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Loose Threads & Stitches: A Quilting Podcast
Love quilting? So do we! Loose Threads & Stitches is the cozy, fun, and slightly chaotic quilting podcast you didn’t know you needed. Hosted by Christen from I See Stars Quilting, this show is all about quilting, creativity, and finding joy in every stitch.
Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just getting started, this podcast is like sitting down with a quilting bestie—we’ll chat about trends, tips, quilting confessions, and the occasional ‘oops’ moment. Because let’s be real… no one’s seams…
Episodes
- Loose Threads & Stitches: A Quilting Podcast
EP 56: Don't Go to Houston Without Watching This! Quilt Festival Tips — 96
It's Houston Quilt Festival week! International Quilt Festival runs November 12–15, 2026 at the George R. Brown Convention Center, and this year is…
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EP 55: What Instagram Isn’t Showing You: The Reality of My Messy Quilting Room
Ever finish a quilt you’re genuinely proud of, open Instagram, and suddenly feel like it’s not good enough? Friend, you’re not imagining it, and it has nothing…
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EP 54: Why Every Quilt on Your Feed Looks the Same
Sage green and rust everywhere... and you secretly want a loud, bright, borderline-clashing scrappy quilt? 🌈 Friend, this episode is for you. On this episode…
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EP: 53 Why Quilters Stay Stuck (Hint: It's Not Your Skills)
Ever feel stuck in your quilting, even though your skills are fine? Here's the twist: it usually isn't about skill at all. 🧵 In this episode of Loose Threads &…
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Ep. 52: Stop Saving Your Favorite Fabric — Make the Quilt Just for YOU ⭐
Have you been saving that perfect fabric for the "right" project… for years? 👀 Friend, this one's for you. On this episode of Loose Threads & Stitches, we're…
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EP 50: How to Enjoy Quilting Again Without Pressure to Be Productive
Feeling behind on your quilt projects? If your relaxing hobby has quietly turned into another to-do list, this one's for you, sweet friend. Welcome to Loose…
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EP: 49 - The Quilting Frustration Spiral (and how to stop it)
One stubborn seam can turn into “maybe I'm just bad at quilting” surprisingly fast. In this episode of Loose Threads & Stitches, we're talking about the…
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EP 48: How I Started Quilting (And Why I Bought a Longarm)
Welcome to Loose Threads & Stitches — your calm corner of the quilting world, where we talk about the real stuff, the fun stuff, and everything the quilt…
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EP 47: Why I Finally Tried Foundation Paper Piecing — And What Happened
I always said I was not a paper piecer. Too rigid. Too rule-bound. So I just kept telling myself that story — for years. Until I tackled a Violet Craft…
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EP: 46 | When You Gift a Quilt and the Reaction Isn't What You Hoped
Have you ever finished a gift quilt, handed it to someone, watched them open it… and felt your heart sink a little because the reaction wasn't quite what you'd…
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Episode 45: What Joann's Closing Really Did to the Quilting World (One Year Later)
It's been just over a year since Joann's closed — and I'm finally saying the thing out loud. This one's a palate cleanser. No journaling prompts, no deep…
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Episode 44: - When a Project Becomes a Chapter, Not a Career
This is it — the finale of The Enough Chapter. 🌟 Over the past 10 weeks, we've explored moving targets, wiring, capacity, the stories we tell ourselves…
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Episode 43: It's Not a Flaw — It's a Mismatch
Have you ever tried to make something work — really work — and it just wouldn't sit right? Not because something was wrong with you. But because it wasn't…
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Episode 42: You Are Allowed to Protect Your Attention
Friend, this one came from a really personal place. 💛 If something in this episode hit home, will you tell me in the comments? I read every single one. And if…
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Episode 41: When Quilting Starts Feeling Like a Job (And How to Make It Fun Again)
When did hobbies stop being fun… and start feeling like pressure? In this episode of Loose Threads & Stitches, we’re having a real, honest conversation about…
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Episode 40: Are You a "Real" Quilter? Let's Talk About Quilter Identity
Have you ever felt relieved when you finally had a word for what you were feeling? In this episode of Loose Threads & Stitches, Christen talks about the role…
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Episode 39: Finding Joy in Your Quilting Again (Even When Life Feels Heavy)
✨If life has felt heavy lately… this episode is your reminder to look for the glimmers. Those small, quiet moments of goodness that are easy to miss—but…
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Episode 38: The Quilting Mindset Shift That Changed How I Create
When something feels hard… Have you noticed how quickly your brain tries to explain it? Not just solve it. Explain it. Why it's happening. What it says about…
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Episode 37: How to Keep Quilting When You're Completely Running on Empty
Have you ever had a day where everything feels heavier than it should? Small decisions feel exhausting. Emails feel louder. And somewhere in the back of your…
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Episode 36: Why Finishing a Quilt Never Feels Like Enough — And What To Do About It
✨ Watch the full "Enough Series" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U2lL084T_JI&list=PLOq9UmWSYwqtnbQ-EvPCJY8eaGIp7fL60&pp=sAgC If we know the target keeps…
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Episode 35: The Quilter's Comparison Trap (And Why You're Already Doing Enough)
✨ Watch the full "Enough Series" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U2lL084T_JI&list=PLOq9UmWSYwqtnbQ-EvPCJY8eaGIp7fL60&pp=sAgC Have you ever reached a…
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Episode 34: Are You Quilting for You — Or Everyone Else? Real Talk for Makers
Are you ever allowed to feel finished? In this first episode of the “Enough Chapter,” we explore the quiet pressure to constantly improve — better routines…
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Episode 33: How to Pick a Quilting Word of the Year (Without the Pressure)
Hey there Quilty Friends! Picking out a "one little word" for the year is a sweet tradition, but have you ever picked a Quilty word that speaks to your…
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Episode 32: Quilting Lessons That Surprised Me | A Year of Making, Learning & Letting Go
In this heart-to-heart episode of Loose Threads & Stitches, Christen shares the creative and personal lessons she never saw coming last year — including the…
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Episode 31: You Hate Your Quilt — Now What? Practical Tips for Getting Through It
What to Do When You Hate Your Quilt 😬 Ever started a quilt… and halfway through, realised you hate it? The colors feel wrong. The layout’s off. You’re just…
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Episode 30: What If You Only Quilted for Yourself This Year? (A Permission Slip for Every Maker)
Feeling holiday pressure to quilt your way into being enough? It’s time for a reality check—quilting burnout isn’t festive. 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE Christen from I…
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Episode 29: 6 Ways to Slow Down and Actually Enjoy Your Quilting (Instead of Just Rushing to Finish)
Feeling rushed by the holiday season already? You're not alone — but what if this was the year you did less and enjoyed more? Let’s stitch some sanity into the…
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Episode 28: What You Really Learn at a Quilt Show — And Why It Has Nothing to Do With Ribbons
Ever walked into a quilt show and felt both inspired and a little “not good enough”? Let’s talk about it. 💡 EPISODE TAKEAWAYS: A mindset shift from comparison…
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Episode 27: Easy Quilt Math Formulas for People Who Hate Math (Yes, You Can Do This)
Math doesn't have to ruin your quilting joy. In this episode, I’m breaking down quilt math into easy formulas so you can skip the stress and keep on stitching…
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Episode 26: How to Build a Quilt Color Palette That Actually Works (No More Fabric Panic)
Ever dump your fabric stash out and feel totally overwhelmed? Here's how to build a quilt color palette without stress — using a simple method that works every…
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Episode 25: Stop Feeling Guilty About Your Fabric Stash — Here's Why It's Actually a Good Thing
Let me say something kind of spicy today: your fabric stash isn't a problem! It's not a burden, but a source of quilting inspiration. Let's celebrate our…
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Episode 24: Finding Your Quilting Style — Why Your Creative Voice Matters Even With Imperfect Seams
🫶 Your creative voice matters — not because it’s perfect, but because it’s YOURS. ✨ Tell me in the comments: What makes your quilts feel like you? (Color…
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Episode 23: How to Make Quilting Friends as an Adult (Without the Awkward Drama)
Ever felt like making friends as an adult quilter is awkward and weird? 🧵🙋♀️ Me too. But here’s your reminder: it’s also brave and so worth it. 💛 Which tip…
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Episode 22: What Happens When You Step Away From Quilting (And How to Find Your Way Back)
Ever felt guilty for stepping away from your sewing machine? Here’s your warm, heartfelt reminder that quilting—and your creativity—will always welcome you…
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Episode 21: You're Still a Quilter Even When You're Not Creating — A Permission Slip to Rest
You made it. Through the fear, the guilt, the overwhelm. This is your warm, cozy recap of the Get Out of Your Own Way series — and a gentle invitation to keep…
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Episode 20: How to Fall Back in Love with Quilting (Without the Guilt)
If quilting has started to feel like pressure instead of play — this is your permission slip to fall back in love with creating. No rules. No guilt. Just joy…
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Episode 19: UFOs, Forgotten WIPs & Quilt Shame Piles — Let's Have an Honest Conversation
That half-finished quilt in your closet isn’t a failure — it’s just a pause. Today we’re rewriting the story around unfinished projects and quilt guilt. 🎙️ IN…
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Episode 18: Why You Can't Cut Into Your Favorite Fabric (And How to Finally Use It)
Do you have fabric you love too much to cut? You’re not alone. Let’s talk about how decision paralysis is quietly stealing your creative joy — and what to do…
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Episode 17: Why Your Quilts Don't Look Like Pinterest — And Why That's Actually Great
Feel like everyone else is making flawless quilts at lightning speed? It’s not just you. Today we’re blowing the lid off the biggest myth in quilting. 🎙️ IN…
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Episode 16: Why Perfectionism Is Keeping You From Finishing Quilts (And How to Stop)
If you've ever stalled out mid-quilt because it wasn't looking "right" or feared you'd mess it up—this one's for you. Let's talk perfectionism, progress, and…
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Episode 15: Why You Can't Make Yourself Quilt Right Now (And It's Not Laziness)
Ever feel like you should be quilting but end up scrolling or cleaning instead? That’s not laziness — it’s creative overwhelm. 🎙️IN THIS EPISODE: In this…
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Episode 14: Gifting Imperfect Quilts — Would You Give It If the Blocks Were Upside Down?
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…
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Episode 13: What Your Quilting Style Says About You (And Why It Keeps Changing)
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…
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Episode 12: What's on Your Quilting Bucket List? (And How to Actually Start Checking Things Off)
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…
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Episode 11: When You Love Quilting But Life Won't Slow Down — How to Find Your Pause
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…
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Episode 10: Is Your Quilt Top Ready for a Longarmer? Honest Answers + What to Expect
Ever finished a quilt top and immediately wondered, “Is this even good enough to send out?” You’re not alone — and this episode will give you clarity and…
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Episode 9: My Sewing Room Reality — The Mess, the Truth & What You Don't See on Camera
Let’s get real about sewing rooms. 🧵✨ In this behind-the-scenes episode, I’m peeling back the curtain and talking honestly about what actually goes down in my…
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Episode 8: You Don't Have to Be Productive Every Day — Real Talk on Creative Rest
🧵 In this episode of Loose Threads & Stitches, we’re busting the myth that real quilters are always productive. If you’ve ever felt guilty for taking a break…
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Episode 7: Why Every Quilter Needs a Creative Community (And How to Find Yours)
🧵 Quilting might seem like a solo hobby... but it doesn’t have to be. Yes, we all love those quiet moments with our machine, a cup of tea, and a good playlist…
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Episode 6: What's Your Quilting Superpower? How to Find and Use Your Strengths as a Maker
🧵 Let’s have some fun today—what if quilters had superpowers?! 🦸♀️ ✨ Have you ever wished for perfect seams every time, unlimited quilting time, or a fabric…
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Episode 4: The Worst Quilting Advice I've Ever Heard (And What to Do Instead)
🧵 Quilters LOVE sharing advice… but let’s be honest—not all of it is great. 🤨 Sometimes it’s gold, but other times? It makes quilting feel way more serious…
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Episode 5: Quilting Trends Worth Your Time This Season — And Which Ones to Skip
🧵 Quilters LOVE sharing advice… but let’s be honest—not all of it is great. 🤨 Sometimes it’s gold, but other times? It makes quilting feel way more serious…
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Episode 3: 5 Quilting Confessions Every Quilter Is Too Embarrassed to Admit
🧵 Quilters, let’s be honest… we’ve ALL broken a few ‘quilting rules’ here and there! 😆 In this episode of Loose Threads & Stitches, I’m confessing five…
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Episode 2: Lost Your Quilting Spark? Here's How to Get Your Inspiration Back
Lost your quilting spark? You’re not alone! Every quilter hits a creative slump at some point, and today, we’re tackling exactly how to get re-inspired…
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Episode 1: Why Unfinished Quilts Are Not Failures — And What To Do With Them
A podcast by ISeeStarsQuilting, where we unravel the threads of life, creativity, and quilting! 🧵✨ Let's dive into inspiring conversations, creative ideas, and…