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Old 01-02-2013, 05:13 PM
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I know these are not quilts but I wanted to share my backpacks I made. My brother-in-law died suddenly recently, he was 54 years old and a Marine. He followed my husband into the marines when they were younger, you know the saying once a Marine always a Marine. Well, I made his grandsons backpacks out of his uniform. I made a total of four which is really good considering he wore a small uniform. Sorry the picture is turned sideways, I could not figure out how to turn it.
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Old 01-02-2013, 05:16 PM
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way to go to preserve the memories. great job
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How special is that! Can be kept "forever." What a great idea!
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They are perfect!
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You are amazing. What a great gift
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Those are really amazing!!! Great job!!!!
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What a terrific way to remember him for his grandsons wonderful idea but also sorry for your loss.
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Very special. Thanks for posting.
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What a wonderful way to "celebrate" the life.
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Sorry for your loss! Great thing to make his grandsons ~ something they can use and have to remember him by! Great job!
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