I have my fabric all cut out for my top secret sewing mission, and placed into carefully labeled baggies. Hmmm, there are a lot of pieces here to sort out. For each block, I need to choose one back ground fabric and three different colored fabrics to form the pattern. My biggest decision is whether to work on individual block units (stars, flying geese, etc) and get those all done, or just tackle one entire block at a time. What would you do?
On the Ozzie and Sophie front, things are going well. They have been playing nicely, even when they "play fight". They tussle around on the ground, taking turns being on the bottom, play growling, and displaying lots of teeth in a fakey sort of way. If the game shows any sign of not being fun anymore for either of them, we stop it and separate them. Sometimes they just lie quietly next to each other and play kissy-face. I never seem to be able to get a picture of it though!
Have a great weekend everyone!
You have to be the luckiest 'stunt' quilter ever! It looks like it would be great fun to quilt 'on assignment' and with such pretty fabrics. For me, best of all would be having someone else make all the decisions. I have too much fabric I've purchased because I "had" to have some and the same with books and patterns. Then, I find myself agonizing over how to use it and consequently, all too often what little time I have available to sew is wasted. I think if I were working on your project, I would sew a few of the individual units, then I'd have to complete just one block because I love to see how all the pieces fit together, and then go back production sewing. Great news that Ozzie and Sophie are getting along well. You have a great weekend, too!
Posted by: Kathy J | April 17, 2009 at 09:08 AM
oooooh, those little baggies of mystery look fun. I sew in complete steps. All of step one, all of step two, etc. So then all blocks are completed at the same time. But maybe you might want to make a "test" block to tease us a bit? Hmmm? I'm just as excited to learn the identity of the quilting Rock Star as I am to see the finished quilts. It's a double mystery. "Ms. Plum, in the quilting studio, with the 36" ruler."
Glad the pups are playing nicely. I like the quilt on the couch in the tans and blacks. Have we seen that one before?
Posted by: Allyson in Alaska | April 17, 2009 at 11:02 AM
OMG Nicole I'm exhausted just looking at all those pieces. You are amazing. I am thrilled that Ozzie and Sophie are doing well. WHEW!
Posted by: Carol | April 17, 2009 at 11:30 AM
When the blocks are going to be different I like to do them individually. Helps me from mixing them up, and you get to see results sooner, which is always a motivator for me. Chain piecing is a wonderful time saver but if I'm going to be sick of the project and feel like I haven't really accomplished anything than it isn't worth it.
Posted by: Cara | April 17, 2009 at 11:48 AM
Love that quilt on the couch! How old are Sophie and Ossie now? I worked with that Moda material - I think you showed some seafoam color yesterday? - to make my sister a lap quilt. I loved the feel of it. Glad there is peace and harmony in the home - at least with supervision. Like having two two year olds all the time, Huh?
Posted by: Charlene | April 17, 2009 at 12:04 PM
I think I would production sew, Nicole, but you'll find what works best for you! I think your celebrity gave you away today, but my lips are sealed!
Cheers!
Posted by: Candace | April 17, 2009 at 01:38 PM
That last photo looks like a backward push-me-pull-you from Dr. Doolittle. The PMPY had a head of each end. This critter has a butt on each end. Glad the doggies are getting along.
Posted by: Susan Ramey Cleveland | April 17, 2009 at 02:05 PM
I think most of the comments were for completing a block at a time. If there are lots of different blocks that would probably be the lest frustrating (for me anyway). So glad to hear that the pups are getting along. Hopefully time will prove that they can be friends. Just keep up whatever you and your dh are doing with them.
Posted by: Jocelyn | April 17, 2009 at 02:06 PM
OH.....I would love to reach in there and sneak away with those delightful bags of beautiful fabric...I'm soo bad. And I really need to do some sewing...I need the stress relief, haven't sewed a stitch for days. Ah well, more important things to take care of just now. Can't wait to see your finished projects Nicole, the suspense is building. Love the pictures of the pups too, thanks for putting a smile on my face today. Good thoughts comin your way.
Posted by: Nancy | April 17, 2009 at 02:21 PM
You are so organised! I can't wait to see what you are up to. Glad the puppies are getting along better. It must be such a relief for you. They are so cute! hee hee.
Posted by: Rebecca Woods | April 17, 2009 at 04:02 PM
I like to start with a couple of blocks first to get excited about the project then I might do steps. I'm glad to hear the dogs are getting along better.
Posted by: Janet | April 17, 2009 at 04:07 PM
I like to do 3 to 5 blocks at a time. That way I don't get sick of doing the same thing for hours. It also helps my hands if I have to do a lot of trimming and trueing up. I can't wait to see your finished product. Great news about the dogs.
Posted by: Name Barbara Clarke | April 17, 2009 at 04:52 PM
Nice to see them playing friendly....
Oooooo lots of pieces.....getting us all excited!
Posted by: Mary Flynn | April 17, 2009 at 05:10 PM
I sort all my bits into bags too, it makes life so much easier! Id do each lot of units first, then put it all into blocks...probably more time-saving.
Posted by: Kate | April 17, 2009 at 05:47 PM
Id be afraid with all thepieces I'd get stuff mixed up. You're a great piecer so any way you do it, as long as you DON'T STOP ALL WEEKEND should be great. I'm stunt sewing this weekend as well, but its mindless blanket stitching with some sewing friends. Have fun you Celebrity!
Posted by: pam | April 17, 2009 at 11:07 PM
Kissy face sounds so cute...happy to hear they are getting along!
Posted by: Kayte | April 18, 2009 at 05:21 AM
I always make my quilts a couple of blocks at a time. I get bored making the same unit over and over. I do better with color placement on scrappy quilts this way. When do we get to see the "finished secret"?
Posted by: Julia | April 18, 2009 at 07:14 AM
Oooooh! I can't wait to see what the mystery is, those fabs are gorgeous! I'm tickled to see the puppies playing together and to "hear" you smiling again :oD You GO girl! Amie :o)
Posted by: Amie in Tn. | April 18, 2009 at 07:38 PM