Sew & So...

Feb 27 2025 106 ep. 39 mins 92
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Sew & So is a casual conversation with a special member of the sewist and quilting community. A casual conversation about how they got started, what inspires them and what excites them. Sew & So is brought to you by BERNINA - Made To Create.

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Adam Brand – A Legacy in Bloom: The Story of M&S Schmalberg Flowers

Feb 27 2025 61 mins  
In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of an extraordinary family business—M&S Schmalberg Flowers, the last of its kind in America. Since 1916, this fourth-generation company has been handcrafting exquisite artificial flowers for fashion, Broadway, Hollywood, and high-profile designers. Our guest, Adam Brand, shares the incredible history of the company, from its humble b

Linda Z’s First-Ever Fall Festival of Sewing, Embroidery, and Quilting: Behind the Seams

Feb 13 2025 26 mins  
Step inside the buzz and excitement of Linda Z’s inaugural Fall Festival of Sewing, Embroidery, and Quilting! In this episode, we take you back to Fall 2024, where a brand-new event made waves in the sewing community. From October 17–19, 2024, in Glenview, IL, this festival brought together industry experts, top educators, passionate vendors, and enthusiastic attendees for a we

Vickie Coleman & Allison Rainboth – Quilt Appraisers. For What It’s Worth!

Jan 30 2025 58 mins  
: In this fascinating episode of the Sew & So Podcast, we sit down with two renowned quilt appraisers, Vickie Coleman and Allison Rainboth, for an engaging discussion on their passion for quilting, their expertise in quilt appraisal, and their personal quilting journeys. Allison, originally from California, has a background in biology and has called Wisconsin home since 1992. A lif

Michelle Renee Hiatt – American Quilter’s Society. Trust the Process

Jan 16 2025 42 mins  
Meet Michelle Renee Hiatt, the dynamic Executive Show Director at the American Quilter’s Society. From her impressive corporate career to her passion for quilting, Michelle shares her inspiring journey of leadership, creativity, and her vision for the future of the quilting community.

Threads of Valor: Lexie Millikan's Journey in Art, Quilting, and Leadership at the Quilts of Valor Foundation

Jan 02 2025 30 mins  
In this insightful and inspiring episode, we sit down with Lexie Millikan, Executive Director of the Quilts of Valor Foundation. Lexie shares her journey as an artist, educator, and leader, her unique approach to quilt making, and her global adventures in connecting with artisans through the UNESCO Creative Cities Network. Learn about the incredible work of the Quilts of Valor Foun

Terry Grahl – Enchanted Makeovers - Love is in the Details

Dec 19 2024 28 mins  
This episode’s guest is Terry Grahl the Founder and CEO of Enchanted Makeovers, a national non-profit charitable organization based in Taylor, Michigan. She started Enchanted Makeovers after a life-changing visit to a shelter for women and children in Michigan.

100th Episode – Celebrating 100 and Featuring Bisa Butler in Episode #1

Dec 05 2024 39 mins  
Welcome to the 100th episode of Sew & So! We’re celebrating an incredible milestone for this podcast, which began back in February 2021 with our very first guest, the extraordinary artist Bisa Butler. Thanks to the support of BERNINA, Sew & So has become a vibrant community where sewists and quilters who are creators, innovators, and artisans come together to share their stories.

Houston Festival 2024 – A Golden Anniversary Celebration

Nov 21 2024 52 mins  
Welcome to Sew & So, brought to you by BERNINA, made to create! I’m Meg Goodman, and today, you’re in for an exclusive treat. Join me on a behind-the-scenes tour of a truly extraordinary milestone—the 50th anniversary of the Houston Quilt Festival. This isn’t just any quilt show; it’s an international celebration of artistry, creativity, and history. We’ll be diving d

Lina Owen – Growing the Latino Quilting Community and Staying True to My Why

Nov 07 2024 40 mins  
In this inspiring episode, we welcome Lina Owen, founder of BlueBelle Designs and co-owner of Quilting with Latinas. Born and raised in Colombia, Lina came to the United States in 2006, having studied International Business in Bogotá. She discovered quilting through her mother-in-law and YouTube tutorials, and in just four years, she has honed her craft and made a significant impa

Lynn Schmitt - Risk Taker, Rule Breaker - Living in the World of Why Not

Oct 24 2024 39 mins  
Join us for an energetic and inspiring conversation with Lynn Schmitt, the fearless owner of A Different Box of Crayons in Glen Ellyn, IL. Discover how her journey from commercial interior designer to pattern and quilt kit creator took unexpected twists. Learn how Lynn's bold approach to art and design has led her to embrace innovation and take risks in the world of quilting—proo