Rona the Ribbiter

Take a trip with me, your host, as I traverse the globe giving you inside looks into our vast quilting world! You'll get front row seats to how a quilt show comes together, interviews with vendors, how a quilt pattern is born, where barn quilts come from and SEW MUCH MORE! You can also expect a healthy dose of tips, tricks and shenanigans just for good measure. :D Won't you join me for a quilt adventure? Learn more about me and my quilting travel fun at Ronatheribbiter.com! You can also find me all over the interwebs using @RonatheRibbiter!

In episode 4 of 'Behind the Quilts' podcast I sit down with Andi Stanfield of True Blue Quilts. Andi shares with us what exactly is monochromatic quilting and all the different ways you can make quilts using this monochromatic quilting style. Plus, Andi dives into her quilting experience helping with her mother's shop, writing quilting books with her mom, and her many travels with the US Navy! Find me on the web! Website: https://ronatheribbiter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronatheribbiter

In this week's Story Time with Ribbit block... I explain how I plan a quilt shop hop! How to plan your route, how many shops to visit in a day and how long you'll be on the road! Plus... Check out the FULL SHOW HERE! https://rumble.com/voiqqh-quilting-across-nevada.html You can see the complete show notes and links on the website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com/quiltng-across/nevada Shop for all your official traveling quilter goodies at the Rona the Ribbiter store: http://RonatheRibbiter.com/rtrshop Follow more of my adventures: Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter

In the week's episode we continue our cross country journey through the state of Nevada. And oh boy were we surprised at what we found along the way!! Plus... How to plan a shop hop, TWO quilt shops, a little Nevada history and... All that and more on this week's episode of Rona the Ribbiter, the Traveling Quilter! Find all the show notes, links and extras for this episode: https://ronatheribbiter.com/quilting-... Do you have a quilting travel question? Let me know if the comments and I'll answer more questions each week! NEW MERCH! My Traveling Quilter books, quilt patterns, quilt shirts, quilting gifts and much more! http://RonatheRibbiter.com/rtrshop Follow more of my adventures: Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter

Have you ever wondered "Do Quilters really travel?" I get asked this question ALL the time! Here, in my first episode I'll give you a look at just how big our quilting travel world is, what kinds of quilting travel is out there plus... story time with Ribbit! Subscribe to my weekly newsletter at RonatheRibbiter.com. Do you have a quilting travel question? Let me know if the comments and I'll answer more questions each week! My book, "Tips for the Traveling Quilter" is available now on Amazon.com. Also you can find my book, patterns and much more on my website, RonatheRibbiter.com! Plus, follow more of my adventures on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram using @RonatheRibbiter.

As the Traveling Quilter, I've been to several Quilt Museums around the United States. However, by far, the Missouri Quilt Museum in Hamilton, MO is my favorite! In this episode, I get to show exactly why it's my favorite! Plus... 1:45 - Nat'l Quilt Museum Permanent Collection 2:44 - 1974 Celebrity Signatures Quilt 4:00 - 1891 Crazy Quilt 5:12 - Miniature Quilts Collection 6:12 - WWII Quilt Collection For Show Notes, Fun Facts and links to all the places discussed in this video, go to: https://ronatheribbiter.com/hamilton-mo-part2/ To watch The BEST of Hamilton, MO Part One: https://rumble.com/v1fk28j-the-best-of-hamilton-mo-part-one.html For more tips, tutorials and behind the scenes footage from Hamilton and much more, go to: https://www.patreon.com/quilterscommunity LET'S CONNECT! Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter

One of my favorite regional destination quilt shows has to be the Great Wisconsin quilt show. Not only is it a staple in Madison, WI but it is also one of the most unique quilt shows in the country! Want to know why? Hear it directly from someone who helped found the show! 1:08 How did the GWQS get started? 3:17 What all can you find at the GWQS? 3:24 Global Artisans 3:56 Catherine Redford's Dorset Buttons 5:00 Sawyer Creek Artistry 5:47 The Toy Department! 6:44 Quilt to Give Charity 7:58 Hope 2 Others Charity 9:23 Project Lydia Charity 10:07 MANY QUILTS!! 13:23 Best in Show 13:46 My Favorite quilt of the show For more information about ALL the vendors shown and mentioned in this episode, plus more information about the Great WI Quilt Show, check out the GWQS Show Notes here: https://ronatheribbiter.com/2022wi-quilt-show/ Watch Stitch It Sisters videos here: @StitchitSisters Watch episodes of Sewing with Nancy here: @SewingWithNancyWithNancyZieman Go here: @pbswisconsin to learn more about all their great work! Want to visit the Great Wisconsin Quilt Show? Go here: https://quiltshow.com/ For more tips, tutorials, videos, patterns and to join our online Quilter's Community, visit: https://www.patreon.com/quilterscommunity To stay up to date on all my worldly travels with tips, discounts and TONS of quilting fun, sign up for my bi-weekly newsletter at: https://ronatheribbiter.ck.page/9b4902ca25 LET'S CONNECT! Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter Buy me a coffee!? https://ko-fi.com/ronatheribbiter

Welcome to Rapid City, South Dakota! Are you heading up to see Mount Rushmore, the Bison at Custer Park, or perhaps the Crazy Horse monument? Make sure you save time for a visit to the 'City of Presidents' and a stop in to Quilt Connection Etc quilt shop! Have you ever taken a selfie with a US President? 1:40 - Things to do around Rapid City 2:00 - What is the Crazy Horse Monument? 2:34 - Where the Presidents came from 3:40 - Walk through the Quilt Shop! For more information on Quilt Connection, Etc. and Show Notes go to: https://ronatheribbiter.com/quilt-connection-etc/ For more tips, tutorials, videos, patterns and to join our online Quilter's Community, visit: https://www.patreon.com/quilterscommunity LET'S CONNECT! Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter

Have you ever wondered how to make a thimble? In this episode I introduce you to Jan Larson from ThimblesForYou.com as we take a look inside her fascinating workshop! We discuss her silversmithing process, various DETAILED products and even how to size your finger for a proper thimble fit! 1:55 - How Jan got started Silversmithing 4:01 - How to Make a Thimble (Lost Wax Process) 7:12 - How Jan gets those FABULOUS design on such small thimbles! 10:25 - What about Arthritis knuckles? 11:41 - How to size your Thimble 13:37 - More of her AMAZING products! 14:55 - More in depth how to process the Thimbles For more information on Jan, her Thimbles and Show Notes go to: https://ronatheribbiter.com/thimbles-for-you/ For more tips, tutorials, videos, patterns and to join our online Quilter's Community, visit: https://www.patreon.com/quilterscommunity To stay up to date on all my worldly travels with tips, discounts and TONS of quilting fun, sign up for my bi-weekly newsletter at: https://ronatheribbiter.ck.page/9b4902ca25 LET'S CONNECT! Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter

Have you always wanted to visit Hamilton, Missouri and MSCQ, but not sure what all to see and do? In part one of the BEST of Hamilton, MO series I show you a little history of Hamilton, one of the museums, another famous face and, of course, Jenny Doan and the Missouri Star Quilt Co crew! Plus... To Watch Episode 2 of the BEST of Hamilton, MO: https://rumble.com/v1hak32-the-best-of-hamilton-part-2-the-missouri-quilt-museum.html For Show Notes and links to all the places discussed in the video, go to: https://ronatheribbiter.com/hamilton-mo-part1/ For more tips, tutorials and behind the scenes footage from Hamilton and more, go to: https://www.patreon.com/quilterscommunity LET'S CONNECT! Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter

You know the saying, "Anything that can go wrong will go wrong"? Well that Murphy was a smart guy, as we found out right after we crossed into Utah. However, that little breakdown turned into a grand adventure! Plus... Ribbit’s Tip of the Week at 3:58 #FunFacts of the largest salt concentration in the US at 6:52 My Girlfriend’s Quilt Shop Spotlight at 13:00 All that and more on this week’s episode of Rona the Ribbiter, the Traveling Quilter! SMASH THAT RUMBLE BUTTON!! Find all the show notes, links and extras for this episode: https://ronatheribbiter.com/life-hands-scraps/ Do you have a quilting travel question? Let me know if the comments and I'll answer more questions each week! NEW MERCH! My Traveling Quilter books, quilt patterns, quilt shirts, quilting gifts and much more! http://RonatheRibbiter.com/rtrshop Follow more of my adventures: Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter

In this Ribbit's Tip of the Week block I walk you through exactly how to pack your sewing machine to take on board an airplane! There's no reason to leave it at home for that next big cross country trip! Check out the FULL SHOW HERE! https://rumble.com/vnx8fr-reno-or-bust.html Shop for all your official traveling quilter goodies at the Rona the Ribbiter store: http://RonatheRibbiter.com/rtrshop Follow more of my adventures: Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter

Ever wondered what there is to do in Hershey, PA? Well... it IS home of Hershey's chocolate! Follow along on part one of my Indiana to New York road trip and find out the best way to spend the day in Hershey, PA! You never know what surprises lay in store on a road trip!! Tune in next week for Part 2 when we continue on through Philadelphia, Princeton, NJ and the Bronx! For more tips, tutorials, videos, patterns and get early video access, join our online Quilter's Community here: https://www.patreon.com/quilterscommunity To stay up to date on all my worldly travels with tips, discounts and TONS of quilting fun, sign up for my bi-weekly newsletter here: https://ronatheribbiter.ck.page/9b4902ca25 LET'S CONNECT! Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter Buy me a coffee!? https://ko-fi.com/ronatheribbiter

In this week's Quilt Shop Spotlight block... Take a tour with Sandy and me through the Windy Moon quilt shop in Reno, Nevada! Check out the FULL SHOW HERE! https://rumble.com/vnx8fr-reno-or-bust.html Shop for all your official traveling quilter goodies at the Rona the Ribbiter store: http://RonatheRibbiter.com/rtrshop Follow more of my adventures: Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter

Picture it. You're on a #ShopHop #roadtrip and run out of ice for your cooler. What are you going to do? 😲 There's so many goodies in that bag that MUST last another 2 days!!! 😱 Don't worry. I got you!! 💚😎 What car cooler is that? This one - https://amzn.to/3NoUCEc Want more Quick Stitches? Go HERE - https://www.youtube.com/RonatheRibbiter/playlists For more tips, tutorials, videos, patterns and get early video access, join our online Quilter's Community here: https://www.patreon.com/quilterscommunity To stay up to date on all my worldly travels with tips, discounts and TONS of quilting fun, sign up for my bi-weekly newsletter here: https://ronatheribbiter.ck.page/9b4902ca25 LET'S CONNECT! Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter Buy me a coffee!? https://ko-fi.com/ronatheribbiter

Want to take your sewing machine with you on vacay but YOU'RE FLYING!? No worries!! Here's a Quick Stitch rundown on how you do it. :D For the full rundown on how to take your sewing machine on an aircraft, check out the big blog here: https://ronatheribbiter.com/sewing-machine-on-airplane/ For more tips, tutorials, videos, patterns and get early video access, join our online Quilter's Community here: https://www.patreon.com/quilterscommunity To stay up to date on all my worldly travels with tips, discounts and TONS of quilting fun, sign up for my bi-weekly newsletter here: https://ronatheribbiter.ck.page/9b4902ca25 LET'S CONNECT! Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter Buy me a coffee!? https://ko-fi.com/ronatheribbiter

In this week's Story Time with Ribbit block... Quilters are an amazing group of people. In fact, if it wasn't for them, I may have never made it to Ireland! Check out the FULL SHOW HERE! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ID-Z-wmAecQ Shop for all your official traveling quilter goodies at the Rona the Ribbiter store: http://RonatheRibbiter.com/rtrshop Follow more of my adventures: Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter

It's always special when you come across a wonderful family run quilt shop in the most unlikely of places. But this family will make you feel more than welcome even before you step in the front door! Let me introduce you to Glenda's Sewing Cupboard in St. Joseph, Missouri. For more information on Glenda's Sewing Cupboard and Show Notes go to: https://ronatheribbiter.com/glendas-sewing-cupboard/ JOIN THE QUILTER'S COMMUNITY! Your home for quilting Inspiration, Information and Fellowship! For more information, go to: https://www.patreon.com/QuiltersCommunity LET'S CONNECT! Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter

Welcome to Fairfax, Iowa! A quilting gem just outside Cedar Rapids, Iowa where you'll find multiple quilt shops, an incredible German heritage town and some of the most beautiful fabric in the US! Say hello to Frond Design Studios and fabric designer, Stephanie Brandenburg! 0:25 - What are the Amana Colonies? 1:50 - Fern Hill Gifts and Quilts 3:10 - the massive Fern Hill Quilt Shop! 3:56 - Hello Frond! 4:45 - How Stephanie began designing fabric 5:43 - Where did the name 'Frond' come from? 6:27 - What makes Frond designs so unique? 6:58 - What inspires Stephanie's designs 8:22 - How the paintings become fabric For more information on Frond, Fern Hill, the Amana colonies and all the links, check out the Show Notes page: https://ronatheribbiter.com/frond-fabrics/ For more tips, tutorials, videos, patterns and to join our online Quilter's Community, visit: https://www.patreon.com/quilterscommunity To stay up to date on all my worldly travels with tips, discounts and TONS of quilting fun, sign up for my bi-weekly newsletter at: https://ronatheribbiter.ck.page/9b4902ca25 LET'S CONNECT! Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter

Have you heard of the Dignity Statue? The amazing Native American woman holding a giant quilt? I finally got to check this one off my big Traveling Quilter Bucket List! OH MY is this a fascinating statue!! 1:07 Where is Dignity? 1:27 Who made the Dignity Statue? 2:07 What quilt is Dignity holding? 2:48 How did Lone Star quilt get it's name? 3:07 What makes Dignity's quilt so special? 4:11 What is nearby Dignity Statue? 4:53 What is the meaning of the Lone Star quilt and where did it come from? 5:26 When was Dignity Statue made? For more information about Chamberlain, South Dakota and all the links presented in the episode, check out the Dignity Show Notes here: https://ronatheribbiter.com/dignity-statue-yt/ For more tips, tutorials, videos, patterns and to join our online Quilter's Community, visit: https://www.patreon.com/quilterscommunity To stay up to date on all my worldly travels with tips, discounts and TONS of quilting fun, sign up for my bi-weekly newsletter at: https://ronatheribbiter.ck.page/9b4902ca25 LET'S CONNECT! Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter

In the first episode of 'Stitching the Globe', we kick things off in the grand ole' city of London, England. Follow me as we explore Great Britain's capital in search of the perfect Quilt Photo! #StitchtheGlobe For more about my trip around London and all the Show Notes for this episode go to: https://ronatheribbiter.com/welcometotheuk SUBSCRIBE TO THIS CHANNEL & CONNECT W/ RONA! Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com To stay up to date on all my worldly travels with tips, discounts and TONS of quilting fun, sign up for my bi-weekly newsletter at: https://ronatheribbiter.ck.page/9b4902ca25

As THE Traveling Quilter, I've gone on so many road trips (solo and with passengers) that I've honed my system for packing the car to get everything I need, exactly where I need them. How do you organize your car for a Road Trip? For more tips, tutorials, videos, patterns and to join our online Quilter's Community, visit: https://www.patreon.com/quilterscommunity To stay up to date on all my worldly travels with tips, discounts and TONS of quilting fun, sign up for my bi-weekly newsletter at: https://ronatheribbiter.ck.page/9b4902ca25 LET'S CONNECT! Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter

What happens when a Quilt Pattern Designer decides to turn her narrow boat into a sewing studio!? #StitchtheGlobe For more about Tracy and her "Little Boat" and Show Notes for this episode go to: https://ronatheribbiter.com/stg-stitchingonthecut SUBSCRIBE TO THIS CHANNEL & CONNECT W/ RONA! Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com To stay up to date on all my worldly travels with tips, discounts and TONS of quilting fun, sign up for my bi-weekly newsletter at: https://ronatheribbiter.ck.page/9b4902ca25

In this week's Quilt Shop Spotlight block... Take a tour with Stephanie and me through the fabulous Quilt Parlor in Battle Mountain, Nevada! Check out the FULL SHOW HERE! https://rumble.com/voiqqh-quilting-across-nevada.html For full show notes and links, check out the full post on my blog: http://RonatheRibbiter.com/quilting-across-nevada Shop for all your official traveling quilter goodies at the Rona the Ribbiter store: http://RonatheRibbiter.com/rtrshop Follow more of my adventures: Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter

In this week's Quilt Shop Spotlight block... Take a tour with Adam and me through My Girlfriend's Quilt Shoppe in Sandy, Utah! SMASH THAT RUMBLE BUTTON!! Check out the FULL SHOW HERE! https://rumble.com/vqdm07-when-life-hands-you-scraps...-make-a-quilt.html Shop for all your official traveling quilter goodies at the Rona the Ribbiter store: http://RonatheRibbiter.com/rtrshop Follow more of my adventures: Website: http://RonatheRibbiter.com Facebook: http://Facebook.com/RonatheRibbiter Pinterest: http://Pinterest.com/RonatheRibbiter Instagram: http://Instagram.com/RonatheRibbiter