Dispelling Myths about Quilts of Valor

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08-10-2011, 10:49 AM

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NanaCsews2

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Thank you for saying what I have been thinking all morning. The misunderstanding certainly needed a thorough explanation such as yours. A little understanding goes a long way.
My brother was wounded while serving in Saudi Arabia. He went on to serve in Baghdad and Germany. He continues to serve stateside as a civilian. I shudder to think that what all these men and women of our armed forces have done for us, to be given a QOV and then have the quilt not last the rest of their lives. There is meaning behind those quilts. Their memories will last a lifetime, the quilts are a means of comfort and should help get them through it all. May God Bless all the wonderful people for their time and talents to a worthy cause.

08-10-2011, 10:56 AM

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AndiR

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Originally Posted by rdorminy

Thanks for your explanation. I'm sorry my question got out of hand. I just wanted to know what was wrong with the SID quilting method. I didn't think about the different sizes of blocks, etc. It all makes sense now. Thanks again.

I'm glad I could clear things up some. You just asked a question, nothing wrong with that :wink: . The QOV guidelines could have been clearer, but there is already so much information on their website that they were probably trying to simplify things.

08-10-2011, 11:27 AM

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sewbizgirl

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Thank you for the explaination and thanks to all those who have worked to comfort and honor our soldiers!

08-10-2011, 11:28 AM

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Jim's Gem

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Thank you!

08-10-2011, 04:39 PM

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Granny Quilter

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I hope the people who need this info read it.

08-10-2011, 04:49 PM

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LivelyLady

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Originally Posted by Delilah

I still think I would prefer to give my quilts to Soldier's Angels. They do much more for our warriors than give quilts. http://soldiersangels.org/index.php?...ankets-of-hope

I just went on the site and how wonderful that even children can contribute! I'm joining right away.Thank you so much for this info...I'll pass it on to my quilting guild, group, and buddies :thumbup:

08-10-2011, 06:47 PM

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MsEithne

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Originally Posted by AndiR

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Originally Posted by rdorminy

Actually, the information and explanations *are* all on the site; the specific url cited is to a page that is a just a quick summary of the guidelines. I think that page is meant to be a quick reference sheet for people who know the general reasons but just need a quick answer to a speicific question about design, materials, etc.

08-10-2011, 08:38 PM

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Delilah

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Originally Posted by LivelyLady

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Originally Posted by Delilah

I still think I would prefer to give my quilts to Soldier's Angels. They do much more for our warriors than give quilts. http://soldiersangels.org/index.php?...ankets-of-hope

You just made my day! Woohoo!