The Straight Stitch: A Podcast About Sewing and Other Fiber Arts · Episode 17 · May 12, 2026 · 40 min

An Unusual Connection Between Quilting and Electricity

Send us feedback about this episode! Today’s guest is Christine Lewis—quilter, teacher, bagmaker, and electrician. Christine shares how her creative journey through quilting has unfolded alongside her career as a wireman for the city of Tacoma, Washington. A chance suggestion from a friend led her into the skilled trades, where she developed leadership, management, and teaching skills that now serve her well as a business owner and sewing instructor. Our conversation explores creativity, craf...