As I read through this thread each time, I am in awe of some of the work you ladies (we ladies) have put into this project. I always try to remember everyone's name so when I post, I can say good work Whitepine or Mssimmons, but by the time I get here, I can't remember my own name, much less yours. Ladies everyone's work is great - and yes, they all look professional - even those of you who profess to be beginners. I have taken a 2012 calendar and every Sunday is marked with the name of the star that is due - that was the only way I could keep straight. I'm sorry Poker Diva, but I really didn't expect you to keep me straight - others have tried and failed!! I am making as many as I can with the same background just because I had alot of it in my stash. When that's gone, I'll find another larger piece for backgrounds. I'm planning some lap quilts out of some of these and with a nice sashing, hopefully they'll look good. Here's my Arkansas --