In this episode, Sherri & Chelsi discuss their fabric design journey from the early beginnings until the present. They also take a close look at their first-ever fabric line, "Bright Sun" and discuss the styles, colors, trends, and other influences that helped shape that first line. Sherri also displays and discusses her "Bright Sun" quilts. 

For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/2021/07/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-32-show-notes.html/

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How we Began Designing Fabric and Looking Back at our First Fabric Line, "Bright Sun"

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.

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Home & Garden

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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer a new batch of listener questions. Some topics discussed include trimming quilts, the difference between traditional and modern quilts, low-volume prints, searching fabrics, coordinating solid fabrics, scalloped borders, long-arm quilting, and more!  

Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/support

Show Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29614

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Mix & Match (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3IhvCwu

Friendly Blooms (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3PDxtOa

Patchwork Garden Remix (Top Ladder Behind Chelsi): https://tidd.ly/42XntHk

Shine Remix (Bottom Ladder Behind Chelsi): https://tidd.ly/432zvPM

Happy Go Lucky 2 (Top Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/3IfpsNH

Tulip & Vine (Middle Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/3PPuF2R

Starry-Eyed (Bottom Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/49V0HSq

Flowers for Emma (Behind Billy): https://tidd.ly/48Z8tve

Garden Stars Sampler (On Far Wall Above Sewing Machine): https://tidd.ly/3qLszYh

Moda T-shirts + Moda Merchandise: https://kdspain.com/moda-shop

How to Make a Playlist on YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnyZv9Vslts

Bella Solids for Sherri & Chelsi Collections: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/tips-tricks/

Quilt in a Day Scallop Ruler: http://shrsl.com/4i92t

Hydro Jug: https://amzn.to/3JC8MRa

NOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.

Where to Find Us:

Facebook: A Quilting Life with Sherri & Chelsi: https://www.facebook.com/groups/459389991531728/

A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com

Chelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/

A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglife

A Quilting Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquiltinglife/

Chelsi Stratton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsistratton/

A Quilting Life Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts

Chelsi Stratton Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/StrattonHandmade

Visit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/aquiltinglife

Enjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show. Support the Show.

Listener Questions: Trimming Quilts, Coordinating Fabric, and Adding Size to Quilts

In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss all things sewing machines. Sherri recently purchased a new sewing machine so it was a good time to compare machines in different price ranges and also discuss how technology has advanced and changed what sewing machines are capable of doing. 

Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/support

Show Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29559

Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/

Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFE

New Podcast Email Address: aquiltinglifepodcast@gmail.com

Lazy Daisy (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3Tjt5Zl

Hearts at Home II (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3qPIdfg

Patchwork Garden Remix (Top Ladder Behind Chelsi): https://tidd.ly/42XntHk

Shine Remix (Bottom Ladder Behind Chelsi): https://tidd.ly/432zvPM

Happy Go Lucky 2 (Top Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/3IfpsNH

Tulip & Vine (Middle Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/3PPuF2R

Starry-Eyed (Bottom Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/49V0HSq

Flowers for Emma (Behind Billy): https://tidd.ly/48Z8tve

Garden Stars Sampler (On Far Wall Above Sewing Machine): https://tidd.ly/3qLszYh

NOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.

Where to Find Us:

Facebook: A Quilting Life with Sherri & Chelsi: https://www.facebook.com/groups/459389991531728/

A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com

Chelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/

A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglife

A Quilting Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquiltinglife/

Chelsi Stratton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsistratton/

A Quilting Life Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts

Chelsi Stratton Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/StrattonHandmade

Visit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/aquiltinglife

Enjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show. Support the Show.

Sewing Machine Buyers Guide

In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share what kept them excited about quilting after they were first introduced to this hobby. They then discuss how they have tried to introduce others to quilting and give some tips on how to share the joy of quilting with others. We also want to thank everyone who has subscribed to this YouTube channel over the past 4 years. We are thrilled that we have reached the 100,000 subscriber mark. We look forward to creating more fun and informative content for everyone.

Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/support

Show Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29495

Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/

Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFE

New Podcast Email Address: aquiltinglifepodcast@gmail.com

Family Favorites Cover Quilt - Pre-Order Here (Quilt on the Wall): http://shrsl.com/4hcm2

Getaway (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/46S22cm

Patchwork Garden Remix (Top Ladder Behind Chelsi): https://tidd.ly/42XntHk

Shine Remix (Bottom Ladder Behind Chelsi): https://tidd.ly/432zvPM

Happy Go Lucky 2 (Top Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/3IfpsNH

Tulip & Vine (Middle Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/3PPuF2R

Starry-Eyed (Bottom Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/49V0HSq

Flowers for Emma (Behind Billy): https://tidd.ly/48Z8tve

Garden Stars Sampler (On Far Wall Above Sewing Machine): https://tidd.ly/3qLszYh

NOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.

Where to Find Us:

Facebook: A Quilting Life with Sherri & Chelsi: https://www.facebook.com/groups/459389991531728/

A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com

Chelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/

A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglife

A Quilting Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquiltinglife/

Chelsi Stratton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsistratton/

A Quilting Life Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts

Chelsi Stratton Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/StrattonHandmade

Visit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/aquiltinglife

Enjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show. Support the Show.

Sharing Quilting with Others and Keeping the Joy of Quilting Alive

In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss spring cleaning tips and ideas and share what they plan on sewing with for this Spring season. They also discuss some of their Spring decor ideas and how they feel more productive during this time of the year. 

Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/support

Show Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-107-show-notes/

Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/

Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFE

New Podcast Email Address: aquiltinglifepodcast@gmail.com

Moda 50th Anniversary Celebration Fabrics (contest kicks off in September 2024): https://shop.modafabrics.com/collection?group=Celebrating%2050%20Years%20Of%20Moda

Shine Remix (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/432zvPM

Good Vibes (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3IhmBUr

Boxed Kit for Botanical Remix: https://tidd.ly/47SPsc1

Flowers for Emma (Behind Billy): https://tidd.ly/48Z8tve

Garden Stars Sampler (On Far Wall Above Sewing Machine): https://tidd.ly/3qLszYh

Montage (Ladder Behind Chelsi): https://tidd.ly/3XUnEkf

Jelly Roll Sampler (Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/3OxWeMJ

Getaway (Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/46S22cm

NOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.

Where to Find Us:

Facebook: A Quilting Life with Sherri & Chelsi: https://www.facebook.com/groups/459389991531728/

A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com

Chelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/

A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglife

A Quilting Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquiltinglife/

Chelsi Stratton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsistratton/

A Quilting Life Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts

Chelsi Stratton Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/StrattonHandmade

Visit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/aquiltinglife

Enjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show. Support the Show.

Spring Cleaning and Sewing

In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss their new fabric collection, Laguna Sunrise. They discuss the inspirations behind this fabric line and talk about how it mixes and matches well with many of their previous fabric lines, including Strawberry Lemonade. They also share news about a new book they are releasing with Fat Quarter Shop, Family Favorites. One of Chelsi's quilts in this book will be featured in an upcoming sew-along. Laguna Sunrise is expected to ship to quilt shops in September 2024. 

Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/support

Show Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29324

Laguna Sunrise Fabric Collection Introduction Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29230

Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/

Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFE

New Podcast Email Address: aquiltinglifepodcast@gmail.com

Tulip & Vine (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3SZH9FG

Patchwork Garden Remix (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/42XntHk

Flowers for Emma (Behind Billy): https://tidd.ly/48Z8tve

Garden Stars Sampler (On Far Wall Above Sewing Machine): https://tidd.ly/3qLszYh

Montage (Ladder Behind Chelsi): https://tidd.ly/3XUnEkf

Jelly Roll Sampler (Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/3OxWeMJ

Getaway (Ladder Behind Sherri): https://tidd.ly/46S22cm

New Moda Catalog: https://issuu.com/modafabrics/docs/cat_modapieceissue62

Sherri’s Newsletter Sign-Up: https://dogged-architect-9777.ck.page/42c3a81ccd

Family Favorites Book with Fat Quarter Shop Pre-Order: http://shrsl.com/4g600

Laguna Sunrise Fabric Collection Preview Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPu1QMw9yK0

NOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.

Where to Find Us:

Facebook: A Quilting Life with Sherri & Chelsi: https://www.facebook.com/groups/459389991531728/

A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com

Chelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/

A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglife

A Quilting Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquiltinglife/

Chelsi Stratton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsistratton/

A Quilting Life Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts

Chelsi Stratton Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/StrattonHandmade

Visit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/aquiltinglife

Enjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show. Support the Show.

How we Began Designing Fabric and Looking Back at our First Fabric Line, "Bright Sun"

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