
The Secret Quilters is a podcast for the new generation of quilters—those who love the craft but aren’t afraid to question it.
We created this podcast because we kept asking the same question: Why isn’t anyone talking about this?
Quilting is creative, inspiring, and deeply rooted in tradition—but it can also be overwhelming, expensive, and, at times, a little stuck in the past. We believe there’s room for a more honest conversation.
Each week, we explore quilt shops, shop hops, fabrics, and tools—sharing real experiences, thoughtful critiques, and the kind of insights you usually only hear behind closed doors.
Episodes

7 days ago
7 days ago
59 min
Every quilter needs tools—but which ones do you really need? In this episode, Brennen and Mindy take a look at the essential quilting tools, starter kits, and the gadgets that promise to make quilting easier. From rotary cutters and rulers to irons, seam rippers, and those mysterious tools we never actually use, we're sharing what’s worth the money—and what might belong in the junk drawer.

Aug 17, 2026
Aug 17, 2026
45 min
Apparently, quilters are fluent in a second language—and no one gave us a dictionary! In this episode, Brennen and Mindy decode quilting jargon, from WOF and HST to UFOs, fat quarters, and more. If you've ever walked into a quilt shop and wondered, “What did they just say?” this episode is for you.

Jul 15, 2026
Jul 15, 2026
21 min
In this episode of The Secret Quilters, Brennen and Mindy are spilling the seams on their biggest quilting mishaps—from crooked seams and measuring mistakes to questionable fabric choices and projects that looked nothing like the pattern. If you've ever sewn something backwards, cut the wrong piece, or wondered how your quilt somehow ended up three inches too short... you're in good company.

Jul 15, 2026
Jul 15, 2026
42 min
In this episode of The Secret Quilters, Brennen and Mindy dive into first impressions of quilt shops and ask a question that's been on the minds of many quilters: Are quilt shops keeping up with today's quilting community?
From navigating your very first quilt shop visit to discussing the differences between traditional and modern quilting, we share our personal experiences, honest opinions, and the moments that inspired us to start this podcast. We also count down our Top 5 reasons some quilt shops may be struggling to connect with newer generations of quilters.

Jul 15, 2026
Jul 15, 2026
35 min
This episode introduces you the Mindy and Brennen. It also explores the reasons why they started The Secret Quilters podcast.

Jul 15, 2026
Jul 15, 2026
21 min
In this episode of The Secret Quilters, Brennen and Mindy are spilling the seams on their biggest quilting mishaps—from crooked seams and measuring mistakes to questionable fabric choices and projects that looked nothing like the pattern. If you've ever sewn something backwards, cut the wrong piece, or wondered how your quilt somehow ended up three inches too short... you're in good company.

Jul 15, 2026
Jul 15, 2026
42 min
In this episode of The Secret Quilters, Brennen and Mindy dive into first impressions of quilt shops and ask a question that's been on the minds of many quilters: Are quilt shops keeping up with today's quilting community?
From navigating your very first quilt shop visit to discussing the differences between traditional and modern quilting, we share our personal experiences, honest opinions, and the moments that inspired us to start this podcast. We also count down our Top 5 reasons some quilt shops may be struggling to connect with newer generations of quilters.

Jul 15, 2026
Jul 15, 2026
35 min
This episode introduces you the Mindy and Brennen. It also explores the reasons why they started The Secret Quilters podcast.
