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thanks for posting this. what a great way to express what we feel when we look at each other's work. :thumbup:

I csn honestly say that I have enjoyed looking at every quilt. I feel guilty sometimes that I don't comment on every one. It's just that i can't keep up with all the fantastic talent here. Keep them coming!!!!

Ditto. I am always encouraged and challenged by the work done by everyone in this group. It is a privilege to be part of you all.

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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 :)

You have said it so well. Thank you.

Every time I see a "thanks for sharing" or a "beautiful" or "love it!" I'll remember your words to add on!

You just lifted my spirits. I have been cutting and sewing squares today and was down about how much work this was and knowing the labor would not be appreciated once I finished it.

Your kind thoughts have made me realize the fun in creating the quilt that I have in my mind.

Thanks!

Well said. After reading the pet peeve thread where folks complained about short responses to their quilts, I thought about never posting to pix again. If "beautiful" is meaningless, then why bother? Maybe a happy thought will be enough. :0D

So well said Kiwi Quilter and thank you for putting it out there.

I must say when I saw this thread I thought you were going to post a link to a sight with some beautiful quilt pictures :oops:

However you could have easily posted a link to this very board!

I think what you posted is tons better! Good on you.

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Originally Posted by pookie ookie

Oooh, I missed that thread, I'm happy to say. I enjoy looking at the pix but only comment occasionally. I always appreciate the efforts involved in quilt making. I don't seem to get any better at it ... I'm still seam ripping and re-sewing year after year after year. I love the photos that are posted. I might not say a word; I might say only a few words, but I hope everybody keeps posting pix!