I only want to echo all the other lovely comments. I imagine there will be lots of happy tears from your mom when she sees this very special gift. You not only saved her precious memories, but knowing that you cared enough to make her a quilt of them will be the true gift.

What a great idea, Teen! I'm sure your mom will be surprised and so pleased when she gets the quilt of her cross stitches!

What a wonderful treasure for your mom!! You did a beautiful job every step of the way!!

Thank you, everyone, for the sweet comments…

Wow! What a beautiful quilt. I'm sure she will be really touched by your thoughtfulness. What a good daughter! https://cdn.quiltingboard.com/images/smilies/smile.png

Truly meaningful! She will love it! Great work!

https://cdn.quiltingboard.com/images/smilies/smile.png You did an Amazing job! Please share with us your Mom's response when she receives your lovely work of art. https://cdn.quiltingboard.com/images/smilies/heart.gif

What a great way to use her embroidery. Your layout is perfect!

Very nice of you to do this for your Mom. She will treasure this quilt and you did a beautiful job.

Gorgeous and so unique.

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