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    Old 06-16-2013, 07:38 PM
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    I got these orphan blocks of flying geese rectangles (made by members of the guild) from my guild to make a charity quilt for a women's shelter in the area. I didn't want to make an all flying geese quilt so took some of the original rectangles apart and tried to match up the colors as best as I could to make the diamond blocks. I liked the bright colors and added the yellow to make it really happy. I hope it goes to a person in need and it makes them smile... I enjoyed figuring out how to put it together and quilting it. I don't particularly like putting someone else's work together but found it became "a labor of love..."

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    Old 06-16-2013, 07:55 PM
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    Yoou did a great job of making a very nice quilt for someone out of those. i personally like working with blocks, etc made by others. I love the challenge and makes lots for local charities
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    Old 06-16-2013, 08:00 PM
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    I think you did an awesome job, and I want to thank you for doing it for a charity, some one will be happy to get such a wonderful quilt.
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    Old 06-16-2013, 08:56 PM
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    Great quilt, great ideas, too.

    I like to occasionally get someone elses 'orphan' or ufo blocks. They go together so fast, plus I don't have any of my usual self-critical moments. It's pure enjoyment to see the blocks transformed into a quilt so quickly. The quilts aren't perfect, but they are done and generally look pretty good.
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    Old 06-16-2013, 09:14 PM
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    It's wonderful! Well done.
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    Old 06-17-2013, 03:12 AM
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    way too cute
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    Old 06-17-2013, 04:19 AM
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    Great job!
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    Old 06-17-2013, 04:47 AM
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    How pretty!
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    Old 06-17-2013, 04:50 AM
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    It turned out very nice! You did a great job with them.
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    Old 06-17-2013, 06:03 AM
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    great quilt.. I have orphan blocks never know what to do with them... thanks for sharing
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