Grandma Odessa Spent Weeks Piecing This Quilt. Licorice Tested It First.
Every patch of this quilt has a story, and right now the biggest one is sound asleep on top of it. Grandma Odessa sits in a gray cardigan with her glasses on, carefully pulling thread through a block of faded blue and floral squares. Draped across her lap and spilling over the couch is a growing patchwork in denim, rose prints, and soft cream. In the middle of it all, Licorice has curled into a deep, contented sleep, chin tucked against the fabric, one paw dangling over the edge. Scissors poke from a cup on the side table, and afternoon light filters through the curtains.
There's a reason cats love fabric piles. They're soft, they hold warmth, and they smell like the person who has been handling them all day. Quilting supplies, though, can hide some hazards. Needles, pins, and especially thread are risky for cats, since swallowed thread or yarn can cause serious internal problems that need a vet right away. Keep a magnetic pin dish nearby, store needles in a closed case, and never leave threaded needles lying out when you step away. If your cat insists on joining, setting aside an old scrap blanket just for them can keep everyone happy and the project safe.
Licorice clearly approves of the quilt's progress. He's tested its comfort personally and given it top marks. When it's finished, someone lucky will get to wrap up in it, though they might find a few black hairs stitched into the memories.
