Quilting Central Podcast

Struggling with longarm quilting tension? Loops, eyelashes, breaking thread, messy backs? We’ve ALL been there! 😅
In this in-person episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, Cathy, Julie, and Angie are together in Texas to give a full, step-by-step lesson on how to adjust longarm tension for ANY thread, ANY quilt, and ANY situation.

Whether you’re brand-new to longarm quilting or you’ve been quilting for years, this tension tutor...

Trim the fluff and get those points perfect! ✂️ In this short-but-mighty episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, Julie, Angie, and Cathy meet in person to talk all about trimming and squaring up quilt blocks and quilts — the small steps that make a huge difference in your finished quilt.

What Angie shows & we cover:

• How to square up individual quilt blocks using different tools and rulers (why it matters for accurate piecing...

We’re back together in Texas! 🇨🇱 In this in-person episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, hosts Cathy, Angie, and Julie reunite at Two Chicks Quilting in Ganado, Texas — and Julie shares one of her favorite time-saving quilting techniques: continuous chain piecing! ✂️

If you’ve ever struggled to keep your quilt blocks in order or want to save time, thread, and sanity while piecing, this episode is a must-watch. Julie walks throu...

The gang’s all together! 🎉 In this fun, in-person episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, Cathy, Angie, and Julie are gathered at Two Chicks Quilting in Ganado, Texas, to talk about one of every quilter’s favorite topics — notions! 🧵✂️

From tiny pins to big-time tools, the hosts share their must-have notions for every part of the quilting process:
• Pins and why the right kind matters for different projects
• Machine mainte...

It’s a special in-person episode! For the first time in a while, Julie, Angie, and Cathy are all together at Two Chicks Quilting in Ganado, Texas, chatting face-to-face about one of their favorite topics — how to quilt different quilts. 🧵✨

The trio dives into:
• How to choose the right thread type and color for each project
• When to use free-motion vs. pantograph quilting
• Selecting quilting designs that enhance each qui...

In this episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, hosts Julie, Angie, and Cathy unravel one of the most essential quilting supplies — thread! 🧵✨

From cotton to polyester, invisible to decorative, the trio dives into:
• Different thread types & when to use them
• How thread choice affects quilting design, durability & texture
• Tips for avoiding breakage, tangles & tension issues
• Matching (or contrasting!) t...

As the weather cools down, it’s the perfect time to dive into quilting projects that bring warmth and seasonal charm! 🍂 In this episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, hosts Julie, Angie, and Cathy share their favorite fall quilting ideas—from table runners and wall hangings to cozy throws and seasonal décor.

We’ll talk about:
🧵 Fabric choices & fall color palettes
🧵 Quick projects to finish before the holidays
🧵 T...

Would you rather… run out of bobbin thread or lose your seam ripper? In this lively episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, Julie, Angie & Cathy play Quilter’s “Would You Rather,” debating hand vs. machine binding, scissors vs. rotary cutter, invisible vs. neon thread, free-motion vs. pantograph, EPP vs. foundation paper piecing, stash organization, UFOs, retreats, longarm days, and more. Expect clear explanations, safety remi...

Welcome back to The Quilting Central Podcast! In this episode, Angie, Julie, and Cathy dive deep into one of the most important parts of quilting that often gets overlooked — batting.

From the history of quilt batting to today’s many options, the hosts break down:
🧵 Different types of batting (cotton, polyester, wool, blends, bamboo & more)
🧵 How batting affects the look, feel, and drape of your quilt
🧵 Tips for choo...

In this sharp and fun episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, Julie, Angie, and Cathy thread the needle on one of the most essential quilting tools — needles!

From sizes and types to tips on when and why to change them, the hosts break down everything you need to know to get the best results in your piecing, quilting, and longarming. Whether you’re hand sewing, machine quilting, or just confused about what that needle chart really ...

In this episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, hosts Julie, Angie, and Cathy dive into one of the most important — and often overlooked — steps in quilting: pressing! They break down the differences between ironing and pressing, share their favorite tools (including in-depth reviews of LauraStar systems and alternatives like Oliso and Rowenta), and talk about practical tips for achieving perfectly flat seams and smooth finishes.

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In this episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, hosts Angie, Julie, and Cathy dive into what it really takes to finish a quilt. From choosing the perfect backing and understanding why you need more than you think, to picking batting, thread, and quilting designs, this is your go-to guide for turning a quilt top into a finished masterpiece. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned quilter, you'll pick up helpful tips, laughs...

In Episode 4 of Quilting Central Podcast, hosts Julie, Cathy, and Angie dive into the cozy world of quilting—from the latest projects they’re stitching to fun stories from their quilting community. They share creative tips, laugh over a few mishaps, and discuss how quilting connects people across generations. Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just fabric-curious, this episode wraps you in warmth and inspiration.

And get ready...

Ever wondered how all that beautiful fabric ends up on the shelves of your favorite quilt shop? In this episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, Cathy, Angie, and Julie take you behind the scenes of buying and stocking fabric from the perspective of shop owners. From attending fabric shows and meeting with reps to predicting trends and choosing what their customers will love, it’s a world full of color, strategy, and a little bit o...

In this episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, Cathy, Angie, and Julie dive deep into the creative heart of quilting — the process that takes an idea and turns it into a beautiful, finished quilt.

From the first spark of inspiration to choosing fabrics, picking a pattern (or designing your own!), and laying out the perfect color story, the hosts share their personal approaches to bringing a quilt to life. You’ll hear how each of t...

In our very first episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, meet your hosts — Cathy, Angie, and Julie! As passionate quilt store owners, lifelong makers, and friends brought together by fabric and creativity, we're thrilled to launch this new adventure.

In this episode, we tell the stories of how we all met. Life has a funny way of connecting people in roundabout ways. We also discuss our plans for future episodes and why we started ...