This episode is a little different than the usual! Amanda does chat with Vicki Francis, and the focus of their conversation is Quilt Show judging. Amanda also shares her perspective on what it was like to be in the judging room, scribing for the NACQJ judges. Vicki is the 2023 Vice President of the Boise Basin Quilters guild. She was formerly a teacher, and now repairs and quilts vintage quilt tops. She is also working toward her international quilt judging certification. If the thought of entering your quilts in a quilt show makes you cringe, this episode will hopefully ease some of the cringiness for you!  Want to see more? You can find it here: MERCH!!!! : nygqs.printify.me Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker and early access to episodes! Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow YouTube: www.youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshowEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Want to be on the show? Send us a message!

Let's Talk Quilt Shows! - Ep. 82

A slightly chaotic podcast about all things quilting. Join Amanda as she discusses the ups and downs of quilting, interviews famous and not-so-famous quilters, and navigates life as a modern millennial maker. Trust us, this is not your granny’s quilt show. 

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Matthew Boudreaux is a sewist, crafter, teacher, speaker, designer, advocate, firm anti-racist, LGBTQIA+, and (best of all) Helena’s dad, and is probably better known as Mx. Domestic. They have taken us on their journey as they navigate what it means to be a queer, neurodivergent voice and advocate in the quilting space. Matthew's goal is to create a truly inclusive space for all makers to enjoy. As they have grown and learned about themselves, they have been vulnerable in sharing the often scary road to finding self-love. Matthew has so many new things coming up to share with the quilting world, so keep an eye on their socials! Please enjoy! Find Mx. Domestic here! Website: https://mxdomestic.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mx.domestic/  This episode is sponsored by SmartLabels! Go check them out! https://www.qrsmartlabels.com/  Want to see more? You can find it here:  Amanda is taking Karlee Porter's Graffiti Quilting masterclass! Take it with her and when you sign up for the class, use code NYGQS25 to get a $25 discount on your tuition! www.karleeporter.com Show Merch: nygqs.printify.me  Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker and early access to episodes!  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshow  Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop  Want to be on the show? Send us a message!

Meet Matthew Boudreaux, Mx. Domestic! - Ep. 111

Amy Freyn is a queer longarm quilter living in Quito, Ecuador. A university professor by day- but quilts (or thinks about quilting) in all of her free time. In this episode Amy shares how she got from the Midwest of the United States all the way to Quito, Ecuador. Amy's life as a professor just keeps getting better as she continues to add patchwork and quilting into the university curriculum as well as LGTBQ Lit studies classes. Amy is living her best life at the equator, finding creative ways to move quilts to and from the US as well as acquiring more machines to master. Amy is bringing quilting to the university setting so that her students can learn another medium of art and expression by sharing her passion. Amy also quilts in collaboration with Dee of Pixel Quilts to create beautiful works of art. Please go look at her work while you listen, and please enjoy this episode! Find Amy here! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quitoquilts/  This episode is sponsored by SmartLabels! Go check them out! https://www.qrsmartlabels.com/  Want to see more? You can find it here:  Amanda is taking Karlee Porter's Graffiti Quilting masterclass! Take it with her and when you sign up for the class, use code NYGQS25 to get a $25 discount on your tuition! www.karleeporter.comShow Merch: nygqs.printify.me  Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker and early access to episodes!  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshow  Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop  Want to be on the show? Send us a message!

Meet Amy Freyn of Quito Quilts! - Ep. 110

Kate Brown is the creative force behind Kate Brown Quilts where she publishes modern quilt patterns and tutorials. She focuses on using techniques that don’t require precision but deliver precise results, and values making quilting fun, accessible, and engaging for a variety of skill levels. Introduced to quilting in her 20s, Kate fell in love with foundation paper piecing (FPP) and its endless possibilities. Not all of her patterns use FPP, but many do. Beyond design, Kate loves connecting with fellow quilters, sharing experiences, and exploring new techniques together, making quilting not just a craft but an energizing blend of community and art. She started Quilt Quest 2024 with the idea of inspiring makers to get projects done and bring some new energy to her community. Go check out Kate's easy-to-make patterns and get the details about Quilt Quest so you can join in the fun! Find Kate and Quilt Quest 2024 here! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katebrownquilts/ Website: https://www.katebrownquilts.com/pages/landing This episode is sponsored by SmartLabels! Go check them out! https://www.qrsmartlabels.com/ Want to see more? You can find it here:  Amanda is taking Karlee Porter's Graffiti Quilting masterclass! Take it with her and when you sign up for the class, use code NYGQS25 to get a $25 discount on your tuition! www.karleeporter.comShow Merch: nygqs.printify.me  Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker and early access to episodes!  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshow  Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop  Want to be on the show? Send us a message!

Meet Kate Brown of Kate Brown Quilts! - Ep. 109

Mayre Perez is a Maker, Modern Quilter and a lover of crafting one-of-a-kind heirloom pieces. Mayre began sewing during the pandemic lockdown. Her love of baking for her colleagues was rudely interrupted, so she needed a new hobby! Mayre and her mom took on quilting together and her love for fabric and making beautiful, functional items blossomed. With a job change and sewing experience under her belt, Mayre opened her online shop in October of 2022. Her array of bags and quilted items show off a modern aesthetic. Mayre makes beautiful heirloom quality items that make great gifts for everyone you know...and for yourself too! Head to Mayre's shop to check out her amazing inventory and shop while you listen!  Find Mayre here! website: https://handmadebymayre.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/handmadegoodsbymayre/  Want to see more? You can find it here:  Amanda is taking Karlee Porter's Graffiti Quilting masterclass! Take it with her and when you sign up for the class, use code NYGQS25 to get a $25 discount on your tuition! Show Merch: nygqs.printify.me  Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker and early access to episodes!  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshowhttps://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshow  Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop  Want to be on the show? Send us a message!

Meet Mayre Perez of Handmade Goods by Mayre! - Ep. 108

Beth Gude (said like "goody") is the infectiously fun and friendly quilter behind Gude Goods. She started quilting about 5 years ago and loves to long-arm all the quilts. Her business is just about to turn 2 years old, and you would never know she hasn't been doing this for a million years. She expresses her love for the quilting community through her long arming. Beth is also an affiliate for Sticky Rollers, Cotton Cuts, GEDesign, and Karlee Porter! Beth is a mom of four young children, so finding balance in running a business while caring for her family can be hard. But with her supportive family, she is able to make a lot of quilty dreams come true! Beth and Amanda are teaming up with Karlee Porter to create a scholarship fund for someone to have the opportunity to take Karlee's Graffiti Quilting class this coming September (2024). So, if you are able to take the class, and sign up using either Beth's code, or Amanda's code, all proceeds will be used to help someone participate that otherwise wouldn't be able to! Find Beth Here! website: https://gudegoods.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gudegoods/  Want to see more? You can find it here:  Amanda is taking Karlee Porter's Graffiti Quilting masterclass! Take it with her and when you sign up for the class, use code NYGQS25 to get a $25 discount on your tuition! All proceeds from using Amanda's code will be used in a scholarship to provide someone else the opportunity to also take the class!Show Merch: nygqs.printify.me  Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker and early access to episodes!  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshow  Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop  Want to be on the show? Send us a message!

Let's Talk Quilt Shows! - Ep. 82

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