The First Stitch: Every Quilter Has a Story
By: Lisa Donnelly
Language: en-us
Categories: Leisure, Hobbies, Crafts, Arts, Visual
Discover the shared experiences that connect all quilters. The First Stitch is the podcast dedicated to celebrating the journeys of the craft's most passionate members: YOU! Host Lisa Donnelly of Wild Plum Lane brings you short, impactful episodes that prove we are all more alike than we are different, no matter where or when we picked up our first set of needle and thread.Every week, you'll hear:-A Quilter’s Story: Hear the unique, personal accounts of how quilters began to quilt, overcome creative blocks, and found purpose in piecing. These are your stories, read aloud, emphasizing the universal th...
Episodes
Episode 1: My First Stitch Story + Tools to Help You Finish More Quilts
Jan 07, 2026In this episode, I’m sharing my own First Stitch story—from learning to sew with my mom and grandma, to returning to quilting (many!) years later and eventually founding Wild Plum Lane. It’s a little backstory on how quilting became such a meaningful part of my life.
Free Resources to Help You Finish More Quilts
To help you make progress on your works in progress, I’m sharing my free library of quilty planning and organization tools, including planners, WIP trackers, free patterns, and more.
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Duration: 00:04:23Episode 0: Trailer
Dec 18, 2025Welcome to The First Stitch, where every quilter has a story. Join host Lisa Donnelly from Wild Plum Lane for a brand-new podcast celebrating the stories, tips, and connections that stitch our community together.
What to Expect:
-Short & Sweet: 5–10 minute episodes perfect for your morning coffee or a quick sewing break.
-Weekly Inspiration: New episodes drop every Wednesday.
-Practical Tips: Real-world advice on finishing your WIPs so you can start your next favorite project.
-Community Stories: Authentic "first stitch" moments from quilters just like you.
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