Episode 104: Amy Smart of Diary of a Quilter

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In this episode, Sherri welcomes Amy Smart from Diary of a Quilter to the show. Amy is a quilter, a blogger, a fabric designer, a pattern designer, and an author. Today, Amy shares how she first started quilting and continued pursuing her new hobby as a young mother with young children. Sherri and Amy also discuss their early blogging days and how they found each other online. Amy has a new fabric collection, Albion from Riley Blake Fabrics, that will be available to the public next month. She talks about her process of designing fabric and what specifically inspired her newest collection. Lastly, Sherri and Amy share some "bucket list" projects they both hope to complete soon. Thank you, Amy, for sharing your quilting life with us today!
Show Notes Blog Post: www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29160
Cozy Earth: cozyearth.com/
Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFE
Heart of the Home (Quilt on the Wall): www.allpeoplequilt.com/quilta...
Coastal Summer (Quilt on the Table): tidd.ly/3XTzx9N
Vintage 2 (Ladder Behind Billy): tidd.ly/46MuNaa
Montage (Ladder Behind Billy): tidd.ly/3XUnEkf
Jelly Roll Sampler (Ladder Behind Sherri): tidd.ly/3OxWeMJ
Getaway (Ladder Behind Sherri): tidd.ly/46S22cm
Ultimate Binding and Edge Finishing Guide: amzn.to/3urVtyG
Heart of the Home Video: • Heart of the Home: Ame...
Where to Find Amy:
Amy’s Blog: www.diaryofaquilter.com/
Amy’s Shop: diaryofaquiltershop.com/
Amy’s Instagram: / diaryofaquilter
Amy’s Email Newsletter Sign Up: hustling-mover-716.ck.page/35...
NOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.
Where to Find Us:
Facebook: A Quilting Life with Sherri & Chelsi: / 459389991531728
A Quilting Life Blog: www.aquiltinglife.com
Chelsi Stratton Blog: chelsistratton.wordpress.com/
A Quilting Life Patreon: / aquiltinglife
A Quilting Life Instagram: / aquiltinglife
Chelsi Stratton Instagram: / chelsistratton
A Quilting Life Pattern Shop: www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuilts
Chelsi Stratton Pattern Shop: www.etsy.com/shop/StrattonHan...
Music:
Lucidity By Kings • Video
Artist SoundCloud / onlyfeels
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  • @cindyw6621
    @cindyw66215 ай бұрын

    I love watching your pod casts and truly the only one i watch, i love the interaction you all have with each other, but today Sunday 18th Feb, was sitting down to watch Missouri star Triple play , OMG OMG OMG so excited, the first one up, Jennys Quilt used Strawberry Lemonade, I haven't even finished watching it, but I had to tell you how excited I was to see it in all it's glory from another fave of mine. Love you all.

  • @kimpatterson2333
    @kimpatterson23335 ай бұрын

    I immediately went and purchased her Flag quilt pattern!! ❤️🇺🇸💙

  • @lisahenderson2993
    @lisahenderson29935 ай бұрын

    What a great interview. Thank you Sherri and Billy for bringing Amy to us. I didn’t know much about her before this and now I do and how can we not love her? 😊 Great to meet you Amy!

  • @susankurzsebesta3169
    @susankurzsebesta31695 ай бұрын

    Very interesting interview! Thank you!

  • @joanmcfadyen
    @joanmcfadyen5 ай бұрын

    Excellent interview. I have been receiving Any’s emails for some time now and enjoy what she does.

  • @tammraneese720
    @tammraneese7205 ай бұрын

    That was a wonderful interview! I followed Amy’s blog for years when I was a young stay at home mom! Also Amanda Nybergs! I was so sad when she stopped blogging! I still go back once in a while and look through her blog! I didn’t know any young people that quilted, and it made me feel like I wasn’t the only one with this passion and love. Now I am the old person who quilts, hahaha! But I teach sewing classes at a local high school to young girls! I hope to inspire them to one day be makers!

  • @stephaniedavid8820
    @stephaniedavid88204 ай бұрын

    Thanks to both of you for your quilts Take care

  • @coribeckett7400
    @coribeckett74005 ай бұрын

    Amy’s new collection is beautiful. Just love it.

  • @karenmorton3849
    @karenmorton38495 ай бұрын

    One of the first fabric collections I purchased was Gingham Girls! I've been a fan ever since. Thank you for introducing me to one of my favorite designers.

  • @karencombs
    @karencombs5 ай бұрын

    I was so glad to see this! I love Amy's blog and it was so nice to "meet" her in person!

  • @janmatthiesen4142
    @janmatthiesen41425 ай бұрын

    I also follow Amy, great interview! You are all on my favorites list!

  • @kellyhamlet346
    @kellyhamlet3465 ай бұрын

    Really enjoyed this interview. I started quilting in 2019 and my first quilt was one of Amy’s. My daughter still loves it!

  • @nancytebbs8365
    @nancytebbs83655 ай бұрын

    Loved this interview with Amy Smart. She was the first quilt blogger I started following when my daughter picked one of her quilt patterns for me to make. Her blog led my journey to several other designers and quilt-a-longs over the years including your blog and videos which I watch regularly and enjoy so much. Thanks for all the inspiration and knowledge you share with this community!

  • @debranorris4331
    @debranorris43315 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your interview with Amy!!! I love following her also!! Her new fabric line looks beautiful!!

  • @margaretlavenia4634
    @margaretlavenia46345 ай бұрын

    I have enjoyed reading Amy Smart's blogs and love her fabrics too. It was very nice to listen to both of you talking together! Nice that you support each other too. Thanks for sharing her with us!

  • @teresaericson6603
    @teresaericson66035 ай бұрын

    What a great interview. with Amy Smart. Thank you so much for all you do and also Chelsie and Billy.

  • @debbiebrugman4543
    @debbiebrugman45435 ай бұрын

    I love Amy Smart. I have several of her patterns and I’m so excited for her new fabric line, Albion, to come out. The style and especially the colors are right up my alley. Thanks for having her on your podcast. It was a great conversation.

  • @sandramcduffee1827
    @sandramcduffee18275 ай бұрын

    Thank you for your beautiful quilts

  • @rachelburgener819
    @rachelburgener8192 ай бұрын

    Fantastic interview👏👏👏 Thank you ❤️😀

  • @kimr6683
    @kimr66835 ай бұрын

    I made my first quilt from a tutorial on Amy's blog! Love her❤

  • @meaghan789
    @meaghan7895 ай бұрын

    I love Amy’s Portsmouth collection! I’m using it for the twilight stars qal by Lisa bongean.

  • @gailmckay2709
    @gailmckay27095 ай бұрын

    Another great interview! I throughly enjoyed it. It’s amazing how long you both have been blogging and how similar your stories are. I can’t wait for the Log Cabin SAL coming up. Go Chiefs!! 🥳

  • @needle.thread.watercolor-jloh
    @needle.thread.watercolor-jloh5 ай бұрын

    I really enjoyed this interview. Thank you. You are right, the Chiefs did it.

  • @jillianbelan8946
    @jillianbelan89465 ай бұрын

    I have just finished your Jelly Roll Sampler, went well. I also have a fat quarter bundle of Strawberry and Lemonade and am thinking about which pattern to do with it. Great interview with Amy Smart. Love your enthusiasm.

  • @jonifotheringham5436
    @jonifotheringham54365 ай бұрын

    I really enjoyed the interview with Amy Smart. I bought some of her Sugarhouse Park fabric several years ago when I was just starting to quilt because I raised my kids near Sugarhouse Park! I have followed her ever since. Looking forward to her next line of fabric🎉

  • @Coastalanne54
    @Coastalanne545 ай бұрын

    So happy to get your pattern from the magazine ❤

  • @amiablecrafter
    @amiablecrafter5 ай бұрын

    Haven’t been able to find the magazine yet. It was not at my store. I’ll keep looking or order online. Great to meet Amy 😊

  • @annhalachis3327
    @annhalachis33275 ай бұрын

    I love your podcast and really look forward to every other Monday! I downloaded the pattern from the magazine, and it was so easy. Couldn't get the magazine, but now I can start this quilt today! I think I have bought all of the patterns you did in strawberry lemonade and as much fabric as I can find. I love this line of fabric!!

  • @10275248
    @102752485 ай бұрын

    Thank you. I love Amy smart. I have Amy's flag quilt. Fun video

  • @lauraworkman9454
    @lauraworkman94545 ай бұрын

    Loved meeting Amy! Fly the Flag is also on my list! Can't wait to get that done.

  • @rachelsummy4970
    @rachelsummy49705 ай бұрын

    Great interview, enjoyed so much!

  • @caroline-brisbane8577
    @caroline-brisbane85775 ай бұрын

    ❤. This quilt is gorgeous

  • @michellem8284
    @michellem82845 ай бұрын

    I've also had to learn that it's okay to not be busy every second of every day. I still struggle sometimes, but I'm getting better.

  • @melissahill8565
    @melissahill85655 ай бұрын

    Well...........looked up the Christmas Tree quilt that you talked about..... had to have it so I bought it !!!! So cute!!!

  • @kathyphillips1537
    @kathyphillips15375 ай бұрын

    I found the magazine by putting it in the Etsy search bar. I ordered on Friday and had it by Monday.

  • @jennystrahley927
    @jennystrahley9275 ай бұрын

    Really enjoyed this interview with Amy. I do receive and enjoy her weekly email, especially when she shares scenery pics! Good call, Billy, Go Chiefs! (yes I'm from Kansas) 😊

  • @denisegomez755
    @denisegomez7555 ай бұрын

    49er fan here! Now that’s it’s over! It was a GREAT game and truly, that’s all you can ask for. congratulations to the chiefs. See you in 2025! This interview was great as well Sherri. I enjoy hearing about other quilters journeys. So many I want to make, and so little time…

  • @debbierice1363
    @debbierice13635 ай бұрын

    Really enjoy your interview segments. (And it was a Great Super Bowl…. i was intending on cross stitching while was watching but too exciting and stressful ).

  • @lindafarella220
    @lindafarella2205 ай бұрын

    Great interview! Thank you so much!

  • @reginalankford4707
    @reginalankford47075 ай бұрын

    Great interview, really enjoyed it. Thanks!

  • @Auntie7024
    @Auntie70245 ай бұрын

    Fun video and interview with Amy Smart. Her book is in my cart. LOL ❤😊

  • @Love-to-sew-so-much-56
    @Love-to-sew-so-much-565 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this post!

  • @Slay_slay13
    @Slay_slay135 ай бұрын

    I’m fairly new to the quilting world, so this interview was a great intro to a nice lady who I’m gonna check out now- thanks Sherri!

  • @alicewhitehead8126
    @alicewhitehead81265 ай бұрын

    I’ve really enjoyed this episode. I follow Amy Smart and love her collections too. My fabrics are picked and prepped for the APQ sew along with your Hearts of Home

  • @donaldlesmeister5862
    @donaldlesmeister58625 ай бұрын

    Wonderful interview...love Amy too (along with you all)! Thank you so much! XO Joan

  • @MomONineAZ
    @MomONineAZ5 ай бұрын

    I have two of Amy's patterns and fabric to make them in my queue. (Also have several of Chelsi's and Sherrie's, but bumped Sherrie's log cabin to the front of the line, as love it so much. I had to send a copy of the magazine to my cousin in Galveston when I sent a photo of the front of the magazine, as she wants to do it as well. Loved the interview with Amy.

  • @carmenbailey1560
    @carmenbailey15605 ай бұрын

    I managed to get my magazine with your Heart of the Home Quilt. Looking forward to do my first log cabin quilt. Thanks for sharing 👍❤️🙂

  • @gailnash298
    @gailnash2985 ай бұрын

    I subscribe to the American Patchwork and Quilting magazine. I love this quilt and will be making the 18" log cabin pillow this week with your Strawberry Lemonade jelly roll. Your fabrics make me happy. 😃 Just beautiful! Thank you! 🤗

  • @pamelaemery7225
    @pamelaemery72255 ай бұрын

    Hi Sherri, Billy Billy, you are so comfy now in front of the camera. Great Job guys

  • @montepep3216
    @montepep32165 ай бұрын

    Just bought my copy of APQ magazine yesterday! (Barnes and Noble has a magazine section)

  • @mariawells8026
    @mariawells80265 ай бұрын

    I really appreciate the down to earth way of both of you Ladies. So giving and willing to share your gifts with all of us. Thank you! Also, Sherri I bought the magazine specifically for your pattern. Thank you very much for sharing your beautiful pattern.

  • @Ohiogirl454
    @Ohiogirl4545 ай бұрын

    I'm so excited for Amy's new line! Beautiful colors!

  • @brendawall7846
    @brendawall78465 ай бұрын

    Just signed up for Amy’s blog. Thank you for introducing her to some of us.

  • @caroline-brisbane8577
    @caroline-brisbane85775 ай бұрын

    missed you Chelsei, but great to see Billy filling in for you. 👋 Sherri enjoyed your interview with Amy

  • @LpoolDogLover
    @LpoolDogLover5 ай бұрын

    Thank you Sherri and Billy for a great podcast. Billy was right about his Super Bowl pick! Sherri, I ordered the Cozy Earth Body Butter that you mentioned! Can't wait to get it! Thank you!!

  • @MarciaALW
    @MarciaALW5 ай бұрын

    My two favorite quilt bloggers!

  • @pamstout1309
    @pamstout13095 ай бұрын

    Your work is amazing Sheri. Love Hearts of the Home.

  • @robertaarrowsmith2860
    @robertaarrowsmith28605 ай бұрын

    My magazine arrived Friday. What a darling quilt. I look forward to making it. The Log Cabin is one of my favorite quilts to make. I love the little blocks in the centers. 😍❤️🧵🪡

  • @nancystruble8305
    @nancystruble83055 ай бұрын

    Good Morning ☀️I particularly enjoyed this interview as the first big quilt I made (after retiring) used Amy’s directions for a square in a square block. I was so happy with it!

  • @melindafisher1584
    @melindafisher15845 ай бұрын

    Loved hearing both your and Amy's quilting journeys. Great interview. I've been searching locally for the APQ magazine for the Hearts of Home pattern, and finally found it in a grocery store! Making the little banner first...it will make a great practice piece for the quilt pattern.

  • @alicekarr2400
    @alicekarr24005 ай бұрын

    Hi Sherri I know this is off topic but I your skin looks so hydrated with your makeup. Would you mind sharing what products you use? This was a great interview. I took the day off and got to watch it this morning. Your prediction was right Billy- superbowl.

  • @vivianburrus8085
    @vivianburrus80855 ай бұрын

    Great interview! Knew of her as a quilt designer but not that she designed fabric.

  • @Lonequilter22
    @Lonequilter225 ай бұрын

    I am so happy that EQ and the magazine teamed up with you for this quilt along. This pattern is beautiful and I am already making stars.

  • @user-cb9kz2lj6n
    @user-cb9kz2lj6n5 ай бұрын

    Oh my goodness!! My strawberry lemonade fabric came on Friday, and I love it! I can't wait to make the heart of the home quilt which will be my first log cabin quilt. Thank you Sherri & Chelsi for designing beautiful fabric to sew with!! ❤

  • @joanneseeger5271
    @joanneseeger52715 ай бұрын

    Great interview!

  • @alisadanner5204
    @alisadanner52045 ай бұрын

    I'm so excited to start this quilt. I got a fat quarter bundle when you gave us the hint about it. I love the pattern

  • @terryconner4854
    @terryconner48545 ай бұрын

    Good pick Billy! It was a great game as both teams were great.

  • @galehusom7266
    @galehusom72665 ай бұрын

    Yay for Billy being up front.😊

  • @nancystruble8305
    @nancystruble83055 ай бұрын

    Good call, Billy! 🏈

  • @suemooney7710
    @suemooney77105 ай бұрын

    Is there a kit for the wall quilt. It is fabulous.

  • @deborah1555
    @deborah15555 ай бұрын

    So charming ❤

  • @katherinem7835
    @katherinem78355 ай бұрын

    Oh gosh, i was thinking that Billy was going to ssy these were his quilts. Lol.😅

  • @8machines62
    @8machines625 ай бұрын

    I tried to find the magazine with this quilt, at a grocery store. It had no quilting magazines but it did have 3 witches magazines.

  • @helenpeddycord2241

    @helenpeddycord2241

    5 ай бұрын

    @8machines62- unfortunately, there are “these” stores in our area as well. Seems all they have available are what’s referred to as “gossip & garbage propaganda.” Hope you find it soon. Such a wonderful pattern💕🧵

  • @caroline-brisbane8577
    @caroline-brisbane85775 ай бұрын

    Click .... Subscribe ..... getting close to ..... 100k. 🎉

  • @euniceh9851
    @euniceh98515 ай бұрын

    Every Quilter could use body butter

  • @sheryllayher8626
    @sheryllayher86265 ай бұрын

    Love you and your quilts! This video was really hard to watch with the picture flipping back and forth, I would have really enjoyed a split screen instead.

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