Sunday Stash Report, November 27, 2016

Lavenders from Kerry arrived.  We are sharing these seemingly hard to find lavender fabrics.  These came from Memory Lane and her stash.

This is Part 1 of Kourtepointe (aka, En Provence).  I will be using 3 yards of neutrals for the project.  I have not done any counting yet, just stitching strips and blocks from my precut scraps.  Once this heap has been ironed and cut to the correct size the counting will begin.  I will need 221 4-patches.  I am also looking for help naming this French project...

Have you ever used the Bloc-Loc Strip-Set Ruler?  It works very nice keeping the units true to size.  For the squares I use the standard ruler.

Kookoo Katchu has it's binding all sewn down.  Anxious to have it done, but love the opportunity to bind.

Here is a close up of the great quilting by Kerry.  The circles follow the design from the middle of the quilt.  I'm not the best for capturing quilting, but hopefully I have managed to give you a good look.

I had a finish in Konstant Konnection early last week.  There are more 2016 UFOs to stitch between En Provence Parts.  Soon you will be seeing Kozy Korners or Krosscheck under the needle.  For now here are my stats:

Used this week: 3.75 yards
Used YTD:  201.75 yards
Purchased this week:  0 yards
Purchased YTD:  128 yards
Net used in 2016:  73.75 yards

There are more quilters using up their fabrics.  See what else is going on through the links that Judy has on her blog.

Design Wall Monday, November 14, 2016

Super Moon over San Diego

Did you get a chance to look at the Super Moon?  If not, tonight's the night when it is at its peak.  I saw it last night and plan to catch it tonight because I am not certain I will be around when it next appears!  

Yesterday I had planned to work on my version of Hopscotch, Knikknakk.  I've probably mentioned before that this project requires lots of cutting.  I was comfortable at the table watching football so I ended up cutting out the last three blocks.  Happy that is out of the way =^.^=

I didn't get too far into the sewing before it was time to call it quits for the evening.  This is the start of Block 7.  I imagine once I am back in the sewing room after my working day this block and probably Block 8 will be stitched.  Maybe even Block 9 will see a start.   

I need a strong light or better yet daylight to work on the binding of KooKoo Katchu.  The dark blue binding isn't quite as tough as black, but definitely somewhere close.  Love a binding project!  Maybe I need to start an applique project...what do you think?

Have a wonderful week everyone.  Hook up with Patchwork Times to see more fun projects in work from around the globe.

Sunday Stash Report, November 13, 2016

I did some enhancing this week.  Two black and white 1/4 yard pieces for a project I am building, a deep blue for binding KooKoo Katchu, and finally three lavenders for Bonnie Hunter's Mystery.  My numbers are still pretty good.  The used YTD is ahead of the purchased YTD.  I should have a couple more finishes yet this year that will have me finishing a bit better in the net statistics.

Here are my purchases...

I will be splitting the lavender with Kerry =^.^=  She has some to split with me too!  We are having some difficulties finding lavender in our area.

Today I continue to work on Knikknakk.  I just finished Block 6 with three more to go before sashing.  The longest part of these 20 1/2" blocks is the cutting.  They are quite filled with different designs.  The only consistent design in them is the flying geese.

I am excited to see that the center block is "packing that punch" I had hoped to achieve. 

Used this week: 0 yards
Used YTD:  183 yards
Purchased this week:  3 yards
Purchased YTD:  128 yards
Net used in 2016:  55 yards

There are more quilters using up their fabrics.  See what else is going on through the links that Judy has on her blog.

Sunday Stash Report, August 7, 2016

Saturday when I had anticipated working on Kalvery...

I found myself driven to the cork birdhouse that has been sitting on my pantry table for the better part of a week.  It needed some remodeling!  Needless to say it took all morning.  I'm not really one to work on this type of "crafty" projects.  No Mom I'm not going to convert =^.^=  It was fun, but there must be a better glue gun than the one I have.  Talking about glue; this project used more than you could possibly guess.  I even fashioned a perch with a cooking skewer for the birdies to rest on before they make their way inside.

Katchaklaus

Next I sewed down the binding on Katchaklaus.  (This is one of the fun names to say along with Kwitcherbitchin' and Kookoo Katchu.)

Small Stars

Block 12

Block 11

I did cut out all the pieces for the last two large blocks and six stars.  I made one extra star just because the fabrics were handy and nearly the right size.  It may either replace one that is in the project now or make its way to the back or the sleeve.

Sashing

Inner Borders

These pieces separate the blocks.  The two fabrics are for the inner and outer border.  The red goes next to the eagles and then around the entire pieced center.  The tan will go next and finally a dark blue outer border.

Today I sew!  See how much I get done when you return for tomorrow's Design Wall Monday.  Oh...no change to my stash stats this week.  See other quilters using their stash through the links at Patchwork Times.

Used this week:  0 yards
Used YTD:  121 yards
Purchased this week:  0 yards
Purchased YTD:  83 yards
Net used in 2016:  38 yards

Sunday Stash Report, July 31, 2016

I'm doing a HAPPY DANCE!  I have a UFO FINISH!

Kookoo Katchu
June 2016 UFO

Having Kookoo Katchu done means I am finally up-to-date with my yearly UFO Challenge with Marti and 52Quilts.com.  Now I wait just one day until August UFO project is called.  Nothing like coming down to the wire this month =^.^=

Kayenne
May 2016 UFO

Kontentment
July 2016 UFO

Kayenne was finished earlier in the month and fortunately July UFO was already a finish earlier this year.  So bring it on August...

For stash reporting it is always nice to have a finish, right?  Kookoo Katchu had some fabric purchased, but also a Christmas gift well used in the background fabric.  I plan to use scraps from the project for the back, sleeve, and maybe the binding.  What do you think about the light blue in the quilt's middle for a binding?  Too light?  I do think it needs to have some color around the edges; the dark blue used in the vines is calling out to me a bit though.  Opinions please, now I know you have one.

Used this week:  11.75 yards
Used YTD:  121 yards
Purchased this week:  0 yards
Purchased YTD:  83 yards
Net used in 2016:  38 yards

See others working through their fabric stash at Patchwork Times.

Design Wall Monday, July 25, 2016

Aren't these the cutest?  Kerry found them during a recent vacation she took.  I guess I'll have to make a sash to sew them on to.  Is there such a thing as Good Quilter badges...

The first applique border is in place on Kookoo Katchu.  I have it glued down right now.  Stitching will start with the vines first which should be at lunchtime today.

I will start at the top and work my way down the side.  There is an identical applique pattern on the bottom right side.  Anxious on this pretty project!

Before starting on the vines I set out to finish Sunshine Quilt Guild's 2017 Opportunity Quilt.  All done; now to make arrangements to get it to the next member for label.  Someone is working on the tickets.  Its debut will be at the San Diego Quilt Show in the Fall.  Yes, it is Bonnie Hunter's design called Garden Party.  I hope the winning ticket for this one is mine :)!  If not another design in my "want to make bucket".

Hope there is something exciting going on in your sewing room today!  There is more to see through the links at Patchwork Times.

Sunday Stash Report, July 24, 2016

Kookoo Katchu
2016 June UFO

I have the borders on now.  It is time for the applique to be set in place.

I plan to work on the top left side first.  I have enough vine and applique pieces prepared to have that happen.  I had thought I might leave the border off to stitch down the applique, but changed my mind on that.  The border is only 6" finished and the quilt top itself isn't too big.  Putting them on first helps align the placement better.

Vine

Applique Pieces

I stayed away from quilt shops this week.  Lots of progress on Kookoo Katchu, but its finish won't be this week.  I'm still hoping for the finish in July.  Here is my stash report for this 31st week of 2016.

Used this week:  0 yards
Used YTD:  109.25 yards
Purchased this week:  0 yards
Purchased YTD:  83 yards
Net used in 2016:  26.25 yards

See others working through their fabric stash at Patchwork Times.

Friday, July 22, 2016

TGIF!  Wish that it was an OFF Friday for me :(

I have Kookoo Katchu piecing on my design wall less the borders.  You can see that I have that going on too.  I've been working on the applique parts.

There aren't too many pieces to prepare.  Only three different shapes.  The majority of these will be the leaf that doubles as petals in a couple of flowers.

The difficult part is preparing the bias vine.  I really don't prefer using the binding tool with the tape.  I have it, tried it.  The old fashion way works best for me.  I want the vine to finish 1/4" wide.  I'll be using the darkest of the blues.  You may notice in the first photograph the placement of the dark blue.  
It is all coming together for a finish by the end of the month!  Have a wonderful Friday and enjoy the weekend.  We are staying away from the city this weekend...Comicon is in full attendance all weekend!

Design Wall Monday, July 18, 2016

I have all the pieced units of Kookoo Katchu together.  It is my June UFO.  I am busy putting together Block 1.  The rest of the design is pretty much in the sashing.  You didn't think my Design Wall would be without something for too long...now did you?

This of course is just the start, but it shouldn't take too much time to finish Block 1s.  The time will come when the applique gets started.  This is where I'll be slowing down LOL.

While I was at a quilting retreat not long ago, Janet had a box like this for storing all of her Perle threads.  (Janet actually had a bunch of these boxes.)  One is all I need unless I find myself evolving into another quilting path =^.^=.  It is much better than a gallon size baggie.  I had room for some fancy threads and mono filament in my box.

It is a fishing tackle box made by Plano.  23780-00 Deep Stowaway Box with Adjustable Dividers at just $16.66.  I got mine through Amazon.

Another neat thing learned about at the quilt retreat was this battery operated fan.  Candi had one that I borrowed when she wasn't using it.  Mine came to me as a surprise from my Mom.  She purchased it at Bed, Bath, and Beyond.

Until next time, be safe and watch your back.  There are way too many nasty things going on around us.  See other projects through the links at Patchwork Times.

Sunday Stash Report, July 17, 2016

Finally I have something USED!  Kayenne was finished on Monday.  This pleases me more than you can imagine.  It is a beautiful project that was too long in the making for me.  May UFO is in the books.  Designed by Valori Wells called High Desert Paprika.

I plan to use this wide batik fabric for the back.  I have had it in my stash for awhile now just waiting for Kayenne.

Now is the start of June UFO, Kookoo Katchu.  I just love saying this, it is just fun =^.^=  I have all the pieces cut now.  Today I'll be at the sewing machine stitching away.  Kookoo Katchu has an applique border which will slow me down a little bit.  This design is by Linda Ballard called A Gaggle of Geese.  Hope I can finish this project this month.

I have the binding and sleeve machine stitched down on Sunshine Quilt Guild Opportunity Quilt.  You may recognize the design from Bonnie Hunter called Garden Party.  The hand stitching comes next.  Tickets will soon be available...

Used this week:  21 yards
Used YTD:  109.25 yards
Purchased this week:  0 yards
Purchased YTD:  83 yards
Net used in 2016:  26.25 yards

See others working through their fabric stash at Patchwork Times.

Design Wall Monday, July 11, 2016

Kayenne
80" x 92"
May 2016 UFO

Kayenne is complete and boy is this one snazzy project.  It is High Desert Paprika by Valori Wells.  It was the 2007 Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show Raffle Quilt design.  I have had two wonderful visits since May when this UFO was to be finished, but both of them were well worth the delay.  I am happy to be ready for stitching Kookoo Katchu my June UFO.  It's exciting to have a change to my Design Wall!

Empty Design Wall

Kookoo Katchu will be lots of flying geese units and a bit of retro looking applique.  In shades of blue with a yellow gold accent.  Honestly I couldn't visual this project in any other color combination.  Totally different then Kayenne you must agree; nothing like variety =^.^=

A Gaggle of Geese
by Linda Ballard

Have a wonderful week.  More awesome projects can be seen through the links today at Patchwork Times.