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    Old 02-22-2011, 12:05 PM
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    I am new to both the board and quilting. I recently purchased a vintage quilt top with the idea I would love to finish it with hand quilting. I guess I have never had an interest in sewing or anything related to crafts, but one of my fond memories of growing up in a was seeing the church women sitting together with a large frame and quilting. They would sell these beautiful quilts at our Christmas Bazaar. I was facinated watching the women and the beautiful quilts they made. I am now much older and am determined to finish this vintage quilt. I have already done some research and have started. I feel this will be my practice quilt since my stitching is not refined at all. I am getting better and am enjoying it so far. I find it relaxing. I just did a little research on thimbles and think I will order the coin leather thimble. Any suggestions from this knowledgeable group on thimbles or anything else is appreciated. I will spend some time going over some on the posts to see if I can pick-up some tipes.
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    Old 02-22-2011, 12:11 PM
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    Hi from Ohio! This board is awesome!
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    Old 02-22-2011, 12:12 PM
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    Welcome from Louisiana!:) I have that the Clover leather thimbles work best for me. Every hand quilter has their favorite.
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    Welcome from Michigan.
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    Old 02-22-2011, 12:51 PM
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    Hi Janet from another Janet! Welcome from northern California. I am not experienced enough to offer help but I am sure that others will.
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    Old 02-22-2011, 12:52 PM
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    Old 02-22-2011, 12:54 PM
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    Welcome to the board from Southern California!!!
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    Old 02-22-2011, 01:18 PM
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    Hello from New York.....glad you joined, it's LOTS of fun here :!:
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    Welcome from Maryland!
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