Stargaze on a Quilt: Light Pollution, Dark Skies, and Quilting with Sarah Martin
Stargaze on a Quilt: Light Pollution, Dark Skies, and Quilting with Sarah Martin  
Podcast: The Quiltbound Podcast
Published On: Thu Mar 05 2026
Description: Note: This episode was originally recorded before our rebrand, so you'll hear references to Quilt Scouts throughout the conversation. Quilt Scouts is now Quiltbound, but the projects, tips, and creative adventures we share are just as relevant today. Thanks for being here, and welcome to Quiltbound!In this episode, I’m joined by Sarah Martin, Chief Development Officer at Dark Sky International, a global nonprofit working to reduce light pollution and restore our connection to the night sky.We talk about:• What light pollution actually is• The five principles of responsible outdoor lighting• How artificial light impacts wildlife and even scientific discovery• How to find International Dark Sky Places around the world• Simple ways to advocate for darker skies in your own neighborhoodResources Mentioned in This EpisodeDark Sky International Website: https://darksky.orgFind a local chapter: https://darksky.org/who-we-are/chapters/Five Principles of Responsible Outdoor Lighting: https://darksky.org/resources/guides-and-how-tos/lighting-principles/International Dark Sky Places interactive map: https://darksky.org/what-we-do/international-dark-sky-places/Community advocacy toolkits: https://darksky.org/what-we-do/advancing-responsible-outdoor-lighting/darksky-outdoor-lighting-codes/“How to Talk to Your Neighbor” guide: https://darksky.org/resources/what-is-light-pollution/light-pollution-solutions/lighting/my-neighbors-lighting/Capture the Dark Photography Contest (submissions open in June, winners announced in August) https://darksky.org/what-we-do/events/photo-contest/Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darksky_orgInternational Dark Sky WeekApril 13–20Dedicated website with toolkits, trivia night guides, book display ideas, and community event resources https://idsw.darksky.orgStargazing AppStar Guide (mobile app for identifying stars, planets, and satellites)Books Sarah RecommendsSleepless by Annabel Abbs-StreetsNight Magic by Leigh Ann HenionWant to Keep the Adventure Going?The Quiltbound Badge Club is an online membership for adventurous quilters who want more creativity, confidence, and connection — one badge at a time.👉 Learn more and join here:https://quiltbound.com