In this episode Amanda chats with Abby of Abby Maed Studio. Abby  is a third generation quilter (her mom quilts too!) and has been quilting and sewing as long as she can remember. She learned to quilt from her grandma who shares the same middle name, Mae, which was inspiration for the name of her business. Abby had a career in politics as a policy analyst, and as things became remote, and her work decreased, she began her journey into the world of pattern design. Abby is not only an Art Gallery Sewcialite for 2023, but she is one of The Nine Patch Quilt Collective. Their introductory project is the Sweater Weather Sampler. Each of the Nine designed a block for the cozy autumn-inspired quilt. Head to Abby's shop (or any of the Nine Patcher's) to get your Sweater Weather Sampler today! Find Abby here!website: https://www.abbymaed.com/instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymaed/Want to see more? You can find it here: MERCH!!!! : nygqs.printify.me Patreon: patreon.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow Become a patron and get a NYGQS sticker and early access to episodes! Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeadesigncompany https://www.instagram.com/notyourgrannysquiltshow YouTube: https://youtube.com/@notyourgrannysquiltshow Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetPeaDesignCoShop Want to be on the show? Send us a message!