First Borns, Babies and Unicorns

Leslie is still deciding about her Bernina. She also has uncluttered her room. They talk about the Countdown to Christmas box from Missouri Star. While Leslie has been using all the things, Rochelle has been using some, but is also giving some of hers away. Construction in Leslie's area is so bad that Rochelle took forever to get to her house and now has a big plan to get home in the dark with Christmas cheer. Lyla got her Grinch quilt and also has a chance to meet the Grinch. Rochelle is preparing for sinus surgery and will have to learn how to breath out of her nostrils instead of her mouth. You won't believe what she is having to do to prepare! This is quite an episode! Enjoy!Special thanks to Osage Hills Retreat Center for sponsoring this week's podcast. Check out their availability at osagehillsretreatcenter.com.Send us a textFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

The girls talk Thanksgiving this week and do a recap of their retreat. They also talk about Leslie's addiction of Hallmark movies. You won't believe how this has evolved into a major problem for her. This year both girls received the Countdown to Christmas box and Leslie started talking about an idea to send Christmas cards to their folks. It is a hard time of year for those who have lost loved ones, so it's our opportunity as quilters to rally and do something kind. Thank you in advance for sending cards!To mail a Christmas card to the girls' folks:Leslie's Dad  Wendell Welbern33 GirardFort Smith, AR 72901Rochelle's Mom  Pat Rice5009 E Mulberry DrPhoenix, AZ 85018Enjoy this week's podcast. We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!Send us a textFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

This week is a treat! The girls did a live show from their retreat in Sunset, Texas at Sunset Retreat. They had a few shy listeners join and watch as they did the show. It was a great week making new friends and sewing up a storm. They didn't JUST sew all week. They ate a lot of great food, took short road trips to local quilt shops and got massages! This is a great episode to sit, stitch and enjoy like you're at retreat with them! So sit back, relax and enjoy the show!Send us a textFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

This week the girls are coming to you from Sunset, Texas at the Sunset Retreat and boy have they had a great time! You'll get to hear all about their projects, shenanigans and get the latest update on Rochelle's progress with a very long term project that she has been working on. They also chat about all of the projects they are seeing around the retreat and the status of Leslie's new Bernina. Find out how she is feeling about sewing on her Juki this week. So much fun and entertainment on this one live from Sunset! Enjoy!Cozy Earth - Enjoy the same pajamas as the girls! Use code IQ for 40% off your set of Cozy Earth pajamas! Click cozyearth.com!Send us a textFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

Countdown to Christmas OR Rochelle's Birthday? Rochelle started opening the Jenny Box for her countdown to her birthday and found a broken surprise. She checked Leslie's and her box was in tact. Leslie has decorated for Christmas and chat about all of her tree decorations. The girls are getting ready to go to retreat in Sunset, Texas and they talk about their prepared projects. Tis the season for stressing out long-armers around the world. Rochelle talks about the way she does long-arming during the holidays for her clients. Rochelle also has been searching for the Camille quilt and you'll have to find out if she has found it! They talk about piecing versus quilting. Which one are you? Enjoy this fun episode and stay inappropriate!Send us a textFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

The girls just got back from Market and Festival and talk about their differences as friends and business partners. It's so good to be able to be who you are and also be honest with friends so they can be the best versions of themselves. They also talk about Rochelle's over-purchase of fat quarter bundles at Market. Leslie finally makes a decision on the backing choice for her pixel quilt of her grandmother. They also are getting ready to go to a week long retreat. They talk about projects they plan to work on while at retreat. Rochelle talks about her Galentine's quilt that will be perfect for Leslie's granddaughter, Landyn. They also have a conversation about unicorns. Leslie may be changing her tune! You don't want to miss this hilarious, warm episode!Send us a textFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

This week, the girls were at International Quilt Market and had an extraordinary time meeting so many of their virtual friends in person! From reconnecting with Camille Roskelley to taking photos with Tula Pink, they had a blast! Hear all about their experience and who they met. They talk about new fabric lines that caught their eye, as well as new notions that will be coming out soon. Rochelle stayed for Quilt Festival and is taking all her favorite classes. You'll not want to miss the episode filled with yummy info about this year's best show... International Quilt Market and Festival in Houston, Texas!Send us a textFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

This week the girls catch up on Camp Rochelle Wanna Sew. Also, there were sit ins for Leslie at the Guild meeting where she was nominated and voted to help Rochelle run programs for the next two years. Rochelle gives some tips for needles with paper piecing. They talk through where they are with the Christmas Quilt Kit Sew Alongs. So much cutting, but sew worth it! They also get a surprise delivered during the show that they squeal with delight over. You're not going to want to miss this fun episode!If you're sewing along with the girls, you can find the schedule for the Sew Alongs on Leslie's blog at lesliequilts.comGet your joggers from Cozy Earth and get 40% off regular price products!Send us a textFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

This week the girls dish about their recent visit with Janet Wecker Frisch. If you haven't listened to last week's episode, do that first! Rochelle is back from her annual Hawaii trip and boy does she have an update! They also chat about cheaters and what they think of them. Spoiler alert... ain't no time or room for those kinds in our lives! During the podcast, the power goes out at Leslie's house and they just keep on rolling. Once the power comes back, they talk about the latest on their quilt alongs. You'll have some good laughs this week. Happy quilting, everyone!Send us a textFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

The girls were giddy when they were able to spend some time with Janet Wecker Frisch recently at Missouri Star's Birthday Bash. They knew they had to get her on the show! Janet's art has been translated to millions of yards of high quality cotton fabrics. Her diverse collections and unique approach to fabric design has inspired makers around the world. Her childhood fascination with characters inspires a story-telling quality and a depth of detail, offering a journey of continued discovery. Janet’s engaging body of work includes three identifiable elements – visual humor, heartfelt messaging and relatable images. Each watercolor-rendered piece is a short story that conveys a big message with compelling and concise imagery. Through her artistic eye and a God-given talent Janet creates imaginative designs that delight. The opportunity to share her gift through art fulfills a childhood dream and we all get to benefit! You will LOVE this episode!Send us a textFollow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior