Schnibble Mania Strikes Near Philadelphia!
But, y'know, neither am I one for not exploring a popular fad -- one never knows how it will turn out. I'm so enjoying my Summer Hours at work and the sewing time it affords me at home. And I decided that this summer I would try some new things. By gum, I'm going to attempt freezer paper applique. And going to paper piece at least one block. And make a Schnibble.
Not knowing really where to start with this last, I put out a call to the White Oak crowd to see if anyone had a Schnibble pattern she would lend me. Pat -- yup, that Pat -- showed up on Saturday night with this vast assortment for me to choose among. And she alleges that these are just some of her vast Schnibblerabilia. I've picked out one to start with.
And next weekend I'm going to be visiting a different quilt shop, one I've never been to, and on my shopping list is a charm pack or two and the additional fabric needed for my belated foray into Schnibbleville. If you are a Schnibbler, leave me a comment telling me what you like about 'em. And if you do not Schnibble, by gosh, leave me a comment telling me why! And I'll draw a number on Wednesday and pick up a charm pack for you, too, so we can Schnibble on together later in the month.
ADDENDUM on Wednesday, July 6, 2011: I had said I would draw a number today, but have decided to wait until Saturday for very good reason to be revealed in due time. Comments are now closed for this post. Thanks to the many people who entered.
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Have fun Nancy.
Marge
Good luck with your first one. Which pattern did you choose?
Kathie
P.S. Thanks for the giveaway - I'm in the UK - if you don't want to post overseas then please donate my chance!
quiltschon@att.net
Have fun Nancy!
This is Pat -- yep, THAT Pat. I like Schnibbles, but I'm not over-the-top wild & crazy about them. For those of you who don't know, a "schnibble" means a little piece of something, kind of like the word "schnitzel" in German. Schnibble patterns, created by Miss Rosie's Quilt Compoany, are for small quilts, usually 33" square, and use charm packs (you can use you own scraps if wish, but the 5" precuts just make it easier). Most require 2-3 charm packs, plus backgroud, backing and binding fabric.
I went through a phase where I made myself project packs of Schnibbles, pre-cutting all the fabric I'd need, and putting everything in a large zip-lock along with the pattern. I've been using them as a diversion -- something different, something quick -- when I go on a quilt day or a retreat, or when my brain just needs a rest. Done in seasonal colors, they make great table-toppers. I'll probably make a Halloween one for my DIL. I made one for my daughter, and she has it hanging in her kitchen -- it filled up a large blank wall & picks up her happy colors well. I am probably going to take one of the last of the project packs and rearrange the blocks to make a rectangular table runner rather than the suggested square.
They are fun, and they provide somewhat instant gratification. Using charm packs allows you to get a scrappy, yet coordinated look without a big investment. They are also the perfect size to machine quilt.
Deb S.
I have never made a schnibble! Why? well, I guess I never knew there might me something missing in my life - like schnibbling. I am curious to learn how schnibbling may change your life and will stay tuned for your updates.
Never Schnibbled--probably won't (after all, I am a rogue quilter), but loved the post!!
So I guess the thing I like about Schnibbles is how easy they are to change or customize, to make them your own little something something. I'll be eager to see which one you selected for your first one!
Welcome to the club!