In this episode, I chat about fun quilt patterns, many cross stitch projects, a mid-year goal check, and a giveaway for the Support Group quilt pattern!
(Note: This giveaway is closed) If you would like to win the Support Group quilt pattern, just leave a comment on this blog post.
(Disclosure: Some of these are affiliate links, which means I make a small commission if you buy from them, at no additional cost to you. Rest assured that I only recommend products that I know and love.)
Quilting Links
- Scrappiness is Happiness Quilt Along info
- Scrappiness is Happiness quilt book
- Support Group Quilt Along info
- Support Group quilt pattern
- Lori Holt 2023 planner
Cross Stitch Links
- Support Group cross stitch pattern (floss pack and floss keeper)
- Stitch Cards (Set M with teapot and teacup)
- Flea Market Flowers cross stitch pattern
- Nichol Spohr Flosstube
- BCG Flosstube
- My Creative Corner3 Flosstube (with floss drops made from a Cricut)
- Elizabeth Ann Can Stitch Flosstube



Books
- Glass Hotel by Emily St. John Mandel
- All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot
- The Complete Adventures and Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes (audiobook)
- Stitches in Crime series by ACF Bookens (books 1-3)
- The Perfect 100 Day Project by Rich Armstrong
Inexpensive places to get books
TV Shows
- Top Gun: Maverick
- Only Murders in the Building
- Bosch Legacy
- Better Call Saul
- Queens of Mystery
- A Place to Call Home
Miscellaneous Links
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Hi Kristin, how kind of you to gift the Lori Holt, Support Group, pattern to one of us! I would love to have the pattern and then, stitch it up – in honor of a friend and a family member who are also survivors. I love Lori Holt’s work, and Kimberley’s generosity (yours, too!) is always appreciated. Thanks again, Joni
I just adore Lori Holt and I would love the quilt pattern. The Fat Quarter Shop is awesome and I’m so glad they sponsored this episode. Enjoy your fabulous trip and the rest of the excitement for you and your family in September.
Kristen. I love your podcast! We are in the same stage of life and it is like having a cup of tea with and old friend.
I love Lori Holts creations, and always looking for scrappy ideas.
Enjoy your vacation!
Cheryl
Hi. Love your podcasts!! So informative, great variety and love the vibe. I would love to try the Support Group cross stitch project!
Hi Kristen! Thanks for another podcast—it brightens my day when I know there’s a new episode for us. 🥰 My mom is a 2x BC survivor and I am so grateful and thankful she is still here with us. I enjoy hearing about your new x-stitch passion but glad you’re still sewing. No matter which direction you go in, I will always be an enthusiastic supporter and follower. Have a great September and a fantastic trip!
I just found your podcast! Thank you for the giveaway.
I can’t wait to order Lori Holt’s new book. Actually looking forward to seeing it.
I really enjoy The Fat Quarter Shop with Kimberly Jolly!
Love your podcast and the support group pattern is adorable. Have a wonderful vacation!
Hi Kristin! Love your podcast and the support group pattern is adorable. Have a wonderful vacation!
Hey Kristin, love the podcast. You’ve given me some great recommendations for books and shows! I love Lori Holt and would love the pattern. I’ve made one of her quilts from her Farm Girl vintage book. The fact that its spiral bound is such a blessing! Can’t wait to hear how your vacation goes, hope you have a great time!
Hi Kristin – I really enjoy listening to your podcast. I love to quilt and you are very interesting to listen to as I sew. Thanks! Id love to win your giveaway. Keep doing your podcast!!!
Thanks for the giveaway! Great podcast.
I’m a longtime listener and always find Tips, Titles and Top shows. Thanks for continuing to put forth the effort and time to produce this podcast.
Love listening to your podcast. I have read several books you recommended and have enjoyed them so much. I also look forward to hearing what you’re watching and have gotten several great watches from your lists. I quilt and cross-stitch. Currently, I am cross-stitching Lori Holt’s Flea Market Flowers design. It has turned out to be a bit of a long term project. Enjoy your trip to Italy- it is an amazing place!
Guess what? There are literally hundreds if not thousands of YouTube videos of knitters. We just call them podcasts. I’m also stitching Flea Market Flowers. Nice giveaway, I’d love that journal. Safe travels
I really enjoy your Podcast I am looking forward to hearing all about your trip.