Quilter, Author, Designer, and Lover of All Things Quilty!

Linda Thielfoldt has been passionately quilting for over 50 years, earning national recognition with her work featured at major shows across the country. As a teacher and speaker, she encourages quilters to embrace the business of quilting, face machine quilting with confidence, and continually improve in every aspect of the craft—whether it’s piecing, appliqué, or quilting itself. With more than 20 years of pattern design experience, Linda loves bringing her original ideas to life through quilts and stitching patterns. Her greatest inspiration comes from teaching and hearing students say, “I can’t believe I just did that!” Linda’s journey is one of creativity, courage, and deep gratitude.

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Page Johnson is an award-winning longarm quilter and educator based in Minnesota, known for her expertise in both free-motion and computerized quilting with the Gammill Statler. Since 2001, she has completed over 17,000 quilts through her business, The Quilting Page, and teaches nationally and internationally, including on Gammill’s recent Caribbean Cruise. Page also designs digital patterns and shares her knowledge through online classes and tutorials.

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Jerry is currently retired, following a successful career as a Software Engineer and Project Manager in the Aerospace industry. His interest in quilting began through his wife, a dedicated quilter, and in 2004 they decided to purchase a quilt store in Thousand Oaks, California.

Now in its third location, their quilt store has been in business for 21 years. In January of this year, Jerry and his team acquired a Gammill longarm machine from a local quilter who had decided to retire. The machine is now housed in the store and operated by Jerry and three staff members to support their growing business

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Brenda began her longarm journey five years ago when she moved to be near her father in-law, who was retiring from his own longarm quilting business. He passed down his skills and knowledge, sparking Brenda’s passion for quilting. Since then, she has continued to grow her expertise through classes and hands-on experience—and she hasn’t looked back!

Today, Brenda runs a full-service quilting studio with her 14-foot Gammill Statler, offering both edge-to-edge and custom quilting, trimming, binding, and even creating T-shirt quilts. Her studio has become a vibrant hub for quilters in the Yuma area, with free quilting clinics on her patio drawing in 35–50 quilting enthusiasts at a time.

Check out "Brenda’s Quilting Studio" on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and her website!

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Originally from Flanders, New Jersey, Doc’s journey into quilting began while pursuing a PhD in Theatre for Youth. What started as a single quilting project quickly turned into a deep passion—one that eventually led him away from the stage and into the studio.

Now, through his quilting business, The Quilt Doc, he blends his love for teaching with artistic excellence, offering a full spectrum of quilting services, resources, and education. With a unique artistic perspective, Doc fosters a thriving community built on creativity, tradition, and innovation.

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We had a very special guest on our podcast! Denise has been passionate about quilting since 2004, but for years, she quilted by checkbook rather than machine. That changed in 2019 when she purchased her first Gammill Statler, sparking a deeper love for the craft. By 2021, she began quilting for customers, turning her hobby into a thriving business. Five years after her first machine, she added a Gammill Ascend. By day, Denise has spent 30 years as a dedicated physician assistant in long-term care, but in the evenings and on weekends, she brings quilts to life, one stitch at a time.

Tune in to hear her amazing quilting story!

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We had a very special guest on our podcast! Sandy Kuhl has been married to her very supportive husband, Doug, for 38 years. Together, they have two children and one grandson. She has been sewing since she was a little girl and has been quilting for the past 18 years. In 2010, she purchased her Gammill, which has been an integral part of her quilting journey. Sandy owns and operates her business, Kuhl Stitches Quilting, where she brings her passion for quilting to life.

Tune in to hear her amazing quilting story!

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We had a very special guest on our podcast! Don has been longarm quilting for over 20 years with a handguided machine. He joined the Gammill family in January of 2024 as a Service Technician and now has an Ascend. He enjoys all aspects of quilting and has began designing patterns for PatternCloud.

Tune in to hear his amazing quilting story!

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This special episode takes a unique turn! Until now, we’ve exclusively interviewed quilters who run successful businesses. Today, we’re stepping behind the scenes to explore an essential part of those businesses: financing.

We’re joined by two amazing experts from American Financial Partners (AFP): Carrie Radloff, Business Development and Marketing Director, and Jackie Paulsen, Director of Customer Finance.

Carrie, with over 26 years in the industry, shares her wealth of knowledge about business development, marketing, and how to navigate financing options. Jackie, a finance pro with a passion for helping customers succeed, dives into the ins and outs of the process, making it accessible and actionable for anyone considering financing.

In this episode, we’ll uncover how financing can transform dreams into reality, from starting a quilting business to upgrading equipment. Carrie and Jackie walk us through their expertise, offering invaluable tips and strategies to make informed decisions.

Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just getting started, this episode will give you a fresh perspective on financing and why it’s a key piece of the puzzle for business growth.

🎧 Tune in to this special episode and gain insights straight from the experts who help make quilting businesses thrive!

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We have a very special guest joining our panel. Deborah is 69 years young and lives with her husband and Bichon Frise in an isolated community in Powell River, British Columbia, Canada. She has three sons and recently welcomed her third grandchild on September 21. Her passions include quilting, cooking, gardening, and spending time with her beloved grandchildren.

Tune in to hear her amazing quilting story!

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