Ep 017: Sewing Through Stress | A Surgeon’s Journey to Discovering Wellness through Quilting
In this episode of Patchwork Revival, I’m joined by a truly inspiring guest: Dr. Marissa Famularo, who is a vascular surgeon by day and a quilter by night. Marissa found her way to quilting during one of the busiest seasons of her life, and has found purpose through her sewing machine, creating beautiful, meaningful quilts—and helping others do the same.
Marissa opens up about how quilting became a powerful mental health tool for her, offering comfort, creativity, and a sense of community. We chat about how she’s now paying it forward by designing simple quilting kits and instructions that make it easy for even the busiest people to start stitching, and even shares ideas on how to engage kid’s creativity through sewing classes.
Together, we explore:
The mental health benefits of quilting and creativity
Building a supportive quilting community
Teaching kids to sew
Marissa’s stunning foundation paper-pieced quilt inspired by the Statue of Liberty (click here for photos: https://www.instagram.com/p/DIvuuQXxs1C/?img_index=1 )
Whether you're a lifelong quilter or just curious about how fabric and thread can bring healing and connection, this episode is for you! So grab your favorite handwork and get cozy - let’s celebrate Marissa & the story behind The Surgical Sewist!
Find Marissa at:
Her website: https://www.thesurgicalsewist.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheSurgicalSewist/
Purchase or donate a hand sewing kit HERE: https://www.thesurgicalsewist.com/shop
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Ep 016: From Scrubs to Scraps | Making Room for Quilting in a Busy Life
In this episode of Patchwork Revival: A Quilting Podcast, I’m chatting with Dr. Allee Nix—recent medical school graduate and passionate quilter—to explore how quilting has remained a grounding force in her life throughout an intense season of medical training.
From stitching with her mother and grandmother as a child to carving out precious time for sewing during med school, Allee shares how quilting became both a creative outlet and a form of self-care. We talk about honoring quilting legacies, staying connected to handmade traditions, and why the quilting community continues to be a source of strength and inspiration.
If you're a busy quilter looking for ways to prioritize your craft or someone seeking motivation to return to your sewing room, this episode will speak directly to you. Allee also offers simple, practical tips for making space for quilting—no matter how hectic life gets.
Whether you're a longtime listener or a new quilter looking for podcasts about creativity, women's stories, and the deeper meaning behind patchwork, this episode is a must-listen.
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Ep 015: Fabric, Finances & Friendship - How Quilters Can Thrive Despite Rising Costs
Episode 15: Fabric, Finances & Friendship: How Quilters Can Thrive Despite Rising Costs
In this episode of Patchwork Revival, I’m exploring how quilting continues to connect generations—especially during challenging economic times. As rising tariffs and inflation impact the cost of quilting for both quilters and quilting-adjacent businesses, this episode focuses on realistic, compassionate advice on how we can continue our craft without compromising our sense of community or creativity.
This episode is perfect for experienced or beginner quilters, and anyone who loves quilts of any kind! Enjoy encouraging insights on intentional quilting, budget-friendly fabric sourcing, and supporting small quilt shops, fabric designers, notion and fabric manufacturers, and even quilt pattern designers. I’ll also open up about my current quilting projects, personal reflections, and how quilting can be a powerful form of self-care and stress relief.
If you're looking for ways to keep quilting affordable, foster kindness in our community, and stay inspired during uncertain times—this episode is for you!
Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome to Patchwork Revival
00:59 – Community Announcements & Guidelines
02:51 – Personal Quilting Projects & Life Updates
10:51 – How the Economy is Affecting Quilters
23:16 – Supporting Quilt Shops & Makers
27:08 – Quilting with Intention & Mindful Spending
33:52 – Creative Ideas to Stay Inspired
42:46 – Final Thoughts & Encouragement
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Ep 014: Sewing Stories - Exploring Quilting Stories & Traditions with Kate Bierle of Due North Handmade
In this episode of the Patchwork Revival Podcast, I’m sitting down with Kate Bierle of Due North Handmade: a passionate quilter, pattern designer, and storyteller. Kate shares how her grandmother’s quilting legacy sparked her own creative journey, leading her to create stunning quilt designs that honor tradition while embracing modern creativity and innovation.
In this episode, we’re diving into:
✨ How Kate fell in love with quilting
✨ Her transition from hobbyist to pattern designer & quilting entrepreneur
✨ Her discovery of the history of the 'Ladies Wreath' quilt block and its ties to the suffragist
movement (find a FREE tutorial on Kate’s blog, HERE!)
✨ How quilting communities foster creativity, support, and lifelong friendships
✨ The importance of documenting your quilting journey for future generations
Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or dreaming of the quilt you’ll someday make, this episode is packed with inspiration, storytelling, and a pinch of quilting history.
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Find Kate on her website: https://duenorthhandmade.com/
Or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duenorthhandmade/
BLOG POST: https://duenorthhandmade.com/blogs/news/ladies-wreath
Don’t forget! Podcast listeners get a 15% discount in my pattern shop with exclusive listener code: REVIVAL
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Ep 013: Quilt Finishing 101: Ideas for Turning Your Quilt Top into a Masterpiece
It's time to transform your quilt top into a finished masterpiece! In this episode of Patchwork Revival, we explore the different methods of quilting—whether by hand, on a domestic machine, with a longarm, or using the traditional tying technique. Learn the pros and cons of each approach, tips for success, and how to choose the best method for your project. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced quilter, this episode will help you choose the perfect finishing technique to get your projects out of the WIP pile and into the cozy rotation!
LINKS:
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From family heirlooms to thrift store finds, every quilt holds a piece of history, and a little piece of a quilter’s heart. Join me every other week to get back to your quilting roots! We’ll celebrate quilts and the real people who made them, learn a little bit about the history of quilting, and have lots of fun exploring ways to reclaim tradition in a modern world.
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