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 qui...

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...

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 excit...

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 the...

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...

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...

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 al...

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 o...

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 Rochel...

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 bravin...

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 throug...

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 connect...

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...

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 distr...

Hold onto your sewing chairs because this episode is packed with wild holiday adventures, high-stakes ticket hunting, and a touch of real-life magic! First up, we’re breaking down the ultimate 4th of July survival guide—from dealing with thunderstorm-induced puppy drama to enjoying a front-row view of Disney’s fireworks from a presidential suite. Plus, you’ll hear the full, nerve-wracking saga of...

Welcome to another action-packed episode where we dive deep into the world of early morning gym sessions and high-stakes camper maintenance! We’re chatting about Leslie’s new 5 a.m. workout routine and the hilarious, albeit sweaty, struggle of de-winterizing a trailer in the summer heat. You’ll hear how a simple car jack became the ultimate hero for a longarm quilting machine repair. It’s all abou...

In this episode, Leslie and Rochelle dive into a whirlwind of life updates, from surviving torrential rain commutes to navigating the "joys" of teeth whitening and new dental hygienists. We also celebrate some big news for Rochelle’s husband, Lance, as he transitions back to his favorite pipeline work just in time for July. Between dodging floodwaters and discussing the latest book reads...

Welcome back to another episode where we dive deep into the colorful world of quilting and creativity. Get ready for a jam-packed session full of life updates and exciting project reveals. We’re talking about everything from my successful monovision contact lens trial—which is a total game-changer for Leslie's sewing—to the sweet moments teaching her granddaughter how to quilt on a real machi...

In this episode, we’re coming to you straight from the Osage Hills Retreat Center for a triple-celebration filled with pickles, swallows, and sparrows! Leslie recaps her intensive three-day workshop with Angela, sharing how she finally found the confidence to start her grandmother’s legacy quilt. We dive deep into the great longarm debate, comparing the maneuverability of the Amara 20 versus the 2...

Get ready for a whirlwind episode where we dive into everything from technical glitches to Cheeto-based pranks! We’re kicking things off with our latest recording adventures, testing out new gear while sharing some hilarious highlights from the Hamilton pixel quilt class. Between dodging ticks in the woods and celebrating Belle’s incredible progress in her cancer treatment, this conversation is pa...

We really covered it all in this session! We kicked things off by troubleshooting our tech hurdles, from microphone placement to pesky cords, ensuring our audio is crisp for the listeners. Then, we dove deep into the magic of the Stripology ruler, sharing our best tips for stack and whack designs, panel mashups, and the secrets to perfectly pinned hexagons. It was a true deep dive into making our...

In this episode, the girls dive into Rochelle's recent family adventures, from navigating the TSA Care program for a smooth Disney trip to a heartwarming moment where her grand-daughter Lily shared a turkey leg with a man in need. The travel stories don't stop there, as she reflects on flight delays, California dining hits and misses, and the logistics of rescheduling long-awaited trips....

This episode is a whirlwind tour through Leslie’s epic 8-day European river cruise, complete with Viking Cruises’ top-tier service and some emotional stops in Paris, Normandy, and Bruges. We dive into the highlights like scenic canal rides and historical chateau visits where dining history truly came to life. Of course, it wouldn't be a travel story without some drama, including flight delays...

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions regarding sexual assault and rape in the context of the book Know My Name . Listener discretion is advised.  Welcome back to the show where we dive deep into the world of high-stakes packing and heavy-duty quilting! Today, Leslie and Rochelle break down the ultimate strategy for a 12-day European river cruise, proving that less really is more. Roc...

Hi everyone, and welcome back to another crafty catch-up session where we dive deep into the world of stitches and surprises! In today’s episode, Leslie and Rochelle dish on everything from high-speed industrial sewing machine dramas to zebra-patterned desk makeovers in Texas. Leslie is currently battling a missing white wire for her new 5500-stitch-per-minute beast, while Rochelle shares tales fr...