Wednesday 11 June 2008

Oliver's Antics

Last night I got out this redwork tablerunner to baste but Oliver had other ideas! First, he just sat on it with his 'why aren't you feeding me' face.



Then he decided it was washing time. I'm glad he's so clean but really!. There's a time and a place!



Then it was playtime .. naughty boy! By this stage, I was 'not happy Jan'. (He's out of focus due to all the wriggling about.)



After all the excitement it was time for a snooze and I could finally get to work.



I did finally get it all basted. This is the fabric I'm using for the back ... Roman Holiday by 3 Sisters. Sorry about the horrible photos - this fabric is actually white though you'd never guess it. Had hoped to quilt it today but rearranged the kitchen instead .. as you do!



Lastly, Sylvia asked for the name of the pattern for the table runner in my last post. Sylvia, it is called Crossroads Table Runner and is from a book called Charmed and Dangerous by Heather Mulder Peterson. The book is published by Anka's Treasures.

33 comments:

  1. My little Frida says meeoooow to Oliver and says he is a cute boy who knows exactly where to sit and sleep. Because she does exactly the same.

    Your tablerunner is beautiful and of course beautiful cats knows where to fine the best spots.

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  2. Your redwork tablerunner is beatiful, the fabrics are lovely! I think Oliver wanted to tell you he would like to have it!!!

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  3. Kitties are so funny. My 2 feel that anything that comes into their world is there specifically for them. Guess Oliver has the same idea.
    Beautiful table runner.

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  4. Cats speak the same (body)-language.. no matter where they live. Midas loves when I‘m handquilting or hand-stitching the binding. He then thinks he owns the complete quilt and I can have the several square centimeters I need to work on...

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  5. The table runner is gorgeous -- love everything about it.
    Oliver's antics are priceless and so typically cat! I think he's telling you he gives the table runner the kitty two paws up seal of approval!

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  6. Looks like Oliver appreciates beautiful work!

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  7. Very Cute! I love the red and white. And Oliver too LOL!

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  8. Why is it that cats have to be in the middle of quilting projects! Your photos of Oliver are adorable as is your redwork piece.

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  9. There is nothing better when the kids decide to help out...beautiful table runner Christine....

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  10. I love the red and white table runner. I think Oliver was trying to help you.

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  11. Thanks for letting me know about the book. I already have placed an order for it today should get it tomorrow.
    Thanks again. Sylvia :)

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  12. Such a cute cat! What a fun little guy. Your runner is very pretty!

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  13. Cats can be so naughty can't they! I know you wouldn't be without them...just like me! I like the redwork runner...looks great. Jo x

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  14. Lovely tablerunner and the new blog layout is delightful!

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  15. Christine, That Oliver...so cute, but so naughty. You just have to love him!! I do love your table runner, maybe that was Oliver's way of saying he approves. Check back on my blog this weekend and you will see Rolo's naughty antics.

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  16. Not sure which is cuter - Oliver or the tablerunner??!!

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  17. HI Christine
    Your table runner is just beautiful, you have done a lovely job.
    It was so nice to meet you and your sister today, I hope you had a good shopping day here.
    I'm sure we'll see each other again.

    Love Leanne

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  18. What a lovely table runner and naughty cat.

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  19. Cute pics Christine!! The table runner has come up beautiful!!
    x sarah

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  20. It'a a very cute table runner, fabrics and stitcheries are georgeous!!!!
    Your Oliver needed just some more attention....it's a lovely friend!!!
    Ciao
    Grazia

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  21. Oliver is cute...but aren't cats funny about the hows and whens of they bath time! :o)

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  22. Oliver has great taste!!!! Your table runner looks amazing!!!!
    Hugs xxx

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  23. Beautiful blog. Could you put a translator in your blog? Regards from Spain

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  24. This table runner is astoning..you're really great with quilts!! I adore red and white, so nordic..hugs and many many thanks again for all your compliments and visits!!!

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  25. The your cat is very very beautiful!!your tablerunner is...BELLISSIMO!!!!!baci Laura

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  26. What a cheeky cat,looks cute curled up in the basket and another lovely table runner

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  27. Gorgeous tablerunner, Christine! Oliver is such a character. Who knew that such a sweet face could disguise such a mischievious personality.LOL

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  28. wow - i love the runner. everytime i see it i become more enchanted by redwork. i like the simplicity of it.
    tell me, did oliver retreat to his basket after you took the rotary cutter out????
    l
    x

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  29. You have made an adorable tabelrunner and in my favorite colours red and white. The stitchery is awesome and I realy love it.
    Oliver is a bit naughty though!!

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  30. Love the fabric used in the tablerunner. Is the book and fabric only available in Australia?

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  31. I adore your table runner, it is fantastic!

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  32. Hi,
    what a nice cat and Quilt

    Many greetings from Berlin
    Ute

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  33. tres joli, bravo, j'aime beaucoup !

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Christine