Misty, you did a wonderful job with this interview. When you know someone so well, that can be difficult. You conducted the interview like a pro. Missouri Star is in good hands with this family.
I know you have heard this a lot but, Jenny you have taught me how to LOVE quilting! I have learned that I am very much a visual learner so your tutorials have transformed my sewing life! I know Misty and Natalie are going to do great but I will miss seeing you every week Godspeed to you and Ron on your mission!
Oh Jenny! I can’t tell you how much you have changed my life for the better. I stumbled upon one of your older tutorials and I was hooked. I was in a dark place and your soothing voice and encouraging words while you taught me how to quilt lifted me up. Thank you so much. I’m selfishly going to miss your presence via TH-cam, but will continue to tune in to see Natalie and Misty. Much love from Oregon.
This was an outstanding interaction with the Doan ladies. Best of luck to Jenny and Ron on their new journey. Can't wait to hear about it. Thanks Misty for keeping it real ❤
Jenny, my grandparents served a mission in Africa 30 years ago. It was one of the highlights of their lives and something they talked about with a sparkle in their eyes. Now that they have both passed away, I am even more in awe of their courage in leaving their home and family behind and trusting that everything would be okay in their absence. The sacrifices you and Ron are making will bring abundant blessings to your family, and joy to you all forever. I love you and pray that you will be blessed every step of your journey!
Jenny is Mother Doan to all quilters. Jenny you taught me how to quilt, then taught me how to square blocks (😂). I also love needle turn applique, and learned from Jan Patek tutorials. I first saw Jan on your channel. All this to say, you have wrapped your arm around my shoulder and said 'Let me show you' for the last 14 years, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart. ❤
I was home recovering from a spinal cord injury in my work as a Registered Nurse in critical care. You gave me the joy I needed recover. It’s been 16 years❤
I agree with Misty, it’s a little terrifying for us as well….but we look forward to going with you on your journey to Africa! My husband and I are both around the same age as you and Ron! Thank you for saying yes to God and doing the work He has put forth for you! Tears 😢 because we love you and Ron so much! Much love and prayer for you both! God laughs at our Plans, but guides us how he wants us to go and be! Augusta, Maine
What a wonderful tutorial. I enjoyed listening to Jenny tell her journey and how Missouri Star was started. I pray Jenny and Ron's journey is safe and quick. We need you back soon.
I will be praying for you and Ron as you travel. May God grant you blessings beyond measure. You have raised your children well and you can be confident in the knowledge that they will take care of each other and of the business.
How wonderful to have Jenny on! I have been so inspired by Jenny, not just her quilting, but how she lives her life with family and friends, she is just so real & down to earth, heartfelt. That is just so awesome. You can tell she is the real deal, and I love that. I will miss seeing her every week, but I'm always looking forward to Natalie, and you too Misty. Love what you girls do and bring to the table also. I wish Jenny & Ron the best on their journey and that they be blessed.
Thank you all for being such a huge blessing in my life. Jenny, I found you first on TH-cam when I decided to make my first quilt. I’ve learned so much from you, Misty and Natalie. Quilting brings so much joy to my life and I appreciate you for helping me grow in my journey.
Jenny, Natalie & Misty. We feel emotion watching you because you are real and relatable with no pretention. The love between your family is palpable. What fun you have……with no competition, no jealousy. These are the things I enjoy to watch and listen too……… oh yah and the wonderful tutorials.
Thank you for teaching me how to quilt Jenny! You and your beautiful family have given me a amazing gift to share. I will be praying for you and Mr Jenny to be safe and give soooo much to so many! I feel so blessed to have the Doan family in my life!
What a lovely video! Sharing your skills and knowledge is so important, it’s great that you share the necessity. And I have learnt to quilt from watching your TH-cam tutorials, with a broken arm! Thanks Jenny, for helping me find my quilting creativity!
What an inspiring story and woman. I know their trip will be a grand adventure and she will share and learn so much on their journey. I love the Missouri Star story. Jenny’s videos were the first I found when I started quilting 6 years ago and I binged them all night long as I quilted. I just visited MSQC in Aug and I hope to experience a Doan girls retreat in the future. Thank you all for what you contribute to the quilting community. You feel like friends/family. Our online family of friends ❤❤. Appreciate you all. God Bless! Enjoy Jenny & Ron!! You’re leaving a well oiled machine and they will soar!! See you soon! 💕💕💕💕
Wonderful show. I found Jenny in March of 2020, looking for COVID mask info. I didn't sew, but had a little Brother machine that I had no idea how to use. My masks were pretty bad, but we used them. I kept trying to get.a bit better, learning how to use the machine. Then, I started watching Jenny's quilt videos. I tried a block thinking it would help me sew better. Then, I started liking the quilts, I didn't plant to make one. Then, I saw the sold out Block Star BOM... I wanted desperately to make it. I got in on the second wave, did my first official star block and I was in love. Scared to death to do Block 5 because the quilters said it was hard. Doing it, actually having it turn out really well... one of the highlights of my creative life. I'm hooked, have learned so much. I have also learned so much from Jenny, Natalie and Misty... not just quilting, life & attitudes also. Actually the whole Doan family. I love Ron's love for Jenny, the sound of Jakes voice, and Alan's humor. I will miss you Jenny & Ron... have fun, be safe, learn, grow, give the people in Africa the gift you have given so many of us. We love you like family. I'm looking forward to new adventures with Misty and Natalie, can't wait for Ron and Jenny to be home. I'm crying.
I just love this one Missy. It's so refreshing to see the love in this family and how you all lift each other up. Safe travels to Jenny and Ron and soak in what every day offers you.
Jenny you have been the best. I have watched you from the beginning and love your "Happy and Fun" approach to quilting. You will be missed greatly. May you and Ron have a wonderful journey to Africa. God bless you both.
Jenny we are close in age and I had sewed earlier in my life then stopped for many years. I started quilting again in the spring of 2023, and made quilts for my nieces and nephew for Christmas. My great aunt made quilts for me and my family when we were young so I wanted to do the same for my greats! I have learned so much about sewing from you and your tutorials! It is as if you were there in my living room teaching me personally. Thank you! I have been on many mission trips for Jesus in Haiti for the last 9 years and what a blessing for me! I loved every minute and have wonderful relationships with my friends there! Enjoy Africa, tell them about Jesus!
All the way from central america, small country named Guatemala, you thaught me that love for quilting. Still rusty cause I don't have all the tools but boy you are so good at teaching it easy, your crew is so warm and family friendly, hope one day I will be like you...
WOW-what an amazing example! A born teacher who has so much to share with us and with the people of Africa. Thank you for your leadership and enthusiasm…
I've learned so much from your tutorials, Jenny. I've been watching you almost from the beginning. I still watch some of your older videos. Thanks for all you do to help us become better quilters. Have a blessed mission to Africa. Anxious to see pictures. Two years will fly by. ❤
Oh my God 😭 Jenny, we love you and your family!❤ Thank you for giving us so much inspiration and joy. Everything will be great. You’ve developed a beautiful family foundation for generations of quilters to come. Thank you! ❤
Me who is a visual learner, you have no idea the inspiration you have been. If it weren’t for you and your beautiful videos, I would’ve never become a quilter. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you do and who you are!!!
Jenny you are absolutely amazing. A kind gentle soul who understands our love. That understanding continues to connect us all. Sending you and Ron much love and gratitude to you as you continue the work of our Lord. Thank you.
Jenny and Misty, This was such a wonderful interview. You both are so inspiring, not only in your talents that you teach, but also in your kind words and thoughts. So many times I’ve tried to explain to people the joy and peace that quilting gives me - it was you affirming that in your lives as well. Unless people have experienced this same satisfaction, like quilting and other creative outlets give us, there are many who don’t really understand why we are so giddy about this craft. I pray that I can continue it for a long time and now I am encouraged to share it with anyone who is willing to take that first stitch of faith. God bless you in your journey’s.
Oh man, I teared up multiple times. The love between you both is tangible and strong. Thank you so much for sharing your story and faith. Until we meet again. ❤
When I was 16 I knew I wanted to quilt and over the years I made a few baby quilts and tied them. When I retired I had collected fabric so I would be all set. I bought a small long arm and then retirement came. I was very frustrated as my corners never were perfect. I started watching Jenny and I got better with each quilt. I started a group making quilts for foster children in my small town 1 year ago. I bought a larger long arm this spring and I made a visit to Missouri Star in march. I have such a passion to create and it all started with the you tube tutorials. Thank you so much. I absolutely love these interviews
I’m so excited about the next chapter for your family and the business. The kids will do a wonderful job rising to the occasion and taking Missouri Star to the next level. I just feel it. Jenny and Ron will have an awesome time spreading God’s word. Take a deep breath, it’ll all be fine. ❤❤❤
What a beautiful inreview, I’m crying with you Jenny not sadness but happiness, you are doing God’s work, we will miss you but you have a wonderful family that will continue a wonderful job with MSQC, MY FAVORITE PLACE TO SHOP AND WATCH, SAFE TRAVELS🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️
I learned how to quilt from you and I remember the first store you opened . I came and visited when I lived in Kansas City, it was a small store, but still served my purpose .I purchased my first fabrics from you and I have made approximately 25 to 30 quilts since that time and you have been the place I have purchased from the most ! the rest is history. Thank you for giving your heart away.
You and your family are amazing Jenny. I’m crying with you. It’s grateful tears. Your videos with your daughters have added so much to my life. I’m praying for you and your husbands safe travels and that y’all will have an amazing time.
Thank you Misty and Jenny for this amazing interview. You have always opened up your life to us and have accepted all of us into your family and business. Praying this trip brings you joy and fulfillment. Praying for watch care over you and your family. ❤
This!! What a wonderfully uplifting interview. God is going to do amazing things through Jenny and Ron. I can't wait to see how Jenny's cup has been filled after trusting and letting God work through her.
I just love the “life lessons“ that you share in this video. I personally learned to quilt through your videos and sharing your gifts with the online world is so appreciated. I never realized how quilting or whatever your passion is, is a gift that is important to share . Not only the quilt, but the process is valuable to share. Thank you for all you do for me and for your online community!
I just love this! You have gotten me through so much and have taught me so much over the past few years. Thank you for teaching me more than sewing and quilting.
Thank you so much for this video. It made me laugh, cry and reflect. I'm your age Jenny and I've only been quilting for 10 yrs. I stomped my feet for decades that I would never quilt. My grandmothers and my MIL were beautiful quilters. I saw your I spy jar quilt and made 6 quilts that fall for my grandchildren. I had the opportunity to visit your stores 7 yrs ago with my son and family when they lived in MO. Everyone made me feel so at home. Wish I could get there again but my husband had a very botched spine surgery 2 yrs ago and is now disabled but thankfully by the Grace of God he's alive (life/ death situation). Our finances have been hit drastically but I'm still quilting as my ancestors with men's shirts and of course my MSQC stash 😉. I love quick and easy too and passing the skill into my daughters and grandchildren. Thank you from Appalachia and may God Bless you and your family 🙏❤️
Thank you Jenny for your years of teaching us all- how to quilt, how to ‘make do, make it fit, or do without’ (that saying you have), how to live and to love those around you. I suspect you have had a major health scare, you are through it, and I was reassured when several times in the video you reassured us all with “I’m not dying”, as initially that was my fear when you announced you would be gone for 2 years. You have taught Misty and Natalie with all of your heart, and they are taking over the reins well. Please DO keep us up-to-date with your activities in Africa. May God bless you for the love for people you have, and may you continue to be a blessing for us all.
Online has been great, but I have loved Missouri Star since Public Broadcasting days...(the 1980s?). Jenny's way of piecing and quilting was SO relaxed and encouraging! Thank you, Jenny, for being such a delight!
I loved this episode! I felt all the happy and joyous emotions from both of you in this episode. I don’t know why but I felt so enlightened after watching and hearing why Jenny quilts and why she wants to give back to others. Life is learning and finding what we love to do and how to learn by doing not watching. I cannot wait to see all the great things that Natalie and Misty, and the rest of the MSQC are going to do in the coming year! How they are all going to grow ❤❤ Thanksgiving you for being here and sharing your love of quilting, sewing and living life with love and joy.. Now I need to go to work to continue on my journey and love of quilting, and a collector of beautiful fabric. God bless.
I loved this! Here I am worrying about my upcoming back surgery and how I will take care of my mother during that time. There are so many other things in life. Jenni, you are a blessing and have taught me to quilt. This has been so good for me so that I have an avenue to take time for myself.
After my husband passed suddenly in 2004, I continued to sew but really lost my love of making quilts. I mostly did smaller household things. While pursuing TH-cam I came across one of your disappearing pinwheels videos. It changed my quilting life! I had a pretty good size collection of Judy Rothermel. I made 4 of your different disappearing pinwheels quilts with it. Got my mojo back! Called my quilts friends and told them all to watch your videos for life changing way to make easy traditional blocks. So thank you Jennie, I wish you and Ron much success and happiness on you spectacular new adventure. Praying for nothing but good to happen for you both.
Talk about feelings coming over this screen, it sure has today. Because it comes from your heart, the human heart, Jenny. I’m so glad God has blessed you with this journey with Ron. The JOY from nothing, is powerful. The JOY from God. You have filled my heart today and can’t wait to learn more. ❤
That is so funny that you called raising children "in the trenches." I have called it that for years. I have always felt that way, that we are trying to keep our children out of a war that is lived every day. I get the trepidation and the scary unknown. My son is preparing to go on a mission for 2 years, (same religion as you) in October and I have a lot of worries about the unknown for him. Jenny, you and Ron will be such a blessing to those whom you serve! Thank you for sharing your light through this platform.
When I read Jenny’s book I cried all through it, as I read her life story. This video resulted in the same. I think it’s Jenny’s authenticity, transparency, humility and passion for life and serving others that blesses me. I love that her goal is teaching others in hopes they exceed the teacher.
I have a smile on my face the whole time! The strong feeling of could you ever imagine your future wow! My heart races with excitement for you all! 21 years ago, I opened a quilt shop in my hometown, Tomball, Texas. It lasted one year! I did it on my own. The computer videos were a game changer for u. It just wasn't in my playbook. But I'm sew glad that I got to have that experience and memories! This video is sew beautiful. Thank u, ladies.
Thank you, Jennie, for your love and inspiration. Through your videos and the girls’ videos, I taught my granddaughter to quilt. That was about 8 years ago. Then, at the age of 84, 4years ago, I made my first quilts…a king and queen for my daughters for Christmas. I have made seasonal table runners to hang for each season including Valentine’s Day and St. Patrick’s. So, I can testify that 70 is a good healthy young age to go on mission and I know it will be a great inspiration to others and to you. Godspeed.
Jenny, you are such an inspiration to me. I have been watching you do quilting for years and I have learned so much from you. Enjoy your mission to Africa.
What a wonderful conversation! I love learning about Jenny and how Missouri Star got its start. I've learned so much from her and enjoy every tutorial. Jenny's tricks and mantras have been so helpful. Thanks Misty for doing this interview.
Thank you for all the tutorials. You taught me all the quilting terminology and how to quilt. Your personality keeps me engaged. I feel I’m hanging out with a friend in my sewing room.
1. I don’t remember when or why I watched one of Jenny’s tutorials, up I remember feeling EMPOWERED! Thinking, “I can do that….” I’ve learned so much. Most of the quilt I’ve made (over 50) are MSQC flavored quilts. I often start with the pattern in the tutorial, but I make little changes as my creativity kicks in. How wonderful that this craft has endless possibilities. 2. I love what was said today about whatever you bring to the table is enough…AND to share your knowledge. I didn’t fully realize how much I’ve been doing that. I have a quilting buddy that I’ve been mentoring for over a year now. She’s 16 and has fallen in love with quilting. She is homeschooled so she has joined our guild and even goes to quilt camp! Than you to everyone at MSQC that makes these tutorials happen and thank you Jenny and family for sharing your knowledge.
Jenny, I'm so thankful you had a vision & followed through with it. God has given you a gift to share with us. I have learned so much from your tutorials & it has given me confidence to go ahead & cut up my beloved fabrics. I started quilting in 1981 but have grown since your TH-cam debut. But I love love all the beautiful fabric you sell, the rulers, the gadgets & so much more! My quilt studio is filled with fabrics from MSQ. We have been to Africa building water wells & loving on the beautiful people in the villages. You will fall in love with the country & the people. Prayers for you & Ron during this new journey.
Jenny - you changed my life when I discovered your tutorials - years ago. I have always loved to sew since I was 8 years old, I'm now 69 - and I loved quilting with my Grandmother - then as a young mother I wanted to quilt again and I came up against all the "Quilt Police " - I wondered when quilting had become so snobby and stuck up and critical of the work and time involved in creating such beautiful blankets. Then I watched you on a Quilt Channel on Love of Quilting and I started looking around to find you and find out what is a Tutorial! You gave me the "OK" to start making quilts again and your "It's Better to Finish than to be Perfect" attitude opened the door and I'm still quilting and everyone who knows me knows quilting is my thing! I have a very large quote in my sewing room that says "You Don't Have To Be Perfect To Be Amazing" and this is my mantra - Thanks to you! Your daughter and daughter in law, Natalie and Misty are AWESOME! I will continue to watch the turorials each week and support them whole heartedly - I just love those girls! I too am LDS and I'm am so excited to read and hear all about your mission to Africa. Enjoy yourself and teach those souls about their worth and the Love our Savior has for them and for all of us. Be safe and have a great time. Love you so very much!!
Im at work watching quietly in the background. I had to fast forward at the end because I was tearing up. You are both wonderful. I will watch the end at home. X
Sew Excited for Jenny and Ron. Don't worry Misty and Natalie, we will all be around to support you. I wish I live closer, so I could visit more. You are an amazing family- "The Doans".
Thanks Misty for putting Jenny in this lovely spotlight. She gave me everything to accept myself for who I am. I hope she and her Ron will have an amazing journey!
Thank you Jenny for giving me permission not to be perfect in my quilting. I started watching you on you tube and picked up quilting again. I had taken classes at a local quilt shop and felt like I was not good at it and never “got” the instructions and felt like a failure. After watching and following you my confidence really increased. “Finished is better than perfect” - keeps me quilting! ,
So great to hear you sharing your story. I laughed out loud when you shared your mothers expression casting bread out and it comes back buttered! (My paraphrase)
What a wonderful chat! Your relaxed way of teaching and sharing knowledge is uplifting Jenny. You’ve made us novice quilters believe we can do it. Natalie and Misty also. If I want to check out a block or idea I usually check your site first. Just love a Triple Play. Ingenious idea and so inspiring. All the hacks and shortcuts are invaluable too. I hope to visit Hamilton and enjoy the shops full of crafting treasure. My youngest son lives in California so we’ve visited him a few times . Visited a couple of states nearby but have told my husband it’s on my bucket list to visit your town. My son took me to a quilt shop near Palm Desert and I was made so welcome when they heard my Scottish accent; they showed me round their teaching area and answered all my quilting questions. I’ve always sewn, knitted, crocheted and embroidered but had made only one quilt then! And not that well! After university my older son went to South Africa to volunteer in a couple of Townships. He helped in the local school, spent time with children who had been abandoned, damaged by circumstance and taken in to a group home. He experienced things which changed his outlook on life. I still have a copy of his emails he sent when he had access to a computer. I still read them from time to time. My son enjoyed sport and enjoyed playing and ‘coaching’ the children. They were so happy to be around you, so happy to be in school and happy with next to nothing. Most of them played soccer barefoot. He came home having made friends for life. Twenty years later some of the people who keep the facilities open are still there dependant on outside funding from churches all over the world and money that volunteers raise in order to go there. Enjoy your experience Ron and Jenny. We will all be waiting to hear from you!
I found you, Jenny, just as we had all been sent home in March of 2020. Someone led me to you when I asked how she had made her facemasks. After that, I kept on watching, excited to be in the presence of 'my tribe' that kept me sane while I struggled with the work from home journey, that kept being extended... Thank you all for lifting me up. Best of everything wished for you in your African journey.❤
You are an amazing woman Jenny, God is giving you the best journey to add to your already amazing life. You have shared so much to me, you taught me to sew, now it’s time to be blessed in this new journey. We will miss you and we’ll be praying for you.
I started watching MSQC tutorials about 13 years ago and immediately and quietly adopted Jenny (and in time everyone else in the MSQC family) as my own. A few years ago, I was able to drive to Hamilton from eastern Missouri to go to a half-day class and I was so excited to think that I would get to see the place where it was all happening. So excited that I couldn't sleep. So in class that next day I was barely awake and needless to say, my sewing (on the fancy automatic sewing machines we were using!) suffered and I was devastated. But I still love the videos from all of you: quilting, piecing, applique, embroidery, knitting, crochet - they are all wonderful. And you still feel like my family, like echoes of my mom and grandmother sitting at their Singers, cranking out all those clothes and other heart=driven creations because they loved the recipients and wanted to bless their lives. Thank you for everything you have given me and everyone else in the world. We all truly appreciate and love you. -Sally L Harris, Florissant, MO
Great chat, you two! Jenny, your family, and your quilting family, will be cheering you on from afar and will be lifting you and Ron up in prayer and good thoughts. How exciting that you will meet so many new friends and make connections with people who will also become family to you in another way. Enjoy this time of service. We hope to see you teaching others to quilt as well as you learning and growing in your faith and desire to serve!
Wishing Jenny and Ron a safe, wonderful journey. You will be missed! But I cannot wait to hear about your journey and how it filled your heart. Thank you for not being the quilt police and encouraging everyone's creativity.
Such a great video! Thank you Jenny for all you do and continue will to do for the quilting community. You are a joy and inspiration to many! And Misty! What a sweet relationship you have with your mother in law. It makes this mama heart happy to see such a sweet relationship!
Jenny love that comment it hit home…look closely and enjoy where I was! Beautiful! Thank you for all your videos…you explained things so well so that even a dummy like me could do it! Lol. Happy trails always!
Misty, you did a wonderful job with this interview. When you know someone so well, that can be difficult. You conducted the interview like a pro. Missouri Star is in good hands with this family.
I know you have heard this a lot but, Jenny you have taught me how to LOVE quilting! I have learned that I am very much a visual learner so your tutorials have transformed my sewing life! I know Misty and Natalie are going to do great but I will miss seeing you every week Godspeed to you and Ron on your mission!
Jenny and MSQC was a breath of fresh air in the stuffy world of quilting....so many changes in quilting attitudes
Oh Jenny! I can’t tell you how much you have changed my life for the better. I stumbled upon one of your older tutorials and I was hooked. I was in a dark place and your soothing voice and encouraging words while you taught me how to quilt lifted me up. Thank you so much.
I’m selfishly going to miss your presence via TH-cam, but will continue to tune in to see Natalie and Misty.
Much love from Oregon.
This was an outstanding interaction with the Doan ladies. Best of luck to Jenny and Ron on their new journey. Can't wait to hear about it. Thanks Misty for keeping it real ❤
Jenny, my grandparents served a mission in Africa 30 years ago. It was one of the highlights of their lives and something they talked about with a sparkle in their eyes. Now that they have both passed away, I am even more in awe of their courage in leaving their home and family behind and trusting that everything would be okay in their absence. The sacrifices you and Ron are making will bring abundant blessings to your family, and joy to you all forever. I love you and pray that you will be blessed every step of your journey!
Jenny is Mother Doan to all quilters. Jenny you taught me how to quilt, then taught me how to square blocks (😂). I also love needle turn applique, and learned from Jan Patek tutorials. I first saw Jan on your channel. All this to say, you have wrapped your arm around my shoulder and said 'Let me show you' for the last 14 years, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart. ❤
I was home recovering from a spinal cord injury in my work as a Registered Nurse in critical care. You gave me the joy I needed recover. It’s been 16 years❤
so sorry for yr injury. Get well soon.
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I agree with Misty, it’s a little terrifying for us as well….but we look forward to going with you on your journey to Africa! My husband and I are both around the same age as you and Ron! Thank you for saying yes to God and doing the work He has put forth for you! Tears 😢 because we love you and Ron so much! Much love and prayer for you both! God laughs at our Plans, but guides us how he wants us to go and be! Augusta, Maine
Seven years ago, taking care of my husband with Alzheimer’s, I kept sane by sewing quilts at home. Thank you for helping us all.
A quilt kept me sane when an uncle was dying of cancer thirty years ago. I definitely get it.
What a wonderful tutorial. I enjoyed listening to Jenny tell her journey and how Missouri Star was started. I pray Jenny and Ron's journey is safe and quick. We need you back soon.
I will be praying for you and Ron as you travel. May God grant you blessings beyond measure. You have raised your children well and you can be confident in the knowledge that they will take care of each other and of the business.
How wonderful to have Jenny on! I have been so inspired by Jenny, not just her quilting, but how she lives her life with family and friends, she is just so real & down to earth, heartfelt. That is just so awesome. You can tell she is the real deal, and I love that. I will miss seeing her every week, but I'm always looking forward to Natalie, and you too Misty. Love what you girls do and bring to the table also. I wish Jenny & Ron the best on their journey and that they be blessed.
Thank you all for being such a huge blessing in my life. Jenny, I found you first on TH-cam when I decided to make my first quilt. I’ve learned so much from you, Misty and Natalie. Quilting brings so much joy to my life and I appreciate you for helping me grow in my journey.
Jenny, you are such a wonderful leader with God guiding you!
Thank you all so very much for all you do. I don't know that you could ever know how much you are appreciated and loved by so many of us out here!
What a beautiful interview! Blessings on your journey!❤🙏🏻
I learned how to piece quilts through y’all. THANK YOU! I’ve been there from the beginning. Sewing is my joy and therapy.
God bless you, Jenny and Ron in your new journey.
Jenny, Natalie & Misty. We feel emotion watching you because you are real and relatable with no pretention. The love between your family is palpable. What fun you have……with no competition, no jealousy. These are the things I enjoy to watch and listen too……… oh yah and the wonderful tutorials.
Thank you for teaching me how to quilt Jenny! You and your beautiful family have given me a amazing gift to share. I will be praying for you and Mr Jenny to be safe and give soooo much to so many! I feel so blessed to have the Doan family in my life!
So beautiful to watch and listen to. Have a wonderful, safe mission journey, Jenny and Ron .
What a lovely video! Sharing your skills and knowledge is so important, it’s great that you share the necessity. And I have learnt to quilt from watching your TH-cam tutorials, with a broken arm! Thanks Jenny, for helping me find my quilting creativity!
God will honor your obedience with abundant blessings!❤ We look forward to hearing about whatever He teaches you in this journey!
Enjoy your sharing with the world. Love how everyone can add their individuality to innovative uniqueness.
I have enjoyed these segments but what an extra treat this week!
What an inspiring story and woman. I know their trip will be a grand adventure and she will share and learn so much on their journey. I love the Missouri Star story. Jenny’s videos were the first I found when I started quilting 6 years ago and I binged them all night long as I quilted. I just visited MSQC in Aug and I hope to experience a Doan girls retreat in the future. Thank you all for what you contribute to the quilting community. You feel like friends/family. Our online family of friends ❤❤. Appreciate you all. God Bless! Enjoy Jenny & Ron!! You’re leaving a well oiled machine and they will soar!! See you soon! 💕💕💕💕
Wonderful show. I found Jenny in March of 2020, looking for COVID mask info. I didn't sew, but had a little Brother machine that I had no idea how to use. My masks were pretty bad, but we used them. I kept trying to get.a bit better, learning how to use the machine. Then, I started watching Jenny's quilt videos. I tried a block thinking it would help me sew better. Then, I started liking the quilts, I didn't plant to make one. Then, I saw the sold out Block Star BOM... I wanted desperately to make it. I got in on the second wave, did my first official star block and I was in love. Scared to death to do Block 5 because the quilters said it was hard. Doing it, actually having it turn out really well... one of the highlights of my creative life. I'm hooked, have learned so much. I have also learned so much from Jenny, Natalie and Misty... not just quilting, life & attitudes also. Actually the whole Doan family. I love Ron's love for Jenny, the sound of Jakes voice, and Alan's humor. I will miss you Jenny & Ron... have fun, be safe, learn, grow, give the people in Africa the gift you have given so many of us. We love you like family. I'm looking forward to new adventures with Misty and Natalie, can't wait for Ron and Jenny to be home. I'm crying.
I just love this one Missy. It's so refreshing to see the love in this family and how you all lift each other up. Safe travels to Jenny and Ron and soak in what every day offers you.
Jenny you have been the best. I have watched you from the beginning and love your "Happy and Fun" approach to quilting. You will be missed greatly. May you and Ron have a wonderful journey to Africa. God bless you both.
Jenny we are close in age and I had sewed earlier in my life then stopped for many years. I started quilting again in the spring of 2023, and made quilts for my nieces and nephew for Christmas. My great aunt made quilts for me and my family when we were young so I wanted to do the same for my greats! I have learned so much about sewing from you and your tutorials! It is as if you were there in my living room teaching me personally. Thank you! I have been on many mission trips for Jesus in Haiti for the last 9 years and what a blessing for me! I loved every minute and have wonderful relationships with my friends there! Enjoy Africa, tell them about Jesus!
All the way from central america, small country named Guatemala, you thaught me that love for quilting. Still rusty cause I don't have all the tools but boy you are so good at teaching it easy, your crew is so warm and family friendly, hope one day I will be like you...
WOW-what an amazing example! A born teacher who has so much to share with us and with the people of Africa. Thank you for your leadership and enthusiasm…
I've learned so much from your tutorials, Jenny. I've been watching you almost from the beginning. I still watch some of your older videos. Thanks for all you do to help us become better quilters.
Have a blessed mission to Africa. Anxious to see pictures. Two years will fly by. ❤
Love the interview and Jenny I LOVE your dress❤
Love the dress also! Where is that fabric from? Is there a pattern?
This interview is so inspiring. Quilting goals and relationship goals. Love you both.❤
Oh my gosh, you guys have me crying over here! I'm praying for this mission to be a blessed, special time for eveyone!
Oh my God 😭 Jenny, we love you and your family!❤ Thank you for giving us so much inspiration and joy. Everything will be great. You’ve developed a beautiful family foundation for generations of quilters to come. Thank you! ❤
We all love you and wish you the best that life can offer. God bless you and Ron on your journey!❤😂🎉
This episode is GOLDEN TREASURE. Thank you Jenny and Misty. 🎉❤🎉
Me who is a visual learner, you have no idea the inspiration you have been. If it weren’t for you and your beautiful videos, I would’ve never become a quilter. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you do and who you are!!!
Jenny you are absolutely amazing. A kind gentle soul who understands our love. That understanding continues to connect us all. Sending you and Ron much love and gratitude to you as you continue the work of our Lord. Thank you.
I just loved this interview with Jenny and Misty. So much inspiration! You will be missed. May God bless you and Ron on your mission trip. ❤
Jenny and Misty, This was such a wonderful interview. You both are so inspiring, not only in your talents that you teach, but also in your kind words and thoughts. So many times I’ve tried to explain to people the joy and peace that quilting gives me - it was you affirming that in your lives as well. Unless people have experienced this same satisfaction,
like quilting and other creative outlets give us, there are many who don’t really understand why we are so giddy about this craft. I pray that I can continue it for a long time and now I am encouraged to share it with anyone who is willing to take that first stitch of faith. God bless you in your journey’s.
Oh man, I teared up multiple times. The love between you both is tangible and strong. Thank you so much for sharing your story and faith. Until we meet again. ❤
Oh Jenny this made me cry! We will miss you so much ❤❤❤
When I was 16 I knew I wanted to quilt and over the years I made a few baby quilts and tied them. When I retired I had collected fabric so I would be all set. I bought a small long arm and then retirement came. I was very frustrated as my corners never were perfect. I started watching Jenny and I got better with each quilt. I started a group making quilts for foster children in my small town 1 year ago. I bought a larger long arm this spring and I made a visit to Missouri Star in march. I have such a passion to create and it all started with the you tube tutorials. Thank you so much. I absolutely love these interviews
I loved your older videos when you first started I watched them all. ❤
I’m so excited about the next chapter for your family and the business. The kids will do a wonderful job rising to the occasion and taking Missouri Star to the next level. I just feel it. Jenny and Ron will have an awesome time spreading God’s word. Take a deep breath, it’ll all be fine. ❤❤❤
May God bless you as you honor Ron! What a beautiful story. Misty, you and Natalie are a great team. God’s got you and the business 🥰🙏
Thank you for being you! Honest, open and caring.
What a beautiful inreview, I’m crying with you Jenny not sadness but happiness, you are doing God’s work, we will miss you but you have a wonderful family that will continue a wonderful job with MSQC, MY FAVORITE PLACE TO SHOP AND WATCH, SAFE TRAVELS🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️
Jenny Doan you are an inspiring lady. Great interview. You will be missed. Thanks for inspiring all of us to create
I am so glad that I found M.S. videos as you have taught me so much over the years. All 3 of you gals are so inspiring and informative. ❤❤
I learned how to quilt from you and I remember the first store you opened . I came and visited when I lived in Kansas City, it was a small store, but still served my purpose .I purchased my first fabrics from you and I have made approximately 25 to 30 quilts since that time and you have been the place I have purchased from the most ! the rest is history. Thank you for giving your heart away.
You and your family are amazing Jenny. I’m crying with you. It’s grateful tears. Your videos with your daughters have added so much to my life. I’m praying for you and your husbands safe travels and that y’all will have an amazing time.
Thank you Misty and Jenny for this amazing interview. You have always opened up your life to us and have accepted all of us into your family and business. Praying this trip brings you joy and fulfillment. Praying for watch care over you and your family. ❤
This!! What a wonderfully uplifting interview. God is going to do amazing things through Jenny and Ron. I can't wait to see how Jenny's cup has been filled after trusting and letting God work through her.
I just love the “life lessons“ that you share in this video. I personally learned to quilt through your videos and sharing your gifts with the online world is so appreciated. I never realized how quilting or whatever your passion is, is a gift that is important to share . Not only the quilt, but the process is valuable to share. Thank you for all you do for me and for your online community!
I just love this! You have gotten me through so much and have taught me so much over the past few years. Thank you for teaching me more than sewing and quilting.
Thank you so much for this video. It made me laugh, cry and reflect.
I'm your age Jenny and I've only been quilting for 10 yrs. I stomped my feet for decades that I would never quilt. My grandmothers and my MIL were beautiful quilters.
I saw your I spy jar quilt and made 6 quilts that fall for my grandchildren.
I had the opportunity to visit your stores 7 yrs ago with my son and family when they lived in MO.
Everyone made me feel so at home.
Wish I could get there again but my husband had a very botched spine surgery 2 yrs ago and is now disabled but thankfully by the Grace of God he's alive (life/ death situation).
Our finances have been hit drastically but I'm still quilting as my ancestors with men's shirts and of course my MSQC stash 😉. I love quick and easy too and passing the skill into my daughters and grandchildren.
Thank you from Appalachia and may God Bless you and your family 🙏❤️
Have a sweet time in Africa. God bless you. 🙏🏻❤️
Thank you Jenny for your years of teaching us all- how to quilt, how to ‘make do, make it fit, or do without’ (that saying you have), how to live and to love those around you. I suspect you have had a major health scare, you are through it, and I was reassured when several times in the video you reassured us all with “I’m not dying”, as initially that was my fear when you announced you would be gone for 2 years. You have taught Misty and Natalie with all of your heart, and they are taking over the reins well. Please DO keep us up-to-date with your activities in Africa. May God bless you for the love for people you have, and may you continue to be a blessing for us all.
Online has been great, but I have loved Missouri Star since Public Broadcasting days...(the 1980s?). Jenny's way of piecing and quilting was SO relaxed and encouraging! Thank you, Jenny, for being such a delight!
Missouri Star wasn't around in the 80's. They started their business in 2008.
I have loved all of your videos, every single one. You are a big part of my learning how to quilt. Thank you!
I loved this episode! I felt all the happy and joyous emotions from both of you in this episode. I don’t know why but I felt so enlightened after watching and hearing why Jenny quilts and why she wants to give back to others. Life is learning and finding what we love to do and how to learn by doing not watching.
I cannot wait to see all the great things that Natalie and Misty, and the rest of the MSQC are going to do in the coming year! How they are all going to grow ❤❤
Thanksgiving you for being here and sharing your love of quilting, sewing and living life with love and joy..
Now I need to go to work to continue on my journey and love of quilting, and a collector of beautiful fabric.
God bless.
I loved this! Here I am worrying about my upcoming back surgery and how I will take care of my mother during that time. There are so many other things in life. Jenni, you are a blessing and have taught me to quilt. This has been so good for me so that I have an avenue to take time for myself.
After my husband passed suddenly in 2004, I continued to sew but really lost my love of making quilts. I mostly did smaller household things. While pursuing TH-cam I came across one of your disappearing pinwheels videos. It changed my quilting life! I had a pretty good size collection of Judy Rothermel. I made 4 of your different disappearing pinwheels quilts with it. Got my mojo back! Called my quilts friends and told them all to watch your videos for life changing way to make easy traditional blocks. So thank you Jennie, I wish you and Ron much success and happiness on you spectacular new adventure. Praying for nothing but good to happen for you both.
Talk about feelings coming over this screen, it sure has today. Because it comes from your heart, the human heart, Jenny. I’m so glad God has blessed you with this journey with Ron. The JOY from nothing, is powerful. The JOY from God. You have filled my heart today and can’t wait to learn more. ❤
That is so funny that you called raising children "in the trenches." I have called it that for years. I have always felt that way, that we are trying to keep our children out of a war that is lived every day. I get the trepidation and the scary unknown. My son is preparing to go on a mission for 2 years, (same religion as you) in October and I have a lot of worries about the unknown for him. Jenny, you and Ron will be such a blessing to those whom you serve! Thank you for sharing your light through this platform.
When I read Jenny’s book I cried all through it, as I read her life story. This video resulted in the same. I think it’s Jenny’s authenticity, transparency, humility and passion for life and serving others that blesses me. I love that her goal is teaching others in hopes they exceed the teacher.
I have a smile on my face the whole time! The strong feeling of could you ever imagine your future wow! My heart races with excitement for you all! 21 years ago, I opened a quilt shop in my hometown, Tomball, Texas. It lasted one year! I did it on my own. The computer videos were a game changer for u. It just wasn't in my playbook. But I'm sew glad that I got to have that experience and memories! This video is sew beautiful. Thank u, ladies.
Thank you, Jennie, for your love and inspiration. Through your videos and the girls’ videos, I taught my granddaughter to quilt. That was about 8 years ago. Then, at the age of 84, 4years ago, I made my first quilts…a king and queen for my daughters for Christmas. I have made seasonal table runners to hang for each season including Valentine’s Day and St. Patrick’s. So, I can testify that 70 is a good healthy young age to go on mission and I know it will be a great inspiration to others and to you. Godspeed.
Jenny, you are such an inspiration to me. I have been watching you do quilting for years and I have learned so much from you. Enjoy your mission to Africa.
What a wonderful conversation! I love learning about Jenny and how Missouri Star got its start. I've learned so much from her and enjoy every tutorial. Jenny's tricks and mantras have been so helpful. Thanks Misty for doing this interview.
Thank you for all the tutorials. You taught me all the quilting terminology and how to quilt. Your personality keeps me engaged. I feel I’m hanging out with a friend in my sewing room.
One of the best ones yet! Please do one with Natalie ❤
Sending many Prayers and Blessings to Jenny and Ron on their Mission ❤
1. I don’t remember when or why I watched one of Jenny’s tutorials, up I remember feeling EMPOWERED! Thinking, “I can do that….” I’ve learned so much. Most of the quilt I’ve made (over 50) are MSQC flavored quilts. I often start with the pattern in the tutorial, but I make little changes as my creativity kicks in. How wonderful that this craft has endless possibilities.
2. I love what was said today about whatever you bring to the table is enough…AND to share your knowledge. I didn’t fully realize how much I’ve been doing that. I have a quilting buddy that I’ve been mentoring for over a year now. She’s 16 and has fallen in love with quilting. She is homeschooled so she has joined our guild and even goes to quilt camp!
Than you to everyone at MSQC that makes these tutorials happen and thank you Jenny and family for sharing your knowledge.
Jenny, I'm so thankful you had a vision & followed through with it. God has given you a gift to share with us. I have learned so much from your tutorials & it has given me confidence to go ahead & cut up my beloved fabrics. I started quilting in 1981 but have grown since your TH-cam debut. But I love love all the beautiful fabric you sell, the rulers, the gadgets & so much more! My quilt studio is filled with fabrics from MSQ. We have been to Africa building water wells & loving on the beautiful people in the villages. You will fall in love with the country & the people. Prayers for you & Ron during this new journey.
Jenny - you changed my life when I discovered your tutorials - years ago. I have always loved to sew since I was 8 years old, I'm now 69 - and I loved quilting with my Grandmother - then as a young mother I wanted to quilt again and I came up against all the "Quilt Police " - I wondered when quilting had become so snobby and stuck up and critical of the work and time involved in creating such beautiful blankets. Then I watched you on a Quilt Channel on Love of Quilting and I started looking around to find you and find out what is a Tutorial! You gave me the "OK" to start making quilts again and your "It's Better to Finish than to be Perfect" attitude opened the door and I'm still quilting and everyone who knows me knows quilting is my thing! I have a very large quote in my sewing room that says "You Don't Have To Be Perfect To Be Amazing" and this is my mantra - Thanks to you! Your daughter and daughter in law, Natalie and Misty are AWESOME! I will continue to watch the turorials each week and support them whole heartedly - I just love those girls! I too am LDS and I'm am so excited to read and hear all about your mission to Africa. Enjoy yourself and teach those souls about their worth and the Love our Savior has for them and for all of us. Be safe and have a great time. Love you so very much!!
Im at work watching quietly in the background. I had to fast forward at the end because I was tearing up. You are both wonderful. I will watch the end at home. X
Sew Excited for Jenny and Ron. Don't worry Misty and Natalie, we will all be around to support you. I wish I live closer, so I could visit more. You are an amazing family- "The Doans".
Blessings headed your way. Thank you for all you do with your company and all the sharing with all of us. ❤❤
Thanks Misty for putting Jenny in this lovely spotlight. She gave me everything to accept myself for who I am. I hope she and her Ron will have an amazing journey!
Thank you Jenny for giving me permission not to be perfect in my quilting. I started watching you on you tube and picked up quilting again. I had taken classes at a local quilt shop and felt like I was not good at it and never “got” the instructions and felt like a failure. After watching and following you my confidence really increased. “Finished is better than perfect” - keeps me quilting!
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I think your connections with people are truly God driven because of your faith and love!
Looking forward to this episode, but I’m going to save for when I need a good dose of Jenny in the upcoming weeks. Much love and gratitude ladies. ❤️
I take every single words you said here to my heart so deeply. Thank you so much, Jenny!! Good luck on your mission!! Pray for you guys. ❤
So great to hear you sharing your story. I laughed out loud when you shared your mothers expression casting bread out and it comes back buttered! (My paraphrase)
Jenny, what an inspiration you are. Your interview was very heartwarming to listen to. Thank you for sharing yourself and your family with us.
What a wonderful chat! Your relaxed way of teaching and sharing knowledge is uplifting Jenny. You’ve made us novice quilters believe we can do it. Natalie and Misty also. If I want to check out a block or idea I usually check your site first. Just love a Triple Play. Ingenious idea and so inspiring. All the hacks and shortcuts are invaluable too. I hope to visit Hamilton and enjoy the shops full of crafting treasure. My youngest son lives in California so we’ve visited him a few times . Visited a couple of states nearby but have told my husband it’s on my bucket list to visit your town. My son took me to a quilt shop near Palm Desert and I was made so welcome when they heard my Scottish accent; they showed me round their teaching area and answered all my quilting questions. I’ve always sewn, knitted, crocheted and embroidered but had made only one quilt then! And not that well!
After university my older son went to South Africa to volunteer in a couple of Townships. He helped in the local school, spent time with children who had been abandoned, damaged by circumstance and taken in to a group home. He experienced things which changed his outlook on life. I still have a copy of his emails he sent when he had access to a computer. I still read them from time to time. My son enjoyed sport and enjoyed playing and ‘coaching’ the children. They were so happy to be around you, so happy to be in school and happy with next to nothing. Most of them played soccer barefoot. He came home having made friends for life. Twenty years later some of the people who keep the facilities open are still there dependant on outside funding from churches all over the world and money that volunteers raise in order to go there.
Enjoy your experience Ron and Jenny. We will all be waiting to hear from you!
I found you, Jenny, just as we had all been sent home in March of 2020. Someone led me to you when I asked how she had made her facemasks. After that, I kept on watching, excited to be in the presence of 'my tribe' that kept me sane while I struggled with the work from home journey, that kept being extended... Thank you all for lifting me up. Best of everything wished for you in your African journey.❤
You are an amazing woman Jenny, God is giving you the best journey to add to your already amazing life. You have shared so much to me, you taught me to sew, now it’s time to be blessed in this new journey. We will miss you and we’ll be praying for you.
I started watching MSQC tutorials about 13 years ago and immediately and quietly adopted Jenny (and in time everyone else in the MSQC family) as my own. A few years ago, I was able to drive to Hamilton from eastern Missouri to go to a half-day class and I was so excited to think that I would get to see the place where it was all happening. So excited that I couldn't sleep. So in class that next day I was barely awake and needless to say, my sewing (on the fancy automatic sewing machines we were using!) suffered and I was devastated. But I still love the videos from all of you: quilting, piecing, applique, embroidery, knitting, crochet - they are all wonderful. And you still feel like my family, like echoes of my mom and grandmother sitting at their Singers, cranking out all those clothes and other heart=driven creations because they loved the recipients and wanted to bless their lives. Thank you for everything you have given me and everyone else in the world. We all truly appreciate and love you. -Sally L Harris, Florissant, MO
Great chat, you two! Jenny, your family, and your quilting family, will be cheering you on from afar and will be lifting you and Ron up in prayer and good thoughts. How exciting that you will meet so many new friends and make connections with people who will also become family to you in another way. Enjoy this time of service. We hope to see you teaching others to quilt as well as you learning and growing in your faith and desire to serve!
Wishing Jenny and Ron a safe, wonderful journey. You will be missed! But I cannot wait to hear about your journey and how it filled your heart. Thank you for not being the quilt police and encouraging everyone's creativity.
Such a great video! Thank you Jenny for all you do and continue will to do for the quilting community. You are a joy and inspiration to many! And Misty! What a sweet relationship you have with your mother in law. It makes this mama heart happy to see such a sweet relationship!
Jenny love that comment it hit home…look closely and enjoy where I was! Beautiful! Thank you for all your videos…you explained things so well so that even a dummy like me could do it! Lol. Happy trails always!
My sewing style is quick and easy too! I am Jenny’s sewing kindred spirit!
I loved this time with Misty and Jenny. I so appreciate what your efforts have added to my joy in life!! Thank you.