Old 02-02-2011, 03:20 PM
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Originally Posted by quiltin chris
When I get in my perfectionist quilting mode, I just look at some old quilts made by my husband's grandmother.
They are a real treasure but they are anything but perfect.
Still pretty.

Then I think about how the pioneer women made their quilts--from discarded clothing and by the light of a candle or lantern. No place for perfection there.
Then I pretend I can make mine look as good as theirs.

Works everytime. If they suit me then that's ok.

Chris

Ditto my thought's also :D
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