I should have explain more or referred you to my first thread.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/main-f1...e-t247275.html
This applique block matches a 9 patch block so the snowball have to match the 2" finished size. It is a block donation and the block size is 6.5. I really LIKE the fire hydrant idea but I doubt if I can find an applique online in time, I saw so many quilter with hand applique and machine embroidered blocks I tried to come up with something special.
THANKS again for all your advice. I so appreciate it !!