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TeriD 01-22-2011 06:18 AM

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I didn't actually know Grandma very well because we lived far away from each other. Although she was a dedicated quilter, I didn't start quilting until after her death, so it was not something that we shared. However, a few years after she passed, my aunt told my mom that she had found a quilt top in Grandma's things and she wasn't sure what to do with it. My mom told her to send it to me. When the top arrived, I could see that it was all hand-pieced, so I assume that it was put together after Grandma was getting nursing care and could no longer use her sewing machine. I bought backing and batting and hand quilted it. I thought about Grandma a lot while I was working on it. It felt special to have this joint project with her even though she had been gone for years. I sent the completed quilt back to my aunt. When my mom visited my aunt, the quilt was displayed on her guest room bed.

Mariposa 01-22-2011 06:20 AM

Pretty quilt. Wonderful that you got to help out with a family heirloom! :)

PegD 01-22-2011 06:24 AM

I love it, what a special quilt.

Enchanted Quilter 01-22-2011 06:36 AM

It's Beautiful Grandma's make beautiful quilts

great aunt jacqui 01-22-2011 06:38 AM

a great job and a lot of memories forever :thumbup: :thumbup:

CarrieAnne 01-22-2011 06:44 AM

Pretty!

olgaflowers 01-22-2011 06:47 AM

A wave to grandma in heaven, she would be very proud of You !!!

lovingmama 01-22-2011 07:00 AM

Very nice quilt!

mrs theo 01-22-2011 07:17 AM

You did her proud! I think it's so special for you to have had that opportunity. Your aunt & mom must have been so pleased :D

paintedquilt 01-22-2011 07:30 AM

Beautiful :!:

Raggiemom 01-22-2011 07:44 AM

What a wonderful way to share the love of quilting, even if she has passed.

Jim 01-22-2011 07:50 AM

HOW wonderful....a cherished memory for sure and grandma sure made a great quilt and your quilting did it justice

ccb2200 01-22-2011 07:55 AM

Very pretty. And such a treasure to cherish for the rest of your life.

sewwhat85 01-22-2011 08:46 AM

what a nice story

Ditter43 01-22-2011 08:49 AM


Originally Posted by mrs theo
You did her proud! I think it's so special for you to have had that opportunity. Your aunt & mom must have been so pleased :D

Great job!!! :thumbup: :D :thumbup:

grammy Dwynn 01-22-2011 08:53 AM

Wonderful work, by both of you!!!

hpylady 01-22-2011 09:30 AM

Isn't it something now how close you feel to your grandma now? Her heart was with you the whole time you were working on it. I know she's proud of you and she really is resting in piece now. Very good job. Beautiful!!

Lynneander 01-22-2011 09:33 AM

Thank you for sharing such a loving story and beautiful quilt. Your Grandmother would be so proud!

Jennifer22206 01-22-2011 09:33 AM

what a great way to do something with your Grandmother! I think it's great that you hand quilted it. Lovely "joint" work! That's certainly a treasure to own.

amma 01-22-2011 01:12 PM

Aww What a great team you two made, it is beautiful :D:D:D

Lori L 01-22-2011 01:18 PM

What a wonderful way to remember your grandmother :)

Conartist1945 01-23-2011 03:57 AM

How very special . What a great connection to her.

rootyr 01-23-2011 04:02 AM

What a wonderful connection to your grandma! A family treasure, for sure!

117becca 01-23-2011 04:04 AM

I am seeing that pattern alot lately!! Too much beautiful and I also am finishing a "joint" project w/ my grandma - She only got as far as cutting out the diamonds....I put it into the same pattern - There is an honor beyond belief to finish a project like that

rather B stitchin 01-23-2011 06:55 AM

beautiful quilt may it comfort your family for generations

Kaye-Kaye 01-23-2011 06:59 AM

What a beautiful quilt and a beautiful story. You are very lucky to have had an opportunity to do something like this. I am glad your aunt appreciated it and is displaying the quilt.

craftymatt2 01-23-2011 08:36 AM

what a wonderful thing for you to do and what memories. Beautiful quilt

Friendly Quilter 01-23-2011 08:37 AM

Beautiful!

reach for the stars 2 01-23-2011 08:39 AM

Very pretty and a great way to get to know Grandma a little.

cavmom 01-23-2011 09:06 AM

you did an excellent job finishing it and now everytime you look at you will think of her :) its lovely!

kwilter 01-23-2011 09:16 AM

Way to go! You have become part of the chain of quilters throughout generations past and those of the future. I believe you could feel the connection while hand-quilting this lovely quilt. Am I correct? I think I know 'cause I have collected antique and vintage tops and quilts over the years and love the experience of participating in the journey. :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

maryb119 01-23-2011 09:21 AM

What a treasure! Quilting can tie the generations together.

dhanke 01-23-2011 10:05 AM

I know how you felt when you were working on your Grandma's quilt. My Mom gave me Sunbonnet Sue blocks that Grandma had made over 80 years ago. She was going to make a quilt for my Mom, but it didn't get finised. I finished the project and gave it back to my Mom, lots of tears that day. I thought about my Grandma throughout the whole process, I felt like I was visiting her one last time.

IBQUILTIN 01-23-2011 10:21 AM

i would have called it stars in the snow. Its beautiful, and so nice that it is now being displayed

franie 01-23-2011 10:23 AM

Absolutely beautiful! What a nice thing to do to send it to your aunt. It would have been difficult for me to give it up.

Donna P 01-23-2011 10:43 AM

I love stars this one is very nice

grandme26 01-23-2011 01:00 PM

Beautiful and a wonderful memory you have made for yourself.

Tweety2911 01-23-2011 02:05 PM

Beautiful quilt and story. Grandma is smiling down on you and felt your warmth throughout the quilting process!

Sandi Furtado 01-23-2011 03:09 PM

Great family heirloom! I'm glad you got it and got to finish it for your dear grandma. Treasure it forever!

annieshane 01-23-2011 03:13 PM

This brings tears to my eyes. Your aunt must have been so delighted and honored to have this beautiful quilt from her mom. You were so thoughtful to give this back to her to enjoy.


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