Ok, I'll fess up. In 1994 I put together a Double Irish Chain full/queen size and started to applique grapes leaves & grape bunches w/stems on the border. I didn't finish the applique until well into the 2000's, and this year, 2010, I actually have it basted and on the hand quilting frame! I even quilt on it in between my frame quilting and general quilty sewing :-D Just take pleasure in knowing your project will be waiting patiently for you - however long it takes - and enjoy the journey.