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04-07-2011, 07:28 AM

#11

watterstide

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Originally Posted by Maia B

To be on the safe side, maybe avoid images of animals or people in the fabrics. Some would be bothered by this. Of course you know not to serve any pork. (I only mention it b/c so much American cuisine does have pork). Tell them "Salam" for me! :)

the images of people and animals is right on..i made rag dolls for the baghdad children,for my son to hand out,when he did off duty medical care. the faces/fabric had to be non discript.
and of course, the pork..
Best Wishes! wonderful!

04-07-2011, 08:13 AM

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Jim's Gem

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What a wonderful thing you are doing for these women!!!

04-07-2011, 08:43 AM

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Goldie

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Good for you!! With so much hate and prejudice around, you are stitching a way to understanding. Is there anyone there with expertise in the culture? It would be very good to check on etiquette. Sometimes we well-meaning folks barge in on a culture which sends an awful message that they are not important/valued. (Especially painful when we are the visitors.) I wish I could be there to join in! Let us know how it all goes!

04-07-2011, 09:18 AM

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pocoellie

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What a great outreach you're doing. I don't have any ideas though to give you.

04-07-2011, 09:19 AM

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Elsie

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they probably like doing hand piecing and hand quilting maybe if some one can show them that i do have a Afghanistan silk blanket it is all hand work grandson got it for me when he was station there it is gold and brown it is beautiful that a nice thing you are doing keep on god bless you

04-07-2011, 09:27 AM

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lisainmo

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Wow what a wonderful thing you are doing. Please let me know how it goes for you, would like to be able to tell my son about it when we talk.

04-07-2011, 09:30 AM

#17

blossom808

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Thats so nice of you. That is a great idea you have.

04-07-2011, 09:34 AM

#18

Lori S

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I can understand why you are excited! Can't wait to hear about your time with them! take some photos!

04-07-2011, 09:58 AM

#19

QuiltE

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What a wonderful thing to do ... and I'll look forward to hearing/seeing of your GTG.

Perhaps this can go both directions ... and they will be willing to share/teach their needlework to you too!

Thankfully you know that some coming speak English!

Good Luck .. and be sure to let us know what happens. And perhaps post pics? :)

04-07-2011, 10:18 AM

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Linda B

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What an amazing project to undertake! I wouldn't have a clue where to start, but I do believe it is outreach like this that can truly change the world we all live in. Please let us know how it goes.