Measure Twice, Cut Once

Crafts #28

....and other life and business lessons learned from quilting. Makers have stories! And crafters have skills! 

In these casual chats and interviews, I (often with a guest) talk honestly about  creativity. The joy, and hope, and even healing it can bring, and the businesses we can build doing the things we love.

Why I Created the Free Motion Quilting Masterclass
May 14, 2025 – 18:08
Meet Blair Stocker of Wise Craft Handmade
May 7, 2025 – 37:26
The Sweet Spot Between Excellence & Efficiency
Apr 30, 2025 – 17:35
Meet Erynn Truexx: The Creative Mind Behind The Panto Shop Revival
Apr 23, 2025 – 33:49
The Courage to Learn New Things
Apr 16, 2025 – 18:03
Sarah Becvar: Threading Stories Through Fabric & Cards
Apr 9, 2025 – 32:39
Amy Lollis: Breaking Free from Creative Burnout & Finding Joy Again
Apr 2, 2025 – 32:40
15 Quilting Tools Hiding in Your Hardware Store
Mar 26, 2025 – 18:50
Engagement Magic: it Starts With a Story
Mar 19, 2025 – 19:36
Carina Gardner: A Creative Dynamo
Mar 12, 2025 – 32:47
Snippets from QuiltCon 2025
Mar 6, 2025 – 50:28
Navigating Creativity, Business, and Life with Amy Smart
Mar 5, 2025 – 39:00
Join the Journey: Quilting Adventures with Tour Host Kim Caskey
Feb 26, 2025 – 31:46
Collaboration Over Competition
Feb 19, 2025 – 09:06
Crafting Your Success Story: A Heart-to-Heart with Business Coach Tracy Beavers
Feb 12, 2025 – 39:24
Profitable Quilting - A Step by Step Pricing Guide
Feb 5, 2025 – 17:55
Fearless Pricing for Makers: Setting Rates That Match Your Skills, with Casey Brown
Jan 29, 2025 – 37:33
Threading the Needle: Balancing Creative Passion with Entrepreneurship
Jan 22, 2025 – 16:31
The Art of Creative Gatherings: How the 'Retreat Queen' is Stitching Together Community
Jan 15, 2025 – 33:08
Better Than Resolutions? How a Not-To-Do List Makes Room for What Really Matters
Jan 8, 2025 – 12:45
Karlee Porter - the Queen of Grafitti Quilting
Mar 5, 2024 – 44:52
Amy Freyn - Quilting in Quito, Equador
Apr 13, 2023 – 25:34
Carly and Lydia - The Shopping Channel Reimagined
Mar 15, 2023 – 50:56
Adria Good - the growth of a longarm quilter
Feb 28, 2023 – 45:02
Being Candid - there are HARD days!
Feb 22, 2023 – 09:19
Sam Alberts - building and pivoting a crafting business
Feb 15, 2023 – 27:40
Dixie Thue - Quilts & St Bernard Puppies
Feb 8, 2023 – 34:18
Tiny and Snail - Creating Cards With a Mission
Feb 1, 2023 – 44:19
Dara Tomasson - "Love Yourself Thin"
Jan 25, 2023 – 49:56
Jenn Geisbrecht - Building a Quilting Business
Dec 14, 2022 – 35:44
Dee Bradford - Finding freedom in freehand quilting
Oct 26, 2022 – 01:01:22
Why I Created the Freehand Quilting Masterclass
Oct 19, 2022 – 31:06
My take on the dreaded words...Quilt as Desired
Oct 12, 2022 – 10:40
Carina Gardner - Surface Designer and Business Builder
Oct 5, 2022 – 29:03
Eva and I Chat Up Scrappy Quilts
Sep 23, 2022 – 37:19
Eva and I Chat up Quilt Shows
Sep 14, 2022 – 31:56
Eva and I Chat Up Shop Hops
Sep 7, 2022 – 17:59
Eva and I Chat Up Quilt Retreats
Aug 31, 2022 – 29:51
Shannon Fraser - Modern Quilter
Aug 24, 2022 – 42:37
Lorinda Davis - Quilter's Planner
Aug 17, 2022 – 30:56
Courtney Kimball - One Common Thread Part 2
Aug 10, 2022 – 41:35
Courtney Kimball - One Common Thread, Part 1
Aug 3, 2022 – 41:35
Pat Sloan - Making Quilting Fun!
Jul 20, 2022 – 29:59
Darlene Girton - the Featherweight Doctor
Jul 13, 2022 – 44:27
Leisha Farnsworth - Longarmer and Digital Designer
Jul 6, 2022 – 40:33
Bethanne Nemesh - the Devil is in the Details
Jun 29, 2022 – 01:01:17
Ann Brauer - Creating Art Quilts that are Landscapes of the Imagination
Jun 22, 2022 – 27:57
Karlee Porter - Graffiti Quilter and Fabric Artist
Jun 15, 2022 – 46:29
Jenny Kae Parks - Quilting in COLOR
Jun 8, 2022 – 29:41
Tiffany Groff - Quilting is the BEST Therapy
Jun 1, 2022 – 31:33

Recent Reviews

PatternsOnThePrairie

SO GOOD!

Since I discovered you, I’ve been binge listening to your podcast! So much goodness for entrepreneurs! Thank you for all your wisdom.😊
Diana Ávila Crafts

Simply joyful

Hi Susan. I have enjoyed listening to your podcast. I find that it helps me remember why I love quilting and crafts and textiles in general. It motivates me to learn about other’s forms of art expressions. Thank you. Will you continue to make podcasts beyond April of 2023?
Bks4lou

Quilters Favorite

Susan has the best podcast for domestic and longarm quilters. She offers reliable tips and tutorials on YouTube and IG. She brings out the best of all interviewees. You will not be disappointed in her upbeat positive outlook on life.
pildoogs

Great podcast!!

This podcast is awsome in so many ways. The guest selection and subjects discussed are very engaging and cover lots of different quilting topics. Susasn shares lots of great information and has great questions specific to her guests. I really enjoy listening to this podcast on my way to work.
mimisquiltingcottage

I love this podcast!

I heard you on Quilter on Fire and started listening here, too. I love your attitude about quilting and life! I’ve started tuning in on YouTube; can’t get enough!
Nikliote923

Excellent podcast

Bethanne Nemesh’s interview was the first one I heard. Quite enjoyed listening to her talk about her journey into the quilting world. Her work is amazing and her advice at the end…truly thought provoking!
CoolBTL

Great show!

I love the format and the great discussions that she has with her guests. After just two episodes, I’m hooked. I’ve learned some things and have been inspired.
WKA3000

Great Podcast

I enjoy listening to your podcast. It is so inspirational to hear how others got started in their quilting journey. Thank you.
jwhitlark

Sweet & interesting

Susan is so kind and her conversations with guest reflects this kindness.
Lanejem

Great show

Thanks Susan. Guicy Guice is a lot of fun in person and you captured that with your questions and just letting him do him! His fabric is always lovely without being “sweet” and just reminiscent. I’m glad he’s quilting!
dibird70

Juices Flowing!

I recently learned that I have cancer and although I am assured that the Lord is with me through the upcoming treatments I am still not sleeping well. I just happened to find Susan the other day-first her podcasts and then on YouTube. She has awakened my quilting juices once again. So much so that it’s 4:15 am & I want to get out of bed and load a quilt onto my long arm! Thank you beyond words Susan.
Risoria13

Amazing!

Susan is a wonderful quilter! So knowledgeable, and I’m happy she shares her work here, through this podcast, and through other media. Great work!
NNP Quilter

I love this podcast!

I took an online class from Susan, and that led me to her podcast. She has such a comfortable and comforting style, and the information shared is so helpful. I love listening while I am piecing. I am so grateful to have discovered both Stitched by Susan Academy and Measure Twice, Cut Once! Thank you to Susan and Dave!
snookieknits

Love her podcasts and passion for quilting

I really enjoy Susan’s interview style and her love of quilting really shines through. I have enjoyed every podcast of hers I’ve listened to!
Grazor123

Such great teaching!

Susan is such a gifted teacher! She guides her guests into sharing useful information and tips. Susan always has the learner in mind, and you will learn something every time from her podcasts.
Braving Belle

Easy listen and informative!

I thoroughly enjoy listening to Susan, not only to learn more about quilters in our community, but also because she has such a lovely voice! She is so easy to listen to and highlights the journey of fellow quilters sprinkled with little tips along the way. Loved hearing more from Victoria of Midlife Quilter today!
Grfdave

Just a biased review

As her husband, I get to work on this podcast every episode. Watching Susan try something new and daring like a weekly podcast has been as impressive as her quilting is. If you ever wandered what you are capable of, follow this lady. She has completely re-invented herself and has made a worldwide community while doing it. I am a lucky guy.
Sew Purple

Just the Right Mix⭐️

Susan gives interesting and practical information in a casual but professional style—so grateful I found her💜
Deadbodysmith

I know this lady!

Susan has done so much work over the last few years quilting, teaching and sharing her passion for quilting with others. I am so glad to be along for the ride and this podcast is just her way of being able to give the world a glimpse into her life and the lives of those who share her passion for all things crafty.