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    Old 02-21-2014, 05:52 AM
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    Default Quilt group looking for parade ideas!

    Our park( 55 & over!) has a Mardi Gras parade each year & our quilt group of (20 - 30 ladies) need ideas on how we could participate. Some would be walking & some would ride in golf carts. Any suggestions on themes, decorations or costumes would be appreciated! This is just a short fun parade!
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    Old 02-21-2014, 05:56 AM
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    get out your Christmas tree skirts and wear them as capes over your shoulders!
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    Old 02-21-2014, 10:46 AM
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    Colors for Mardi Gras Gold, Green and Purple themes.
    Carry some wall hangings on poles, or attached to side frames of golf carts, or maybe a barn quilt block?.
    Wear Vests and other clothing made in Patchwork styles.
    Make some small pincushions to toss to the crowd?
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    Old 02-22-2014, 04:30 AM
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    How about wearing some cute aprons? You could use fabric with sewing themes like buttons or spools.
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    Old 02-22-2014, 04:42 AM
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    Make some poodle skirts & go as the 50s girls. Some that are able to walk ( strut your skirts ) those that need scooters can ride the scooters. Sounds like FUN !!!
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    Old 02-22-2014, 07:28 AM
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    Since it is Mardi Gras, what about the walkers carry patchwork umbrellas with fun tassels? I would just make some kind of temporary cover since it is only one day. Maybe make some cute doggy coats for those with pets?
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    Old 02-22-2014, 09:20 AM
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    How about bunting to tie around the top of golf buggies. Bags totes etc to carry . Quilts over your knees . Make patchwork clothes to wear.
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    Old 02-22-2014, 09:52 AM
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    Make the four patch coaster and throw those out to the crowd.
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    Old 02-22-2014, 10:47 AM
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    Cover the top of golf carts with quilts?
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    Old 02-22-2014, 05:14 PM
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    beads are always being thrown/worn during the parades so maybe make some fabric bead necklaces with a mardi gras theme.
    http://blog.caseybrowndesigns.com/20...lace-tutorial/
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