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tortoisethreads 07-16-2010 02:46 PM

Thank you for that heartfelt comment. I wish people really understood what it takes!

CarrieAnne 07-16-2010 02:59 PM

Well said!

Pam 07-16-2010 03:52 PM

That is what I like about this board. We are a mutal admiration society! We ALL get it.

wvdek 07-16-2010 04:08 PM

Well said.

trueimage 07-16-2010 04:37 PM

Beautifully said........and you are absolutely correct!

IrishNY 07-16-2010 04:41 PM

A 'well done - beautiful' means more on this board than someone else gushing because you all truly know what it takes to create it. You are appreciating everything about the quilt. Non-quilters are just telling you they like the colors.

nana pat 07-16-2010 05:07 PM

If I only knew how to copy this so I could use it instead of the fluff I usually say. It is so meaningful. :thumbup:

pstoner 07-16-2010 07:33 PM


Originally Posted by KiwiQuilter
I was recently reflecting on some of the comments I have made to postings about peoples beautiful quilts, and I thought that my comments don't really convey what I feel.

When I look at your quit, I see the hours of work combining just the right fabric and patterns together to create in your mind a pleasing quilt (because that that stage we don't see the tangible output). I think of the hours of cutting, and sewing. The frustration when seams have to be ripped, and re-sewn. Then finally the flimsy. I understand the thoughts that you have to weigh up about borders - to border or not - if so what colors??? Then there's the quilting - what will enhance the pattern - bring to life or diminish certain areas - and the hours of work involved in the quilting. Finally the binding - another choice which needs careful thought and consideration.

And at the end of your hard labor all is say is "what a beautiful quilt - love it!". What I really mean is all of the above. It never ceases to amaze me what someone can conceive in their mind and create with their hands. Well done to you all :)

So wonderfully said, couldn't ever say it better. Thanks for speaking what many of us wish we could say with our words.

JanetM 07-16-2010 10:30 PM

You've expressed exactly how I feel too. The talent on this board is amazing and really inspirational. I am in awe of the many quilters here that make so many quilts, each one prettier than the last. I am so thankful to have found this board, and the generosity of the members to share their knowledge and talent with those of us that aspire to create beautiful quilts. :)

earthwalker 07-16-2010 10:35 PM

Too true...and nicely put. Even though we sometimes only use a word or two, we all know what a quest it can be. I too am thankful for being able to be part of this community...the knowledge base and generosity of the members is phenomenal.


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