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Old 07-24-2011, 12:50 PM
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I made this quilt for my 90-year old mom. It was my first time setting blocks on point (and I now have a real appreciation for those of you who do this regularly!), first time measuring the border strips using the center inches as a guide, and my first time using Minkee fabric (on the back). Thanks to Mari Marike for posting her picture (Pink Graduation Quilt) and the tutorial (http://www.cluckclucksew.com/2011/06...ar-blocks.html). I loved how 'forgiving' this block was to make, since the blocks are 'squared up', and since I am not a perfectionist! I used the SEARCH feature, and got lots of informaton about sewing with the Minkee. I tied the quilt, because I was afraid of the stretchiness, and because it has the raised dots on the back. The border fabric is dark blue, although it looks black in the picture. Thanks for looking...

Front of quilt
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Back with dotted Minkee
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Old 07-24-2011, 12:51 PM
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Your Mom is lucky!! You did a beautiful job!!! :thumbup:
Thanks for sharing :)
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Old 07-24-2011, 12:55 PM
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It turned out so cute!
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Old 07-24-2011, 01:04 PM
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A really beautiful quilt.... mom should love this...
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Old 07-24-2011, 01:07 PM
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What beautiful stars! Love how the colors all work together.
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Old 07-24-2011, 01:09 PM
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Stunning.
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Old 07-24-2011, 01:10 PM
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Very pretty. Mom will love it.
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Old 07-24-2011, 01:35 PM
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Beautiful quilt, your mother will love it.
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Old 07-24-2011, 01:59 PM
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Love the colors, and that dark border just makes the quilt!
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It's gorgeous! One of my favorite color combinations. You did a great job on this quilt. Your mom will love it.
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