Crafty Planner Podcast

Sarah Watts / Episode 62

Today's podcast guest is Sarah Watts of Wattsalot. Living in Atlanta, Georgia, Sarah is an illustrator, fabric designer, co-founder of Cotton + Steel, wife and mother to Pennie Pants. During our podcast, we talk about fabric hoarding, her path as an illustrator, the latest collaboration with Anna Bond and so much more. I hope you love the episode!

Podcast music by Mekanism Sound.

Special thanks to Cotton + Steel, Fat Quarter Shop and Sewtopia for sponsoring this episode. 

For more information about this episode (including show notes), please check out my website craftyplanner.com.

Amy Gibson / Mighty Lucky May Edition

As part of my series for the Mighty Lucky Quilting Club, today's podcast guest is Amy Gibson of Stitchery Dickory Dock. Amy is an author, quilting teacher, pattern designer, host of Craftsy's 2012 Block of the Month Club, wife and mother of four. Living in Denver, Colorado, we talk about how her seemingly disparate background experiences led to her success today, how to find your "quilt voice" and the use of contrast to create visually appealing quilts. I hope you enjoy the episode.

This episode is sponsored by Lucky Spool Media and Fat Quarter Shop. 

You can find the show notes at craftyplanner.com/podcast. 

John Q Adams / Episode 59

Today's podcast guest is JQ Adams from Quilt Dad. Living in North Carolina, John is an author, pattern designer, quilter, husband and father of three children. During our podcast, we talk about how he balances a full time career and his quilting, his collaborations, and his thoughts on the quilting community.

Music by Mekanism Sound. 

This episode is sponsored by Creativebug, Fat Quarter Shop and Sewtopia. 

You can find the show notes on my website: craftyplanner.com/podcast.

Jeni Baker of In Color Order / Quilty Box April podcast

Today's podcast guest is Jeni Baker of In Color Order. Jeni is a pattern and fabric designer along with wife and mom to George, the bunny. During our podcast, we talk about her creative journey, why she is no longer designing fabric and her love of color.

Music by Mekanism Sound. 

This episode is sponsored by QuiltyBox (quiltybox.com) 

You can find the show notes on my website (craftyplanner.com)

Alison Glass / Mighty Lucky April Edition

Today's podcast guest is Alison Glass. Living in Virigina, Alison is a wife, mother, author, fabric and pattern designer. During our podcast, we talk about her motto to "live in the new", how she design fabric and why sewing is important to her. I hope you enjoy the episode.

This episode is sponsored by Lucky Spool Media, A Gathering of Stitches retreat and Fat Quarter Shop. 

You can find the show notes here (craftyplanner.com/podcast).

Brandon Mably / Episode 55

Today's podcast guest is Brandon Mably of Kaffe Fassett Studio. Living in London, England, Brandon is a knitwear designer for Rowan Yarns and Vogue Knitting. He also designs fabric for the Kaffe Fassett Collective. During our podcast, we talk about his instinctive use of color, how he never stops learning and his positive and inspiring perspective on life.

This episode is sponsored by Creativebug and Fat Quarter Shop. 

You can hear the show notes at craftyplanner.com/podcast.

*Please note that the previous version omitted ten minutes at the end of the interview. This is the latest version. Thank you!*

Valori Wells / Episode 54

Today's podcast guest is Valori Wells. Living in Sisters, Oregon, Valori is a fabric and pattern designer along with the daughter of Jean Wells. During our podcast, Valori talks about the day to day life of a fabric designer, working with her mother, the challenges of living in the moment when you are self employed and how traveling has changed her perspective. 

*This episode has been labeled explicit due to language.*

This episode is sponsored by Creativebug and Fat Quarter Shop. 

You can find the show notes at craftyplanner.com/podcast.

Violet Craft / Episode 52

Today's podcast guest is Violet Craft (violetcraft.com). Living in Portland, Oregon, Violet is a wife, mother, fabric and pattern designer. During our podcast, we talk about growing up with crafty grandparents, the inspiration behind her fabric and pattern collections and the importance of doing what you love.

Music by Mekanism Sound. 

This episode is sponsored by Creativebug, Fat Quarter Shop and Sewtopia. 

You can find the show notes at craftyplanner.com/podcast.

Rossie Hutchinson- Mighty Lucky March Edition

As part of my continuing series of the Mighty Lucky Quilting Club, today's guest is Rossie Hutchinson. Living outside Ann Arbor, Michigan, Rossie is an improv quilter, wife and mother to many animals. For this month, she is teaching "One Wrong Color" about using color in your work. During our podcast, we talk about crafts of self sufficiency, love of color and the importance of credit and respect in the community.

This episode is sponsored by Lucky Spool Media (luckyspool.com), Fat Quarter Shop (fatquartershop.com) and Sewtopia (gosewtopia.com) 

Music by Mekanism Sound. 

You can find show notes on my website (craftyplanner.com)

Drew Steinbrecher / Episode 49

Today's podcast guest is Drew Steinbrecher. Living in Cincinnati, Ohio, he is a graphic designer, knitter and quilter. During our conversation, we talk about his crafty history, the inclusion of his Letting Go quilt in Sherri Lynn Wood's Improv Handbook for Modern Quilters and what he is working on now.

Music by Mekanism Sound. 

This episode is sponsored by Creativebug, the Precut Store and Sewtopia. 

You can find the show notes at craftyplanner.com/podcast.

Season Evans - Mighty Lucky February Edition

As part of my ongoing series with the designers of the Mighty Lucky Quilting Club, today's guest is Season Evans. She will be teaching this month's lesson on minimal improv quilting. We talk about how she fell in love with quilting, her favorite fabrics and how she designs her quilts. 

This episode is sponsored by Lucky Spool Media (luckyspool.com) and Fat Quarter Shop (fatquartershop.com). 

Music by Mekanism Sound. 

You can find show notes on my website (craftyplanner.com)

Frank Palmer / Episode 45

Today's podcast guest is Frank Palmer of Full Frontal Quilt and Dyeworks. Living in Florida, Frank owns a long arm quilting business creating unique and fun quilts. During our conversation, we talk about how each quilt tells him how they want to be quilted, the importance of fulfillment in your work and his thoughts on the recent discussions about men in the quilting industry. As a warning, there are cuss words so I have labeled the episode as explicity.

This episode is sponsored by Bill Volckening (willywonkyquilts.blogspot.com), Sewtopia (gosewtopia.com) and Fat Quarter Shop (fatquartershop.com). 

Music by Mekanism Sound. 

You can find the show notes here (craftyplanner.com/podcast).

Kathy Doughty / Episode 44

Today's podcast guest is Kathy Doughty of Material Obsession. Living in Australia, Kathy is a quilt store owner, fabric and quilt designer, teacher, wife and mother. Well known for her love of color and modern interpretations of traditional quilts, Kathy and I talk about the promise of joy with each new project, her fabric crusade for the love of brown, how she shares the permission to be "you" and so much more. 

This episode is sponsored by Sewtopia (gosewtopia.com), Fat Quarter Shop (fatquartershop.com) and Free Spirit Fabric  (freespiritfabric.com)

Music by Mekanism Sound. 

You can find the show notes here (craftyplanner.com).

Cristy Fincher / Episode 43

Today's podcast guest is Cristy Fincher of Purple Daisies Quilting. 

She is a quilter, teacher and quilt designer. During the podcast, we talk about being the daughter of master quilter, Sharon Schamber, what skills she recommends for all quilters, and her thoughts on teaching.

This episode is sponsored by Sewtopia (gosewtopia.com) and Fat Quarter Shop (fatquartershop.com/). 

Music by Mekanism Sound. 

You can find the show notes here (craftyplanner.com/podcast).

Krista Fleckenstein - Mighty Lucky January Edition

Today's podcast is the first in a new series about the Mighty Lucky Quilting Club, founded by Lucky Spool Media. Our first teacher is Krista Fleckenstein of Spotted Stone and author of Beyond Cotton. During our conversation, we talk about how she has always been artistic, her award winning quilts at Quilt Con 2013 and why she is teaching others about the many uses of bias tape.

This episode is sponsored by Sewtopia (gosewtopia.com). 

Music by Mekanism Sound. 

You can find the show notes here (craftyplanner.com/podcast).

Bill Volckening / Episode 41

Today's podcast guest is Bill Volckening. As a self proclaimed "quilt magnet", Bill is a quilt collector, appraiser, author and exhibit curator. During our conversation, we talk about why he started collecting quilts, the beauty of imperfect quilts, his books and what he sees is the next trend in quilting.

This episode is sponsored by Sewtopia (gosewtopia.com) and The Modern Quilt Guild (themodernquiltguild.com/). Music by Mekanism Sound. You can find the show notes here (craftyplanner.com/podcast).

I will be taking two weeks off for the holidays. See you in the New Year!

Gwen Marston / Episode 40

Today's podcast guest is Gwen Marston. During our conversation, we talk about talk about how she learned to hand quilt on a quilt frame, the inspiration she receives from antique and folk art quilts, why she uses solid fabrics and how it feels to make your own quilt designs.

This episode is sponsored by Sewtopia (gosewtopia.com) and The Modern Quilt Guild (themodernquiltguild.com). Music by Mekanism Sound. You can find the show notes here (craftyplanner.com/podcast).

Karen McTavish / Episode 39

Today's podcast guest is Karen McTavish. During our conversation, we talk about her first and only art class, why she bought her long arm machine, the reason her designs are copyright free, the reception she has received in the quilting community and why she feels long arm quilters should charge what they are worth.

This episode is sponsored by Sewtopia (gosewtopia.com). Music by Mekanism Sound. You can find the show notes at craftyplanner.com/podcast.

Anna Maria Horner / Episode 38

Today's podcast guest is Anna Maria Horner. During our conversation, we talk about how her childhood supported her career as an artist, the progress of her career starting out as a boutique fabric store owner to her new space at Craft South, the inner workings of the fabric industry, her advice about living your brand, why she loves recording Creative Bug classes and how she stays true to her brand and artistic vision. 

This episode is sponsored by Sewtopia (gosewtopia.com) and Sew Modern (sewmodern.com). Music by Mekanism Sound. You can find the show notes here (craftyplanner.com/podcast).

Zak Foster / Episode 36

Today's podcast guest is Zak Foster. As a teacher, quilter and long arm quilter, we talk about how the Gee's Bend quilters influenced his decision to create quilts, the beauty of imperfect quilts, the effect of living in New York on his creative process and the process he went through for his Kickstarter campaign.

This episode is sponsored by Sewtopia. 

Introduction music by Mekanism Sound. 

You can find show notes for this episode here. 

Mandy Leins / Episode 35

Today's podcast guest is Mandy Leins. As a teacher, award-winning long arm quilter, pattern designer and author, we talk about craft versus art, her theory about the "quilt police" and how quilts can help you move through difficult times and tell your own story. 

This episode is sponsored by Sewtopia. 

Introduction music by Mekanism Sound. 

You can find show notes for this episode here. 

Tula Pink / Episode 34

For today's podcast, I chat with Tula Pink. She is a fabric and quilt designer, illustrator, author and overall fun person. We talk about growing up in Los Angeles, how her work embodies all of her skills, a message she has for her "Tula Troops" and her thoughts on out of print fabrics. I hope you enjoy the conversation!

For show notes, please check out this post.  My introduction music is by the Beastie Boys. 

Susanne Woods / Episode 33

Today's podcast guest is Susanne Woods of Lucky Spool Media.  During our chat, we talk about how Lucky Spool produces each of their books, her perspective about the future of illustrated books, how she balances life and work and her latest project, Mighty Lucky.

For show notes, please check out this post.  My introduction music is by the Beastie Boys. 

If you want to donate to the podcast, you can find the details here. Thank you! 

Karlee Porter / Episode 32

Today's podcast guest is Karlee Porter. During our conversation, we talk about how her run-ins with the "Quilt Police", how lucky she feels to find her passion early in life and the importance of putting the time into your craft. Her energy excites me and pushes me to just keep sewing! I hope you will love the conversation.

For show notes, please check out this post.  My introduction music is by the Beastie Boys. 

If you want to donate to the podcast, you can find the details here. Thank you! 

Craft Industry Alliance / Episode 31

For today's podcast, I talk with Abby Glassenberg (while she naps) and Kristin Link (Sew Mama Sew) about their new collaboration, Craft Industry Alliance. We talk about how they came up with the idea for the organization, what they want to provide their members and why this is important to them both personally and professionally. This is not a sponsored post. I was curious about their trade organization and wanted to learn more. Even if you are not interested in joining, the discussion about their values and industry perspective is interesting and refreshing. 

For show notes, please check out this post.  My introduction music is by the Beastie Boys. 

If you want to donate to the podcast, you can find the details here. Thank you! 

Lizzy House / Episode 30

Today's podcast guest is Lizzy House. We talk about the perceived differences between artists and makers, societal expectations of women, the inspiration between her mystery and meadow quilts and so much more. This thought provoking conversation is one of the reasons I started the podcast. I hope you enjoy the conversation. 

For show notes, please check out this post.  My introduction music is by the Beastie Boys. 

If you want to donate to the podcast, you can find the details here. Thank you! 

Amy Sinibaldi / Episode 29

Today's podcast guest is Amy Sinibaldi from nanacompany. We talk about her creative journey starting out as an etsy store owner to today, why she still loves blogging and how she balances her work and life with four children.

For show notes, please check out this post.  My introduction music is by the Beastie Boys. 

If you want to donate to the podcast, you can find the details here. 

I hope you enjoy the episode!

Denyse Schmidt / Episode 27

Today's podcast guest is Denyse Schmidt. We talk about how vintage fabrics influence her design process, her approach to teaching improv sewing and the connection between the past, being present one moment at a time and her work. 

For show notes, please check out this post.  My introduction music is by the Beastie Boys. 

If you want to donate to the podcast, you can find the details here. Thank you! 

Ben Venom

Today's podcast guest is Ben Venom. We talk about how a Gee's Bend exhibit at the de Young museum influenced his current work in textiles, how he chooses his quilt designs and upcycled materials along with his perspective being an artist exploring different mediums.

For more information, please check out my website, Crafty Planner. Music by the Beastie Boys

Christina Cameli of A Few Scraps

Today's podcast guest is Christina Cameli of A Few Scraps. We talk about how her grandmother introduced her to quilting and continues to influence her work, her quilt design process and why her dual professions as a midwife and quilter are a reflection of her values. 

For more information, please check out this post.  Music by the Beastie Boys. 

Becca Bryan of Bryan House Quilts

In episode #15, I chat with Becca Bryan of Bryan House Quilts. We talked about how a dream inspired her to write Modern Rainbow, how she designs quilts and her favorite sewing treats.  

For more information, please check out this post.  Music by the Beastie Boys. 

Mary Fons

In Episode 13, I chat with Mary Fons. We talk about the "soul" of quilts, "activism through consumerism", why she left Quilty and what she is working on now. 

For more information, please check out this post.  Music by the Beastie Boys. 

Vanessa Wilson of Crafty Gemini

In Episode 12, I chat with Vanessa Wilson of Crafty Gemini, This is a "no holds barred" episode.  We cuss (hence the explicit rating) and talk about her childhood in New York and brief stay in the Dominican Republic. She describes about how she and her husband have been treated in quilting stores and her worse youtube comment received to date.  You might want to listen all the way until the end to hear about her newest adventure.

For more information, please check out this post.  Music by the Beastie Boys. 

Latifah Saafir

In Episode 10, I chat with Latifah Saafir about the founding of the Modern Quilt Guild, how quilts are judged at Quilt Con, and her experiences as an African American woman in this industry and society overall.  For more information and show notes, please check out this post.  Music by Beastie Boys. 

Paul Hallinger of Evil Demon Devil Dog

In Episode 9, I talk with Paul Hallinger from Evil Demon Devil Dog about his creative journey, his "real life" job, and sewing for others.  For more information and show notes, please check out this post.  Music by Beastie Boys. 

Katrina Hertzer

In Episode 8, I talk with Katrina Hertzer about her experience growing up next to a reservation, how she infuses her Navajo culture into her work and how she builds and celebrates community.  For more information and show notes, please check out this post.  Music by Beastie Boys. 

Chawne of Cauchy Complete

Welcome to Episode 6 of the Crafty Planner podcast.  My guest is Chawne of Cauchy Complete. We talk about where she sews, her quilts at Quilt Con and diversity in the community. For more information and show notes, please check out this post.  

April Rhodes

Welcome to Episode 3 of the Crafty Planner podcast.  My guest is April Rhodes. We talk about the explosion of her Staple Dress on the garment sewing scene, the inspiration behind her two fabric lines and how our husbands play a role in our creative process.  For more information and show notes, please check out this post.