Best Loose Threads Podcasts (2025)

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From an Amigurumi Pig to Crocheted Patchwork with Anita Gibney from Made by Anita 34:12

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In this episode of Making Stitches Podcast I chat to Anita Gibney — the designer behind Made by Anita and the author of the brand-new book; Patchwork Granny Square Blankets. Known for her beautiful crochet blanket deisgns, Anita has become an ambassador for Stylecraft Yarns and has just published her first book. We chat about how her love of croche…

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How To Scale DTC, Amazon, and Retail Simultaneously With Chad Massura 21:45

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Chad Massure is the Founder and CEO of Rosy Soil, a company creating peat-free, carbon-negative potting soils designed to nurture both plants and the planet. He grew up gardening with his grandmother, a background that sparked his passion for sustainable horticulture and inspired him to reimagine what soil could be. Before founding Rosy Soil in 202…

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Meet Sarah Ruth of Ruthlessly Handmade! - Ep. 180 1:15:41

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This week I’m joined by Sarah Ruth Morris of Ruthlessly Handmade. Education researcher, quilter, and mother of two boys in Texas. Sarah’s quilts are stitched with purpose: each one is part of her ongoing practice of learning to love more deeply. Through quilt fundraisers, she has rallied makers and supporters to uplift children in need. She raised …

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Merry Crochet Makes with Justine Robson & Nicky Ward - BONUS EPISODE 41:13

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December starts next week which means we are officially on the countdown to Christmas, but there's still time to make a few Christmas gifts for special people or some decorations for your home. In this special 'Bonus Episode' I'm sharing a chat I had with Justine from Little Box of Crochet and Nicky Ward from A Heart Shaped Cherry. Followers of Lit…

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Hide and Seek: Pater-Naughty 43:41

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Emma is settling into her sister's life, but she remains haunted by her past in more ways than one. Can she get to the bottom of this family drama, or will she finally follow Sutton to a shallow grave?By Courtney and Clare

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Scaling With Micro-Influencers: Lessons From Goorin's Ambassador Strategy With Nicky Cutler 20:14

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Nicky Cutler is the B2B Marketing Manager at Goorin Bros., a premium hat and apparel company known for its cult-favorite line of trucker hats featuring embroidered animal patches. A seasoned marketer, Nicky led Goorin's to over $1 million in affiliate revenue in two years by building and scaling Goorin's ambassador and influencer programs. He previ…

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Meet Hillary Goodwin | Entropy Always Wins - Ep. 179 1:13:42

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m honored to sit down with Hillary Goodwin (@entropyalwayswins) , the featured artist for QuiltCon 2026 and a creator whose work moves, breathes, and tells stories in every stitch. 🧵✨ Hillary is an ER doctor, and quilting has become her refuge, a place where things can be imperfect, messy, emotional, and…

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Quilts, Blogs, Podcasts & Live Shows with Kat Molesworth 32:18

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My guest for this episode of Making Stitches Podcast is Kat Molesworth, the creative force behind the Blogtacular Podcast & Festival. With Blogtacular, Kat helped countless creatives and bloggers find their voice and their community online. These days, Kat's work means she's serving another creative community, working for Immediate Live, on the Kni…

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Meet Jenni Engleman, host of Handcraft Happy Hour! - Ep. 178 1:10:14

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m joined by Jenni Engleman, owner of HandCraft Happy Hour in Baltimore. It's a cozy, colorful craft shop that feels like home the moment you walk through the door. ☕🧵💖 Jenni shares how a dream she once imagined with her aunt turned into a thriving community space where makers come to learn, laugh, stitch…

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Meet Lina & Laura of Quilting With Latinas! - Ep. 177 1:30:19

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m joined by Laura Raquel Duran and Lina Owen of Quilting With Latinas, two passionate makers who are bringing bilingual resources and cultural connection to the quilting community! Laura and Lina are the co-authors of Learn-to-Quilt: Bilingual Guide Book, a first-of-its-kind quilting resource written in …

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TexStyle: Looking ahead to a new festival for 2026 with Michelle Greaves 29:29

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Welcome to Making Stitches Podcast! In this episode I share a chat I've had with Michelle Greaves, one half of the team behind the brand new TexStyle festival which is coming to Manchester next year. Michelle and her Mum, Carole, have been hosting yarn festivals for a number of years including the Buxton, Cumbria and Stafford Wool Gatherings, next …

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Two Truths and a Lie: Been Thayer, Done That 43:31

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It's book three and we're still at square one! Will Emma and Ethan get any closer to finding Sutton's killer?By Courtney and Clare

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Meet Chelsea B. Porter of A Few Loose Threads! - Ep. 176 1:19:24

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, we’re chatting with the one and only Chelsea Porter (@chelsea_b_porter), viral quilter, content creator, and all-around creative powerhouse! 🧵✨ You’ve probably seen her online after thatincredible moment when she designed, sewed, and tossed a custom quilted vest to Benson Boone on stage during his Utah N2 …

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Meet John MacPhail of Art East Quilting Co.! - Ep. 175 1:30:42

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m joined by John MacPhail of Art East Quilting Company, the creative mind behind some of the quilting world’s most charming and imaginative patterns. 🧵 John’s journey into quilting began back in university while studying Costume Design, though it took a decade (and a little help from Instagram and YouTub…

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All Things Amigurumi with Amy Ting from Curious Papaya 24:02

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My guest for this episode of Making Stitches Podcast is Amy Ting, a crochet designer from the US who specialises in amigurumi. Amy is a passionate advocate for the Japanese technique of crocheting in the round to create soft toys. She has been crocheting amigurumi creatures for 7 years and shares her work online on her website: https://curiouspapay…

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Meet Theresa Benson, The AI Quilter! - Ep. 174 2:31:14

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m joined by Theresa Benson (@theaiquilter) — award-winning quilter, enthusiastic learner, and dynamic teacher blending tradition with technology. With a background in electrical engineering and artificial intelligence, Theresa brings a fresh perspective to the craft, making complex ideas simple, inspirin…

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Never Have I Ever: Sherlock Ho-lmes 49:18

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Emma is back to square one on the search for Sutton's killer, but she now has a new accomplice. Can Emma and Ethan get to the bottom of this murder before they're as sunk as the Titanic?By Courtney and Clare

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Meet Adam Burch of AdamSews! - Ep. 173 1:31:20

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m joined by the endlessly creative and always entertaining Adam Burch of Adam Sews! Based in the UK, Adam is a bag-maker, pattern writer, and die-hard Tula Pink fan whose colorful creations and infectious enthusiasm light up the sewing community. Adam shares how he designs functional yet fabulous bags, t…

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Meet Kaye Collins of Oh Kaye Quilting, The Lazy Quilters Club & HandiQuilter ! - Ep. 172 1:06:43

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show my guest is Kaye Collins of Oh Kaye Quilting, The Lazy Quilters Club, and HandiQuilter. Kaye spent years as a high school band teacher before retiring and leaning fully into her quilting practice. A member of the Salt Lake City Modern Quilt Guild, Kaye had a fateful (and masked!) meeting during Covid with H…

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YARNDALE 2025 : Celebrating Yarn & Community 29:28

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On the weekend of 27th & 28th September, Skipton Auction Mart was again transformed into Yarndale. The festival of all things creative brings stall holders and crafts people from far and wide to share their love of their creative passions. While knitting and crochet take centre stage with every imaginable colour and type of yarn, there are many oth…

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The Lying Game: Teufelskind of Girl 52:47

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We're back, and so is Sara Shepard. It's time to dive into The Lying Game, the follow up series (completely unrelated) to the hit Pretty Little Liars. Can Emma find her twin's murderer, or is she next on the chopping block?By Courtney and Clare

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Inside Saalt's Playbook for High-Converting TikTok LIVE Sessions With Cherie Hoeger 20:25

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Cherie Hoeger is the Co-Founder and CEO of Saalt, a woman-owned period care brand known for its sustainable, reusable cups, discs, and leakproof underwear. With expertise in leveraging education-driven customer engagement and innovative sales channels, Cherie has led the company to become the #1 period care brand on TikTok Shop. Before Saalt, she w…

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Meet Chris English of Chris English Quilts! - Ep. 171 1:18:18

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, my guest is Chris English of Chris English Quilts. Chris studied textile art at university before spending nearly twenty years in the corporate world of web design. Quilting was always in the background, sparked years ago by the Liberty Book of Home Sewing. Now, with corporate life behind him, Chris is div…

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THE RED DRESS with Kirstie Macleod 34:57

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The Red Dress, recently recognised by the Guiness World Records as the largest collaborative embroidery project, is a truly stunning piece of work. It was created by Kirstie Macleod, a British artist, over a period of 14 years with the help of 380 different embroiderers. The dress is made of 87 silk panels which have been embroidered by people from…

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Scaling Brand Loyalty Through Social Impact: Lessons From Barefoot Wine With Michael Houlihan 22:46

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Michael Houlihan was the Co‑founder, President, and CEO of Barefoot Wine, an iconic brand that he and his partner Bonnie Harvey launched in a laundry room in 1986 with no money and no knowledge of the wine industry, and built one of the top wine brands in the US and in 28 countries. It was eventually acquired by E. & J. Gallo. A renowned writer, sp…

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Meet Sarah Spencer aka Io the Alien! - Ep. 170 1:27:34

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, my guest is Sarah Spencer, also known as Io the Alien. Sarah is an artist who uses textiles as her main medium, always following her curiosities and giving her attention to the work that brings her joy. Lately, she’s been creating striking sketch portraits of women and “interesting men,” blending paint on …

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Newton's Proven Playbook for Influencer Marketing Success With Aaron Zagha 18:41

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Aaron Zagha is the Chief Marketing Officer at Newton Baby, a company specializing in innovative, science-backed sleep products for babies and families. With a professional background in corporate finance and a data-driven marketing approach, Aaron oversees the brand's marketing strategy, branding, and growth. He previously led international ecommer…

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Meet Diana Li Fitzgerald of Banjoflannel! - Ep. 169 1:06:31

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, my guest is Diana Li Fitzgerald, better known as Banjoflannel. Diana’s new book, Patchwork Sashiko: Transform Your Scraps, releases at the end of this year and is already available for preorder through Barnes & Noble, Amazon, C&T Publishing, and wholesale. Diana’s sewing journey began in 2005 when she set …

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Scaling Restricted Products With AppLovin: Lessons From cbdMD With Wade Brown 19:23

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Wade Brown is the Vice President of Marketing at cbdMD, a publicly traded company known for its CBD and cannabis product lines. He is a seasoned executive with expertise across ecommerce, B2B and B2C channels, digital advertising, and strategic partnerships. Wade has led marketing for restricted product categories, including CBD, THC beverages, fir…

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World Stitch Day 2025 26:36

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Back on 1st June this summer, the Woven in Kirklees Festival kicked off with World Stitch Day at Oakwell Hall in Batley. Among the attractions of stalls from local community groups, textile artists, workshops and an interactive fabric 'Time Machine' was The Red Dress on display in West Yorkshire for the first time. The Red Dress is an award winning…

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Meet Justin Stafford owner of Keaton Quilts! - Ep. 168 1:49:29

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, my guest is Justin Stafford, owner of Keaton Quilt - the last standing quilt shop in New York City. Nestled in the heart of the Flower District, Keaton Quilts is a hub for fabric lovers, offering a wide selection of fabrics and notions, longarm quilting, classes, and the warmth of Justin’s passion for the …

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Meet Sara & Debbie of Salty Sews! - Ep. 167 1:07:54

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m joined by Sara and Debbie of Salty Sews. The two met in a sewing class back in 2019 and have been connected through their craft ever since. When the world began opening up again, Sara signed them up to teach a class at the very same sewing event where they first met, and from there, Salty Sews was born…

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LET'S CELEBRATE with Eleonora Tully from Coastal Crochet & a look ahead to Series 10 23:43

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Hello and welcome to the first episode in this new series of podcasts from Making Stitches. This time, I'm sharing a chat with my crochet friend Eleonora Tully from Coastal Crochet. Eleonora and I have both celebrated a special blog birthday this year. It's 10 years since we both began our blogging adventure. While there's no doubt that Eleonora's …

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Building a Global Snack Brand Through Retail First With Hassan Alireza of The Daily Crave 21:18

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Hassan Alireza is the Founder and CEO of The Daily Crave, a California-based snack company that crafts better‑for‑you, non‑GMO, wholesome snacks sold worldwide. He launched the business in May 2012 with Veggie Chips and Sticks, which quickly gained traction in national retail chains. Under his leadership, the brand has expanded its lineup to includ…

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D8Night Remote: Chaos Out of Order – 011 – Shoes Your Own Adventure 1:26:38

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RU5T, SP4RK1, and 5T4MP5 enter the Mandala Bubble left by the Nilmerg in an attempt to locate their lost compatriot D05 ... but spend most of their time trying to figure out how to go outside.By D8 Night Podcast

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Meet Miri of Capital Stitch Co.! - Ep. 166 1:27:23

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, my guest is Miri A., co-owner and founder of Capital Stitch Co. Miri’s passion is making embroidery approachable for beginners through her thoughtfully designed DIY kits. She believes that something magical happens when people put down their phones and pick up a needle and thread - and she’s on a mission t…

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The Conversion Optimization Strategy No One Talks About With Raphael Paulin-Daigle 28:04

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Raphael Paulin-Daigle is the Founder and CEO of SplitBase, a conversion optimization agency specializing in luxury, lifestyle, and fashion ecommerce brands. Since 2015, he has helped companies like Dr. Squatch, Hyperice, Amika, Kiehl's, NYX Cosmetics, and YSL Beauty generate millions in additional revenue while preserving brand integrity. Known for…

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D8Night Remote: Chaos Out of Order – 010 – A Reverse Thread Screw Loose 1:09:01

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The Modrons continue their foray into Stamp's inner self. Will they order his entropy ... or was it like this when they got there?By D8 Night Podcast

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Meet Nicole Nehrig, Author of With Her Own Hands! - Ep. 165 1:54:38

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, my guest is psychologist, knitter, and author Nicole Nehrig. Nicole’s new book, With Her Own Hands, explores the deep personal meaning of textile work for women around the world throughout history. Drawing from her professional research and her own knitting journey, Nicole dives into how fiber arts have sh…

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Meet Hannah of Honey Fibers! - Ep. 164 2:14:03

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, my guest is Hannah, the creative mind behind Honey Fibers. Growing up surrounded by her great-grandmother’s quilts, Hannah’s love for stitching started with a deep connection to heritage. In 2020, she picked up quilting to keep her hands busy—and found herself completely hooked. Recently, Hannah brought th…

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D8Night Remote: Chaos Out of Order – 009 – Reverse Thread Screwed 1:49:48

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Joins our intrepid screw of Modrons RU5T (Josh), 0CT4N3 (Will) , and SP4RK1 (Crash) as they enter the portal to a very special inner space created by the mind of our GM Mike!By D8 Night Podcast

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Authentic Storytelling in Ecommerce: Lessons From recteq's Marketing Playbook With Judd Pratt-Heaney 18:41

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Judd Pratt-Heaney is the VP of Marketing and Ecommerce at recteq, a leading pellet grill and barbecue lifestyle brand known for its innovative, durable wood pellet grills and strong community focus. With over two decades of experience in marketing leadership, Judd held senior roles at Reckitt Benckiser, HARMAN International, and WWE, working across…

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D8Night Remote: Chaos Out of Order – 008 The Lobster Feels it All 1:34:46

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After a six-week hiatus, the chaos crew is still in the same initiative order, as the Nilmerg has used the old rope trick to turn a single encounter into a 3-episode hat trick. And we have some audio issues in this one (Will is a little blown-out sounding ... Mike starts off very quietly, but we get him fixed around the 10 minute mark.…

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Meet Dee Bushrod of Pixel Quilts! - Ep. 163 1:34:05

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m joined by Dee Bushrod of Pixel Quilts! Originally from the UK and now living in the U.S., Dee’s quilting journey started with a heartfelt gift and quickly evolved into something extraordinary. In 2020, she found connection and creativity through quilting with her daughter—turning favorite pop stars int…

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D8Night Remote: Chaos Out of Order – 007 No More Secrets 1:38:05

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Now knowing the source of the ship’s malfunction, Stamps, Sparky, Gus, and Octane try to deal with the Nilmerg that is creating the chaos in the interior of their interplanar vessel.By D8 Night Podcast

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Meet Kim Moos, Founder of Cotton Cuts! - Ep. 162 1:09:18

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m joined by Kim Moos, the creative force behind Cotton Cuts—home of the beloved Puzzle Mystery Quilt! 🧩✂️ Kim’s sewing journey started when she was young, but she first found herself in the corporate world of Biomedical Engineering. Luckily for quilters everywhere, she returned to her sewing roots and la…

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D8Night Remote: Chaos Out of Order – 006 Below in the Shaft 2:02:29

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Players/Characters: Josh: RU5T “Gus” Duodrone Thief Rogue Blacksmith Assistant Crash: SP4RK1 "Sparky" Monodrone Scout Rogue Guard Mike: 5T4MP(s) "Stamps" Monodrone Forge Cleric Screw-Forger Will: GM + DMPC 0CT4N3 “Octane” Monodrone Light Cleric Maintenance ManBy D8 Night Podcast

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Meet Lindsey of Pen and Paper Patterns! - Ep. 161 1:59:12

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, I’m chatting with Lindsey of Pen + Paper Patterns. Lindsey is a talented quilt pattern designer known for her fun, whimsical style and her love of glue basting. Nearly ten years ago, she released her very first pattern, Rainy Day—and now she’s come full circle with her latest design, Chance of Rain, a deli…

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D8Night Remote: Chaos Out of Order – 005 Come on Down! 1:46:19

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Stamps, Sparky, and Zero deal with Baba Yaga in their gambit to leave this hellish demi-plane and return to their ship. Players/Characters: Josh: In this episode Josh takes over as Game Master Crash: SP4RK1 "Sparky" Monodrone Rogue Guard Mike: 5T4MP(s) "Stamps" Monodrone Cleric Screw-Forger Will: Z3R0 “Zero” Monodrone Rogue Ghost…

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Meet Jessica Ahlstrand Kwan of Sugar Mill Quilts! - Ep. 160 1:23:37

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This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, my guest is Jessica Ahlstrand Kwan of Sugar Mill Quilts. Jessica’s quilting journey began back in 2001 when she learned the art of traditional Hawaiian quilting while living in Hawaii. Today, she blends those timeless hand skills with modern longarm quilting and digital pantographs, bridging past and prese…