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Old 05-27-2011, 03:19 AM
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A few years ago, I decided to make quilts for all of the adult children in our family and some of the adult grandchildren. I had only been quilting for a couple of years and most of them were simple quilts (turning twenty and four patch/nine patch and a few panel quilts).
These turned out to be very time consuming but was able to get about 8 of them done. Remember I am a self taught quilter who doesn't get to go to classes. They are a little too expensive for our budget. I did go to one retreat about 3 years ago. Here are some of my favorites.

For Daughter Kim
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For son Matthew and wife Steph (sorry not a better picture)
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An LAQ friend quilted it in footballs
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For our daughter Celeste
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For our son Kevin
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Block centers
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For son Lincoln and wonderful DIL Kay
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For our deaf son, Billy, a huge Tampa Bay Fan. Center block says "GO BUCS" Go Team, Yeah Bucs
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Beautiful quilts!
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Old 05-27-2011, 04:13 AM
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Thanks for looking. I don't often post pictures but thought I would try.
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They sure don't look like easy quilts to me!
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Old 05-27-2011, 04:25 AM
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They are all so beautiful, you must be very proud. I wouldn't worry too much about the classes--yes, they are fun--but often times in the end, it is just you and that pattern in front of you!
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Beautiful quilts!
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Old 05-27-2011, 05:23 AM
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great job on all. they are beautiful.
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Hey, mom, wheres mine???? Love your work
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You've been busy!! What a lucky family you have, having you to quilt for them!! They are all gorgeous.
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I am self taught too. Your quilts are beautiful! I would be so proud of them, you did a great job.
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