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    Old 03-08-2013, 06:46 AM
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    Wow..that is your first? Amazing!!
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    Old 03-08-2013, 07:22 AM
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    It is evident that you are a talented person and up to any challenge. To gift such piece is indeed a sweet, loving gesture.
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    Old 03-08-2013, 08:02 AM
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    Beautiful! Keep up the great work.
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    Old 03-08-2013, 08:08 AM
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    beautiful!!! can't wait to see the finished quilt. you do great work!!! She will be so happy to get that quilt!!
    here's a small work for someone not wanting to do such detailed piecing-http://www.fromthebluechair.com/2011/09/mug-rug-madness.html
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    Old 03-08-2013, 08:10 AM
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    Absolutely amazing - your first quilt, that you would do such a wonderful job on a project this advanced, the color combination....good heavens! Please post as you go along - I can't wait to see the finished product! Amazing!
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    Old 03-08-2013, 08:22 AM
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    Oh wow! Thank you so much everyone! I was expecting three or four people to reply, you all are making me feel so special! To answer a couple questions:
    It is a Lockwood pattern called Starburst (http://www.lockwoodquilts.com/store/...starburst.html)

    @DogHouseMom: I'm actually not using the paper piecing pattern, there are directions for regular piecing (is that what it's called?) or paper piecing. The paper piecing seemed more complicated. Maybe I should have done it that way if the y-seams are easier. Next time...

    And yes, my sister is very special so she deserves a very special quilt. I know that she will appreciate it. She made me a beautiful log cabin quilt for my wedding last year, so I kinda owe her.

    I think that I've got quilting in my blood. My grandma is an amazing quilter and I grew up playing in her basement while she quilted. It must have rubbed off.

    I'll keep posting updates as it moves along. Thanks again everyone!
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    Beautiful job. Keep up the good work.
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    Old 03-08-2013, 08:50 AM
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    Well my dear, for a first quilt, you sure picked a doosy...and you sure did a splendid job! Each quilt gets easier as you learn short cuts and little tricks. You have real talent, don't stop now!
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    Gorgeous! You are working on a masterpiece.
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    Old 03-08-2013, 09:46 AM
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    You did tackle a big project for a first quilt. It is going to absolutely gorgeous. Can't wait to see your finished pics. You have a wonderful future ahead of you as a quilter
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