From Peking Duck to Pumpkin Bags: Life & Embroidery

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!Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

In this action-packed episode, the girls have their friend,Jenelle as a guest and she drops the ultimate news: Foxy's Stitching Studio is officially opening its doors in Owasso! From navigating abandoned middle schools to finding the absolute perfect sweet spot for a community space, the girls dive into the wild journey of bringing this new quilting hub to life. Jenelle spills all the details on upcoming open sew days, retreat plans, community service projects, and her exciting new role as sales manager for Quilting.com!Of course, no stitch session is complete without plenty of side-gabbing! The conversation bounces from incredible $1.49 Aldi bag modifications and clever cat-calming hacks to medical updates, cherry-themed fashion trends, and progress on the legendary "Son of a Nutcracker" quilt. Grab your favorite fabric scraps, settle in, and join the fun for an episode full of big announcements, creative inspiration, and endless laughs!Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

Welcome to another wildly fun episode where we prove that going live on YouTube completely by accident is actually the best way to kick off a great chat! In this episode, the girls sit down for an impromptu catch-up that covers everything from the hilariously confusing days of the week to some serious health talk about hormone therapy, mammograms, and the quest for 90 grams of protein daily. We also take a moment to honor the legendary Dolly Parton and remember a dear childhood friend, Bridget, reflecting on the beautiful, naturally spinning wheel of life. Through the laughs and the heartfelt moments, it’s a beautifully candid reminder that we’re all just figuring it out as we go!The creative sparks are truly flying as we dive headfirst into the wonderful world of crafting and quilting! Get ready for the inside scoop on Rochelle's progress with her gorgeous McKenna Ryan "Dog Park" quilt, some heavy-duty pattern-theft drama on Etsy, and Leslie's sweet plans to whip up Peter Pumpkin totes for the grandkids. Plus, we talk about the ultimate patience test of waiting for a delayed Scan-A-Cut machine from World Widener and the absolute joy of discovering a Mary Poppins doll pattern that brings back the sweetest childhood memories. Grab your favorite beverage, cozy up, and join us for this delightful medley of stitches, stories, and pure friendship!Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

Get ready for an action-packed episode as we dive into a little bit of everything! We are sharing the scoop on Leslie's recent quest for a better doctor experience. But it's not all medical talk—we are also dishin' on some wild local news about a nearby tank fire, sharing a hilarious story about a quilting group secretly playing blackjack, and giving a major shout-out to the power of friendship and supporting each other through life's ups and downs.Of course, we couldn't forget the crafty updates! We are talking about the ultimate historical makeover as Leslie details the multi-generational restoration of her mother's vintage 1970 Sears Kenmore sewing machine—complete with big plans for a fresh coat of white Dixie Belle paint. Plus, we are breaking down the latest progress on the "Son of the Nutcracker" quilt project with "2 L Michelle", sharing our favorite fabric starching tips, and chatting about some heartwarming animal rescue stories.Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

Welcome back, quilting friends! In this episode, Leslie and Rochelle catch up on all things sewing, life, and the hilarious moments in between. They kick things off with a laugh about an incredibly tall 7 Brew Coffee bouncer and the daily struggle of keeping up with Instagram when you’d rather be stitching. Leslie dishes on an amazing $80 Target bag find and recent retreat fabric hauls, and Rochelle on her new Thursday schedule over at the Merc. Plus, they dive into some sweet family updates, Leslie's exciting upcoming trip to Germany, and the unexpected culprit behind Leslie’s wrist injury—an old can opener!From sourdough bread adventures to Captain Hook quilts, this chat is packed with creative inspiration. The duo explores everything from the handy Whatnot app for fabric hunting to how Lance is optimizing space by hanging equipment from the ceiling. Rochelle also shares the details on the upcoming guild meeting where members are decorating mannequins for the "Cups of Courage" breast cancer awareness project. To wrap it all up, Rochelle shares a heartwarming story about a former student that will absolutely touch your heart. Grab your current stitching project, press play, and join the fun!Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

Welcome back to another episode where we recap the latest "Inappropriate Quilters Retreat" at Osage Hills. In this post-retreat catch-up, the girls dive into the wild success of hosting 8 amazing participants. From crafting prosperity hens, mosaics, and buntings to behind-the-scenes role as a pattern tester, we kept our creative hands full. We also share Rochelle's adventures braving the chaotic lines at 7 Brew coffee shop for free t-shirts and refreshers. Plus, we pull back the curtain on what it really takes to feed a hungry crowd and manage a retreat.But it wasn't all smooth sailing in the heat! We laugh about Rochelle's intense experience burning boxes in scorching weather. Between daily sourdough baking, fabric shopping sprees at Red Barn with Brenda, and deep chats, this retreat was one for the books. We also reflect on the unique differences between hosting versus attending an event and the challenges of scheduling our next getaway around everyone's packed calendars. Grab your sewing supplies and join us for all the behind-the-scenes gossip, laughs, and quilting camaraderie!Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

In this episode, Leslie and Rochelle catch up on their busy lives and share the behind-the-scenes preparation for an upcoming five-day quilt retreat for 11 people. Rochelle details her extensive prep work, from feeding her sourdough starter and baking fresh bread to the logistics of grocery shopping and packing ingredients using a resourceful orange lake cooler. The conversation also weaves through personal updates, including Leslie's recent garage cleanup that provided closure after a job transition, Ro's husband Lance's lakeside antics, and her ambitious family travel plans to Japan for her daughter’s 40th birthday—with the ultimate goal of helping her granddaughter visit all seven continents by age 13.The duo also dives deep into the world of quilting, sharing delightful stories and valuable industry insights. Rochelle recounts a memorable experience teaching a needle felting class to Jenny Doan and her talented granddaughter. From researching the latest affordable lap app attachments at Missouri Star to discussing the ethics of human nature in the science fiction book "Upgrade" and recommending "Theo of Golden," this episode is packed with laughter, quilting inspiration, and heartfelt life updates.Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

In this episode, we are thrilled to sit down with the incredibly talented Julie Porter, the creative mind behind Farmhouse Cottons. Julie takes us behind the scenes of her gorgeous sewing space in Siloam Springs and shares her amazing journey into the world of primitive quilting. We chat about her mentor Sherry Payne, hilarious teaching mishaps like a literal candle fire, and the emotional connection to history and heritage that quilting brings to all of us.We also dive deep into some fun quilting tips and techniques, from Julie’s unique right-side freezer paper appliqué method to Rochelle's wild plans for a graffiti-style painted quilt. Plus, Julie breaks down the story behind her popular "Christmas Bleu" pattern and we debate the ultimate question: what are your top three P's? Tune in for a warm, chatty conversation filled with laughs, creative inspiration, and a reminder of why the quilting community is so incredibly special.Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

Get ready for a jam-packed episode where we dive deep into the heart of the quilting community! We’re sharing all the fun details from a recent quilting retreat, including a clever UFO quilt exchange and the heartwarming project of making bears from antique scraps. Plus, Leslie opens up about her massive "spring cleaning" turned organization overhaul and the joy of passing down tools and fabric to the next generation of quilters. It’s all about clearing out the old to make room for new inspiration!We also tackle the "not-so-seamless" side of things, from troubleshooting podcast tech glitches to tracking down missing Amazon orders. But the excitement doesn't stop there—we’re talking about Leslie’s winter sew-along sponsorship with Laurastar, Rochelle’s secret 35-pound button project, and even some tips on using ozone machines for your vintage finds. Grab your favorite project and join us for a conversation full of quilting tips, personal updates, and a lot of laughs!Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

In this episode, Leslie and Rochelle dive into a colorful mix of quilting updates and life adventures! From the excitement of a button project using Lori Holt fabrics to the preparation for upcoming quilting retreats in Missouri, they share their latest creative sparks. We also hear about Rochelle's mission to find rare Starbucks glass bear mugs, a surprising conversation with a tobacco distributor on a plane, and her plans for an upcoming trip to Europe to hunt for the perfect Black Forest cuckoo clock.The conversation gets real with heart-to-heart updates on family health and the everyday hurdles of being a maker, including managing arthritis while appliqueing and navigating a green algae bloom in the swimming pool. Between tips on needle turn applique and the best thread colors for the "Stillwater" quilt, they reflectson the importance of fellowship in the quilting community. It’s an episode packed with crafty inspiration, personal anecdotes, and plenty of "quilty" fun!Send us Fan MailSupport the showFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior