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    Old 09-27-2014, 05:00 PM
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    My brother-in-law always says "It looks good from my house!" So I will say it to you, It looks good from my house! You did a really good job and it will look good from their house too.
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    Old 09-28-2014, 04:13 AM
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    It's the little imperfections that make it a one of a kind made from the heart. Don't do a thing, I'd be proud to hang it in my house.

    Kathy :-)
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    Old 09-28-2014, 04:32 AM
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    It's fine. They will not see the imperfections that you are worrying about. Someone said put it away for a couple of days and look again. They are right. I've had mistakes on quilts that I wanted to fix later and unless I mark the error in some way I usually can't find it when I go back to do the fix.
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    Old 09-28-2014, 05:11 AM
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    I think it's really striking. You did a good job and each year you will get better. Don't be so hard on yourself !
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    Old 09-28-2014, 05:17 AM
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    I made a tablerunner like that and I use it because I love the fabrics and the pattern. What the back looks like, no one knows. The front is pretty and any imperfections, I forgot about quickly. Definitely, no one else would think to notice 'mistakes' anyway. It's handmade and the thought is what counts.
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    Old 09-28-2014, 05:19 AM
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    Originally Posted by Mamacandoit
    This is my second "proper" quilting project and for some reason I had thought to give it to my parents-in-law as their Christmas present.

    I'm not sure though...I think it's pretty good despite a few mistakes but can I ask your opinion pls...and suggestions to fix any glaring boo-boos...





    The back:




    One of the short sides looks bad but I'm hoping I can get the hanging sleeve to cover that:



    Close up of a block that could have been fabric matched better:





    And for about 3 inches on one side the stitching on the back is wonky:




    I know it's not the best quilt but do you think it's ok as a gift once the terrible top bit is concealed by the hanging sleeve?
    It looks fantastic and no one or thing is perfect only GOD is perfect, you sure are too hard on your self it really is nice.
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    Old 09-28-2014, 05:37 AM
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    It's the thought that counts. I am sure they will appreciate it.
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    Old 09-28-2014, 05:50 AM
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    Unless your in-laws are excellent quilters, they will not notice your perceived imperfections.

    When you are making a quilt and thinking good thoughts about the person who will be receiving it - that is a gift in itself.

    Beautiful quilt - they will love it because it is from you.
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    Old 09-28-2014, 05:59 AM
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    I agree with everyone else, you are being too hard on yourself. They will never notice the areas that you think are mistakes. If the wonky back really bothers you, fix it--it's only 3 inches, but I think it's fine the way it is. They will love it.
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    Old 09-28-2014, 06:22 AM
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    I agree with those who encourage you to give it and don't worry about it! Anything made with love should be appreciated with love!
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