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Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Still appliqueing

Could you believe there was a pair of scissors missing from this photo? Do you think its a sickness to still want more? I know every pair intimately and when DH says "why do you need another pair of scissors?" I just look sweetly at him and say "for the same reason you need another torch, one for every job!" Oh ok, now he gets it, lol.
See that teeny tiny pair of snips in the middle, they are airline approved but I'm always too shy to sew on flights. I don't like being looked at. And how about this guy? I think I should make a pincushion to go with him.
I've already chosen and prepped my fabrics for my third block of the Mary Mannakee quilt.
Here's block two all done, I just can't leave this project alone at the moment. I'm sure I'll slow down, I'm just keen at the moment. I think it's because I'm going on holiday soon and I don't think I'll be stitching much at all and I have to leave my applique at home so I'll just get a few weeks worth in before I go.
I was having a nice browse through this book today, well it's actually a catalogue of album quilts that went to Japan some years ago.
Now I really like this block on the bottom right and it might do for the MM as there are a couple of blocks I want to leave out of the original pattern.
Lovely quilts on every page.

49 comments:

  1. Abby and StephanieJuly 22, 2009 at 10:21 PM

    A toothpick voodoo doll! Funny. :o) Didn't know there were airline approved scissors. Would you tell me the brand and where you found them? I know crochet hooks are approved but apparently not knitting needles!

    More gorgeous applique!!!

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  2. CrispyJuly 22, 2009 at 10:28 PM

    Yep you have a few scissors but you don't have my favorite ones. They are so old that I can't make out the manufacturer anymore but they are longish and slender with an angled blade. They are just perfect for snipping inner curves and sharp inner points. I stole them from my hubby's tool box.

    Your second block is wonderful and I would really love to see that block in the book once your make it.

    Crispy

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  3. DarleneJuly 22, 2009 at 10:40 PM

    Well, I'm snickering at the toothpick voodoo doll - cute!!! LOL

    I can see why you want to continue to work on this project - I call this being smitten! :-)

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  4. DarleneJuly 22, 2009 at 10:41 PM

    Ahem - I have an ongoing love affair with scissors, also. I love them! I'll have to round them up and share one day. LOL

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  5. DarleneJuly 22, 2009 at 10:44 PM

    Me again - teehee!!! I enlarged the picture of the scissors - the tiny, airline approved ones are beyond cute. LOL

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  6. AnonymousJuly 22, 2009 at 10:45 PM

    One can never have to many scissors, love the bits on the end off your scissors to protect them where did you get those?

    cheers
    Christine

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  7. NedraJuly 22, 2009 at 11:08 PM

    I don't think I've ever seen a scissor collection quite as complete as yours.
    And you are going on vacation without your applique?

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  8. ranetteJuly 22, 2009 at 11:26 PM

    Oh I have a scissor fetish as well. I have just discovered the Kai brand because one of the somewhat LQS's is carrying them now. I really like them, but not as well as my Dovo's.

    Love the fabrics and the toothpick voodoo doll is too cute!

    Your block is exquisite!

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  9. wishes, true and kindJuly 22, 2009 at 11:36 PM

    I know what you mean about being too shy to stitch on flights -- I have a hard time with that too (or anywhere out in public). It draws so much attention, and sometimes I prefer to just blend into the crowd.

    Love your scissors and ride that wave of enthusiasm on the applique blocks. You're right, we often do have periods where we slow down, so keep it up while you have the drive. That quilt is going to be a beauty!

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  10. Terrie SandelinJuly 23, 2009 at 12:04 AM

    Wow on the scissor collection. The toothpick holder is just about the coolest thing "evah"! I just laughed and really want one for my own. Your applique blocks are gorgeous!

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  11. JocelynJuly 23, 2009 at 12:15 AM

    Love you scissor collection. I have quite a few myself :-)

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  12. BetsyJuly 23, 2009 at 12:31 AM

    Janet your applique is just spectacular. I look at it and I am just marveled.
    Like you I too love scissors especially the Gingher ones.
    Like gardening tools I need a pair everywhere and my husband just understands now.
    If I am gardening in the front, side, back, east ,west, I like my supplies to be close by.
    Just like quilting, whereever I quilt, my supplies should be close by.

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  13. JanJuly 23, 2009 at 12:40 AM

    Your second block is wonderful! And isn't that book great? I have a copy and was just looking at it last night. I guess I've got the red & green bug...again. :-)

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  14. YankeeQuilterJuly 23, 2009 at 1:20 AM

    I used to travel a lot of work and always had a bit of stitching in my bag. Amazing how many folks will sit down next to you and just start talking about their grandmother/aunt/cousin who is or was a quilter.

    Enjoy seeing your MM blocks....

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  15. MaryJuly 23, 2009 at 1:23 AM

    I'd love to get a copy of the MHS book - it looks wonderful! Besides the center block of MM, which do you want to replace? I did that on my Circuit Rider top and I'm very happy with my replacements. I like them much better than the blocks I left out of the original.

    Who makes that leafy, feathery fabric? I don't think I've ever seen that one.

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  16. JanetJuly 23, 2009 at 1:43 AM

    Your block is lovely! Wow you get a lot done. I like the one checkered leaf in the block you like - makes me smile. It's a great block! Would you call that a horseshoe?

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  17. JuliannJuly 23, 2009 at 1:50 AM

    That is a lot of scissors! Do you have a favorite pair? And that block is really lovely. I may need to take a break from browsing your blog - the inspiration is never ending.

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  18. JuliannJuly 23, 2009 at 2:04 AM

    p.s. I love your banner. Another pattern that I have waiting patiently in the "someday" pile.

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  19. KarenJuly 23, 2009 at 2:05 AM

    Love the toothpick holder!! And, such a grand collection of scissors. Block two looks wonderful! I have the red fabric. Love it.

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  20. MarthaJuly 23, 2009 at 2:18 AM

    The second block is unbelievable -- all those sharp, inside curves. I just marvel at your stitching...and you're so fast!

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  21. AnnetteJuly 23, 2009 at 2:51 AM

    Your scissors are beautiful! and your stitching superb!

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  22. CarolJuly 23, 2009 at 4:31 AM

    OMG the toothpick man is sooooooooo funny! I love scissors too...we quilters...LOL!

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  23. AnonymousJuly 23, 2009 at 4:43 AM

    Ah yes, scissors.....lots of them! How are you on shoes? LOL

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  24. Erin in MIJuly 23, 2009 at 5:27 AM

    Awesome scissor collection! Now I know what to say to DH when he asks me the same thing - only I'll use flashlights on him :D

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  25. JuliaJuly 23, 2009 at 9:37 AM

    One can never have too many scissors...
    Third block already Janet...you doing great and they look lovely..
    Julia ♥

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  26. antique quilterJuly 23, 2009 at 10:13 AM

    2nd block is beautiful...fabrics for 3rd wonderful!
    What a scissor collection...hmm me its all about rulers!
    and quilt books!
    but I can easily see I need a few more pairs of scissors.
    I just LOVE that toothpick holder, tooo fun!
    Kathie

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  27. MarisaJuly 23, 2009 at 10:50 AM

    Oh, must get a copy of that book...how would one get their hands on it? What's the ISBN? Throw us a bone here!

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  28. MJinMichiganJuly 23, 2009 at 11:34 AM

    I inherited my grandmother's collection of embroidery and sewing scissors and have done my best to add to them. I just can't pass up a pair of good scissors.
    I've really enjoyed seeing the close ups of your applique blocks and stitches and reading your tips. I sure wish I could applique as fast as you and Kathie! Even with over 20 years of practice, I'm still rather slow.
    Have fun on your holiday.

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  29. UnknownJuly 23, 2009 at 12:06 PM

    Love the comeback with DH about his Torches..funny.!...Love the block you have picked out it is Gorgeous..your Blocks are Lovely..
    can never have too many Scissors really...
    cheers

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  30. Vicky FJuly 23, 2009 at 12:37 PM

    Your applique is to die for! Really! Don't you find half the battle is getting the block prepped?
    Vicky F

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  31. jeanJuly 23, 2009 at 12:51 PM

    Janet
    Once again such perfection. I love the block you want to use instead of the one in the original pattern you are doing.iykwim
    I love your collection of scissors. One of my friends has a collection of rulers,and lets face it we all have a collection of fabric, and we ALWAYS need more:-)
    BTW I only like your new banner cos I LOVED your other one with the candies hexagons:-)

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  32. SherriJuly 23, 2009 at 1:28 PM

    Love all the scissors....I never realized there were any you could take on a plane! Thanks for sharing the wonderful book as well!

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  33. PatchworkRoseJuly 23, 2009 at 9:13 PM

    I seriouly like that Bottom right block too . It is so nice.
    Don't see a pair of scisseroos in that scissor collection :-)
    theya re just so nice to use. Can definately recommend.
    Love your prepped blocks
    Cheers
    Lynne

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  34. alobsigerJuly 24, 2009 at 12:45 AM

    Oh my, Janet, I don't know what to comment on first. Your 2nd block is just gorgeous. What beautiful work you do....spectacular skills! And the scissors? Swooning. Of course, I am extremely impressed that you could collect them all to show us a photo! I don't have nearly as many but I love a pretty new pair of scissors -- I just don't know where they all are. They get tucked away with a project that is being taken along and then they go missing (ahem, along with the project?). I'm going back to look at them all now. And their lovely jewelry...very pretty!

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  35. JanetJuly 24, 2009 at 1:19 AM

    I love your arrangement of scissors. I didn't know about the small airline approved scissors. I fly enough that these would be nice to have. You are flying along with the applique and I don't even have my pattern yet. What's taking them so long.

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  36. julieQJuly 24, 2009 at 5:36 AM

    I love all those scissors! When we cleaned out dear mil's home, she had over 100 pairs, most antique...I love them! Very pretty block you are working on.

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  37. BunnyJuly 24, 2009 at 6:52 AM

    I feel the same way about scissors for some reason LOL. Love all your tip on them and that little doll is too too cute Ouch. :)

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  38. Chookyblue......July 24, 2009 at 7:11 AM

    I have quite a few pairs of scissors but nothing like that.........lol.......

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  39. Carrie P.July 24, 2009 at 9:58 AM

    Love that little toothpick holder. Too funny.
    I like that block in the book too. I like it because it is different.

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  40. Rose MarieJuly 24, 2009 at 11:24 PM

    I'm still chuckling over the scissors! I never thought I had many until your post and I started to count ....

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  41. JudyJuly 25, 2009 at 1:52 AM

    I love scissors and I only have 3 pair! Wow I am seriously behind in collecting them..lol! I love those fabrics and I have only seen 2 of them before..your collection, along with Kathie's is fantastic!

    Now I can't think of a word for how your block looks...magnificent is too ordinary. You really do the most wonderful work!

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  42. KaarenJuly 25, 2009 at 12:11 PM

    I can't believe there is someone who has more scissors than me! I must show my DH this photo! I am a scissor addict and I've found a partner. Oh, oh!

    I'm just catching up on my blog reading after being computerless for 8 days. My you've been busy, Janet. Your MM blocks are stunning, but I knew they would be. I finally broke down and ordered the pattern today and after seeing your blocks, I'm more pumped than ever now! But first I have to decide which scissors to use...just kidding!

    Thanks again for the inspiration. Truly amazing work!

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  43. JudyJuly 25, 2009 at 12:53 PM

    Had to come back and ask a question..where do you find the beaded scissor fobs? I realize they are knitting needle point covers but do you get them locally. Guess I might have to find some beads and make a few!

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  44. Karen - Quilts...etc.July 26, 2009 at 5:13 AM

    that looks like a wonderful book and wonderful Baltimore Album as well.
    Karen
    http://karensquilting.com/blog/

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  45. LeaJuly 26, 2009 at 4:05 PM

    *LOL* Janet, I love that Voodoo guy! It's so funny and yes, I'd love to see him as a pincushion.*LOL*

    This Japanese quilt book is very beautiful. I always love Baltimore album quilt and love your idea of swiching original MM pattern to this block.

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  46. MeredithJuly 26, 2009 at 8:52 PM

    glad to see you are progressing. I have been away for a little bit but I am back up and running on my blog again. I hope to get to my McCord quilt this week.

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  47. Jean July 26, 2009 at 11:35 PM

    You do beautiful work, lovely applique!

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  48. JanetAugust 13, 2009 at 11:52 PM

    I love your 2nd block. I have finished turning and basting the shapes on blocks 1 and 3 but was hesitant to start those "fingers". Will be posting the started blocks in the next couple days. You are an inspiration.

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  49. Quilts And PiecesSeptember 21, 2009 at 12:21 PM

    Yes you have pairs of my favorite scissors in that pic! And you aren't crazy - I LOVE scissors too! I had to do some catching up as you can see! I wish I could sew with you and have you teach me your beautiful applique and hand quilting.

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