Stitched Podcast https://stitched.podbean.com Join Simple Simon and Company as they walk you through the history of your favorite quilt blocks and patterns while weaving in personal stories and insights about the ties that bind. Fri, 31 May 2019 13:47:55 -0300 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2018 All rights reserved. Society & Culture:History 1440 episodic Join Simple Simon and Company as they walk you through the history of your favorite quilt blocks and patterns while weaving in personal stories and insights about the ties that bind. Simple Simon and Company Simple Simon and Company No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/3465685/stitched_logo3.jpg Stitched Podcast https://stitched.podbean.com 144 144 Up Close It's Just a Bunch of Little X's Up Close It's Just a Bunch of Little X's https://stitched.podbean.com/e/up-close-its-just-a-bunch-of-little-xs/ https://stitched.podbean.com/e/up-close-its-just-a-bunch-of-little-xs/#comments Fri, 31 May 2019 13:47:55 -0300 stitched.podbean.com/up-close-its-just-a-bunch-of-little-xs-a34e649e7738dd6ee9a2b49c2466de61 Up close it's just a bunch of little X's but when you step back and take a look at the whole picture a beautiful image emerges.

Join Elizabeth and liZ as they recount the history of cross-stitching...from ancient Egypt tombs to Catherine of Aragon's underwear and from 1980's Christmas ornaments to it's new modern feminist twists...this episode promises to be an interesting ride!

]]> Up close it's just a bunch of little X's but when you step back and take a look at the whole picture a beautiful image emerges.

Join Elizabeth and liZ as they recount the history of cross-stitching...from ancient Egypt tombs to Catherine of Aragon's underwear and from 1980's Christmas ornaments to it's new modern feminist twists...this episode promises to be an interesting ride!

]]> Simple Simon and Company false No 1019 17 full I was right...this race would be epic. I was right...this race would be epic. https://stitched.podbean.com/e/i-was-rightthis-race-would-be-epic/ https://stitched.podbean.com/e/i-was-rightthis-race-would-be-epic/#comments Fri, 24 May 2019 22:33:28 -0300 stitched.podbean.com/i-was-rightthis-race-would-be-epic-6b75e826bfbc5411221d323d9e551700 Whether you are running a race or creating a quilt you are never alone as long as you carry with you the memories and the lessons learned from your loved ones.  Join liZ and Elizabeth as they talk about running marathons and the history of Sampler Quilts.  Then stayed tuned for "I've Got a Notion" to hear all about how the zipper came into being.

]]> Whether you are running a race or creating a quilt you are never alone as long as you carry with you the memories and the lessons learned from your loved ones.  Join liZ and Elizabeth as they talk about running marathons and the history of Sampler Quilts.  Then stayed tuned for "I've Got a Notion" to hear all about how the zipper came into being.

]]> Simple Simon and Company false No 1167 16 full Sanctuary Sanctuary https://stitched.podbean.com/e/sanctuary-1557848285/ https://stitched.podbean.com/e/sanctuary-1557848285/#comments Tue, 14 May 2019 12:38:05 -0300 stitched.podbean.com/sanctuary-1557848285-74b7f8faf7af8a5a592576dfc81b6a31 Lemony Snicket said in his first book of “A Series of Unfortunate Events” Sanctuary is a word which here means a small, safe place in a troubling world.  

Join Elizabeth and liZ as they walk you through the art of creating a french knot, the history of the Notre Dame cathedral, and of course, creating a sanctuary.

]]> Lemony Snicket said in his first book of “A Series of Unfortunate Events” Sanctuary is a word which here means a small, safe place in a troubling world.  

Join Elizabeth and liZ as they walk you through the art of creating a french knot, the history of the Notre Dame cathedral, and of course, creating a sanctuary.

]]> Simple Simon and Company false No 1117 15 full It Takes A Hive It Takes A Hive https://stitched.podbean.com/e/it-takes-a-hive/ https://stitched.podbean.com/e/it-takes-a-hive/#comments Tue, 07 May 2019 14:51:29 -0300 stitched.podbean.com/it-takes-a-hive-b6d5837e56a76dd7a053214c06288bd5 It takes a hive of about 60,000 bees all working at the endless cycle of pollinating, gathering nectar to make golden, delicious honey...and it takes a hive of women an afternoon gathered around a set of frames to hand quilt about 60,000 stitches into a quilt top.

Travel back in time with Elizabeth and liZ to the days of quilting bees to learn about their origins...and discover that you might just need to hold a quilting bee of your own.

]]> It takes a hive of about 60,000 bees all working at the endless cycle of pollinating, gathering nectar to make golden, delicious honey...and it takes a hive of women an afternoon gathered around a set of frames to hand quilt about 60,000 stitches into a quilt top.

Travel back in time with Elizabeth and liZ to the days of quilting bees to learn about their origins...and discover that you might just need to hold a quilting bee of your own.

]]> Simple Simon and Company false No 892 14 full The Joy of Painting...and of Quilting The Joy of Painting...and of Quilting https://stitched.podbean.com/e/the-joy-of-paintingand-of-quilting/ https://stitched.podbean.com/e/the-joy-of-paintingand-of-quilting/#comments Tue, 02 Apr 2019 15:48:36 -0300 stitched.podbean.com/the-joy-of-paintingand-of-quilting-0e7ded1f3eb7994afdd54cf6afc859c7 Bob Ross was a master of helping those painting along with him enjoy the journey...and embracing the idea that there are no mistakes, only happy little accidents.  Join liZ and Elizabeth in this episode of Stitched as they discuss Bob Ross, crazy quilts, and the imperfect perfectness of quilting. 

]]> Bob Ross was a master of helping those painting along with him enjoy the journey...and embracing the idea that there are no mistakes, only happy little accidents.  Join liZ and Elizabeth in this episode of Stitched as they discuss Bob Ross, crazy quilts, and the imperfect perfectness of quilting. 

]]> Simple Simon and Company false No 986 13 full Forever in Blue Jeans Forever in Blue Jeans https://stitched.podbean.com/e/forever-in-blue-jeans/ https://stitched.podbean.com/e/forever-in-blue-jeans/#comments Thu, 14 Mar 2019 13:20:59 -0300 stitched.podbean.com/forever-in-blue-jeans-d65f31766facc179676b75795a5551f6 What do you get when you mix the history of indygo in the United States, the birth of the blue jeans, quilting, and Neil Diamond?  You get Episode 11 of Stitched "Forever in Blue Jeans".

And stick around at the end for our newest segment "I've Got a Notion"...in today's episode we are talking about pinking shears.

]]> What do you get when you mix the history of indygo in the United States, the birth of the blue jeans, quilting, and Neil Diamond?  You get Episode 11 of Stitched "Forever in Blue Jeans".

And stick around at the end for our newest segment "I've Got a Notion"...in today's episode we are talking about pinking shears.

]]> Simple Simon and Company false No 1085 12 full Hand Quilting in Paradise: Hawaiian Quilts Hand Quilting in Paradise: Hawaiian Quilts https://stitched.podbean.com/e/hand-quilting-in-paradise-hawaiian-quilts/ https://stitched.podbean.com/e/hand-quilting-in-paradise-hawaiian-quilts/#comments Tue, 26 Feb 2019 18:36:31 -0400 stitched.podbean.com/hand-quilting-in-paradise-hawaiian-quilts-33b08599caf4915949d5ddfa80d578e3 Traditional raw edge applique quilts from Hawaii are as striking as they are distinctive.  Join Elizabeth and liZ as they recount the origins of these beautiful quilts and then stick around for the new segment at the end of the episode called "I've got a notion" to find out why your pin cushion is shaped like a tomato.

]]> Traditional raw edge applique quilts from Hawaii are as striking as they are distinctive.  Join Elizabeth and liZ as they recount the origins of these beautiful quilts and then stick around for the new segment at the end of the episode called "I've got a notion" to find out why your pin cushion is shaped like a tomato.

]]> Simple Simon and Company false No 941 11 full Fabric, Gingham, and Quilts...OH MY!!! Fabric, Gingham, and Quilts...OH MY!!! https://stitched.podbean.com/e/fabric-gingham-and-quiltsoh-my/ https://stitched.podbean.com/e/fabric-gingham-and-quiltsoh-my/#comments Mon, 11 Feb 2019 17:47:17 -0400 stitched.podbean.com/fabric-gingham-and-quiltsoh-my-3e9effe29508ef7c2a967224b15cea23 It's hard to imagine The Wizard of Oz without picturing Dorothy in her iconic blue and white gingham dress...but where did this print come from and how was it named? 

Join Elizabeth and liZ as they wander down the yellow brick road retelling the history of one of the world's most recognizable prints...gingham.

And for gingham inspired projects visit Simple Simon and Company where you can find a pile checked quilt patterns and tutorials.  Like THIS TUTORIAL that walks you through how to make an oversized, gingham inspired baby quilt.

]]> It's hard to imagine The Wizard of Oz without picturing Dorothy in her iconic blue and white gingham dress...but where did this print come from and how was it named? 

Join Elizabeth and liZ as they wander down the yellow brick road retelling the history of one of the world's most recognizable prints...gingham.

And for gingham inspired projects visit Simple Simon and Company where you can find a pile checked quilt patterns and tutorials.  Like THIS TUTORIAL that walks you through how to make an oversized, gingham inspired baby quilt.

]]> Simple Simon and Company false No 660 10 full When You Look At The Bigger Picture When You Look At The Bigger Picture https://stitched.podbean.com/e/when-you-look-at-the-bigger-picture/ https://stitched.podbean.com/e/when-you-look-at-the-bigger-picture/#comments Tue, 22 Jan 2019 20:16:12 -0400 stitched.podbean.com/when-you-look-at-the-bigger-picture-c2110a86e33347ab209d1d3b5cbe11b5 Vintage Yo-Yo quilts were created using scores of hand stitched yo-yos.  Many of these yo-yo's were made with scrap fabric that when, upon closer inspection, and viewed separately from the quilt in its entirety aren't that charming.  But...when viewed in context with the rest of the quilt top create something magical.

Join Elizabeth and liZ for this episode of Stitched to learn all about the endearing history of yo-yo's.

And for more quilting inspiration, patterns, and tutorials check out their website:  Simplesimonandco.com

]]> Vintage Yo-Yo quilts were created using scores of hand stitched yo-yos.  Many of these yo-yo's were made with scrap fabric that when, upon closer inspection, and viewed separately from the quilt in its entirety aren't that charming.  But...when viewed in context with the rest of the quilt top create something magical.

Join Elizabeth and liZ for this episode of Stitched to learn all about the endearing history of yo-yo's.

And for more quilting inspiration, patterns, and tutorials check out their website:  Simplesimonandco.com

]]> Simple Simon and Company false No 742 9 full A Quilter's Heart is Golden A Quilter's Heart is Golden https://stitched.podbean.com/e/a-quilters-heart-is-golden/ https://stitched.podbean.com/e/a-quilters-heart-is-golden/#comments Wed, 09 Jan 2019 14:14:25 -0400 stitched.podbean.com/a-quilters-heart-is-golden-e9aaf63d8f07b3789bc5b07e141b245a One long day a penniless traveler, a terrible lightning storm, some homemade beef jerky, and and a group of strangers collided...reminding me that a quilters heart is golden.

Join Simple Simon and Company as they take you on a journey across the country to a parking lot late one night where they were introduced to the magic of the quilter's at Gee's Bend.

]]> One long day a penniless traveler, a terrible lightning storm, some homemade beef jerky, and and a group of strangers collided...reminding me that a quilters heart is golden.

Join Simple Simon and Company as they take you on a journey across the country to a parking lot late one night where they were introduced to the magic of the quilter's at Gee's Bend.

]]> Simple Simon and Company false No 1093 8 full Is There Anything Better than Butter? Is There Anything Better than Butter? https://stitched.podbean.com/e/is-there-anything-better-than-butter/ https://stitched.podbean.com/e/is-there-anything-better-than-butter/#comments Mon, 24 Dec 2018 14:46:05 -0400 stitched.podbean.com/is-there-anything-better-than-butter-dac82233737d861b1cea3782ef46c231 Butter: creamy, golden, and delicious has inspired more than delightful dishes and tempting desserts....it was the inspiration behind the Churndash Quilt Block.

Join Elizabeth and liZ as they walk you through the evolution of making butter, the creation of the Churndash quilt block, and "meet" Grandma Lova...pronounced "love with an A", in this brand new episode of Stitched.

And for more Churndash inspiration click on over to www.simplesimonandco.com.  There you can find Churndash quilts, pillows, and even pot holders.

]]> Butter: creamy, golden, and delicious has inspired more than delightful dishes and tempting desserts....it was the inspiration behind the Churndash Quilt Block.

Join Elizabeth and liZ as they walk you through the evolution of making butter, the creation of the Churndash quilt block, and "meet" Grandma Lova...pronounced "love with an A", in this brand new episode of Stitched.

And for more Churndash inspiration click on over to www.simplesimonandco.com.  There you can find Churndash quilts, pillows, and even pot holders.

]]> Simple Simon and Company false No 691 7 full If I Had a Million Dollars If I Had a Million Dollars https://stitched.podbean.com/e/if-i-had-a-million-dollars/ https://stitched.podbean.com/e/if-i-had-a-million-dollars/#comments Tue, 11 Dec 2018 14:07:12 -0400 stitched.podbean.com/if-i-had-a-million-dollars-b621f4c27403a2c9d43e190377ce570d If I Had A Million Dollars is an episode that combines frontier gardens, The Barenaked Ladies, Christmas trees, and chili all into one story about a little known quilt block called "Corn and Beans".

We hope you enjoy!

(And if you do will you consider leaving us a comment or a review?  That would help us tremendously!)

]]> If I Had A Million Dollars is an episode that combines frontier gardens, The Barenaked Ladies, Christmas trees, and chili all into one story about a little known quilt block called "Corn and Beans".

We hope you enjoy!

(And if you do will you consider leaving us a comment or a review?  That would help us tremendously!)

]]> Simple Simon and Company false No 615 6 full They Always Know How To Go Home They Always Know How To Go Home https://stitched.podbean.com/e/they-always-know-how-to-go-home/ https://stitched.podbean.com/e/they-always-know-how-to-go-home/#comments Tue, 27 Nov 2018 12:54:37 -0400 stitched.podbean.com/they-always-know-how-to-go-home-dd8f2410a9440690677d37162e7d3a16 Geese fly away from and return to the same location year after year...they always know how to go home.

Join Elizabeth and liZ as they talk about Flying Geese Quilt blocks and family traditions.

Then to find a step by step tutorial on how to make a Flying Geese Quilt Block check out THIS POST or to find some Flying Geese Quilt inspiration check out THIS POST.

]]> Geese fly away from and return to the same location year after year...they always know how to go home.

Join Elizabeth and liZ as they talk about Flying Geese Quilt blocks and family traditions.

Then to find a step by step tutorial on how to make a Flying Geese Quilt Block check out THIS POST or to find some Flying Geese Quilt inspiration check out THIS POST.

]]> Simple Simon and Company false No 481 5 full English Paper Piecing English Paper Piecing https://stitched.podbean.com/e/english-paper-piecing/ https://stitched.podbean.com/e/english-paper-piecing/#comments Tue, 13 Nov 2018 01:12:21 -0400 stitched.podbean.com/english-paper-piecing-f0599a5cdbbb12bd2e48f54b8edd4dbf English Paper Piecing is a historical method used to create quilt tops by hand one stitch at a time.  These hauntingly personable quilts are all just as lovely as they are unique.

Join us as we talk about what is at the core of these quilts...the handiwork...and how changes over time can only add beauty and depth to the mosaic...both in quilting and in motherhood.

And to check out a post that will walk you through a simple English Paper Piecing project you can click HERE.

]]> English Paper Piecing is a historical method used to create quilt tops by hand one stitch at a time.  These hauntingly personable quilts are all just as lovely as they are unique.

Join us as we talk about what is at the core of these quilts...the handiwork...and how changes over time can only add beauty and depth to the mosaic...both in quilting and in motherhood.

And to check out a post that will walk you through a simple English Paper Piecing project you can click HERE.

]]> Simple Simon and Company false No 439 4 full Broken Dishes Broken Dishes https://stitched.podbean.com/e/broken-dishes/ https://stitched.podbean.com/e/broken-dishes/#comments Tue, 23 Oct 2018 03:01:00 -0300 stitched.podbean.com/broken-dishes-d9d7733c3a8ec780c5f094a5926e066f Milk spills, dishes break, and accidents happen...over and over again...especially when raising children.  But how we handle these mishaps often can create an unexpected silver lining to the daily details of everyday life.

Join us for this episode of Stitched where we discuss one of the oldest documented quilt blocks...Broken Dishes.

And then afterward hop on over HERE to simplesimonandco.com to find a full tutorial on how to make your own Broken Dishes Quilt Blocks.

]]> Milk spills, dishes break, and accidents happen...over and over again...especially when raising children.  But how we handle these mishaps often can create an unexpected silver lining to the daily details of everyday life.

Join us for this episode of Stitched where we discuss one of the oldest documented quilt blocks...Broken Dishes.

And then afterward hop on over HERE to simplesimonandco.com to find a full tutorial on how to make your own Broken Dishes Quilt Blocks.

]]> Simple Simon and Company false No 391 3 full Log Cabin Quilt Blocks Log Cabin Quilt Blocks https://stitched.podbean.com/e/log-cabin-quilt-blocks/ https://stitched.podbean.com/e/log-cabin-quilt-blocks/#comments Mon, 08 Oct 2018 20:05:03 -0300 stitched.podbean.com/log-cabin-quilt-blocks-cdf3b15ec9d966b78b0d00e56c9afc93 150 years ago a quilt block rose to popularity and soon became an American quilting icon.  This block, of course, is the beloved Log Cabin. 

Times have changed since those first blocks were stitched on the frontier but what hasn't changed is the comfort of a handmade quilt that provides the recipient with the warmth of hearth and home. 

 

Over on Simple Simon and Company we have a variety of different Log Cabin Tutorials.

For a tutorial on how to make a Log Cabin Quilt Block click HERE.

For a tutorial on how to make an oversized ragged Log Cabin Baby Quilt click HERE.

For a tutorial (and template) on how to paper piece a Log Cabin Quilt Block click HERE.

]]> 150 years ago a quilt block rose to popularity and soon became an American quilting icon.  This block, of course, is the beloved Log Cabin. 

Times have changed since those first blocks were stitched on the frontier but what hasn't changed is the comfort of a handmade quilt that provides the recipient with the warmth of hearth and home. 

 

Over on Simple Simon and Company we have a variety of different Log Cabin Tutorials.

For a tutorial on how to make a Log Cabin Quilt Block click HERE.

For a tutorial on how to make an oversized ragged Log Cabin Baby Quilt click HERE.

For a tutorial (and template) on how to paper piece a Log Cabin Quilt Block click HERE.

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