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This was made for my father in law for his 84th birthday.(2008)
In the center of stars is a large black button from an official Marine Corp uniform. Dad only got to enjoy it for a short while. He passed away from cancer in June 2009. |
Beautful quilt
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Beautiful quilt and what a lovely memorial to what looks to be a wonderful man.
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beautiful... :thumbup:
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I am so sorry for your loss, he looked so pleased sitting in front of his quilt. My father did not live to see the one I was making for him, it took me several years to finally finish it and give it to my Mother.
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Semper Fi....Love that!!! Glad he was able to at least enjoy it.
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Very nice!! I'm so sorry for your loss.
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Oh my that is awesome. You did a great job on it. I'm sure he loved it. I'm sorry for you loss.
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Wasn't it lovely that he got to enjoy it. My DH is a former Marine.
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How wonderful that your dad was able to see it and enjoy it...I started one for my son that I was going to finish when he came back from Iraq...the center medallion is an eagle..I was going to add his awards around it along with stars...it is now sitting in a drawer...I don't have the heart to finish it since he was killed in Iraq....your dad was so blessed that you were able to give him such a wonderful gift of pride and recognition...blessings
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Great quilt and sorry to hear about your father. At least he was able to enjoy your beautiful quilt.
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We can never do enough for the Veterns. My dad was USAF(Retired). He passed away 4 years ago. Miss him everyday.
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What a gorgeous quilt and beautiful tribute to a solider who served our country so bravely. Thank you for sharing that with us.
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Originally Posted by bearlea
How wonderful that your dad was able to see it and enjoy it...I started one for my son that I was going to finish when he came back from Iraq...the center medallion is an eagle..I was going to add his awards around it along with stars...it is now sitting in a drawer...I don't have the heart to finish it since he was killed in Iraq....your dad was so blessed that you were able to give him such a wonderful gift of pride and recognition...blessings
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Super Quilt.
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Beautiful quilt, he looked so happy sitting under it. My 2 late Brothers were Marines.
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As a USMC vet, I have to tell you,what a FAB quilt!Good job.
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I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad.
What a beautiful quilt, an awesome way to honor his service. Semper Fi! |
Originally Posted by bearlea
How wonderful that your dad was able to see it and enjoy it...I started one for my son that I was going to finish when he came back from Iraq...the center medallion is an eagle..I was going to add his awards around it along with stars...it is now sitting in a drawer...I don't have the heart to finish it since he was killed in Iraq....your dad was so blessed that you were able to give him such a wonderful gift of pride and recognition...blessings
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Beautiful
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Wow, what a great job!
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LadyT
I'm sure he was very proud to use it while he was alive. |
Beautiful!! Very nicely done! Sorry for you FIL.
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Originally Posted by Lady-T
This was made for my father in law for his 84th birthday.(2008)
In the center of stars is a large black button from an official Marine Corp uniform. Dad only got to enjoy it for a short while. He passed away from cancer in June 2009. :D :D :D :D |
Semper Fi! My son is a Marine and I love this quilt!
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A wonderful keepsake!
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I LOVE IT!! My hubby is a Marine with only 6yrs to go until retirement. Its beautiful and I am sure your dad treasured it with the time he had.
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Thank you all for your wonderful comments!
and Hello to everone! I just found this site and hoping I will be able to learn a few things and make new friends. I forgot to post the fabric that was used for the backing of Semper Fidelis... |
That is a beautiful picture of your dad and the wallhanging in the back! He looks so proud!
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Gorgeous!
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As a quilter and volunteer with Honor Flight (flying World War II veterans to see their memorial in Washington, D.C. for no charge) I am humbled by your work. Thanks for sharing
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Nice quilt. Sorry to hear of your loss!!!
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Originally Posted by Lady-T
This was made for my father in law for his 84th birthday.(2008)
In the center of stars is a large black button from an official Marine Corp uniform. Dad only got to enjoy it for a short while. He passed away from cancer in June 2009. |
Originally Posted by MoMiMi
As a quilter and volunteer with Honor Flight (flying World War II veterans to see their memorial in Washington, D.C. for no charge) I am humbled by your work. Thanks for sharing
MOMIMI I have been thinking of doing some QOV after I finish my lastest project. Also wish to say thanks for your work and efforts with Honor Flight! They DESERVE the recognition! |
Originally Posted by Lady-T
This was made for my father in law for his 84th birthday.(2008)
In the center of stars is a large black button from an official Marine Corp uniform. Dad only got to enjoy it for a short while. He passed away from cancer in June 2009. |
Awesome
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Hello Ladyt, I just saw the beautiful S.F. Quilt you made and I am making one for my husband. I bought a 10 inch marine corp patch (emblem) which is embroided and looks similar to the one you used. It has a shiny substance on the back and is fairly thick. I am wondering if I should wash it first, or just sew it onto some material. It is pretty stiff, did you have a similar center piece for your quilt? I hope you see this. Thanks for sharing this beautiful quilt.
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Great quilt!! Thank you for sharing....
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So happy to hear he got to see it. It is beautiful!
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Thank you.
The center piece I used was actually a pillow panel I found on ebay. (REALLY reasonably priced!) Not sure what the shiny substance might be unless it already has some type of fusible on it. I would probably just sew it onto the fabric I was going to use. I be afraid to wash it; my luck it would come out all wonky.
Originally Posted by darlings7
Hello Ladyt, I just saw the beautiful S.F. Quilt you made and I am making one for my husband. I bought a 10 inch marine corp patch (emblem) which is embroided and looks similar to the one you used. It has a shiny substance on the back and is fairly thick. I am wondering if I should wash it first, or just sew it onto some material. It is pretty stiff, did you have a similar center piece for your quilt? I hope you see this. Thanks for sharing this beautiful quilt.
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