decided to close her shop.  I’m sure this must have been a difficult decision for her, but I wish her the best as she begins a new chapter in her life.  It was a joy to visit with this humble and sweet lady.  From the comments on FaceBook I can see she will be greatly missed.  So here’s our chat.

I chatted with Cheri Kenney on this episode.  When I interviewed Cheri we were sitting in her shop Willow Creek Quilters and Crafters.  When I went to edit this episode I was sorry to see on FaceBook that Cheri had decided to close her shop.  I’m sure this must have been a difficult decision for her, but I wish her the best as she begins a new chapter in her life.  It was a joy to visit with this humble and sweet lady.  From the comments on FaceBook I can see she will be greatly missed.  So here’s our chat.

Susan Shillig

As Susan Shillig and I chatted about all the fantastic quilts, crafts, and hobbies she does and wants to do, she made this statement. There’s always another quilt to finish and there’s always another idea to create! You’ll notice the excitement in her voice as you listen to her wonderful attitude!This quilt is on Susan's bed. She pieced it, but did not quilt it.Susan pieced and quilted this one in the 80's.Look at the beautiful hand quilting Susan did on this top that she bought.Susan also pieced and hand quilted this lovely quilt.

As Susan Shillig and I chatted about all the fantastic quilts, crafts, and hobbies she does and wants to do, she made this statement. There’s always another quilt to finish and there’s always another idea to create! You’ll notice the excitement in her voice as you listen to her wonderful attitude!<a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Susan-Shillig-on-bed-e1580093718883.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>This quilt is on Susan's bed. She pieced it, but did not quilt it.<a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Susan-Shillig-80s-e1580093794323.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Susan pieced and quilted this one in the 80's.<a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Susan-Shillig-hand-quilted-e1580093874464.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Look at the beautiful hand quilting Susan did on this top that she bought.<a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Susan-Shillig-pieced-hand-quilted-e1580093949493.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Susan also pieced and hand quilted this lovely quilt.

Ruth Hong

Ruth Hong thinks, like most of us, that it’s always nice to meet another quilter.  I know I enjoyed getting to meet her and I’m sure you will love this chat we had.  You can also find her etsy shop here: The Quilted Rose

Ruth Hong thinks, like most of us, that it’s always nice to meet another quilter.  I know I enjoyed getting to meet her and I’m sure you will love this chat we had.  You can also find her etsy shop here: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheQuiltedRoseCo?ref=ss_profile" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Quilted Rose</a>

Ginny Guthrie Caplinger

Ginny Guthrie Caplinger took time to visit with me while recovering from rotator cuff surgery.  From her list of hobbies, I don’t think she will slow down any time soon.  Enjoy hearing Ginny’s story!

Ginny Guthrie Caplinger took time to visit with me while recovering from rotator cuff surgery.  From her list of hobbies, I don’t think she will slow down any time soon.  Enjoy hearing Ginny’s story!

Sally Norton

Have you ever worked with someone for a short period of time and years later wonder what ever happened to them?  That’s what happened to me with Sally Norton.  When we first opened our computer business I had the opportunity to work with Sally, then our lives moved on.  So it was exciting to meet her again at a quilt group.  How wonderful to cross paths again and realize we share the love of quilting!  I’m so thankful she took the time to share her quilts and her story with me.

Debbie Hunt

I was thrilled to reconnect with Debbie Hunt.  She used to work at our computer business years ago.  Ran into her at the store and as we visited I found out she was a quilter.  Then I lost her contact information.  So when Guthrie and I turned down the cereal aisle one evening I squealed with delight as I saw Debbie again.  Guthrie just couldn’t figure out why I was so excited to see cereal until he saw me approach Debbie.This is Debbie's favorite quilt.  She calls it "Jewels of Envy". She is working on this paper pieced project.This was one of the many mini quilts she has made.  I love how she has it displayed.Here's the one Debbie keeps on her bed.These two are the same pattern called "Floating Flowers" in different sizes.  The mini quilt was made in 1991.  It was in the state fair under Original Design.  Also, it had an honerable mention in Better Homes and Gardens Magazine.Debbie found this "Grandmother's Flower Garden" quilt top.  She did the hand quilting.

I was thrilled to reconnect with Debbie Hunt.  She used to work at our computer business years ago.  Ran into her at the store and as we visited I found out she was a quilter.  Then I lost her contact information.  So when Guthrie and I turned down the cereal aisle one evening I squealed with delight as I saw Debbie again.  Guthrie just couldn’t figure out why I was so excited to see cereal until he saw me approach Debbie. <a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/IMG_2751-e1581302389682.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> This is Debbie's favorite quilt.  She calls it "Jewels of Envy". <a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/IMG_2752-e1581302520156.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/IMG_2753-e1581302632973.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> <a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Debbie-Hunt-Paper-Pieced.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> She is working on this paper pieced project. <a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/IMG_2756-e1581302765242.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> This was one of the many mini quilts she has made.  I love how she has it displayed. <a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/IMG_2757-e1581302831732.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> Here's the one Debbie keeps on her bed. <a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/IMG_2759-e1581302879754.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/IMG_2761-e1581302910694.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> These two are the same pattern called "Floating Flowers" in different sizes.  The mini quilt was made in 1991.  It was in the state fair under Original Design.  Also, it had an honerable mention in Better Homes and Gardens Magazine. <a href="https://aquilterslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/IMG_2758-e1581303113224.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> Debbie found this "Grandmother's Flower Garden" quilt top.  She did the hand quilting.

Rebecca Herndon

I’m so thankful that my neighbor and friend, Diane Tuten, let me know about her niece, Rebecca Herndon! Rebecca and I had such an enjoyable visit. You can see her quilts and rugs on her Crashing Pines Quilting Facebook page.https://www.facebook.com/Crashing-Pines-Quilts-362697167484185/

I’m so thankful that my neighbor and friend, Diane Tuten, let me know about her niece, Rebecca Herndon! Rebecca and I had such an enjoyable visit. You can see her quilts and rugs on her Crashing Pines Quilting Facebook page.<a href="https://www.facebook.com/Crashing-Pines-Quilts-362697167484185/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/Crashing-Pines-Quilts-362697167484185/</a>

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