Inappropriate Quilters

Welcome back to another lively episode! Today, Leslie and Rochelle dive into all things fun, fabric, and life updates. Rochelle spills all the details from her recent quilting retreat in Shipshewana, sharing her clever strategy for tackling multiple projects and her fascinating observations of the local Amish community. Meanwhile, Leslie brings us up to speed on her latest completed longarming quilt for a friend—a stunning Highland Coo quilt—and shares the exciting, AI-designed transformation of her patio pathway.

The chat doesn't stop at the sewing machine! The duo talks about preparing for upcoming adventures, including Rochelle’s family trip to Hawaii and Leslie’s fun plans for the Tulsa State Fair and an Ella Langley concert. They also get candid about closet purging, flight-booking strategies, and upcoming medical milestones, before wrapping up with inspiring recommendations for the winter sew-along. Tune in for plenty of laughs, crafty inspiration, and cheerful catch-ups!
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Welcome back to another thread-filled episode! Today, Leslie and Rochelle sit down for an action-packed catch-up session straight from the heart of the quilting community. From navigating the highs and lows of sewing retreats—including missing instructors, unexpected machine malfunctions, and pre-cutting mishaps—to celebrating recent show wins and discussing exciting new quilt patterns, this chat is packed with relatable moments every maker will love. Plus, the duo spills the tea on local discount fabric hunts, travel adventures, and even a few hilarious personal detours involving dental hygienist drama, Botox, and controversial Barbie dolls!

Grab your favorite cup of tea and your latest project as we dive deeper into the heartwarming and humorous side of the quilting life. Leslie and Rochelle talk through health updates, upcoming travel plans, and the creative joy of finishing special gifts like pieced-back quilts. Whether you're here for the fabric haul secrets, the pattern inspiration, or just to hear two passionate quilters laugh through life's unexpected snags, this episode is bound to keep your needles flying and your spirits high!
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In this action-packed episode, the girls dive into the high-energy world of outdoor adventure and creative pursuits! From building serious endurance for an upcoming climbing trip to Devil’s Tower and navigating safety on the rocks, to recounting wild travel mishaps, delayed flights, and secret cross-country road trips, this conversation is packed with fun stories. 

On the quilting front, the excitement continues with behind-the-scenes stories from a recent pet portrait workshop and the heartwarming reveal of a secret surprise quilt presentation in Kansas City! Rochelle also walks through her current  projects while sharing updates on upcoming retreats, guild events, and her focus on Art East designs. Tune in for a joyful mix of stitches, stories, and everyday inspiration!
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Welcome to another fun-filled episode of the podcast! In this episode, Leslie and Rochelle hang out with special guest Dee to chat about all things creative, candid, and quilty. Dee shares the exciting news about launching her Pixel Quilts website, a fabulous tool that converts your favorite photos into custom quilt patterns using top fabric lines. The group also dives into the secret world of their "Stitch and Ambush" project, sharing the joy and sneaky logistics of surprising inspirational makers with custom pixel quilts.

Beyond the cutting mat, the conversation gets real with heartfelt discussions on home renovations, family heirlooms, navigating menopause, and the life-changing benefits of hormone replacement therapy. Between longarm quilting updates and laughing over the messy reality behind social media, this episode is packed with warmth, inspiration, and honest talk. Tune in for a great reminder to stop waiting for perfection and just take the next step!
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Welcome back! In this episode, Leslie and Rochelle catch up on everything from recent reads, climbing training for Devil's Tower, and making Peking duck to dealing with a car accident involving Rochelle's daughter, Lena. They also chat about walking out of "Grease 2" at Circle Cinema, organizing quilt kits, working with a ScanNCut 325 machine, and completing embroidery projects like labeling quilts and making small pumpkin-shaped bags.
This is a great week to settle in, do some stitching, and cozy up to a podcast with your friends. So sit back, relax and enjoy this episode!
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