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Why I Created the Free Motion Quilting Masterclass
May 14, 2025 18 min

Why I Created the Free Motion Quilting Masterclass

Send us a textIn this episode, I share the story behind my Free Motion Quilting Masterclass, explaining how I discovered my passion for longarm quilting and developed techniques to help others mast...

Meet Blair Stocker of Wise Craft Handmade
May 07, 2025 37 min

Meet Blair Stocker of Wise Craft Handmade

Send us a textIn this episode, Susan interviews Blair Stocker of Wise Craft Handmade, discussing Blair's unique approach to color and value in quilt making, her journey as a crafter, and her reviva...

The Sweet Spot Between Excellence & Efficiency
Apr 30, 2025 17 min

The Sweet Spot Between Excellence & Efficiency

Send us a textIn this episode, I discuss how excellence and efficiency can coexist in creative entrepreneurship.Episode Highlights:Finding the balance between providing excellent service and mainta...

The Courage to Learn New Things
Apr 16, 2025 18 min

The Courage to Learn New Things

Send us a textIn this episode of Measure Twice, Cut Once, I explore the process of learning new skills and capabilities, both in quilting and in business. I share personal stories about taking on c...

Sarah Becvar: Threading Stories Through Fabric & Cards
Apr 09, 2025 32 min

Sarah Becvar: Threading Stories Through Fabric & Cards

Send us a textIn this episode, I welcome Sarah Becvar, a textile artist from England with over 20 years of experience creating machine embroidered textiles and greeting cards. Sarah shares her uniq...

15 Quilting Tools Hiding in Your Hardware Store
Mar 26, 2025 18 min

15 Quilting Tools Hiding in Your Hardware Store

Send us a textIn this episode, I explore unconventional and budget-friendly quilting tools that can be found at your local hardware store. As part of Season 5's focus on building a creative busines...

Engagement Magic: it Starts With a Story
Mar 19, 2025 19 min

Engagement Magic: it Starts With a Story

Send us a textIn this episode, I explore the power of storytelling in newsletters and email marketing for creative entrepreneurs. She shares how incorporating personal stories can dramatically incr...

Carina Gardner: A Creative Dynamo
Mar 12, 2025 32 min

Carina Gardner: A Creative Dynamo

Send us a textIn this episode, Susan welcomes Carina Gardner, a renowned fabric designer and CEO of multiple companies.  Carina, who has designed fabric for Riley Blake Designs, dies for Silho...

Snippets from QuiltCon 2025
Mar 07, 2025 50 min

Snippets from QuiltCon 2025

Send us a textJoin me at QuiltCon 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona! I had the pleasure to speak with vendors, attendees and teachers, and recorded them to share with you. Find out more about them below:Hol...

Navigating Creativity, Business, and Life with Amy Smart
Mar 05, 2025 39 min

Navigating Creativity, Business, and Life with Amy Smart

Send us a textIn the latest season of 'Measure Twice, Cut Once,' we dive into the world of creative entrepreneurship and quilting. Join me as I welcome Amy Smart, of Diary of a Quilter, a well-esta...

Collaboration Over Competition
Feb 19, 2025 9 min

Collaboration Over Competition

Send us a textIn this episode, I emphasize the importance, as I see it, of collaboration over competition. It's a beautiful thing when our quilting community shares knowledge, celebrates others' su...

Profitable Quilting - A Step by Step Pricing Guide
Feb 05, 2025 17 min

Profitable Quilting - A Step by Step Pricing Guide

Send us a textIn Season 5 of Measure Twice, Cut Once, the focus shifts to the business side of quilting and creative entrepreneurship. The season aims to share personal experiences and host guest d...