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08-27-2011, 07:23 AM

Phyllis42

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Secret Garden quilt from a 2001 "Quick Quilts" for my SIL. July 14 she had a basement fire in which smoke permeated the rest of the house. She was in essence getting a whole new house. August 14 she had a heart attack, had a stent, several problems including COPD, afib, etc., but was released the following Monday and passed away within 36 hours. She received the quilt on Monday, and we talked Tuesday night, 6 hours before she passed away. "I love it. Can I used it? Can I wash it?" The quilt will be on display [surprised me ... guess that is being done now?] and buried [which I did request] with her. I used scrap fabrics and some from my mom's stash who SIL knew well. It meant a lot to her ... even if for just a day. I copied some ideas for the label from some board members.

RIP Cheri

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08-27-2011, 07:24 AM

cuppi duke

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I ove it and also the sentiment that went with this quilt. She will cherish it always,

08-27-2011, 07:25 AM

cowgirlquilter

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That is very special.......

08-27-2011, 07:29 AM

nance-ell

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How wonderful of you to make her the quilt and what a precious memory of her last hours. So sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family.

08-27-2011, 07:37 AM

merry

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A lovely quilt & beautiful story. Thank you for sharing it with us. God bless you.

08-27-2011, 07:58 AM

mtnative

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Your quilt is beautiful. My condolences for you loss. May your memories be sweet treasures.

08-27-2011, 08:03 AM

Kooklabell

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It's beautiful and she has it forever with her. So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.

08-27-2011, 08:10 AM

Sibi

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So sorry for the loss of you SIL/friend. What a sad turn of events. The quilt is beautiful and it brought her comfort during her last day on earth, which was its intention. May she rest in peace.