Amanda grew up by the side of her mother's sewing machine, playing with buttons, zippers, and notions. She loved going to fabric stores at a young age. As a teenager she loved cross stitching and sewing shorts, scrunchies, and pillows. Amanda began quilting about 20 years ago when her friend showed her a quilt she made. It's her love of fabric that keeps her quilting. Amanda writes quilt patterns for publications and her Etsy shop, and she authors the Jedi Craft Girl blog. Amanda has a wide range of interests which are reflected in her fabric designs.

Amanda is married with 3 children. She can be found most days in her Southern California sewing studio with her trusty assistant Mufasa. Be sure to follow them on Instagram @jedicraftgirl.