What happens when a quilter has an idea, realizes she has talented friends, and lets everyone work their magic?

Eva Saunders of Gingerly Quilt Co. joins me to reveal the story behind The Grimoire Dark Magic Sampler, a fantasy-inspired collaborative quilt where every designer gets to shine.

My friend and returning guest Eva Saunders of Gingerly Quilt Co. is back on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show to share the story behind her latest quilt pattern, a collaborative sampler inspired by fantasy, dark academia, and a little bit of magic.

The idea for The Grimoire came to Eva while she was recovering from her “QuiltCon Cold” and spending a lot of time immersed in the art deco-inspired world of her recent quilt patterns. She had designed a beautiful frame, but something was missing. She didn't know exactly what belonged in the middle.

Then Eva remembered something very important: she has friends.

And those friends happen to be incredibly talented quilt designers.

What began with Eva’s frame grew into a collaborative sampler featuring a collection of beautifully designed blocks, each with its own personality, that come together to create one cohesive, moody, magical quilt. In our conversation, we talk about the creative challenge of collaboration and the fine balance between creating a cohesive whole while still allowing each individual artist’s work to shine.

And yes, Eva gave me a sneak peek at the final layout MONTHS ago, so I am extremely relieved that I can finally talk about this quilt. Keeping that secret has been torture!

Get ready for the *Grimoire Dark Magic Sampler Sew-Along, October 1–31, 2026!

Patterns are available at the link below, and kits will be available through several retailers. When you purchase the pattern, you’ll also get the opportunity to unlock a bonus block by solving a riddle. Because obviously, a magical sampler needs a little mystery.

And there’s more! When you finish your own Grimoire Sampler, I’ll be offering a special discount for sending your quilt to Sweet Pea Design Company for edge-to-edge quilting. Stay tuned for all the details!

Whether you love quilting, fantasy, dark academia, Art Deco design, or just the magic that happens when creative people work together, I hope you enjoy this conversation with Eva. Please enjoy Eva Saunders of Gingerly Quilt Co.! The Grimoire Dark Magic Sampler*

• Sew-Along: October 1–31, 2026 🔮 Pattern: https://gingerlyquiltco.com/GRANNYS
• Kits: Available through participating retailers (like Sewfinity.com)
• Bonus block: Solve the riddle included with your pattern

• Finished quilt: Stay tuned for a special Sweet Pea Design Company quilting discount

   

  *Collaborators:* 
  Block 1 – Quill of Wisdom – Eva Saunders @gingerlyquiltco 
  Block 2 – Edge of Light – Lauren Metang @palm__creations 
  Block 3 – Fairy Lights – Erin Nichole @mija.handmade 
  Block 4 – Bookbound Demon – Jennifer Larimore @nerdynquilty 
  Block 5 – Enchanted Rose – Amber Elliot @alderwoodstudio 
  Block 6 – Drink of Destiny – Kelsey Swatske @white_rosedesigns 
  Block 7 – Dragon’s Flight – Rebecca Halvorsen @quiltbynight 
  Block 8 – Fractured Crystal – Chris Marchini @rosecityoriginals 
  Block 9 – Enchanted Elixirs – Adrianna Jaffrani @gettingjazzywithitig 
  Block 10 – Raven Skull – Glynis Thompson @quiltcorepatterns 
  Block 11 – Gilded Serpent – Sofia Natty @sofianatty.nyc 
  Block 12 – Midnight Flame – Sarah Pitcher @quiltnsew / Pitcher’s Boutique 
  Block 13- Creature of the Night – Cole Whitaker @colesquilts 
  Bonus Block Love Interest – Glynis Thompson @quiltcorepatterns 
  
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What if the quilts we make today become the history someone studies 100 years from now?

Quilt historian Tara Miller joins me to talk about the stories, people, women’s history, and cultural context hidden inside the quilts we’ve inherited. From her work curating The American Quilt: Cloth and Commerce to her journey from technical writing to studying quilt history, this conversation might make you look at quilts a little differently.

Before dedicating herself to quilt history, Tara spent 22 years in the corporate world as a technical writer in the software industry. Along the way, she discovered a deeper passion for understanding quilts not just as objects, but as a way to explore women’s history, culture, creativity, commerce, and everyday life.

Tara first began developing her appreciation for the historical side of quilting through books. In 2018, she joined the American Quilt Study Group, diving even deeper into the study and preservation of quilt history. She also credits a long list of incredible mentors who helped her develop a deep appreciation for textiles and their significance in our past, present, and future.

We talk about what drew Tara to quilt history, what we can learn by looking closely at the textiles that came before us, the importance of preserving these stories, and why understanding the past can change the way we look at the quilts being made today.

Whether you're a quilter, textile lover, history nerd, or simply curious about the stories hidden in the things people make, I hope this conversation inspires you to take a closer look at the quilts around you. Because every quilt has a story. And sometimes, the history is just as fascinating as the quilt itself.

*In this episode:
• Tara’s journey from technical writer to quilt historian
• Curating The American Quilt: Cloth and Commerce* at the Bowers Museum 
• How books opened the door to quilt history 
• The American Quilt Study Group and the study of quilt history 
• The importance of mentors and preserving textile knowledge 
• Quilts, women’s history, and the stories held in textiles 
• Why understanding quilt history can deepen our creative practice today

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This week on Not Your Granny's Quilt Show, I'm welcoming back a returning friend, Meagan Guite!

Meagan is the Project Coordinator at Ruby Star Society, where she gets a behind-the-scenes look at how fabric collections come to life. From the early conversations and collaborations to the conception of new fabric lines and the final launch, Meagan gets to be part of the process that brings some of our favorite fabrics into the world.

She also plays a hands-on role in deciding how new collections are presented and showcased when they launch, giving her a unique perspective on the business, creativity, and relationships behind the fabric we love.

But Meagan's story has changed since we last talked.

After being diagnosed with breast cancer, Meagan stepped back from sharing parts of her creative process. In some ways, sharing more would have meant acknowledging something she wasn't quite ready to accept: that she had cancer.

Thankfully, early detection meant that her treatment was successful. Now, Meagan is on the road to healing and looking toward the future with a renewed passion for sewing, quilting, and the community that surrounds them.

Being changed by the experience has given Meagan a new perspective on what she wants from her creative life. She's brimming with ideas and excitement about building meaningful relationships within the quilting industry, starting with local quilt shops and the people who make those communities so special.

This year, Meagan is holding onto one word: peace.

We talk about what it means to find peace in creativity, to reconnect with sewing after a difficult season, and to embrace the humanness of making things with our hands.

In this episode, we talk about:

I'm so happy to welcome Meagan back to the show and to hear her talk about where she's been, where she's going, and what she's excited about next.

Please enjoy the return of my friend, Meagan Guite!

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m joined by Tara Faughnan, quilter, pattern designer, teacher, and the creative force behind the new Handloom fabric collection with Windham Fabrics.

Tara has built a name for herself through her distinctive approach to color, texture, and quilt design. Her quilts bring unexpected color combinations and fresh energy to classic quilt blocks, creating work that feels both playful and deeply thoughtful.

Tara was the featured quilt artist at QuiltCon 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona, where her exhibit showcased her unique interpretations of traditional quilt blocks. Seeing these quilts in person was an incredible experience, and this conversation gives us a chance to dig deeper into the creative mind behind them.

Tara recently launched Handloom, her first licensed fabric collection with Windham Fabrics. The woven fabrics are a beautiful reflection of Tara’s love of color and texture, with a versatility and timeless quality that make them exciting for quilters and sewists alike. Tara has previously worked as an in-house designer for both Michael Miller Fabrics and Windham, making this first licensed collection an exciting new chapter in her career.

We also talk about Tara’s approach to teaching and community through her Block Studies Collective, a membership program built around exploring quilt blocks through color, creativity, and connection.

Each six-month season includes:

Tara has built something really special around her business. She shows up honestly and authentically, and that same spirit carries through the community she has created.

In this episode, we talk about:

Whether you’re interested in modern quilting, quilt design, color theory, fabric design, quilting education, or building a creative community, there is something here for you.

Learn more about Tara’s patterns, courses, Block Studies Collective, and Handloom:
Tara Faughnan

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This week on Not Your Granny's Quilt Show, I'm joined by Luke Haynes, also known as Entropies, an architect turned quilt artist whose bold, large-scale work has redefined what quilts can be.

Long before quilting became his career, Luke was a maker. He learned to knit and crochet at a young age, attended an arts high school, and was always drawn to creating with his hands. While still a student, he chose fabric as the medium for an artistic portrait project, discovering a love for reclaimed textiles and the endless possibilities hidden within them.

After earning a degree in architecture, Luke entered the profession but soon realized he wasn't in a place where he could fully express his creativity or make the impact he envisioned. Nearly 20 years ago, he made the leap to become a full-time quilt artist, combining his architectural perspective with quilting to create striking works that blur the line between fine art and traditional craft.

Today, Luke is known for his large-scale portrait quilts, public art installations, and innovative use of reclaimed and vintage fabrics. His work invites viewers to reconsider what quilting can be and where quilts belong.

In this episode, we talk about:

We also discuss Luke's exciting collaboration with Coach. Using vintage and thrifted quilts and textiles, Luke created entirely new quilted fabrics that became a collection of Coach handbags, introducing quilting craftsmanship to an entirely new audience.

If you're attending the Festival of Quilts, be sure to visit Luke's exhibition, Portraits in Fabric, in the Textile Galleries.

Whether you're interested in modern quilting, textile art, architecture, sustainability, or creative careers, this conversation is packed with inspiration.

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[Insert website if you'd like to include it]

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A trip to Japan completely changed the way Teresa Duryea Wong understood quilting. That journey became the foundation for years of research, writing, and preserving quilt history.

This week on Not Your Granny's Quilt Show, I'm joined by Teresa Duryea Wong of Third Floor Quilts, an award-winning quilt historian, author, and educator whose passion for quilting has led her around the world.

Teresa is the author of seven books on quilting, textile history, and design, with an eighth book, Old Quilts Made New: Finishing Antique Designs with Free Motion Quilting, releasing in September 2026.

Before becoming one of quilting's most respected writers, Teresa spent many years in the corporate world as a professional writer, traveling extensively for work. When it came time to choose the next chapter of her life, she followed two lifelong passions: quilting and writing.

Teresa learned to sew as a child because making clothing was simply the practical thing to do. Quilting, however, came later. It was a close friend who introduced her to quilting as an adult, and she quickly fell in love with the craft.

Living in the Houston area meant annual trips to the International Quilt Festival, where one style of quilting captured her imagination above all others: Japanese quilts. Their balance, precision, thoughtful composition, and beautiful fabrics inspired Teresa to learn more.

In 2014, she traveled to Japan to study the country's rich quilting traditions firsthand. That journey deepened her appreciation for how quilting was embraced, adapted, and transformed within Japanese culture, eventually inspiring several of her books and years of research.

In this episode, we talk about: 

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This week on Not Your Granny's Quilt Show, I'm joined by Brent McGee, a textile artist whose creative journey has taken him from the stage to the sewing studio.

Before quilting became his calling, Brent lived a life immersed in the performing arts. A professionally trained musician, he performed in musical theater and spent several years entertaining audiences in a New York City piano bar. Creativity was always part of his life, thanks to a family that encouraged artistic expression.

Everything changed during the 2020 lockdowns.

Taking an unexpected break from live performance, Brent's sister commissioned him to create a textile art piece for her new home. The satisfaction of completing that project awakened something new. What began as a single commission quickly became an artistic obsession fueled by curiosity, experimentation, and a desire to explore the possibilities of fiber.

Brent's early work explored hand-dyed fabrics and intricate hand quilting, culminating in his award-winning piece Intertidal Invertebrates. But instead of settling into a style, he challenged himself once again.

Today, Brent primarily works with unbleached muslin and wool batting, creating sculptural textile art that embraces the natural qualities of the materials. Rather than forcing the fabric into a preconceived design, Brent listens to what the fabric wants to become. Through that process, he has found a deeper connection between creativity, intuition, and spirituality.

In this episode, we talk about:

We also discuss Brent's piece Apollo and Python, which has been accepted into Quilt Visions at the Visions Museum of Textile Art. The exhibition runs from October 24, 2026 through January 16, 2027.

If you love contemporary quilting, textile art, hand quilting, or conversations about creativity and artistic growth, this episode is for you.

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@brentmcgeequilts on Instagram

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This week on Not Your Granny's Quilt Show, I'm joined by Carolina Oneto, an internationally recognized quilt artist, teacher, and soon-to-be author whose work beautifully blends color, design, and artistic expression.

Born in Chile, Carolina's path to quilting was anything but traditional. Like many quilters, she began her professional life in engineering, working in the field for several years and teaching at her alma mater before ultimately pursuing quilting full time.

As Carolina developed her quilting skills, she sought out opportunities to learn from respected artists throughout South America, including mentors in Argentina and Brazil. A pivotal moment came when she studied color interaction and color theory with Lucia Stacchetti. That experience transformed the way Carolina viewed her work and helped her shift from seeing quilting as a craft to embracing it as an art form.

Today, Carolina creates award-winning quilts, teaches online and in-person classes around the world, and exhibits her work internationally. Her quilts are known for their striking use of color, movement, and thoughtful design, inspiring quilters to think differently about their own creative process.

In this episode, we talk about:

We also discuss the evolution of Carolina's work and how continuing education, experimentation, and curiosity have shaped her creative journey.

If you're interested in color, quilt design, textile art, or hearing how artists develop their unique perspective, this episode is one you won't want to miss.

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Carolina Oneto Official Website

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, the guest is... me!

When I'm not behind the microphone, I'm running my longarm quilting business, Sweet Pea Design Company, helping quilters finish their projects and bring their quilt tops to life.

In this episode, I'm sharing my updated guide to preparing a quilt for longarm quilting. While I've covered some of these topics before, it felt like the perfect time to revisit the process, answer common questions, and explain the reasoning behind many of the requests longarm quilters make.

Whether you're sending your very first quilt to a longarmer or you're a seasoned quilter looking for a refresher, this episode covers practical tips to help your quilting experience go smoothly.

We'll talk about:

Every longarm quilter has their own preferences and process, but these tips are based on years of experience and my commitment to delivering the best possible results for every quilt that comes through my studio.

Most importantly, I hope this episode helps demystify the longarm quilting process and encourages quilters to communicate openly with their longarmer. The relationship you build with the person finishing your quilt can make all the difference.

Have questions after listening? Reach out! I'm always happy to help fellow quilters better understand the longarm quilting process.

Thank you for listening, watching, and supporting Not Your Granny's Quilt Show. I appreciate every one of you.

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m joined by Steph Skardal, quilter, fiber artist, software engineer, and the featured artist for QuiltCon 2027. Steph’s work has been exhibited in quilt shows and featured in books and magazines, earning recognition for her innovative approach to quilting and textile art.

Whether she is designing quilts, experimenting with color, or exploring new artistic concepts, Steph is always pushing the boundaries of what quilting can be. By day, Steph works as a software engineer, and that analytical mindset led her to create Quilty Solid, a free app designed to help quilters make more confident fabric and color choices. The tool allows users to explore and compare solid fabric collections from multiple manufacturers, making it easier to visualize color combinations before cutting into fabric.

In this episode, we talk about: 

Steph also shares insights into her recent work and the creative process behind building a cohesive body of quilts for a major exhibition. We discuss how her perspective as both an engineer and artist influences her design decisions and why she is passionate about creating tools that help quilters spend less time second-guessing fabric choices and more time making.

We also chat about her recently announced color palette for the Windham Fabric Challenge and what excites her about the future of quilting and textile art. If you love modern quilting, color theory, quilt design, technology, or seeing artists challenge expectations, this episode is for you. Learn more about Steph, her quilts, classes, and creative work: https://www.stephskardalquilts.com/

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