Quilting on an Airplane

[Paula D.]

I too cannot sew on an airplane. Why risk getting your stuff gone through and possibly confiscated? IMHO, NONE of the scanner people know WHAT they are doing, and at best, it is a "show" to make people believe they are being protected. Flying has become an insane ordeal. They wanted to "test" my Mom's glucose!! Frequent fliers know to "lay low" and NOT give them any cause to check your stuff more closely. Keep your sharp stuff in your checked bag. and use the time to sketch a new design....and for heaven's sake, don't wear an underwire bra!!! 8)

[Bonnie J.]

I have taken my sewing kit with me on probably a dozen flights since there has actually BEEN security at the airports and other than them backing up my carryon to take a second look now and then, have had no problem. It may help that my second carryon is usually a quilted one though. :-)

[Bonnie J.]

Can you actually do good work on a plane? I can barely get decent stitches when I am at home with my ott light and all my other paraphernalia.

[Bonnie J.]

I too cannot sew on an airplane. Why risk getting your stuff gone through and possibly confiscated? IMHO, NONE of the scanner people know WHAT they are doing, and at best, it is a "show" to make people believe they are being protected. Flying has become an insane ordeal. They wanted to "test" my Mom's glucose!! Frequent fliers know to "lay low" and NOT give them any cause to check your stuff more closely. Keep your sharp stuff in your checked bag. and use the time to sketch a new design....and for heaven's sake, don't wear an underwire bra!!! 8)

Well, I for one am deeply thankful for the efforts put forth by the TSA and government agencies that continue to assure OUR safety while travelling. I can assure you it is neither a "show" (what a stupid thing to say) nor an attempt to make your trip "insane". There's a simple solution to your rant: Don't fly.

[Paula D.]

Miles, Miles, Miles......I mean I fly lots of miles all the time. (In China I had my Purel confiscated - FRAMMABLE!) No need to get nasty, dear. I'm expressing my experiences, and I don't for a minute think my safety is insured by frisking Grandma in her wheelchair. And I don't think they're about to check everyone's underwear. Back to quilting please!!!! :roll:

[Beth A.]

We are planning a trip to Europe this year. I have traditionally been able to carry on my applique needlework complete with Fiskars round-tip kindergarten scissors.

I am wondering, tho, if the rules have changed about scissors as a result of the Detroit bomber at Christmas.

Anyone have RECENT experience flying with scissors, needles, etc.?

BethMI

[Hannelore N.]

I hear a lot about this topic from friends and family who fly frequently. They all tell different stories, and there seems to be no rhyme or reason to it all. It seems to depend on the actual airline, the airport authorities, where the plane flies to, what nationality the flyer is, or any combination of these. A very level-headed friend who seems to spend more time in the air than on the ground said: 'Check with the airline, follow their instructions, carry as little as possible with you, avoid items made of metal, and arrive at the airport early.' Her most important carry-on item: A paperback novel.

Happy and safe flying everyone!

Lorchen

[Cher O.]

I just returned 2 days ago from a trip to Kuwait. I left Jan 6th and flew Vancouver, Chicago, Washington, Kuwait. Leaving Canada and flying into the USA, there was no carry on allowed. Except for laptops, not in the case. Medicine or medical machines. Canes, crutches or walkers. That was all. I was 24 hours in transit and would have loved to have some hand sewing to do but I didn't bother. I know they have to check everything and I hope it always works to keep myself and others safe. I was allowed my purse so I had my wallet, a paperback book and my ipod. I made it fine.
Although, I sure would have loved to have carryon with a change of clothes and toothbrush etc, when I arrived in Kuwait and my suitcase was 3 days behind me.

Cher in BC