Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing

Nicole Gilbert

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 read less

Using Technology While Quilting
Nov 16 2022
Using Technology While Quilting
Hi I’m Nicole Gilbert and this is the Stop Scrolling, Start Sewing podcast.  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.Hi Folks! Nicole here and welcome to season 3 episode 10 of the stop scrolling, start sewing podcast. Whether you’re listening on the way to work or watching on YouTube, thank you for spending a bit of your day with me.On this episode of the podcast we’re talking about using technology in your quilting studio. But first the quilt on the wallQuilt on the wall: Criss Cross by April Rosenthal of Prairie Grass Patterns Finishes 55x66 Jelly Roll FriendlyMentioned this episode: (for all apps listed please visit the appropriate App Store for your device)Camera: for block placement and checking color valueThere are also some great apps for color ideas and palette creation.  Some of my favorites are:Color Viewfinder app (turns photos into color palettes)Pantone Studio (color, build and create palettes to audition)Color Inspiration Tool (can take one color and build palettes around it)Math App:Calculator (binding squares etc)Robert Kaufmann Quilt Calculator (how much yardage you need, size of borders etc)Tracking:  QuiltfulTimer/Alarm ClockInterested in joining the Sampler Spree Slow AlongNow Stop Scrolling and Start SewingYou Can Find me on:FacebookInstagramYouTube
The Basics of Appliqué
Sep 8 2021
The Basics of Appliqué
Well I'm back!  From (what I consider) a much deserved summer break.  And boy, do I have a lot in store for y'all.  This is an episode that you definitely don't want to miss.  Be sure to listen in for all the cool new things coming up.But first a quick announcement:  Enrollment for Learn to Quilt in 60 Days is Open NOW!  And for a limited time only.  Doors close 9/12 and the first day of class is the 13th.  To learn all the details, head over to nicolegilbertquilts.com/enrollFor those of you who are faithful listeners, you know that appliqué isn't my jam.  I think I've said those exact words several times on the podcast.  But recently, that has changed for me.  If you listened to my New Years episode a few months back, I mentioned that this year I wanted to learn some new techniques and I truly have dived on in on this.I've become a prolific bag maker, an English paper piecing addict, and.... an appliqué artist.Yup.  applique.  I have to admit, whenever I used to think of appliqué, images of sunbonnet sue and little houses with chimneys always came to mind.  For those of you familiar with my quilting aesthetic, you know that is for sure not up my alley.  SO I started to explore.  And I found a project I fell in love with.  SO much so, that I've even started down the path of certification to teach this specific technique for a major national brand.  More on that later this fall.But now that I'm in love with all (or at least most) things appliqué. I thought I'd go over the basics of appliqué and some the tools you may find helpful.You Can Find me on:FacebookInstagramYouTube