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    Old 11-16-2016, 02:04 PM
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    This is one of those quilts that I believe would fall under the quote "finished is better than perfect". I call it 'Treasure Island' because first, it looks like an island floating on a black sea to me, and second it is so full of 'treasures'. The embroidery blocks are trial for new embroidery patterns...I've never known what to do with them, so I just saved them up. My DH does all the embroidery and he always does a practice. the rest of the quilt is scraps from many other quilts that I've done. It has taken over a year to finish, working on it off and on. It is king sized and has a double batting. This one is for me and I sleep in an unheated bedroom so I will soon need the warmth. Every time I look at it I think of one of the quilts that are represented here.
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    Old 11-16-2016, 02:32 PM
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    Gorgeous. I love what you've done. Evenly lovelier, that you share a passion with DH. So cool. I hope it keeps you nice and warm. I just want to keep looking and find new things. It sure is a treasure!
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    Old 11-16-2016, 02:50 PM
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    I really love this quilt.
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    Old 11-16-2016, 02:53 PM
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    Cute, it reminds me of an old fashioned crazy quilt!
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    Old 11-16-2016, 02:55 PM
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    I, too, like this quilt with its layout, connectors, designs, etc. My husband knows nothing about sewing / quilting, so be grateful for your spouse!
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    Old 11-16-2016, 02:57 PM
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    I love it its beautiful and so unique. I like the setting its so fresh and new!
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    Old 11-16-2016, 03:04 PM
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    wonderful quilt!
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    Old 11-16-2016, 03:14 PM
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    great use of the emb tests
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    Old 11-16-2016, 03:40 PM
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    I like your quilt so much, they way you planned it is so original love it and the colors just great!
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    Old 11-16-2016, 03:47 PM
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    that is so neat! sort of like an I spy crazy quilt.
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