Originally Posted by pittsburgpam

Worked my fingers to the bone to get the binding handsewn over the last couple of days and get it washed for Christmas. It came out soft and crinkly, looks like it's antique. I know that I should have washed and blocked it if I want to show it but, I wanted it dried so that I could give it to my daughter now. I figure I can take it back, wash it, then block it flat after I sew a sleeve on the back.

I just love how this looks and feels. Close-up pictures, warts and all.