The Quilter on Fire Podcast

Today we'll chat QuiltnLearn with Bea Byrne! Between her career in tech/events and her love of textiles/quilting, Bea Byrne realized that organizing and hosting online conferences in the quilting world is her jam. Having planned knitting events in the UK, and toured around travellers to crafty spots when she lived in Japan, to her recent guild show committee work where she lives now in the USA, Bea has a passion for “if you build it they will come” with her online events.

There were so many great takeaways from this episode about an event planner bringing together quilters in a way that welcomes everyone from those who want to purchase the VIP experience to those who want to binge watch the free event while it’s happening.

Want to travel with Brandy?
2025 FESTIVAL OF QUILTS Birmingham!!! This 14-day tour of Wales and England takes in the rich textile history and breathtaking cultural landmarks. Tour England & Wales ending at the Festival of Quilts. Call Judy at 1-877-235-3767 or go to  https://opulentquiltjourneys.com/destinations/britain/item/birmingham-festival-of-quilts-tour-with-brandy

2026 JAPAN CRUISE!!! Watergirl Quilt Co and the Quilter on Fire have teamed up to sail the seas on the Celebrity Millennium. Sail with us on a JAPAN CRUISE in 2026! Registration is OPEN and this cruise is already 50% sold! SIGN UP TODAY!
https://gravitate.travel/stitch-sail-japan-with-quilter-on-fire-and-watergirl-quilt-co/

Quilter on Fire Website - https://quilteronfire.com/
OLISO IRONS - Host of the Quilter on Fire Podcast Lounge each year at QuiltCon!
BUY YOUR OWN OLISO MINI PROJECT IRON RIGHT HERE
Square One Textile Art Workshop
Link to Brandy’s email list
Kristy’s Quilt Picture Book
Quilter on Fire Patterns
Free Quilter on Fire Holiday Table Runner VIDEO 

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Join me for a super fun experience at the International Quilt Festival in Houston for 2024. In this recap episode you'll hear me interview quilters, teachers, vendors and exhibition artists in the Oliso Story Space. You can listen in to the podcast as usual or watch the video here on the Quilter on Fire YouTube Channel;

WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

Want to travel with Brandy?
2025 FESTIVAL OF QUILTS Birmingham!!! This 14-day tour of Wales and England takes in the rich textile history and breathtaking cultural landmarks. Tour England & Wales ending at the Festival of Quilts. Call Judy at 1-877-235-3767 or go to  https://opulentquiltjourneys.com/destinations/britain/item/birmingham-festival-of-quilts-tour-with-brandy

2026 JAPAN CRUISE!!! Watergirl Quilt Co and the Quilter on Fire have teamed up to sail the seas on the Celebrity Millennium. Sail with us on a JAPAN CRUISE in 2026! Registration is OPEN and this cruise is already 50% sold! SIGN UP TODAY!
https://gravitate.travel/stitch-sail-japan-with-quilter-on-fire-and-watergirl-quilt-co/

Quilter on Fire Website - https://quilteronfire.com/
OLISO IRONS - Host of the Quilter on Fire Podcast Lounge each year at QuiltCon!
BUY YOUR OWN OLISO MINI PROJECT IRON RIGHT HERE
Square One Textile Art Workshop
Link to Brandy’s email list
Kristy’s Quilt Picture Book
Quilter on Fire Patterns
Free Quilter on Fire Holiday Table Runner VIDEO 

Support the show

Thank you for listening to the Quilter on Fire Podcast.

My guest today is known for their joyful quilting and crafting projects on the social media scene. With hundreds of thousands of followers, time and time again we are inspired by Mx Domestic to take action whether it is to stitch up some hexies, try fabric weaving, clean our sewing machine, or take a moment to reflect on how we can be more thoughtful and inclusive online. Whether they are baring their soul with a struggle or delighting us with a new idea, Mathew Boudreaux is putting it out there for all to see to create an inclusive supportive community.

Find the Mx Domestic on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/mx.domestic

Want to travel with Brandy?
2025 FESTIVAL OF QUILTS Birmingham!!! This 14-day tour of Wales and England takes in the rich textile history and breathtaking cultural landmarks. Tour England & Wales ending at the Festival of Quilts. Call Judy at 1-877-235-3767 or go to  https://opulentquiltjourneys.com/destinations/britain/item/birmingham-festival-of-quilts-tour-with-brandy

2026 JAPAN CRUISE!!! Watergirl Quilt Co and the Quilter on Fire have teamed up to sail the seas on the Celebrity Millennium. Sail with us on a JAPAN CRUISE in 2026! Registration is OPEN and this cruise is already 50% sold! SIGN UP TODAY!
https://gravitate.travel/stitch-sail-japan-with-quilter-on-fire-and-watergirl-quilt-co/

Quilter on Fire Website - https://quilteronfire.com/
OLISO IRONS - Host of the Quilter on Fire Podcast Lounge each year at QuiltCon!
BUY YOUR OWN OLISO MINI PROJECT IRON RIGHT HERE
Square One Textile Art Workshop
Link to Brandy’s email list
Kristy’s Quilt Picture Book
Quilter on Fire Patterns
Free Quilter on Fire Holiday Table Runner VIDEO 

Support the show

Thank you for listening to the Quilter on Fire Podcast.

It’s Halloween 2024 and I could not think of anything more fitting than to bring back that quarky little character called Mr Bones. I have featured this tiny TikTok Sensation a few times now on the podcast and it's always super fun to chat with Kimberlee about Mr. Bones with fun Halloween tidbits sprinkled in. Today, I’ll welcome to the podcast – Kimberlee Peers Moore
 
Find the Mr. Bones Sews on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/mr.bones_sews

Want to travel with Brandy?
2025 FESTIVAL OF QUILTS Birmingham!!! This 14-day tour of Wales and England takes in the rich textile history and breathtaking cultural landmarks. Tour England & Wales ending at the Festival of Quilts. Call Judy at 1-877-235-3767 or go to  https://opulentquiltjourneys.com/destinations/britain/item/birmingham-festival-of-quilts-tour-with-brandy

2026 JAPAN CRUISE!!! Watergirl Quilt Co and the Quilter on Fire have teamed up to sail the seas on the Celebrity Millennium. Sail with us on a JAPAN CRUISE in 2026! Registration is OPEN and this cruise is already 50% sold! SIGN UP TODAY!
https://gravitate.travel/stitch-sail-japan-with-quilter-on-fire-and-watergirl-quilt-co/

Quilter on Fire Website - https://quilteronfire.com/
OLISO IRONS - Host of the Quilter on Fire Podcast Lounge each year at QuiltCon!
BUY YOUR OWN OLISO MINI PROJECT IRON RIGHT HERE
Square One Textile Art Workshop
Link to Brandy’s email list
Kristy’s Quilt Picture Book
Quilter on Fire Patterns
Free Quilter on Fire Holiday Table Runner VIDEO 

Moving Train Car by Anavrin.
KIMBERLEE60599 for 10% off

Rolife Super Creator DIY rooms ( Bubble tea shop, Tea Room)
Mr.Bones15 for 15% off

Real World Mini ( Mini Blender)
MRBONES for 10% off

Ormkraft Rotary cutters and mats
BONES10 for 10% off 

Fifi Joy The Dutchesses Closet, so many tiny pieces were still working on it
MRBONES for 20% off!

Some notions we talked about:
https://ormkraft.com/

https://feralnotions.com/en-ca

https://www.stitchsupplyco.com/products/quilt-binding-spool?srsltid=AfmBOooVdZj9V5_-VIh21SP362ovFLsEpfCa_DIJUvDAZV9sj48xQyIN

Here's a link to FIGO fabrics if you are a store and you want to bring in some new stock! https://www.figofabrics.com/contact-us.aspx

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My guest today is Karen Kay Buckley! She is a multiple award-winning quilter whose work is instantly recognizable. And part of the reason for that is that she’s been featured on the covers of 18 magazines! And when I say multiple award-winning we are talking about a dozen Best of Show Awards! She is known for the strong visual impact of her medallion quilts and her brilliant use of colour. She’s had prestigious acquisitions of her quilts by the National Quilt Museum in Paducah and even by a Senator’s wife in the US Capitol!

I was so thrilled to land an interview with this icon in the quilting industry that we chatted for over 3 hours. You are going to love her candid talk about standing up for yourself and valuing your work! Karen was voted Teacher of the Year in 1997 by Professional Quilter Magazine and I'm delighted to share her story with you.

Find the Karen Kay Buckley gallery online at https://www.karenkaybuckley.com/

Want to travel with Brandy?
2025 FESTIVAL OF QUILTS Birmingham!!! This 14-day tour of Wales and England takes in the rich textile history and breathtaking cultural landmarks. Tour England & Wales ending at the Festival of Quilts. Call Judy at 1-877-235-3767 or go to  https://opulentquiltjourneys.com/destinations/britain/item/birmingham-festival-of-quilts-tour-with-brandy

2026 JAPAN CRUISE!!! Watergirl Quilt Co and the Quilter on Fire have teamed up to sail the seas on the Celebrity Millennium. Sail with us on a JAPAN CRUISE in 2026! Registration is OPEN and this cruise is already 50% sold! SIGN UP TODAY!
https://gravitate.travel/stitch-sail-japan-with-quilter-on-fire-and-watergirl-quilt-co/

Quilter on Fire Website - https://quilteronfire.com/
OLISO IRONS - Host of the Quilter on Fire Podcast Lounge each year at QuiltCon!
BUY YOUR OWN OLISO MINI PROJECT IRON RIGHT HERE
Square One Textile Art Workshop
Link to Brandy’s email list
Kristy’s Quilt Picture Book
Quilter on Fire Patterns
Free Quilter on Fire Holiday Table Runner VIDEO 

Support the show

Support the show

Thank you for listening to the Quilter on Fire Podcast.

My guest today is Chris English. He makes heirloom quality quilts from a variety of fabrics using old clothes and giving fabric a new lease on life. I first saw his quilts at the Festival of Quilts in Birmingham two years ago and I loved every stitch, the use of colour, and every title of his message driven quilts. He studied textile design at university and has become a quiltmaker with a passion.

Find Chris English on Instagram @afullenglish

Want to travel with Brandy?

2025 FESTIVAL OF QUILTS Birmingham!!! This 14-day tour of Wales and England takes in the rich textile history and breathtaking cultural landmarks. Tour England & Wales ending at the Festival of Quilts. Call Judy at 1-877-235-3767 or go to  https://opulentquiltjourneys.com/destinations/britain/item/birmingham-festival-of-quilts-tour-with-brandy

2026 JAPAN CRUISE!!! Watergirl Quilt Co and the Quilter on Fire have teamed up to sail the seas on the Celebrity Millennium. Sail with us on a JAPAN CRUISE in 2026! Registration is OPEN and this cruise is already 50% sold! SIGN UP TODAY!
https://gravitate.travel/stitch-sail-japan-with-quilter-on-fire-and-watergirl-quilt-co/

Quilter on Fire Website - https://quilteronfire.com/
OLISO IRONS - Host of the Quilter on Fire Podcast Lounge each year at QuiltCon!
BUY YOUR OWN OLISO MINI PROJECT IRON RIGHT HERE
Square One Textile Art Workshop
Link to Brandy’s email list
Kristy’s Quilt Picture Book
Quilter on Fire Patterns
Free Quilter on Fire Holiday Table Runner VIDEO 

Support the show

Support the show

Thank you for listening to the Quilter on Fire Podcast.

My guest today is Radha Weaver. She has such a fun online presence focussed on sustainable, zero waste quilting tips, how to learn upcycling, and how to quilt your jeans! Her website is Sewing Through Fog and she has some great patterns and workshops on her website to get you moving towards a sustainable quilting practice. And you don’t have to ditch everything you are doing! You can start one step at a time...

Find Radha on Instagram @sewingthroughfog

Want to travel with Brandy?

2025 FESTIVAL OF QUILTS Birmingham!!! This 14-day tour of Wales and England takes in the rich textile history and breathtaking cultural landmarks. Tour England & Wales ending at the Festival of Quilts. Call Judy at 1-877-235-3767 or go to  https://opulentquiltjourneys.com/destinations/britain/item/birmingham-festival-of-quilts-tour-with-brandy

2026 JAPAN CRUISE!!! Watergirl Quilt Co and the Quilter on Fire have teamed up to sail the seas on the Celebrity Millennium. Sail with us on a JAPAN CRUISE in 2026! Registration is OPEN and this cruise is already 50% sold! SIGN UP TODAY!
https://gravitate.travel/stitch-sail-japan-with-quilter-on-fire-and-watergirl-quilt-co/

Quilter on Fire Website - https://quilteronfire.com/
OLISO IRONS - Host of the Quilter on Fire Podcast Lounge each year at QuiltCon!
BUY YOUR OWN OLISO MINI PROJECT IRON RIGHT HERE
Square One Textile Art Workshop
Link to Brandy’s email list
Kristy’s Quilt Picture Book
Quilter on Fire Patterns
Free Quilter on Fire Holiday Table Runner VIDEO 

Support the show

Support the show

Thank you for listening to the Quilter on Fire Podcast.

At 14 years old Genesis Hall is already an award-winning quilter and sewist. She began sewing at 10 years old and has grown with her skillset in leaps and bounds. In just a few short years, Genesis has been invited to special events such as H+H Americas a trade show where she was showcased as the inaugural Nex Gen exhibitor and ALSO, this year one of her quilts at Quilt Con 2024 was purchased by the International Quilt Museum.  When Genesis isn’t quilting, she enjoys playing the banjo, piano and golf.

Find Genesis on Instagram @gennyfromthequiltblock

Want to travel with Brandy?

2025 FESTIVAL OF QUILTS Birmingham!!! This 14-day tour of Wales and England takes in the rich textile history and breathtaking cultural landmarks. Tour England & Wales ending at the Festival of Quilts. Call Judy at 1-877-235-3767 or go to  https://opulentquiltjourneys.com/destinations/britain/item/birmingham-festival-of-quilts-tour-with-brandy

2026 JAPAN CRUISE!!! Watergirl Quilt Co and the Quilter on Fire have teamed up to sail the seas on the Celebrity Millennium. Sail with us on a JAPAN CRUISE in 2026! Registration is OPEN and this cruise is already 50% sold! SIGN UP TODAY! 
https://gravitate.travel/stitch-sail-japan-with-quilter-on-fire-and-watergirl-quilt-co/

Quilter on Fire Website - https://quilteronfire.com/
OLISO IRONS - Host of the Quilter on Fire Podcast Lounge each year at QuiltCon!
BUY YOUR OWN OLISO MINI PROJECT IRON RIGHT HERE
Square One Textile Art Workshop
Link to Brandy’s email list
Kristy’s Quilt Picture Book
Quilter on Fire Patterns
Free Quilter on Fire Holiday Table Runner VIDEO 

Support the show

Thank you for listening to the Quilter on Fire Podcast.

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Thank you for listening to the Quilter on Fire Podcast.

My guest today is Jen Kingwell. She is an accomplished quilt pattern and fabric designer and quiltmaker from Australia who has travelled the world to teach and speak, sharing her passion for what she loves most. She draws inspiration from her travel adventures and the natural beauty of her surroundings in her homeland.

Jen is known for creating quilts with intricate patterns, vibrant colors, and playful designs. Hand stitching is her passion and sharing the knowledge and techniques of this age old, mindful craft brings her great joy.

Her work has been featured in popular magazines an exhibited in shows around the world and she has also won a very prestigious quilting award, so we’ll talk about THAT and so much more in today’s episode!

Find Jen's full website here: Amitie Textiles
Find Jen on Instagram @jenkingwell

BIG NEWS!!! Watergirl Quilt Co and the Quilter on Fire have teamed up to sail the seas on the Celebrity Millennium. Sail with us on a JAPAN CRUISE in 2026! 

Registration is now OPEN! The first 16 people are eligible for the VIP package of goodies worth over $175 dollars. SIGN UP TODAY! 

https://gravitate.travel/stitch-sail-japan-with-quilter-on-fire-and-watergirl-quilt-co/

Quilter on Fire Website - https://quilteronfire.com/
OLISO IRONS - Host of the Quilter on Fire Podcast Lounge each year at QuiltCon!
BUY YOUR OWN OLISO MINI PROJECT IRON RIGHT HERE
Square One Textile Art Workshop
Link to Brandy’s email list
Kristy’s Quilt Picture Book
Quilter on Fire Patterns
Free Quilter on Fire Holiday Table Runner VIDEO 

Support the show

Thank you for listening to the Quilter on Fire Podcast.

My guest today is Scott Murkin, M.D. He is a hospice physician from North Carolina. He designs original quilts for the bed and wall. Scott exhibits
nationally and internationally, has his textile artworks in prestigious public and private collections and has had his quilts appear in numerous publications.
Scott is an NACQJ Certified Quilt Judge who has judged throughout the USA, including AQS, NQA, QuiltCon and the International QuiltAssociation.

Find Scott on Instagram @quiltdoc16

BIG NEWS!!! Watergirl Quilt Co and the Quilter on Fire have teamed up to sail the seas on the Celebrity Millennium. Sail with us on a JAPAN CRUISE in 2026! 

Registration is now OPEN! The first 16 people are eligible for the VIP package of goodies worth over $175 dollars. SIGN UP TODAY! 

https://gravitate.travel/stitch-sail-japan-with-quilter-on-fire-and-watergirl-quilt-co/

Quilter on Fire Website - https://quilteronfire.com/
OLISO IRONS - Host of the Quilter on Fire Podcast Lounge each year at QuiltCon!
BUY YOUR OWN OLISO MINI PROJECT IRON RIGHT HERE
Square One Textile Art Workshop
Link to Brandy’s email list
Kristy’s Quilt Picture Book
Quilter on Fire Patterns
Free Quilter on Fire Holiday Table Runner VIDEO 

Support the show

Thank you for listening to the Quilter on Fire Podcast.