Ever felt guilty for stepping away from your sewing machine? Here’s your warm, heartfelt reminder that quilting—and your creativity—will always welcome you back.

🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE:

I'm sharing a vulnerable and beautiful update on why I took an extended break from YouTube this summer, what I did instead and what it means to come back to quilting without guilt. If you've been feeling "behind" creatively, this one's for you.

💡 EPISODE TAKEAWAYS:

Why it's okay to press pause (even when it wasn’t planned)

The gentle way quilting welcomes us back

A reminder that creativity works in seasons

How to restart your quilting groove without pressure

A warm invitation to reconnect with your sewing space (on your terms)

💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION:

What helped you come back to quilting after a break?

🧵 JOIN THE STITCH SISTER INNER CIRCLE:

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00:00 Intro  

00:52 Life Happened & I Hit Pause  

02:17 A Summer of Presence (and No Regrets)  

03:44 Quilting Waits for You Like an Old Friend  

05:05 I'm Back—And So Is the Creative Mess  

06:18 A Gentle Nudge for Your Return Too  

07:28 Stitch Sister Inner Circle Invitation  

08:03 What’s Coming Next (and Why I'm So Excited!)  

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