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Ever wonder what’s really going through a quilter’s mind mid-project? 😅 Spoiler alert: It’s snacks, spirals of creativity, misplaced rotary cutters, and the occasional “oops, that block is upside down.” In today’s episode, I take you behind the seams 🧵 with a real-time thought log as I work through a gorgeous precut quilt kit from Fabric Hut. It’s honest, it’s chaotic, it’s totally judgment-free quilting fun. 🌟 This quilt kit was SO dreamy to work with—precut pieces, easy instructions, and a beautiful finish. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned star stitcher, you’ll love how simple and satisfying this project is! 👉🏼 Grab the same quilt kit (with my special discount link): https://shorturl.at/MLVvc ✂️ The BEST Titanium-Coated Blades: https://shorturl.at/Q9g9C 👉🏼 More Quilt Kits to Shop From: https://shorturl.at/G4o2N 🤑 EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT CODE: iseestarsquilting - 10% off any purchase from The Fabric Hut Store 💬 Stay Connected & Inspired: 🌈 Join the Stitch Sister Inner Circle: https://stitch.academy/stitchsister 🧵 Need Help Finishing a Quilt? Instant Quote: https://stitch.academy/longarm-quilting 📚 Free Printable: https://stitch.academy/quilt-care-101 🛍️ Quilt Binding Workshop: https://stitch.academy/QuiltBinding101 ☕ Buy Me a Coffee: http://buymeacoffee.com/starsquilting 🔴 YouTube Membership Perks: https://shorturl.at/P6N2f 🌐 Website: https://ISeeStarsQuilting.com 📌 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ISeeStarsQuilting 📌 DISCLAIMER: Some links may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting I See Stars Quilting! 00:00 - What’s Really in a Quilter’s Brain? 00:30 - Meet the Quilt Kit (Thank you Fabric Hut!) 01:00 - Precut Fabric = Life Saver 02:00 - Chaos, Confidence & Coffee Breaks 03:30 - Pressing, Freestyling & Inner Debates 05:00 - The Stitch Zone & Perfectionism Pressure 06:30 - Seam Ripper Moments (We've All Been There) 08:00 - Final Assembly & Binding Joy 09:00 - Quilting = Therapy 09:45 - Weirdest Quilting Thoughts? Tell Me Yours! 10:30 - Subscribe & Join the Star Stitcher Fam ✨ #quiltingforbeginners #quiltingcommunity #stitchsisters #quiltkitreview #quiltingtherapy #quiltlife #modernquilting #quiltwithme
What Really Goes On In My Head While Quilting 😅 | Quilt Kit Therapy
Ready for some cozy stories? Today I'm answering some fun questions, from my biggest sewing mistakes for beginners to the one quilting tool I'd save from a fire! Let's dive into some thread filled tea and lighthearted cozy chaos. 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE: Join me for a cozy, chaotic, and super fun Q&A where I spill the thread on embarrassing quilting mistakes, favorite tools, fabric obsessions, and the rule I love to break. If you’ve ever cried over a quilt or fought with your bobbin, you’re in good company. 💡 EPISODE TAKEAWAYS: The #1 mistake that still makes me cringe (and how I recovered) Why I don’t pre-wash my fabric (hot take alert!) A heartfelt story behind a memorial quilt that brought me to tears My favorite comfort quilt blocks when I need to sew the stress away Rules I love breaking in the quilting world (hello, unmatched points) 💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: What’s one quilting mistake you’ve made that turned into a happy accident? 🧵 JOIN THE STITCH SISTER INNER CIRCLE: Want more support like this in your quilting journey? Our private community of creative women is waiting for you → https://stitch.academy/stitchsister 📚 RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED: 🧵 Longarm Services & Instant Quote → https://stitch.academy/longarm-quilting 📚 Free Printable: Quilt Care Guide → https://stitch.academy/quilt-care-101 ☕ Buy Me a Tea → http://buymeacoffee.com/starsquilting 🛍️ Shop My Tools & Workshops → https://ISeeStarsQuilting.com 📸 Instagram → http://instagram.com/issq.longarmquilting 📌 Pinterest → https://www.pinterest.com/ISeeStarsQuilting 00:00 Intro 00:22 Cozy Chaos & a Quilty Confession 01:39 What’s Your Most Embarrassing Quilting Mistake? 02:56 Favorite Fabric Designers Right Now 03:44 The Great Pre-Wash Debate 04:48 Hand Quilting vs Machine Quilting 05:18 My Favorite (and Least Favorite) Parts of Quilting 06:47 Quilting Rules I Love to Break 08:03 Comfort Projects When Life Gets Hard 08:59 Yes, I’ve Cried Over a Quilt 09:40 What More Quilters Should Talk About 11:19 Rapid Fire Quilty Q&A – Join In! 13:30 You’re My Kind of Quilter ❤️ 15:00 Join the Stitch Sister Inner Circle 16:13 Final Thoughts & See You Next Week #quiltingpodcast #quiltingconfessions #stitchsisters #quiltlife #quiltingforbeginners 📌 DISCLAIMER: Some links may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting I See Stars Quilting and the Loose Threads & Stitches Podcast!
Would You Still Gift a Quilt with the Blocks Upside Down?
Ever feel like your quilting style keeps changing? From scrappy chaos to soft comfort — you're not alone (and you're not doing it wrong). 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE: Christen opens up about the beautiful, messy evolution of her own quilting journey — and invites you to explore yours too. Whether you're in your solids-only era or your floral maximalist phase, there's space here for you. 💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: What quilting “era” are you in right now — and why? Drop it in the comments below. Let’s make this the coziest comment section on YouTube. 💬🧵 🧵 JOIN THE STITCH SISTER INNER CIRCLE: Want more support like this in your quilting journey? Our private community of creative women is waiting for you → https://stitch.academy/stitchsister 📚 RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED: 🧵 Longarm Services & Instant Quote → https://stitch.academy/longarm-quilting 📚 Free Printable: Quilt Care Guide → https://stitch.academy/quilt-care-101 ☕ Buy Me a Tea → http://buymeacoffee.com/starsquilting 🛍️ Shop My Tools & Workshops → https://ISeeStarsQuilting.com 📸 Instagram → http://instagram.com/issq.longarmquilting 📌 Pinterest → https://www.pinterest.com/ISeeStarsQuilting 00:00 Intro 00:25 What Phase Are You In? 01:45 Christen’s Current “Comfort Core” Era 03:00 From Perfectionist to Scrappy Rainbow 04:45 Quilting Isn’t Linear (and That’s Okay) 06:00 Common Eras We All Go Through 07:30 You’re Not Alone — Every Phase Is Valid 08:35 Join the Inner Circle + Final Thoughts #quiltingpodcast #quiltingjourney #stitchsisters #quiltingforbeginners #creativeconfidence 📌 DISCLAIMER: Some links may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting I See Stars Quilting and the Loose Threads & Stitches Podcast!
Every Quilt Tells a Story — And So Does Every Phase ❤️
Are the “Quilt Police” still patrolling our patchwork in 2025? 🧵 Let’s have a real heart-to-heart about perfectionism, judgment, and staying joyful in our quilting journey. If you've ever been shamed for mismatched points or “doing it wrong,” this video is for YOU. 💕 I’m Christen from I See Stars Quilting, and today we're calling out the critical voices (external and internal) that can steal the fun from our stitches. I share my personal story, give you witty one-liners to shut down negativity, and remind you that you belong—just as you are. 🌟 You don’t need their badge of approval. You're a Star Stitcher! 🌟 👇 SHARE YOUR STORY 👇 Have you ever had a run-in with the Quilt Police or a prickly quilt group? Drop your experience in the comments—I want to laugh, learn, and support you! 🌈 LINKS & RESOURCES 🌈 Join the Stitch Sister Inner Circle: https://stitch.academy/stitchsister 🧵 Need Help Finishing a Quilt? Instant Quote: https://stitch.academy/longarm-quilting ☕ Buy Me a Coffee: http://buymeacoffee.com/starsquilting 🔴 Join My YouTube Membership: https://shorturl.at/P6N2f 📚 Free Printable: https://stitch.academy/quilt-care-101 🛍️ Quilt Binding Workshop: https://stitch.academy/QuiltBinding101 🌐 Website: https://ISeeStarsQuilting.com 📸 Instagram: http://instagram.com/issq.longarmquilting 📌 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ISeeStarsQuilting 📌 DISCLAIMER: Some links may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting I See Stars Quilting! #quiltingtips #quiltingforbeginners #stitchsisters #quiltingcommunity #quiltlife ⏱️ VIDEO CHAPTERS 0:00 – Are We Still Doing This in 2025? 0:18 – Welcome, Star Stitchers! 0:44 – Ever Felt Judged for Your Quilt? 1:20 – Meet the “Quilt Police” 2:00 – Why People Judge in the First Place 2:18 – Punchy Responses for Quilting Criticism 3:00 – Quilt Groups: Cliques & Kindness 4:00 – You Belong in the Quilt Group 5:05 – A Little Grace for the Quilt Police 6:00 – Quilting ≠ Competition 7:20 – The Real Power Move? Kindness 8:15 – A Story I’ll Never Forget 9:31 – Be the Cheerleader Quilter 10:10 – You Don’t Need Their Badge 11:10 – Let’s Build a Kinder Quilt Culture 12:11 – Closing Love & Encouragement
Unleash Your Creativity: Quilting with Joy, Not Perfection!
Do you daydream about sipping tea in a cozy cabin while your dream longarm hums in the background? Let’s finally talk about your quilting bucket list — the big, bold, beautiful dreams that live in your heart (and maybe your Pinterest board). 🎙️IN THIS EPISODE: Christen from I See Stars Quilting invites you to get real about those quilting dreams — from museum-worthy quilts to retreats and sewing rooms straight out of a Hallmark movie. This one’s all about giving yourself permission to dream big. 💡EPISODE TAKEAWAYS: Why dreaming is not the same as planning — and why that’s a good thing A whole cloth quilt fantasy (and a hilariously honest hand-quilting meltdown) Gentle encouragement to name your dream, even if it’s “just” finishing that UFO The kind of quilting retreat that gives you six new BFFs and a half-finished mystery quilt 💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: What’s one big, juicy dream on your quilting bucket list? Share it in the comments so we can all cheer you on! 🧵 ATTEND A QUILTING RETREAT WITH ME!: https://stitch.academy/events 🧵 JOIN THE STITCH SISTER INNER CIRCLE: Want more support like this in your quilting journey? Our private community of creative women is waiting for you → https://stitch.academy/stitchsister 📚 RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED: 🧵 Longarm Services & Instant Quote → https://stitch.academy/longarm-quilting 📚 Free Printable: Quilt Care Guide → https://stitch.academy/quilt-care-101 ☕ Buy Me a Tea → http://buymeacoffee.com/starsquilting 🛍️ Shop My Tools & Workshops → https://ISeeStarsQuilting.com 📸 Instagram → http://instagram.com/issq.longarmquilting 📌 Pinterest → https://www.pinterest.com/ISeeStarsQuilting #quiltingpodcast #quiltingforbeginners #stitchsisters #quiltbucketlist #creativeconfidence 📌 CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro 00:48 The Bucket List Begins (and It’s Longer Than a Bolt of Fabric) 02:10 Dream Sewing Rooms & Hallmark Movie Fantasies 03:40 The Quilt I’m Too Scared to Start (But Still Want to Make) 06:00 Big Quilty Dreams: Techniques, Dyeing Fabric, Improv & More 07:00 Retreats, QuiltCon & Why They Matter 09:00 Giving Yourself Permission to Dream 11:00 What’s on *Your* Bucket List? Let’s Gush Together 12:00 Final Pep Talk + Stitch Sister Invitation
What’s Really on Your Quilting Bucket List? (It’s OK to Dream Big!) 🤔❤️
Hey Quilters! 🧵 Ready for a jaw-dropping block that looks super intricate—but is secretly beginner-friendly? 🙌 In this video, I’m showing you how to piece the Chicago Geese quilt block—step by step—with scraps, layouts, and all the sparkle ✨ This isn’t my original pattern, but I’ll walk you through exactly how it’s constructed. And yes—I'll link you to the full pattern so you can follow along with the exact measurements! 🧵Full Quilt Pattern: https://www.sharonhollanddesigns.com/store/chicago-geese-quilt-pdf 🧵FREE 12" Requirements for Chicago Geese Quilt Block: https://fabric406.com/blogs/fabric406-blog/free-tutorial-for-the-easy-chicago-geese-quilt-block 👀 Here's what you'll learn: How to build the Chicago Geese block (from scraps or planned prints) Log cabin-style sewing tips Multiple quilt layout variations to make this block truly yours How color placement completely changes the vibe 🎨 Whether you’re planning a modern quilt, something more Americana, or bright neons for a wild look—this block is a canvas of creative possibilities. 👇 Grab the pattern & resources below! 🧵Full Quilt Pattern: https://www.sharonhollanddesigns.com/store/chicago-geese-quilt-pdf 🧵FREE 12" Requirements for Chicago Geese Quilt Block: https://fabric406.com/blogs/fabric406-blog/free-tutorial-for-the-easy-chicago-geese-quilt-block 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: 🧵 My favorite place to shop for quilt kits: https://shorturl.at/BsuPs 🌈 Join the Stitch Sister Inner Circle: https://stitch.academy/stitchsister 🧵 Need Help Finishing a Quilt? Instant Quote: https://stitch.academy/longarm-quilting ☕ Buy Me a Coffee: http://buymeacoffee.com/starsquilting 🔴 Join My YouTube Membership: https://shorturl.at/P6N2f 🛍️ Quilt Binding Workshop: https://stitch.academy/QuiltBinding101 🌐 Website: https://ISeeStarsQuilting.com 📸 Instagram: http://instagram.com/issq.longarmquilting 📌 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ISeeStarsQuilting 🧩 Chapters: 0:00 - Intro + Chicago Geese Reveal 0:39 - Why This Quilt Pattern is So Magical 1:05 - Tools & Fabric You’ll Need 2:14 - Step 1: Half Square Triangle Base 3:00 - Step 2: Faux Log Cabin Construction 5:00 - Stitching Tips You Need to Know 6:00 - Pressing + Seam Tricks 7:30 - Layout & Color Customization 9:00 - Visual Mockups & Design Ideas 11:00 - How I Laid Out My Quilt 13:00 - Backing, Thread, and Tula Pink Details 15:00 - Final Quilt Reveal + Takeaways 16:45 - Where to Get the Pattern 17:15 - Call to Action + Closing Encouragement #quiltingtips #quiltingforbeginners #stitchsisters #quiltingcommunity #quiltlife
Chicago Geese Quilt Block Tutorial (That Looks WAY Harder Than It Is!)
Ever find yourself pep-talking your Google Calendar just to survive the week? If your to-do list is full but your soul feels frayed, this episode is your deep breath. 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE: This one's for the quilters who are quietly doing too much. Christen opens up about the emotional cost of overcommitting — and the small, grace-filled shifts that help her feel more like herself again. 💡 EPISODE TAKEAWAYS: Why burnout doesn’t always look like chaos A gentle mindset shift for overwhelmed creatives How to reconnect with quilting as a joy, not a checklist Tips to reclaim quiet (without quitting everything) A powerful self-reflection question every people-pleaser needs 💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: What’s one thing you can let go of this week — for your own peace? 🧵 JOIN THE STITCH SISTER INNER CIRCLE: Need a safe, supportive space to reset and reconnect? The Stitch Sister Inner Circle is here for you → https://stitch.academy/stitchsister 📚 RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED: 🧵 Longarm Services & Instant Quote → https://stitch.academy/longarm-quilting ☕ Buy Me a Tea → http://buymeacoffee.com/starsquilting 🛍️ Shop My Tools & Workshops → https://ISeeStarsQuilting.com 📸 Instagram → http://instagram.com/issq.longarmquilting 📌 Pinterest → https://www.pinterest.com/ISeeStarsQuilting 📌 CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS:Ever find yourself pep-talking your Google Calendar just to survive the week? If your to-do list is full but your soul feels frayed, this episode is your deep breath. 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE: This one's for the quilters who are quietly doing too much. Christen opens up about the emotional cost of overcommitting — and the small, grace-filled shifts that help her feel more like herself again. 💡 EPISODE TAKEAWAYS: Why burnout doesn’t always look like chaos A gentle mindset shift for overwhelmed creatives How to reconnect with quilting as a joy, not a checklist Tips to reclaim quiet (without quitting everything) A powerful self-reflection question every people-pleaser needs 💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: What’s one thing you can let go of this week — for your own peace? 🧵 JOIN THE STITCH SISTER INNER CIRCLE: Need a safe, supportive space to reset and reconnect? The Stitch Sister Inner Circle is here for you → https://stitch.academy/stitchsister 📚 RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED: 🧵 Longarm Services & Instant Quote → https://stitch.academy/longarm-quilting 📚 Free Printable: Quilt Care Guide → https://stitch.academy/quilt-care-101 ☕ Buy Me a Tea → http://buymeacoffee.com/starsquilting 🛍️ Shop My Tools & Workshops → https://ISeeStarsQuilting.com 📸 Instagram → http://instagram.com/ISeeStarsQuilting 📌 Pinterest → https://www.pinterest.com/ISeeStarsQuilting 🔄 LISTEN TO NEXT: If this felt like a hug, you’ll love: 💬 This one about making time to quilt even with a full plate 📌 CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro – Pep talks with my calendar 01:45 Are you quietly maxed out too? 03:10 When life looks “fine,” but doesn’t feel it 05:00 Quilting should never feel like a chore 06:05 Why people-pleasing leads to burnout 07:30 My quiet fixes: WIP management & mini breaks 09:00 The check-in question I now ask myself 10:20 You deserve rest *before* you hit the wall 10:50 Stitch Sister Inner Circle: a place to just be 11:50 Wrap-up & next episode tease #quiltingpodcast #overwhelmedquilter #stitchsisters #quiltlife #creativeconfidence
You Can Love Your Life... and Still Want a Pause Button
🎉 Not every quilt turns out like the Pinterest photo—and that’s OK! In today’s video, I’m walking you through exactly what to do when your quilt looks “off”—whether the seams are wonky, your points don’t match, or the whole thing just feels… wrong. 😅 I’m Christen from I See Stars Quilting, and I’m here to remind you that perfection isn’t the goal—progress is. 💫 We’ll cover: What to do when your quilt doesn’t match the pattern How to find wins in the mess Creative mistakes vs technical mistakes When to fix it—and when to let it go How to keep growing with confidence! 💬 Tell me in the comments: What’s your biggest “oops” quilt moment? Let’s normalize learning out loud. 🌈 Join the Stitch Sister Inner Circle: https://stitch.academy/stitchsister 🧵 Need Help Finishing a Quilt? Instant Quote: https://stitch.academy/longarm-quilting ☕ Buy Me a Coffee: http://buymeacoffee.com/starsquilting 🛍️ Quilt Binding Workshop: https://stitch.academy/QuiltBinding101 🌐 Website: https://ISeeStarsQuilting.com 📸 Instagram: http://instagram.com/issq.longarmquilting 📌 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ISeeStarsQuilting 📌 DISCLAIMER: Some links may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting I See Stars Quilting! 00:00 - The “Not-So-Perfect” Quilt Moment 00:22 - When Your Quilt Doesn’t Match the Vision 00:56 - Why This Happens to EVERY Quilter 01:38 - Step 1: Celebrate What Went Right 02:41 - Step 2: Is It Technical or Creative? 03:40 - Step 3: You Don’t Always Have to Fix It 04:57 - Step 4: Keep a Visual Record 05:50 - Step 5: Find Your Quilting People 06:32 - What to Do Next (Reflect + Decide) 06:55 - Your Creativity is above Perfection 07:35 - Come Join the Quilting Joy!
Ugly Quilts Happen - Here’s How to Bounce Back! 🥰
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