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My first art quilt

New postby bridesmom on Mon Dec 28, 2009 4:15 pm

Ok, here it is. I have to admit, I am thrilled with how this has turned out. Honestly i was terrified to do it, but other than a few things that I'd change for the next time, it went well. Posting the picture it was taken from as well. This is Lennie, my son's dog that we lost in November to cancer. It's DS's Christmas present that he will get on Wednesday. I did go for the woodgrain on the border which went pretty good. It's nice not having to make straight lines when free motion quilting.
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Re: My first art quilt

New postby LeapFrog Libby on Mon Dec 28, 2009 4:21 pm

Fantastic ! ! ! What a great job you did.. Pat yourself on the back for that one, girlfriend ! ! Don't you know he will treasure that for always.. You are such a great mom for that..
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Re: My first art quilt

New postby SmilieFace on Mon Dec 28, 2009 4:55 pm

Wow! Great job! That really turned out nicely! You should be proud of yourself.


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Re: My first art quilt

New postby HeyJudee on Mon Dec 28, 2009 5:56 pm

Laura...just superb! You are now and artist as well as a quilter... :dance:
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Re: My first art quilt

New postby momquilts on Mon Dec 28, 2009 6:02 pm

Laura,

That is a fantastic gift to your son. It made me cry thinking how much he will cherish the quilt of his dear Lennie made by his wonderful mom. The quilt rivals some that we see in the quilt show in Lancaster, PA each spring. You have done a great job and should be very proud of your work! :applause:

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Re: My first art quilt

New postby sewhappyrtr on Mon Dec 28, 2009 8:59 pm

That is just beautiful..
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Re: My first art quilt

New postby lendube on Mon Dec 28, 2009 9:03 pm

I am in awe of your talent, Laura. It's just beautiful and so very meaningful. Be sure and let us know how it goes when you give it to your ds. What a wonderful way to honor a very special and well loved dog. :applause:
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Re: My first art quilt

New postby DorothyL on Tue Dec 29, 2009 6:21 am

That is beautiful. I'm sure it will be a treasure.
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Re: My first art quilt

New postby kaitlinnegan on Tue Dec 29, 2009 11:26 am

Beautiful. What a great way to remember a special dog.
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Re: My first art quilt

New postby Bama on Tue Dec 29, 2009 6:27 pm

Absolutely fabulous! I'm sure your son will cherish it. What a special gift. :D
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