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  1. 01-02-2009, 08:58 AM #1
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    Hi all! So, I started the lap quilt for my mother's birthday last night. Once I started, I couldn't stop. Granted, it's not fabulous and is a little uneven, but when I put the backing on and wrap it over the edges, you won't be able to see the uneveness in the edging, and I doubt my mom will notice anyway.

    I don't have a sewing machine, so it was done by hand, but I am proud of myself for a first attempt. Today it's off to the store to buy fabric for the back and to buy some of the filler, as well.

    I put dh's slipper by the quilt to give you a size judger.
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  2. 01-02-2009, 09:12 AM #2
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    Amy that is great! I love it! Hand sewn ~ you are a trooper! Hope your mom loves it!
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    That is very pretty!!..Good job
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    Great job!
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    That's great! Handsewn as well, wow.
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    Great job! Wow handsewn too, fabulous.
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    Very nicely done! She'll love it!
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    It looks great Amy...wonderful job!
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    by hand. WOW. very nice, be sure to post picture of finished product.
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    You did a good job putting it together...... and to hand sew it....... Great job
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    Amy, that's awesome. I did notice something though - you're off to get some more fabric. Be careful or you're going to get the bug.

    What a wonderful gift to give to someone.
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    It'll be a wonderful gift, can't wait to see the finished product. CJ's right, your gonna get bit by the bug if you aren't careful! End up with closets full of fabric stash!
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    Nice job Amy.

    I hate hand sewing, so I'm even more impressed that you did it w/o a machine.
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    I was just using your old sewing machine yesterday & was thinking of you! (I bought it off of her last year & love it!)
    Speaking of loving it, your Mom is going to love your hand stitched with love quilt. :clapgirl:
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    Not to worry, CJ. I have a ton of fabric here, but it's all smaller pieces...I wanted a solid backing. That is the ONLY reason I bought more fabric. Trust me.
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