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    Default well, I bought a sewing machine :)

    I got my taxes back today and went right and bought a Brother sewing machine.... Tomorrow I am off to Joanne Fabrics
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    How cool. Good for you. Happy Quilting and fabric shopping. Enjoy your machine!
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    Oooohhhhh sounds like loads of fun! Enjoy!

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    Woohooo! Congrats! Enjoy

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    sounds like alot of fun!!! enjoy!!
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    Neato! Have fun shopping, and can't wait to hear all about your trip!!
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    How exciting! Have fun shopping!!!

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    Good for you, hope you get lots of enjoyment out of it!
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    oooohhhhh......what fun!! welcome to the world of addiction!!

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    How exciting. Have fun with your new machine.

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    Good for you! Enjoy! Don't forget to tell us what you're making!

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    That's so great! Have fun sewing!

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    Well, right now I am working on my friendship blocks, but I found some really cute country patterned fabric so I think I may try making a quilt to place on the back of my couch...also usefull for those nights when DH just can't shake being cold..(medication makes him constantly cold)
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    Congratulations on your new sewing machine! Enjoy it!
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    Wonderful! Enjoy your new "toy".

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