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    Old 10-26-2010, 05:31 PM
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    I haven't finished anything since July and this is not normal for me. When we moved I packed some of my sewing supplies but the rest went to storage. Most of my fabrics ended up stored. Recently this was changed because a very sneaky member managed to collect fat quarters and some bigger pieces. Last Friday we met for lunch and she gave me the wonderful surprise. I am very grateful to all those who contributed. It made a huge difference for me. I now have a stash to work with and I am very thankful. Love you all.

    But, before we met last week, I walked with Jorge by a thrift shop and found on the window, a quilt kit. In NYC. Unheard of. It was completely opposite to what I stand for with my quilts.

    1. It was a kit... I stay away from those as much as I can
    2. Americana colors...Colors I tend to stay away from...too many quilts done with those colors already
    3. Stars...I dislike matching corners and making sure I don't cut up the tips.
    4. Non cotton batting...I only like natural fibers for batting.

    One thing was perfect about it...It was fabric. Enough for the top, the backing and batting. I went in and pick it up for the bank breaking amount of $2.00.

    I went to the Dr today to have my knee drained (I hurt it when I fell last month in NYC and is not healed yet) so I have to stay off my feet for a few days to see if it heals. I learned to sew a little slower and use the start/stop button on the machine and slowly I got it finally done. Completely not my style, but I love it. Some stars look crooked...I guess is the way Emi was holding it.
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    Old 10-26-2010, 05:33 PM
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    that is beautiful thanks for sharing

    Hope you start feeling better soon, take care of yourself
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    Old 10-26-2010, 05:34 PM
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    It's beautiful! Nice work! Hope you feel better soon!
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    Old 10-26-2010, 05:34 PM
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    Wow for $2 that is priceless!!
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    Old 10-26-2010, 05:35 PM
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    It's beautiful!
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    Old 10-26-2010, 05:44 PM
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    Isn't it amazing how something so 'not me' is the perfect thing after all! And a bargain to boot!

    Glad you are getting the chance to be back sewing. Hope your knee heals quickly.
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    It's beautiful! I am sorry to hear about your knee. I do hope you get better real soon. Hang in there:)
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    Old 10-26-2010, 05:49 PM
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    I bet it felt good to be sewing again. Your quilt is very nice.
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    You did a really nice job, thanks for sharing.
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    Old 10-26-2010, 05:56 PM
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    You sure wrung out a lot of quilt for your $2! Good job!
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