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Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing

Nicole Gilbert•nicolegilbertquilts.com
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Each Wednesday join me as I share the ins and outs of that quilt life. If you don't have a sewing machine, can bust out a super fly Y seam, or just want to hear about the newest or coolest quilty news, this is the podcast for you

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Episodes

Quilt Panels

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Apr 21, 2021•28 min•Ep. 45

Fussy Cutting

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Apr 07, 2021•29 min•Ep. 43

Sew Alongs

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Mar 31, 2021•31 min•Ep. 42

My Quilty 2021

Welcome to Episode 37 of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast. On today's episode, I'm breaking down my 2021 quilty goal and also giving you some sneak peeks to what I have in store for all of you! If you'd rather read this episode, check out the transcript here . Peace out 2020. Was anyone sad to see that year go? Not me! But I also learned so much and my business grew tenfold, which I am so grateful to each and every one of you! Since it’s a new year lets chat resolutions… a...

Jan 13, 2021•25 min•Ep. 37

3 Skills You Must Have Before You Learn to Quilt

Hey There! Welcome to episode 36 of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast. On this episode of the podcast, we're chatting about the skills you REALLY need before learning to quilt. And I swear, it's not nearly as much as you think! You Can Find me on: Facebook Instagram YouTube...

Dec 23, 2020•27 min•Ep. 36

4 Tips for Choosing Your First Quilting Pattern

Welcome to episode 34 of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast. In today's episode I'm going to give you 4 tips for choosing your first quilting pattern. Tip #1: Choose a quilt pattern that uses squares and rectangles Tip #2: Use bigger pieces on a smaller project Tip #3: Choose a pattern using precuts Tip #4: Take a class If you're interested in listening to my episode where I breakdown the most popular precuts currently on the market, click here . You Can Find me on: Facebook...

Dec 09, 2020•26 min•Ep. 34

My Quilting Studio: Past, Present, and Future

Welcome to Episode 33 of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast. On today's episode I'm giving you a tour of my current quilting studio as well as how I used to quilt in the past. I'm also giving you a sneak peek into the studio of my daydreams! I talk about a lot of different notions and items in this week's episode so I'm just listing out links to everything so you can have a look! June Tailor Get Squared Ruler 6" x 24" Acrylic Ruler Thread Spool Rack Cricu...

Dec 02, 2020•34 min•Ep. 33

5 Great Stocking Stuffers You Can Sew In an Afternoon

Can you believe it's already time for Thanksgiving?! That means gift giving is right around the corner. In episode 26 of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing Podcast I walked you through setting your maker's calendar for your homemade holiday gifts. In that episode, I told you to prepare for burn out and oversights. That's what today's episode is for. In this episode of the podcast, I'm providing you with 5 simple homemade gift ideas that make excellent stocking stuffers and...

Nov 25, 2020•13 min•Ep. 32

Coolest Quilting Notions

Welcome to episode 30 of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast. I will always advocate for streamlining our quilting supplies. If you head back to episode 2 , I go through the essential items and notions you'll need to quilt. But that's not what we're doing here today. Today is all about the cool notions that are not essential but oh so nice to have. Think of this as your starter quilters Christmas list! June Tailer Square Acrylic Ruler-4.5" Creative Grids Stripology Slott...

Nov 04, 2020•28 min•Ep. 30

Finding Your Quilt Pattern Designer Bestie

I get asked all the time where I find the patterns for the quilts that I make. And how do I so consistently find quilt patterns that fit my "theme" or aesthetic when they are from such different designers. And the answer is that I've done the self analysis. I know, I know. That sounds so extra. And no, it's not some deep version of guilty therapy. Instead, I suggest you start where all great art starts. Pinterest. Duh. Just start pinning. I suggest you start a board where you...

Oct 28, 2020•19 min•Ep. 29

Quilt Labels

Quilt labels are often the unsung heroes of the quilt world. They are a great way to leave your mark. I always think about my grandchildren finding one of my quilts and seeing the tag and thinking about what grandma was up to in 2019. I'm sure I'm overly romanticizing the whole thing, but you get the idea. In this episode we talk about embroidery, iron ons, custom made and even how to print your own quilt labels on your home computer. I go over information that you can include on your ...

Oct 21, 2020•22 min•Ep. 28

Planning For Handmade Holiday Gift Giving

Hey there! On today's episode of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast. On today's episode we're chatting about planning for holiday gift giving. 1. Make a list of all the people you'd like to make gifts for. 2. Choose what you would like to gift to each person. 3. Plan a calendar with gifting dates and make sure you start with the biggest project first! 4. Give yourself a parachute and safety net. 5. HAVE FUN. themodernquilterscircle.com/episode-26 You Can Find me on: Fac...

Sep 30, 2020•27 min•Ep. 26

24. Color Theory

This week is all about color theory. I'm breaking down the basics and it's GOOD. We'll go over: What is a tint, tone, and shade The 6 most common color harmonies and of course, why color theory is so important to quilters Did you know I hold a private INTENSIVE masterclass for my Modern Quilters Academy students? To learn about EVERYTHING that's included in your enrollment, check out themodernquilterscircle.com/mqaenroll You Can Find me on: Facebook Instagram YouTube...

Sep 16, 2020•32 min•Ep. 24

23. Fast Track to Quilting Masterclass

This is an extra special episode of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast. I'm sharing an audio copy of my Fast Track to Quilting masterclass. I'm going over my proven Modern Quilters Framework that I've taken my students through so you can see exactly what all the fuss is about. Color theory, fabric, piecing, quilting, binding... We're talking about it ALL. You Can Find me on: Facebook Instagram YouTube...

Sep 09, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 23

21. The Quilting 101 Experience

I am so excited to discuss what I'm up to with The Modern Quilters Circle, The Modern Quilters Academy and Quilting 101 Experience. Doors open for enrollment on September 8, 2020 for the Modern Quilters Academy. Enrollment is open for a limited time, so if you don't want to miss it, click here to get on the waitlist. I'm hosting the FREE 5 day Quilting 101 Experience starting on August 31st, 2020. I will be emailing info about the key stages of the quilting process each morning th...

Aug 26, 2020•14 min•Ep. 21

18. Quilting Fabric 101

Hey Folks! On this episode of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast we're chatting about Quilting fabric. I'm breaking down basic fabric terminology, types of fabrics prints, and chatting yet again about whether or not you should prewash your fabric! You Can Find me on: Facebook Instagram YouTube...

Aug 05, 2020•38 min•Ep. 18

17. Top Quilting Methods and When and Why to Use Each of Them

Hi There! I’m Nicole Gilbert and you’ve joined The Stop Scrolling and Start Sewing Podcast. Are you new to sewing and want to start quilting but have ne idea where to begin? Each Wednesday join me as I share the ins and outs of that quilt life. If you don’t have a sewing machine, have no idea how much fabric you need, or you’re just trying to figure out where the heck to stick that bobbin this is the podcast for you. Hey folks! Welcome to episode 17 of the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast. T...

Jul 29, 2020•26 min•Ep. 17