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Old 06-29-2014, 07:30 AM
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I know the feeling, I am quilting a signature quilt for a school coworker. I did not do the quilt nor was I consulted as I was getting ready for my daughter's wedding. The quilt is really cute and original, but the fabric is canvas and machine applique which makes it double stiff and the backing is polyester. I end up closing my eyes and doing as little machine quilting as I could. I really wanted to redo the whole project as I know it could have been a delightful quilt with the right fabric but...
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Old 06-29-2014, 08:18 AM
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Here's the solution...put the quilt in your car trunk and leave overnite. The Quilt Fairies will work their magic and you might be surprised! Fresh eyes can make a difference. LOL
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Old 06-29-2014, 09:57 AM
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Since it's a doll quilt for charity, some little girl is going to fall in love with it. Good job! (Besides it will be out of your house so you won't have to see it!)
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Old 06-29-2014, 10:21 AM
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I've done a couple I hated when finished. Actually, before they were finished. I finished them anyway, and donated them. They were usable and one man's trash....
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If it really is a doll quilt, the doll will think it is the most beautiful quilt it has ever seen and the child who puts in on the doll will think the same thing! Don't throw it away. Take it to your church nursery for the children to play with. The dolls there will love a homemade quilt. froggyintexas
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Old 06-29-2014, 12:46 PM
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I just give it to my animals.
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Old 06-29-2014, 01:17 PM
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Set it aside, look at it a little later, and if you still don't like it, give it to someone that does. It happens, just move on
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Old 06-30-2014, 08:44 AM
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It is for charity... Someone is sure to love it.
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