Leslie and Rochelle had a diverse conversation, discussing Rochelle's upcoming travel plans, her discovery of lost pet portraits, different types of sewing machines, and reminiscing about her parents. They also shared updates on their recent activities, including Rochelle's red hat event and doctor's appointments, and Leslie's beach vacation and short camping trip all with a sinus infection. They also decided that Jon would enjoy outdoor cooking as a hobby. It's a fun one that you don't want to miss!

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Rochelle is in Arizona teaching pet portraits and has lost seven of her portraits somehow between Hawaii, Tulsa and Phoenix. She is so distraught and who could blame her? During this traumatic experience, she decides Leslie needs to listen to all 76 episodes and pick her favorite moments. She is also working on plans to move her aging parents from Wyoming and Lance's plans on how he would murder Rochelle. They talk about Tula Pink's Besties that is coming out and Quilt Market and Festival, too. You don't want to miss this hilarious episode!

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This episode is so good it's like butter on a pop tart! Haven't tried it? Well, Rochelle thinks it's the only way to go. They talk Tanya Lee Davis, Bob Dylan, and Ro's up coming trip to Arizona. Leslie buys an RV and is getting ready for her maiden voyage. They talk pixel quilts, washing quilts and Angela Walter's retreat. It's another hodgepodge of fun and so happy you're here!

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Rochelle is back from Hawaii, but not without some tales of tattoos and jail. Leslie decides its time for some new adventures and finally something Rochelle supports! Rochelle has been gone for several days and shares all about her trip to Hawaii and her fantastic classes she had at Vicky's. Enjoy a fun episode with lots of laughs!

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Leslie and Rochelle recap their fun podcast with Kimberly Jolly of Fat Quarter Shop. They had a blast and Leslie is still on a high. Then they talk about their podcast visit with The Grateful Thread podcast with Lacie and Ashelyn. Also a new unmercial for a favorite snack of Rochelle's makes its debut. In preparation for their interview with Kimberly, Leslie has a stream of consciousness and texts Rochelle a million times the night before. They talk rulers and the adventures of trying  new rulers vs staying rigid with what you know. Also time to restock on starch! Terial Magic and Staflo are the girls' go-tos. The girls dish about retreats, community and quilting friends. Also, Rochelle explains why Peeps are the perfect food. Lots of laughs are sure to be had with this episode!

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Leslie and Rochelle sit down with Leslie's "sister", Kimberly Jolly to talk true crime (and a little quilting)! Kimberly is an avid quilter, cross stitcher, mom and owner of Fat Quarter Shop. Besides her passion for sewing and fabric, her other main hobby is true crime. When she isn't working or chauffeuring her kids, you'll usually find her with a Starbucks tea, stitching in the company of her pug, Piggy! Pull up a chair to your favorite sewing machine with a cup of your own tea and settle in for some true crime comedic relief!

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The unmercial is back! A non-quilting related unmercial. Also, Rochelle gives an explanation of saying Leslie would be 60 when in reality she will actually be only 50. 
Leslie talks about her latest machine purchase and her mom's sewing machine purchase. Rochelle talks about Ellie Mae getting lost in the forest and her refusal to go in after her in fear of poison ivy and tigger. Yes, Tigger. They talk about where they are on their Block of the Month projects and more. A hilarious episode that you'll enjoy while stitching!

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In this episode, Such and Such (Cara a/k/a "the queen") comes to visit and joins the podcast. Brace yourself for some gross stories (I warned you), some rude comments about Leslie's age and how to become our friends via stalking. It is all over the place when the three of them get together! Rochelle catches us up on her trip to Nebraska to hang out with Mike, Mary and Cheri (great friends of the podcast)!  Leslie is getting a new featherweight and talks about the idea of collecting machines. 

Finally, we want to wish a very HAPPY 15th BIRTHDAY to Missouri Star Quilt Company! Jenny, you're the best.

Interested in Mike's goodies? Check out his website http://ossquiltworks.com

Sew Nebraska  - July 24-27, 2024

Inspiraguides by Leslie's friend, Samantha Pitman 

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Leslie and Rochelle are guests on The Grateful Thread podcast and have a lot of fun! Rochelle demonstrates her latest party trick. Leslie talks about repurposing her Granny's vintage Singer cabinet (see supplies below). Rochelle finishes her chair and talks about upholstery. Leslie helps her Mom with her new technology. Leslie and Rochelle talk about what would be a romantic evening for them. Jarma has joined the club of us quilters who prioritize sewing over all else. They talk about Halloween and decide to help our listeners come up with a unique costume idea.

Supplies to strip and clean cabinet:
Steel Wool
180 and 220 sandpaper
Citrus Stripper from Home Depot
Stain color (make sure you match your own) was Provencial
General Finishes Topcoat in Satin finish
Cast Iron:
Krud Kutter to clean the cast iron
Behr black spray paint in Satin finish
Rub N Buff in Gold Leaf

Leslie's latest book recommendation: Esme Cahill Fails Spectacularly by Marie Bostwick

Kaleidoscope Quilt from Missouri Star Quilts

"Halloween Quilt" - J Wecker Frisch's Calendar Girls panel

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Rochelle is doing a pet portrait for a shelter dog and struggling with the mouth.  Rochelle tells the story of Coach Joe Kennedy. What a great story of staying true to you! Leslie tells her story of the time she was on the jumbo-tron at the BOK Center. Rochelle talks about the Grateful Thread asking us to join them on their podcast. So we did! It will air in October. We will let you know when. Camille Roskelley is Kimberly's guest on Fat Quarter Shop Livestream and we decided we need to convince her to come on our show. We debate on ideas to lure her in. They talk about Ro's chair, paper piecing, read listener letters and so much more. It truly is a Hodgepodge 2 of greatness. 

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