Like others, I can't imagine the work it took to transform this into the spectacular quilts you made. I would still be scratching my head trying to figure out a pattern to use the odd shaped pieces. You are quite the artist and designer, not to mention a fabulous friend. I, too, hope the original maker can appreciate the fact that her quilt has finally been completed, even though it may not be exactly as she visioned. I hope the family will treat it as an heirloom.