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Thread: 30 + yr old jacket

  1. 05-30-2011, 05:23 AM #1
    gunny148
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    I found my moms jacket that was made from some of her scraps. I'ts over 30 yrs old closer to 40. most of the stiches are done by hand

    hand stiching is so small
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    Front of jacket
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    Back of the jacket
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  2. 05-30-2011, 05:24 AM #2
    katiescraftshop
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    It's really nice!
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  3. 05-30-2011, 05:26 AM #3
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    Wish you could see the detail in the stiches
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  4. 05-30-2011, 05:29 AM #4
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    Beautiful. Great keepsake.
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  5. 05-30-2011, 05:34 AM #5
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    Even quilt garments stand the test of time. I'd love to have one just like it:)
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  6. 05-30-2011, 05:43 AM #6
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    Beautiful.
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  7. 05-30-2011, 05:44 AM #7
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    What a lucky find and keepsake. Pretty.
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  8. 05-30-2011, 06:03 AM #8
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    that's a beautiful jacket!
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  9. 05-30-2011, 06:05 AM #9
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    What a treasure!
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  10. 05-30-2011, 08:25 AM #10
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    Your mom's fabulous jacket will qualify as an ANTIQUE when it reaches 50 years old. Hoping there is a woman in your life who would love wearing such a special garment!
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  11. 05-30-2011, 08:26 AM #11
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    WOW - this is so pretty! She did an awesome job!! :)
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