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Old 04-06-2017, 08:28 PM
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Originally Posted by bronnyb View Post
Hi friends
I have a finish I wish to share.
I started this project last May for my bestie after she declined the notion of a 'Discworld Quilt' - sadly, she was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in November. I've moved house to be closer to her - 5 doors away in fact. I continued making this quilt in secret and put the final stitches in last night after tucking a blanket around her as she fell asleep on her couch.
I'm hoping to hand this to her tomorrow night, at our regular Thursday night Scrabble game.
I had my personal doubts about this quilt all the way through, not liking how the lettering was working out (dropped and tangled stitches led to a service of my machine in December), not liking how puffy the initial quilting was working out - but loving it more and more - especially when I came up with the perfect saying for the label.
As they say - Finished is better than perfect - and this is not intended for a show - but for the lap of my very dear friend who is battling the cancer demons
Thanks for reading through this post so far... hope you like the pictures too!

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What a great quilt for a friend.
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Old 04-07-2017, 05:42 AM
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Originally Posted by osewme View Post
What a wonderful, caring friend you are to Wendy. Be sure & take a box of tissues to give her as there will be tears of joy shed when she sees her new quilt. She is going to absolutely love it & love you even more for the dear friend that you are to her. Prayers to her for a full recovery.
I couldn't have said it better.
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Old 04-07-2017, 10:27 AM
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Prayers for her recovery so you 2 can play beach blanket scrabble (&#128522 and celebrate!
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Old 04-08-2017, 03:18 AM
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Great job, I'm sure it will bring her much comfort!
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Old 04-08-2017, 04:55 AM
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What a unique idea--great quilt
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Old 04-08-2017, 06:00 AM
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I really like to play Scrabble and that label is so personal and meaningful. Best wishes for your friend's full and speedy recovery.
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From the heart, what is better than that? Love it and so will your friend. Gods Blessing her way.
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A very special quilt and nicely done.
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Your friend is going to love her quilt, as much as I know she loves her true friend. I wish the best for your friend and for you.
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