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Math doesn't have to ruin your quilting joy. In this episode, I’m breaking down quilt math into easy formulas so you can skip the stress and keep on stitching.
🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE:
If quilt math has ever made you second-guess your creative flow, this one’s for you. I’m sharing the exact simple methods I use to calculate quilt backing, binding, and borders—no spreadsheets or stress required.
💡 EPISODE TAKEAWAYS:
My sanity-saving formula for calculating backing fabric
The “lazy but reliable” binding math shortcut
How to measure borders accurately without overthinking it
A reminder that perfection is overrated—but preparedness is golden.
Why you don’t have to be a math genius to be a confident quilter
💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION:
What part of quilt math trips you up the most—backing, binding, or borders?
🧵 JOIN THE STITCH SISTER INNER CIRCLE:
Want more support like this in your quilting journey? Our private community of creative women is waiting for you → https://stitchsisterinnercircle.com
📚 RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED:
🧵 Get the Quilt Math Cheat Sheet PDF → https://stitch.academy/product-details/product/673f651ebc7e2e22b95ee326
☕ Buy Me a Tea → http://buymeacoffee.com/starsquilting
📸 Instagram → http://instagram.com/issq.longarmquilting
📌 Pinterest → https://www.pinterest.com/ISeeStarsQuilting
#quiltingpodcast #quiltingforbeginners #quiltmath #stitchsisters #creativeconfidence
🔄 LISTEN TO NEXT:
→ New to quilting? Don’t miss this episode: [“Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Quilting”]
→ Need a boost of confidence? Watch this one on creative identity and progress.
📌 CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:39 “I’m Not a Math Person” Confession
01:33 Why Quilt Math Matters (and Saves You Money)
02:11 Backing Fabric Formula (Step-by-Step)
04:18 Binding Math Made Simple
06:11 Border Math: The Shortcut Method
08:09 You’re Capable—Even If You Hate Math
08:45 Quilt Math Cheat Sheet Info
09:10 The Stitch Sister Inner Circle
10:27 What’s Coming Next Week
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By ISeeStarsQuiltingMath doesn't have to ruin your quilting joy. In this episode, I’m breaking down quilt math into easy formulas so you can skip the stress and keep on stitching.
🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE:
If quilt math has ever made you second-guess your creative flow, this one’s for you. I’m sharing the exact simple methods I use to calculate quilt backing, binding, and borders—no spreadsheets or stress required.
💡 EPISODE TAKEAWAYS:
My sanity-saving formula for calculating backing fabric
The “lazy but reliable” binding math shortcut
How to measure borders accurately without overthinking it
A reminder that perfection is overrated—but preparedness is golden.
Why you don’t have to be a math genius to be a confident quilter
💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION:
What part of quilt math trips you up the most—backing, binding, or borders?
🧵 JOIN THE STITCH SISTER INNER CIRCLE:
Want more support like this in your quilting journey? Our private community of creative women is waiting for you → https://stitchsisterinnercircle.com
📚 RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED:
🧵 Get the Quilt Math Cheat Sheet PDF → https://stitch.academy/product-details/product/673f651ebc7e2e22b95ee326
☕ Buy Me a Tea → http://buymeacoffee.com/starsquilting
📸 Instagram → http://instagram.com/issq.longarmquilting
📌 Pinterest → https://www.pinterest.com/ISeeStarsQuilting
#quiltingpodcast #quiltingforbeginners #quiltmath #stitchsisters #creativeconfidence
🔄 LISTEN TO NEXT:
→ New to quilting? Don’t miss this episode: [“Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Quilting”]
→ Need a boost of confidence? Watch this one on creative identity and progress.
📌 CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:39 “I’m Not a Math Person” Confession
01:33 Why Quilt Math Matters (and Saves You Money)
02:11 Backing Fabric Formula (Step-by-Step)
04:18 Binding Math Made Simple
06:11 Border Math: The Shortcut Method
08:09 You’re Capable—Even If You Hate Math
08:45 Quilt Math Cheat Sheet Info
09:10 The Stitch Sister Inner Circle
10:27 What’s Coming Next Week