Anyone else a "selfish" quilter?
#82
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Merry Christmas everyone, and this holiday season, don't forget to share a little love from your heart, and needle.
Explosive blessings, abundance and inspiration to you all!
- The Creative Seamstress[/quote]
[i']You are so right and your lovely letter brings it all into perspective. What is it they say a person asks for on their death bed? I believe it is FAMILY, not their financial advisor.[/i]
Explosive blessings, abundance and inspiration to you all!
- The Creative Seamstress[/quote]
[i']You are so right and your lovely letter brings it all into perspective. What is it they say a person asks for on their death bed? I believe it is FAMILY, not their financial advisor.[/i]
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I know how you feel. Everyone seems to want their home to look like a magazine cover, and the styles don't seem to approve of traditional quilts. However, that's what batiks are for! I have had people frown when they hear I quilt, then totally change their attitude when they see one with the vibrant colors and patterns. Much as I like them, I try to stay away from the browns and "pioneer" colors when doing for others, unless I see it in their personality. They don't want the homemade look.
#86
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Would it help if you would have a talk with your fanily and tell them that it won't hurt your feelings if they would rather have something bought instend of something made.Thay way it would a win-win situation. you wouldn't make a quilt that a relative didn't want and they would get something that they did want.
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I have been quilting for a few years and have only made that which I've given away. I am now working on my "last" give away and when it's finished----it's all for me!
I can't wait to make something that I can keep.
Roxanne
I can't wait to make something that I can keep.
Roxanne
#89
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When my children were young I made all their clothing except undies and socks. My girls thought it was a treat to get a store bought outfit. Now my 53 yo daughter says she wishes she was nearer so I could make her an outfit occasionally. Now I only make quilts and bags.
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I keep 95% of the quilted items I make. The other 5% goes to my kids/grands. My girls will get all my quilts one day anyway so I keep them now.
I don't mine buying presents and giving wanted items to people I care about.
I don't mine buying presents and giving wanted items to people I care about.
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