Big Quilt Shows - Exhibiting, Lecturing, and Teaching - with Daisy Aschehoug

Big Quilt Shows - Exhibiting, Lecturing, and Teaching - with Daisy Aschehoug

Author: Sam Hunter March 18, 2026 Duration: 55:12

# 071 - Daisy Aschehoug returns the the podcast to talk about working for the big quilt shows, and the wide variations in compensation they offer.

As you well know, my biggest concern is always to challenge any model that relies on the underpaid labor of women for its success.

There are so many levers to pull in terms of paying people well (or at least fairly), and we talk about the pros and cons of some of the decisions both we and a venue can make. They can also be profitable in terms of exposure - which we all know is my least favorite currency!

It’s a great discussion that covers a lot - including making sure your contracts cover shipping (with tariffs) correctly.

Show Notes

Website - https://warmfolk.com/en-us

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/warmfolk/?hl=en @warmfolk

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/warmfolk

Heather Black - https://quiltachusetts.com/

Heather and Daisy’s book - Quilt Modern Curves & Bold Stripes: 15 Dynamic Projects for All Skill Levels - https://amzn.to/3KWpsXT

Studio Art Quilt Associate - SAQA - https://www.saqa.com/

Global Quilt Connection - https://www.globalquiltconnection.com/

Mary Lou Weidman - ​​https://www.marylouweidman.com/index.php

QuiltCon - https://www.quiltcon.com/home

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Embroidered Journey - www.embroideredjourney.com

Sam Hunter Art - www.samhunterart.com

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Sam Hunter has spent years running her own craft business, and in The Rev Craft Biz Podcast, she pulls up a chair with fellow quilters and makers to have the conversations they usually save for retreats or late-night texts. This isn't about abstract theory; it's the grounded, sometimes messy reality of turning a passion into a sustainable livelihood. Each episode feels like eavesdropping on a frank discussion between friends who understand the unique pressures of the creative marketplace. They dig into the practicalities of entrepreneurship-from pricing and production to marketing and mindset-while never losing sight of the art that started it all. You’ll hear honest stories about juggling creative work with administrative demands, strategies for avoiding burnout, and how to protect the time needed to actually make things. More than just business tips, this podcast explores how these individuals are actively working to reshape their corner of the craft industry into something more inclusive and supportive. For anyone who has ever felt alone at their sewing machine or workbench, wondering how to make it all work, Sam’s conversations offer camaraderie, actionable ideas, and a reminder that the path is always being stitched together one thread at a time. Tune in for a blend of solid business insight and genuine artistic community, all from voices who live this work every single day.
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