Made this just because
#31
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I've found that when I make a quilt 'just because' it doesn't stay in the house long. It has a purpose, but it just hasn't revealed itself to me yet. I recently had just such a quilt. Then, my cousin lost her oldest and youngest children in an auto accident. It very quickly became apparent to me that this quilt was the perfect memory quilt for them. I sent it, along with a permanent fabric marker with a letter instructing them to write memories of Josh and Caleb in the white squares. She sent back the most touching thank you note that their 16 year old daughter had taken it on as her project and was receiving comfort and healing from this quilt.
I'm so glad I made this quilt just because, I never would have been able to piece, quilt and ship a quilt to them in 6 days. Keep quilting, just because!
I'm so glad I made this quilt just because, I never would have been able to piece, quilt and ship a quilt to them in 6 days. Keep quilting, just because!
#32
Almost all of my quilts are made just because i want to give the pattern a try. I give them away. First I fold them, give them a pat and put them away. Someone always comes to mind who really "needs" a quilt and I have one ready. I listen to that still small voice and I have never been lead astray.
Lovely work by the way. I like the simplicity of the pattern and and nice calm choice of colors.
Lovely work by the way. I like the simplicity of the pattern and and nice calm choice of colors.
#34
Very cool, Lee. There's nothing wrong with making quilts for the simple joy of- - - making quilts. If you want to donate them, fine. Give them away, okay too. Keep them, great!
BTW - I didn't see any paisley in there - - - lol
BTW - I didn't see any paisley in there - - - lol
#36
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Location: Prescott Valley, AZ
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Your quilt is lovely. I only make quilts "just because". Even when I make a quilt for a family member it is "just because" I love you and I love to make quilts. I never quilt anything because I have to. I'm one of 7 kids and I made lap quilts for my parents, all my siblings, and all their spouses and I made them "just because" I wanted to.
#39
Lol. Your purple paisley is being used right now. I'll post a pic when finished!
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