I need advice. I can't decide if the pink quiltlet looks better without the black buttons or with them. What do you think?
With or without? Black buttons or no black buttons? What's it gonna be?
Also, look below what the mailman brought this morning! Isn't this the sweetest little handmade book? Rice at Voodoo Cafe sent it to me out of the blue clear sky. Thanks, Rice. It's going to look great with my little collection of little books.
This afternoon, I think I'm going to bake banana nut bread for tomorrow's bake sale. Then tomorrow, I'll make strawberry cupcakes. Veronica and Beth are making the blackberry cobblers this time; I don't know what all everyone else is making. I'm looking forward to getting some more fresh peaches at the market. We've run out, and we're almost out of tomatoes and cucumbers too. To me, best thing about summer is the fresh fruits and vegetables.
Prayer Request: Let's keep the people of Paradise, California, as well as the firefighters, in our prayers. Many homes are in danger of being consumed by the fire that the firefighters have been battling for weeks without a day off.
Gayle at Sparkle Jars tells us that her dad, stepmom, grandmother, and their pets have been evacuated and that the fire is only 1/2 mile from their home.
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On 07/10/2008, Sunny said ...
Hello! I just happened upon your blog and thought I say, I like the black buttons. I mean, either way looks wonderful, but the buttons really make it complete. Wonderful work!
On 07/10/2008, Fitzy said ...
I love it "with"!! It helps move your eye from the vase to the buttons to the border.
Very, very cute.
On 07/10/2008, ceramicnut said ...
My vote is for the black buttons, I love how this turned out.
LINDA
On 07/10/2008, Teresa said ...
I like it with the buttons as well. It sure is cute!
On 07/10/2008, Dale Anne said ...
LOVE it WITH BUTTONS!!!
Just came upon your blog.......
On 07/10/2008, Karla said ...
I'll be the odd duck and say without.
Karla
On 07/10/2008, Lynne in Hawaii said ...
I really like it with the buttons! They add awonderful contrast! Sounds like some yummy fixin's happening in your house! Still on my trip...back in a week.
On 07/10/2008, Deb said ...
WITH the buttons really adds that little extra! The quilt has turned out beautifully!! I love it!
And I love handmade books like the one you received. My sister has made those before, and I have one. For the life of me I can't figure out what to write in it that won't mess it up. So it just sits looking pretty! :)
On 07/10/2008, Beverly said ...
I vote for the buttons. It has turned out great, Susan.
I will definitely keep them in my prayers. Fire is so devastating.
On 07/10/2008, Terri said ...
I think it needs something, so I pick the black buttons.
On 07/10/2008, Molly said ...
I'm another odd duck, I love it without the buttons! It looks fresher and more spacious. The buttons kind of are too heavy looking, I can't describe it well. They call attention to themselves and not the yoyos. In the second pic(w/o buttons), I see the yoyos first with a vase and border, they look much more front and center, more modern.
Molly, who really wants to quilt again someday!
On 07/10/2008, Trudy Neill of Windemere Farm said ...
My vote is for the buttons...the completion of the vision is drawn from the outside frame to the inside, just like a bee is drawn to the pollen! Wonderful job, Susan, I really like this piece very much.
On 07/10/2008, Chris p said ...
I like the buttons-They make the pieces pop! This is an awesome quilt!
On 07/10/2008, Cathi said ...
I vote for the buttons -- they really finish this off. Gorgeous quilt! Love it!!
On 07/10/2008, Andy said ...
I like the buttons. And i'm sorry you never got any of my strawberry cupcakes. They weren't all that great anyway. But I did eat most of them.
On 07/10/2008, Kai said ...
Oh, dooooo keep the buttons! It makes the piece POP! And yum to the banana nut bread! My mouth is watering! Mercy, between yours and Anita's goodies, I'd gain 100 pounds. Everything you both COOK sounds so fabulous!
On 07/10/2008, PHyl said ...
Oh, yes, the quiltlet needs the black buttons to balance the black vase! And I love it all together.....sweet little yo-yo's!
On 07/10/2008, Karyl said ...
Susan-
A very pretty quilt!!! I say it looks nice either way but black is not my favorite color so if you really like buttons I would make them the same as the flower color that they are going on! But thats just me! Like I said very pretty either way -- Tomato Tomatoe!!!! And I agree the fresh produce is the best part of summer! I recently made banana bread Hawaiian style! Just for variety! :o) Happy Summer!
Karyl
On 07/11/2008, kayellen said ...
Add the buttons!!!Looks great:)
I just added you to my friend list.
Remind me when I get back from Washington and I will send you a sample of my mom's industrial double sided adhesive tape:)
I think you would love it for all your crafts!
Take Care,
KayEllen
On 07/11/2008, kayellen said ...
Add the buttons!!!Looks great:)
I just added you to my friend list.
Remind me when I get back from Washington and I will send you a sample of my mom's industrial double sided adhesive tape:)
I think you would love it for all your crafts!
Take Care,
KayEllen
On 07/11/2008, Donna said ...
Been following your progress and really love your little quilt. I like the buttons!
On 07/11/2008, Patti Koosed said ...
I like the black buttons.
I also like the book you received. It is delightful!
Thanks for stopping by my blog it is always good to hear from you.
Thanks for the compliment on my magnets. They were fun to make. I need some guidance and of course I have found that in one of the talented artists through blogging. With her help I will get better. Also thanks for the compliment on our new porch and sidewalk.
Hugs
Patti
On 07/11/2008, Joan said ...
Like it with buttons coordinates with edging and vase. Have fun baking
On 07/11/2008, May Kristin said ...
Definately WITH the buttons! I love it!
On 07/11/2008, Betty Jo said ...
Well I'm not one to follow the crowd. I love the quilt, and I like it better without the black buttons. Although I adore buttons, I love the yo yo flowers so and I've always liked to see the center of them. xoxo
On 07/11/2008, Alison Gibbs said ...
I love the look of the buttons but I think I would rather a different coloured button, maybe light green.
Alison
On 07/11/2008, pam said ...
I'm going "with" the buttons.
On 07/11/2008, Sherri said ...
Go buttons!!
On 07/11/2008, Liz said ...
I kind of like it without... but either way is still adorable.
On 07/11/2008, Wendy said ...
With. It ain't finished until it has beads on it! But buttons will do just fine :~)
On 07/11/2008, mom2fur said ...
Well, first, thanks for the nice comment on the little outfit I made!
Next, I have to ask...is the 'vase' black? It looks kind of dark brown. I'd go for brown buttons if the latter is the case, or I'd do the black if it's black. I think the buttons 'finish' it nicely.
I love the little book!
And how did the banana bread come out? I made some today. It took 10 minutes longer to cook than the recipe said. But the recipe didn't have an oven temperature listed, so I'm wondering if I should have set it higher than 350. What temp do you use?
On 07/11/2008, Amy said ...
With, they compliment the vase well.
On 07/11/2008, domi said ...
Beautiful quilt. I like it better without the buttons.
On 07/11/2008, domi said ...
Beautiful quilt. I like it better without the buttons.
On 07/11/2008, Jeanne said ...
I like the buttons, it gives the flowers a center.
I love to bake and hardly do it lately. I am always trying to lose weight. The blackberries are getting ripe and my family loves blackberry pie and jam. I have them growing all down my side yard in profusion, so I guess I'll get baking. In one week all my grandkids will be here for one week. We stack them up like cord wood and have a blast. They are from 19 to nine years of age. Nine in all. We have done this for years. It is a very special time.
I guess I went on and on, it is easy to get lost in our sharing at times.
Love ya, Jeanne
On 07/11/2008, Susan Tuttle said ...
What a gorgeous creation!! I prefer without the buttons - i think they are a little dark against all the light hues.
Susan
xo
On 07/12/2008, Nicole said ...
Buttons....YES! They are whimsical and tie everything together. Great finishing touch.
On 07/12/2008, sherry said ...
Sorry I'm a little late. I like it best with the buttons although it looks cute either way.
On 07/12/2008, jodie viall said ...
i really like the buttons. if you're unsure, you could always try a variety of different coloured buttons? black, brown, pink, tan, etc...
what a cute design. i love it!
On 07/13/2008, Lisa said ...
I have never been a huge fan of yo yo flowers, but I really like the way these look with the buttons. They help draw the eye up from the vase. I vote keep em.
On 07/15/2008, Holly Elam said ...
I like it with buttons but a different color, cream maybe.
On 07/17/2008, Edna said ...
I like it with the buttons as well! Just my 2cents worth.. and you don't get alot for 2 cents anymore ;-)
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