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Uncle Harveys cows & tractor..
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I made this lap quilt for my Uncle Harvey. He has alzheimers now, but his health & attitude are good. He has been a farmer all his life. He loved his cows & his tractor. My aunt gave me 3 of his shirts, so I made the pillows & lap quilt for him. Hopefully he will recognize what they represent, things he loves. I want to tie this quilt, it seems that's what it needs..then off to Uncle Harvey!
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Your quilt looks great and a farmer will appreciate the Allis Chalmers orange. I'd suggest machine quilting it as I find it wears a lot better than ties or you could do some of both if ties really appeal to you. I found that just tying meant that after lots of washes, the ties started tearing out and the batting shifted. If your uncle does move to a long term residence (nursing home) their industrial washers may be hard on a tied quilt.
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What a sweet gesture on your part! He will love it.
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Cute, cute cute! I did the tractor in John Deere green. I find Lori Holt's patterns very nice to do. How about you?
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Wow you sure nailed it. He will love it. I bet it will make him smile when he's snuggling under it.
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It's adorable! What a great thing for you to do.
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How kind and thoughtful of you to do this for your aunt and uncle. I think your quilt is very creative and so appropriate for your uncle. Very nice work.
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Lost my mom to Alzheimer's, even if he can't express it, this will bring him joy and comfort. It's a beautiful, sweet gift. I agree on machine quilting and tying combined.
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very very cute
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That's a very nice quilt, and the sweet cows. He will love it.
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What a wonderful gift for your uncle.
Shelbie, looks more like Kubota orange to me, LOL |
Hello everyone,
what a lovely and outstanding project it is. Nice to see this. Thanks for sharing. JOHN |
This is lovely, so bright I'm sure your uncle will love this.
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nicely done... can't decide whether i like the tractor or the cows better
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You did great!
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What a special niece you are to do this for your uncle. Both pillows and quilt are delightful. Know that they will be loved. BrendaK
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How nice of you to do this for your uncle. You did a fantastic job-I am sure he will treasure it so much.
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Very thoughtful gift! The Allis Chalmer orange is perfect!
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What a lovely gift. I like how you incorporated his shirts. Great job!
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Wonderful idea. He's sure to love it.
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Very cute!! I love it and I do hope he remembers back then.
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What a wonderful, thoughtful, comforting quilt!
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Uncle Harveys trator is a Kubota! Hence Kubota orange. The tractor pattern is from Lori Holts 'Quilty Barn Along', the cows, are from Debbie Mum-Baby Bovines.
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He will enjoy this. Lovely for him to remember.
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I love it!!!! That is an awesome quilt!
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I just know your uncle is going to love his new quilt!!! That was very sweet of you to make this for him. :)
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Very sweet quilt and pillows. Your uncle will surely love them.
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That is so cute! What a neat idea!
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How thoughtful, he will just love it.
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very nice he will love it im sure!!!
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Originally Posted by Daylesewblessed
(Post 6648111)
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Your quilt and pillows are adorable, Uncle Harvey should love them. Your fabrics, the tractor and cows - wonderful!
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Even in his mental state, I am sure he will love them. Good job.
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What a beautiful gesture. I'm sure the quilt will provide great comfort to him.
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what a lovely original quilt and beautiful act of kindness. I am sure it will bring him joy
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what a wonderful gift.
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Oh my gosh! Those cows made out of his shirts are amazing...
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You could machine "tie" this quilt if you use the stitch on your machine for sewing on buttons. I did just that on the quilts I made for my then very young grandsons and they are holding up quite well. Good luck and what a thoughtful idea!
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Oh very cute !! I am sure he will so appreciate it; even if he doesn't say it to you or your family ...
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