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I have only been quilting about 1 1/2 yrs, so I still consider myself a newbie. I got a longarm - Gammill 22" a couple of months ago, but this is only the 3rd quilt I have completed on it. I did 4 'practice' sandwiches before I worked up the courage to work on something 'real'. I first did a charity quilt, then a very early quilt I had pieced that I wasn't too crazy about, so I considered it low risk. Then - I pieced this batik for my Dad for his 80th birthday, and it needed to be quilted.. so, I figured it was time to jump in with both feet. And - here is the result. I had so much fun, and I'm very pleased with the results.
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Really nice work, my dear! Love your colors and the quilting look great!

Beautiful colors! I really like this one -

That is a really nice quilt, and such pretty colors and design.

Envy, Envy, Envy. I have been quilting about the same time. I just piece. I am thankful for those of you with longarms that help me out so I can finish them up. Great work and welcome!!

Love love Batiks and this is no exception! Very nice job!

what a great quilt!

you should be pleased nice quilting and colors

Howdy and welcome, from Texas! Your quilt is lovely! :thumbup:

what a neat pattern love all your colors nice job!!!!

It looks wonderful! You go girl.

You are a natural! Congratulations and please keep posting your work!

Welcome. This is a lovely quilt. I really like the pattern and the colors. You did a fantastic job quilting. I'd say your a newbie no longer!

nice quilt and quilting

I'm sure Dad loves it as it's really a pretty quilt. I admire your quilting, great job. !!

I would certainly be pleased! Fantastic job!!!

Great job Newbie! You would never know this is a first if you did not tell us.

It's lovely. I'm sure your dad will be delighted with such a beautiful quilt.

Wow! You did so great! I too have only been quilting a couple years but haven't done the serious stuff yet! Maybe some day..... keep up the beautiful work!! It inspires the rest of us.

really nice.... piecing and quilting! Welcome!!:o

Wonderful job!! You are really moving along in your quilting career; good for you. :)

Jan in VA

Wow, you learn fast! It's beautiful!

It is super!

Wow! You've only been quilting 1 1\2 yrs???? And now your LA??? Your a natural! Been quilting 4 yrs and I'm just now doing straight line and s line quilting!! Lol. Cant wait to see what your gonna be doing down the road! Great job!!

Your quilt is beautifully pieced in great colors and your quilting is outstanding! Your Dad will love it!

Very pretty!

Nice quilt, great LA quilting

keep up the good work

Oh I love your quilt. Nice fabrics.

Now that is one stunning quilt!

What a wonderful birthday gift! Happy for both of you! :)

Both quilt and the quilting are super. Congratulations on jumping right in. BrendaK

Great job. The quilting is wonderful and the colors great for a man.

Beautiful quilt!

Pretty quilt. Great job on the quilting.

Beautiful, both quilt and quilting!!!!

Looks great! Love the colors and your quilting.

I think this is really a cool quilt for your dear old dad. I am sure he got a real happy feeling from it. Welcome to the board from Nevada.

Beautiful work! I love the pattern and the fabrics! I bet Dad was thrilled!