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The girls get a visit from Quiltfolk Magazine and talk about their photo shoot. It was so fun and interesting! Rochelle did her research on the question about Amish and lipstick. They also talk about all things royal and a few listeners have their ideas on where Kate is. Of course this episode was recorded prior to the news of Princess Catherine's health issues being released. Rochelle updates everyone on her trash TV that she is now addicted to. They also talk about irons. There are some great updates on the Laurastar iron and perspectives from both. It's a fantastically fun episode and you'll split your pants laughing! Enjoy!

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Raw edge bindings are becoming a thing! Find out how some of our listeners are doing this in new ways. Rochelle brings in a new flavor of peeps to try. Find out if Leslie likes them. She has also been in her "sourdough era" and is making all kinds of things with her discards. And she is staying up at all hours because she is baking! The girls have a lot of retreats coming up, so Leslie is trying to get way ahead. She reached out to Jenny Doan to find out the deets. That retreat is in April! Also a new drinking game proposed from a listener that is spot on for the show! Leslie tells a story about groundhogs that will have you in stitches. Rochelle makes fabric eggs for Easter and they are adorable! She got the pattern from the domestic engineer. Leslie gives an update on her new craft of sewing garments. They also give a little peek into something coming up that the girls are looking forward to! This is a fun episode full of peeps, baking, groundhogs and fabric eggs. Enjoy!

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Rochelle shows up to record with a wrinkly shirt and everything else looking amazing. She has a reason. A lot going on. And it all starts with bread. Yes, bread. They talk about dental work and whether or not you can sell your gold crowns. Inquiring minds want to know! Rochelle wants to see how much of an adventurous eater Leslie is and gives her a new thing to try this week. Find out if Leslie is a fan or not! Then the girls get to try a new, fun quilting tool! Leslie told Rochelle about this tool and it took a bit to get it in. Rochelle is closing in on the end of her Wizard of Oz quilt and talks about pulling fabrics. They also talk about the Doan Girls retreat that is coming up in April. All the things! This is an episode that will either make you laugh, turn your volume down or both. But you'll have a blast!

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The girls are back this week talking about the different kinds of peeps available and which ones are hot on the market. Leslie has decided to take up garment sewing and is loving it, which only leads to another hobby that she has to work into her schedule. Rochelle has to buy new earbuds and you won't believe why. They receive some hate mail and discuss that, too. Rochelle helps Leslie work through buttonholes and sewing on buttons. It's a fun episode this week that will give you a pep in your step for the week. Enjoy!

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Leslie recaps the weekend o' grandkids and how she is now completely recovered. It's a LOT watching three under 4 for more than a couple of days! Rochelle is concerned about Leslie's energy levels for the upcoming retreats they have planned for April and strategizes ideas on how to ensure Leslie gets the rest she needs. The girls also talk about Quiltcon and missing the fun (which they plan to not miss in the future). They also tease the upcoming recipe book from Osage Hills Retreat Center. Leslie is in the Banner of the Month Club from Riley Blake and the first one up was Easter. Rochelle gives her ideas on how to hang her banner. She also just came from teaching a pet portrait class in Pryor and tells all about her students. Leslie gives a tip on how to use the Laurastar Lift and keep it on without auto-shut-off. This episode is packed full of fun. Pull up a chair to your sewing machine and enjoy!

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Leslie had a full extended weekend with grandkids, so this episode is coming in hot on Sunday night before 8:00 p.m. which is a triumph in itself! Enjoy this week's episode full of updates from Rochelle's trip to Hawaii, Leslie's latest purchase at their favorite quilt shop in Catoosa and find out what Rochelle's mother has been up to. You don't want to miss this hilarious episode!

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Leslie gets a new hair color. Find out who Rochelle thinks she looks like now. Also, shirts have sold out, but will be restocked when Rochelle gets back from Hawaii, They are also looking to add some new merch to the shop. Stay tuned to hear more! Leslie talks about the baby quilt she just did using Lori Holt's Spelling Bee book. The girls talk about panel quilts this week. They also talk about the Oliso Mini that just came out. Rochelle has cataract surgery and can SEE! Find out what Rochelle does to kill time while she is waiting to have here eyes checked after her surgery. The girls also talk about food (of course). Overnight Oats is the new craze and Rochelle is a big fan. Leslie talks about a diner in Catoosa, OK that is a hidden gem. If you're in the Tulsa area, you must visit!
Rochelle is working on her Sew Place Like Home quilt by Art East Quilting Co. and using the simple folded corner ruler by Doug Leko. She is the biggest fan of this tool. Leslie is on a mission to find a Kansas City sweatshirt to wear for the super bowl. Rochelle has a lot of opinions about her choices. They talk about vintage quilts being reused and made into fun items like bags, bunnies, tissue covers, notebook covers, and much more! Leslie talks about all of her scrappy projects that she has been making with her scrap bins. So much can come from just a set of scraps! And finally, find out what Rochelle decided to do in college to help a friend. You won't believe it. This episode is packed full of fun and laughs! Enjoy!

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The girls follow up on their guild experience and talk about what they loved about it. Rochelle wins a bag of embellishments and decides she wants to be-dangle her sunglasses. Leslie reveals some of her goals with her new executive coaching she is being provided through her full-time job. They also talk about relationships and how they become broken because of misunderstandings and not being aware of how people process information. The guild challenged everyone for finishing UFOs. They will measure and see who has the most inches completed. Rochelle is quite excited! Rochelle has just shipped off her pet portraits to Hawaii and is preparing for her trip. She also talks about raw-edge binding. Save your leftover batting from your quilts to finish smaller projects! Leslie gets some messages about her sewing table. Wait til you hear about that. Rochelle also talks about her new Sew Tites magnetic cutting mat. You will also hear Leslie and Rochelle working through what pantograph to use on the baby quilt Leslie just finished. This is a great episode of friendship, being who you are and doing what you want! Enjoy!

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This week, the girls are live at Green Country Guild where they are both members! They had a great time getting to know the ladies. It was a pleasure being a part of a group of women who were so kind and welcoming. Enjoy the show!

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This week Leslie updates everyone on the status of her heat. Rochelle has surgery on her eyes and updates everyone on that.  She comes up with a new way to work on pet portraits and long-arming with safety goggles. You have to come up with ways to solve problems in a pinch! Rochelle also finds out where she ranks with Lance in case they are in a dire situation. The girls give a couple of movie reviews. Rochelle updates us on her research from the "south region". Then they get to quilting. Rochelle shares an idea on how to get things done when setting timers. Leslie received a Quilt More Worry Less wall hanging from a listener and started and finished it within a couple of days and this motivated Rochelle. Rochelle is getting labels on and shipping of projects to Hawaii. Leslie updates her studio to include a new workspace. She talks about her new organization of her pre-cuts. Rochelle gives an update on her decluttering project. It's a great hodgepodge of fun this week. Enjoy!

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