1967 Friendship Quilt

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07-17-2008, 09:46 AM

tcarota

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My sister had thes blocks put away for 40 years! They were all slightly different sizes and had bias edges, and even a couple of stains. Ugly fabrics Cherry picked out the green and I put the quilt together. It was fun seeing all the family signitures.

This one my Grandmother feather stitched.

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Last minute stitching the label.

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07-17-2008, 09:48 AM

tcarota

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Couldn't resist adding 3 more blocks. Terri

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07-17-2008, 09:50 AM

retrogirl02

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beautiful photos! They're all in such wonderful condition, too. Lucky you! :D

07-17-2008, 10:04 AM

mgshaw

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That is awesome!!!What a treasure that is and will be in the years to come!

07-17-2008, 01:48 PM

kinkajou

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What an awesome quilt! Thanks for sharing these photos.

07-17-2008, 02:11 PM

Knot Sew

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You are very lucky and its just great :D

07-17-2008, 02:46 PM

Elizabeth A.

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Now that is cool, maybe I missed it, how big is it? It's just great how those are not only friends but family members too. :D

07-17-2008, 02:48 PM

CissyQuilts

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That's so cool! How awesome to have the blocks with signatures of your family!

07-17-2008, 03:46 PM

jbsstrawberry

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Truley a treasure, and for "ugly" fabric it sure made a beautiful quilt!! Thats just awesome!!! You just completed a family heirloom!!! How cool is that!