Alternative title: To Buy A Longarm Or Not To Buy A Longarm

Maybe you've been in the market for a longarm machine, or maybe you're looking to be talked out of it once and for all. Either way, we're addressing the pros and cons of longarm ownership to help you decide if it's for you!

With one of us on either side of the fence, there's some great points made to help see the big picture!

If you're nowhere near the consideration of purchasing one? We cover that too and outline the many alternatives quilters can use to finish their beautiful treasures!

Pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us!

Find the show notes and merch:

thegratefulthreadpodcast.com

Find us on Instagram:

@TheGratefulThreadPodcast

We're your hosts..

Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio

urbandwellstudio.com

Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

messyquilts.com

Pop in for a quick cut of fabric or spend the afternoon perusing the color-sorted modern collections as you're greeted by the friendliest cut counter people you've EVER met!

Sewtopia is a place that makes you feel like you're on an episode of Cheers and we think this is as good of a time as ever to start petitioning Amy and Megan for some barstools at the cut counter at the new location!

Learn about Sewtopia's humble beginnings and about how to check them out virtually and in-person at their incredible quilting retreats!

So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us!

Find the show notes:

thegratefulthreadpodcast.com

Find us on Instagram:

@TheGratefulThreadPodcast

And find our guests, @Sewtopia

Sewtopia.com

We're your hosts..

Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio

urbandwellstudio.com

Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

messyquilts.com

Pop in for a quick cut of fabric or spend the afternoon perusing the color-sorted modern collections as you're greeted by the friendliest cut counter people you've EVER met!

Sewtopia is a place that makes you feel like you're on an episode of Cheers and we think this is as good of a time as ever to start petitioning Amy and Megan for some barstools at the cut counter at the new location!

Learn about Sewtopia's humble beginnings and about how to check them out virtually and in-person at their incredible quilting retreats!

So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us!

Find the show notes:

thegratefulthreadpodcast.com

Find us on Instagram:

@TheGratefulThreadPodcast

And find our guests, @Sewtopia

Sewtopia.com

We're your hosts..

Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio

urbandwellstudio.com

Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

messyquilts.com

Alternative title: "Socks On Pedal, Pedal On Floor"

In this episode of The Grateful Thread Podcast, Ashelyn and Lacie delve into the magical world of quilting retreats, and if you aren't already convinced, you'll be hunting down the next retreat near you after you listen!

Leave your hard pants at home, opt to go braless, eat food you don't have to make, and be sure to bring enough of your favorite treats to share!

Pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us!

Find the show notes and merch:

thegratefulthreadpodcast.com

Find us on Instagram:

@TheGratefulThreadPodcast

We're your hosts..

Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio

urbandwellstudio.com

Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

messyquilts.com

In this episode, we're joined by the color-catching sewist, teacher-turned-pattern designer, and creative genius behind Sewspicious: Vickeidy Plybon.

We continue the conversation on sewing spaces and dive into the importance of representation in the quilting world. You are going to love this beautiful and talented soul just as much as we do!

So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us!

Find the show notes:

thegratefulthreadpodcast.com

Find us on Instagram:

@TheGratefulThreadPodcast

And find our guest, Vickeidy @sewspicious

We're your hosts..

Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio

urbandwellstudio.com

Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

messyquilts.com

Alternative title: "Did we just become a bookclub?"

In this episode of The Grateful Thread Podcast, Ashelyn and Lacie discuss the reality of sewing spaces, acknowledging that many quilters don't have lavish or Pinterest-worthy studios dedicated to the hobby we all love.

They talk about "making it work" in the spaces that you have, give a couple of solid tips, and share a few things that help make their "studios" more flexible for their families and how those spaces have evolved over the years!

So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us!

Find the show notes and merch:

thegratefulthreadpodcast.com

Find us on Instagram:

@TheGratefulThreadPodcast

We're your hosts..

Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio

urbandwellstudio.com

Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

messyquilts.com

In this episode of The Grateful Thread Podcast, Ashelyn and Lacie sit down with their fellow podcaster, Wendy Chow of The Weekend Quilter and introduce you to the side of the Quilt Buzz co-host that you rarely get to hear!

In this flip of the microphone, you'll hear about what inspires her designs and the things that she's most passionate about in this quilting industry!

So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us!

Find the show notes:

thegratefulthreadpodcast.com

Find us on Instagram:

@TheGratefulThreadPodcast

And find our guest, Wendy @the.weekendquilter

We're your hosts..

Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio

urbandwellstudio.com

Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

messyquilts.com

Do you have some quilt-related goals for this new year? Or, perhaps you've resolved to slow down and focus on projects that require more slow stitching!

Whether you're adding learning new skills to your plans for 2024 or seeking permission to step away from the sewing machine for a few months, Ashelyn and Lacie have some great tips to help you balance your quilt goals!

Listen in for some ideas that you can apply to your quilting and, as always, we want to know what you Threadheads are planning!

So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us!

Find the show notes:

thegratefulthreadpodcast.com

Find us on Instagram:

@TheGratefulThreadPodcast

We're your hosts..

Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio

urbandwellstudio.com

Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

messyquilts.com

Well, it's the end of 2023 and we've served out our contract with one another. While Ashelyn and Lacie have had an absolute blast bringing you these episodes, they're announcing plans for 2024, so be sure to listen to the end!

The two quilty hosts talk "Year In Review" and take turns sharing their favorite moments and interviews from this fun and fulfilling project! While they certainly didn't anticipate meeting so many listeners in real life (or even having real-life listeners!), they wanted to take a moment to thank each and every one of you for tuning in and for riding out technical difficulties, their "awkward phase", and for the outpouring of kindness from newfound Threadheads!

So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us!

Find the show notes:

thegratefulthreadpodcast.com

Find us on Instagram:

@TheGratefulThreadPodcast

We're your hosts..

Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio

urbandwellstudio.com

Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

messyquilts.com

It's that time of year when opportunities abound and the prospects of new projects are popping up with the start of the New Year, but what's a quilter to do with all of those choices!?

In Episode 25 of The Grateful Thread Podcast, Ashelyn and Lacie discuss FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) and share some practical tips for navigating this busy time of year. Whether you're planning to join a sew-along in the new year, or you struggle with comparison, this is the episode for you!

So, pull up a seat, because you can always sit with us!

Find the show notes:

thegratefulthreadpodcast.com

Find us on Instagram:

@TheGratefulThreadPodcast

We're your hosts..

Ashelyn of Urban Dwell Studio - @UrbanDwellStudio

urbandwellstudio.com

Lacie of Messy Quilts - @MessyQuilts

messyquilts.com