Ever felt guilty for stepping away from your sewing machine? Here’s your warm, heartfelt reminder that quilting—and your creativity—will always welcome you back. 🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE:I'm sharing a vulnerable and beautiful update on why I took an extended break from YouTube this summer, what I did instead and what it means to come back to quilting without guilt. If you've been feeling "behind" creatively, this one's for you. 💡 EPISODE TAKEAWAYS:Why it's okay to press pause (even when it wasn’t planned)The gentle way quilting welcomes us backA reminder that creativity works in seasonsHow to restart your quilting groove without pressureA warm invitation to reconnect with your sewing space (on your terms) 💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION:What helped you come back to quilting after a break? 🧵 JOIN THE STITCH SISTER INNER CIRCLE:Need support while you find your spark again? Our private community of creative women is here to wrap you in sisterhood, not pressure → https://stitchsisterinnercircle.com 📚 RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED:🧵 Longarm Services & Instant Quote → https://stitch.academy/longarm-quilting☕ Buy Me a Tea → http://buymeacoffee.com/starsquilting🛍️ Shop My Tools & Workshops → https://ISeeStarsQuilting.com📸 Instagram → http://instagram.com/issq.longarmquilting📌 Pinterest → https://www.pinterest.com/ISeeStarsQuilting 00:00 Intro  00:52 Life Happened & I Hit Pause  02:17 A Summer of Presence (and No Regrets)  03:44 Quilting Waits for You Like an Old Friend  05:05 I'm Back—And So Is the Creative Mess  06:18 A Gentle Nudge for Your Return Too  07:28 Stitch Sister Inner Circle Invitation  08:03 What’s Coming Next (and Why I'm So Excited!)   #quiltingpodcast #quiltingforbeginners #stitchsisters #creativereboot #quiltlife  📌 DISCLAIMER: Some links may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting I See Stars Quilting and the Loose Threads & Stitches Podcast!