Quilting on the Side

Author: Andi Stanfield and Tori McElwain

Co-hosts Tori McElwain of HeyTori and Andi Stanfield of True Blue Quilts share real talk about what it takes to grow a successful quilting business while balancing full-time work, family life, and creative energy.Whether you're into quilt pattern design, longarm quilting, teaching workshops, or selling handmade products, you'll find practical tips and honest conversations here. We cover everything from digital marketing and course creation to time management and the mindset shifts needed to build a sustainable, fulfilling side hustle.This show is your go-to guide for running a profitable quilting business on the side - with encouragement, strategy, and plenty of real-life stories from the stitching trenches.
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Season 5 Recap
Episode 17
Tuesday, 9 December, 2025

Send us a textIn this episode, Andi and Tori reflect on their journey through five seasons of the Quilting on the Side podcast. They discuss the importance of community engagement, key business insights shared throughout the season, and highlight memorable guests who brought unique perspectives to the quilting industry. The conversation also touches on industry trends, the impact of AI, and preparations for the upcoming year, emphasizing the need for collaboration and support within the quilting community.Chapters00:00 Reflecting on Five Seasons of Podcasting05:02 Engaging with the Community10:50 Key Business Insights from Season Five16:56 Guest Highlights and Unique Perspectives24:20 Industry Trends and Future Directions30:20 Planning for the Holidays and Beyond39:04 Looking Ahead to Season SixMentioned in this Episode:Craft to Career Podcast with h+h Americas’ Darrin Stern https://quilterscandy.com/hhSeason 5 Guests:Jennifer Long @sewastory_jenniferlongDara Tomasson @dara_tomassonTasha Hayes @tashaquiltsTheresa Benson @theaiquilterLaureen Smith @ttquiltsMeredith Marsh @meredithmarsh.coJessica Steele @jessicasteeledesignand Karlee Porter @karleeporterdesignWant More Quilting Business Content?🔗 Support us on Patreon for exclusive perks🔗 Grab Tori’s new book, Workshops Unleashed📌 Follow us on InstagramCo-Hosts:Tori McElwain @heytori.techAndi Stanfield @truebluequiltsSupport the showIf you want more support with your quilting business, make sure to hit follow.