Sew Off Kilter Podcast

In this episode of the Sew Off Kilter Podcast, Becca’s youngest sister, Alicia, joins Ian and Becca to share what it’s like stepping into the quilting world as a beginner. Together, we talk about the joys and frustrations of starting out, from navigating sewing patterns to choosing the right tools, and even when it’s okay to let go of projects (hello, “quilt bankruptcy”).

Alicia draws fun parallels between quilting and cooking, reminding us that creativity often thrives in a clean space and with a supportive community. Along the way, we share personal stories, laugh at our own stumbles, and celebrate the growth that comes with stitching by hand or machine.

Whether you’re brand new to quilting or a seasoned maker, this conversation is a reminder to find joy in the process, embrace mistakes, and lean on your quilting community for encouragement.

In this episode of The Sew Off Kilter Podcast, Becca shares her unexpected journey from swearing off handwork to falling in love with hand piecing and stitching. She talks about the tools and notions that make the process enjoyable, and how slowing down to stitch by hand has given her a peaceful, quiet mind. Meanwhile, Ian holds firm to his machine-loving ways, proving once again that there’s more than one path to creativity in quilting.

Join Becca and Ian as they compare perspectives, laugh at their differences, and explore what makes hand stitching so special for those who embrace it.

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This week, Becca and Ian are joined by Mac Cox of M.A. Couture Crafting and Leo Ransom of Lion’s Den Quilting to talk about what it’s like stepping into the role of a quilting teacher. How do you know you’re ready to teach? What surprises come with leading a class? And what happens when chaos breaks out mid-lesson? (Spoiler: it involves a lot of laughter.) Whether you’re dreaming of teaching or just here for the antics, this episode is full of stories, insight, and more than a few off-kilter moments.

In this episode of The Sew Off Kilter Podcast, Becca and Ian are joined by the awesome Josh Dunn from Lifting and Stitching to talk all things pattern design! From where inspiration strikes to how an idea turns into a full-blown pattern, Josh shares his process, tips, and what he’s learned along the way.

Whether you’re a quilter dreaming of writing your first pattern or just wondering what goes into the magic of design, this episode pulls back the curtain with humor, insight, and a few off-kilter detours (as always).

🧵 Grab your sketchbook—or at least your seam ripper—and join us for a fun, honest chat about the world behind the pattern.

It’s a special episode of Sew Off Kilter and this time, Becca’s taking a break while Ian is joined by four incredible male quilters: Chris Marchini (Rose City Originals), Todd Leavitt (The Bear Quilter), Matt Harr (Harrcraft Goods), and Michael Eason (Quilchemy). In this all-dude discussion, they dive into what it’s like to be a man in a female-dominated quilting world, the challenges and surprises that come with that, and the friendships that changed everything. From finding each other at QuiltCon to forming a creative brotherhood, this episode is all about connection, community, and quilting from a different perspective. Expect laughs, honesty, and a whole lot of bonding—plus a little thread-based chaos, of course.

This week on The Sew Off Kilter Podcast, Becca and Ian tackle the wild world of feedback—the good, the bad, and the hilariously awkward. From constructive critique to the dreaded “sh*t sandwich” method, they dive into what helpful feedback really looks like (and what to avoid). They also explore how feedback plays a role in their professional lives and how it weirdly connects back to quilting. Whether it’s unsolicited comments on your quilt or advice from your boss, this episode is packed with honest reflections, a few seagull dive-bombs, and plenty of off-kilter laughs. Grab your seam ripper and settle in—it’s time to talk about growth, communication, and not crying over critique!

Hold on to your scraps—Becca and Ian are back with special guest Chris from Rose City Originals! With no set agenda, they dive into QuiltCon memories, Accuquilt dies, fabric scraps, and a whole lot of friendly chaos. Expect laughs, tangents, and a healthy dose of quilting chatter in this lively, unfiltered episode.

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In this episode of Sew Off Kilter, Ian and Becca take a stroll down memory lane to uncover the moment they each finally embraced the title quilter. From first quilt shops (or, in Ian’s case, not remembering the first shop at all) to the awkward, funny, and sentimental milestones that shaped their quilting identity, this episode mixes heartfelt reflection with the usual laughs. They also touch on how their quilting journeys have evolved—and what “being a quilter” really means. Whether you’ve been quilting for decades or just picked up your first fat quarter, this one’s all about those ah-ha! moments that stitch us to the craft.

Becca and Ian dig deep (literally and emotionally) into their fabric stashes to confess just how big their collections have grown. From irresistible fat quarter bundles to that fabric they swear they’ll use “someday,” they explore the habits, hilarity, and heartbreak of being a fabric hoarder. Tune in for laughs, relatable stories, and a few tips for managing your stash (or at least pretending to). No judgment here—this is a safe space for fellow fabric fanatics.

It’s a big episode, y’all—we’ve got our very first guest! 🎉 This week, Becca and Ian sit down with the fabulous Rachel Pierman, owner of Crafty Monkies and host of the Breaking the Blocks podcast. We dive into Rachel’s creative journey, from her start in the industry to building a global crafty community.

We talk teaching, the magic of connecting with other makers, the ups and downs of creative careers, and of course—why quilting and community go hand in hand. There are laughs, a few heartfelt moments, and some seriously good insight from one of the best in the biz.

Grab a cuppa and come get to know Rachel better with us!

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