On today's episode of the Craft Industry Alliance podcast, we’re talking about fabric design with my guest Kim Kight.

Kim Kight started in the craft blogging world in the 2000s, first with a personal sewing and knitting blog then her fabric news blog, True Up. She is the author of the book "A Field Guide to Fabric Design" in 2011 with Stash Books, which is still in print. She started designing with Cotton + Steel Fabrics in 2013, now Ruby Star Society since 2018. She lives outside of Austin, TX with her family and pets.

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On today's episode of the Craft Industry Alliance podcast, we’re talking about crochet design with my guest, Brittany Garber.

Britt is the creative force behind KnotBadBritt—a name that’s become synonymous with bold color, approachable crochet design, and thoughtful community-building in the fiber arts world. With over five years of experience as a designer and educator, Britt is known for patterns that are both playful and practical, helping makers grow their skills with confidence. She’s also the founder of the Makers of Color Collective, an initiative focused on amplifying diverse voices and fostering deeper inclusion across our industry.

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This episode is sponsored by QT Fabrics.

Discover the creativity behind QTFabrics! From vibrant prints to endless textures, our collections are crafted to elevate every quilting and sewing project.

We proudly celebrate the artistry of beloved designers Jane Maday, Andrea Lavery, Kate Lower, and Dan Morris, and we’re thrilled to welcome fresh inspiration from Emily Lamb as well as Elaine Hooley of Soho Studios, London.

At QTFabrics, every yard tells a story. Let it help you tell yours.

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To get the full show notes for this episode visit Craft Industry Alliance where you can learn more about becoming a member of our supportive trade association. Strengthen your creative business, stay up to date on industry news, and build connections with forward-thinking craft professionals. Join today.

On today's episode of the Craft Industry Alliance podcast, we’re talking about quilting with my guest Maria Shell.

Maria’s work is grounded in the tradition and craft of American quilt making. She strives to take the classical components of a traditional bedquilt and manipulate them with the hope of creating surprising combinations of pattern, repetition, and color for the viewer.

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This episode is sponsored by Quarry Books.

Check out Crochet Your Celebrity Crush with Lee Sartori! This book provides 15 amigurumi patterns to create adorable, crocheted versions of famous actors, musicians, and athletes. You can stitch your very own Harry Styles, Pedro Pascal, and more with Lee’s step-by-step instructions, suitable for crocheters of all skill levels.

Crochet Your Celebrity Crush is available now from Quarry.

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To get the full show notes for this episode visit Craft Industry Alliance where you can learn more about becoming a member of our supportive trade association. Strengthen your creative business, stay up to date on industry news, and build connections with forward-thinking craft professionals. Join today.