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Old 11-02-2022, 10:38 AM
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My neice shows Alpacas and asked me to do something with her show ribbons. I cut them apart (saving the rosettes for a future wreath project). I washed and ironed the ribbons and played with designs. I needed a simple design . I cut 12 1/2" x 12 1/2" white squares to sew the ribbons to, as they were not the same size. I ended up using about 6 ribbons per square, placing the ribbons to see the printing and I had to use some plain ribbon as I ran out of the printed one. Sewed the sguares together and just glued the batting and back (she will just hang it) and simply tied it. I was able to find a heavy Llama fabric for the back. She was thrilled.
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Old 11-02-2022, 11:03 AM
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That is such a great idea and execution! What a celebration of both of your hobbies/passions!
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Old 11-02-2022, 05:17 PM
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Well done!
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Great job! What a great idea.
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So pretty!
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Very creative idea! What a great display quilt for your niece. Nice work.
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wow, lots of ribbons, makes a colorful quilt and a good memory item.
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Your niece was quite accomplished in her field and you displayed them creatively in a piece she can show proudly.
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Old 11-03-2022, 10:45 AM
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Of course she was thrilled! It shows your love for her and your beautiful work. Good for you!
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Your work is so original. That llama fabric is quite a "find". Thanks for sharing these views with us. So inspiring!!
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