Thank you everyone for your kind comments....i feel so lucky to be the recipient of such a fun and whimsical piece.
May there be much fun and whimsy for all in 2013!! ~karen
I used to do counted cross stitch so I know how much work your friend did on this quilt. You are indeed lucky to have such a beautiful gift. Your FMQ is superb.
Love the quilt and the quilting!! Great job. 'although its been said a lot on this entry, it cannot be said too many times, 'cause it is a lovely quilt.