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    Old 08-10-2011, 07:35 PM
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    I learned (at least for beginner) this is almost impossible. The bulk of the quilt was hard to maneuver especially in center and much frustration plus ripping out. I kept telling myself this is a practice quilt and for my own use so hung in there. :? To make matters worse, I decided to be "artistic" in center and do flowers, leaves, waves. When I stopped to adjust fabric, there are obvious bobbles. But DH assures me he likes it and it looks good. I like the colors and I find as I got closer to outer edges of quilt the FMQ got more fun. But probably won't attempt this again :roll:

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    Backing of quilt.
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    Close up of center of quilt, not so smooth!!
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    Old 08-10-2011, 07:36 PM
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    It's beautiful!! From a fellow Coloradan
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    Old 08-10-2011, 07:37 PM
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    Looks wonderful to me!!
    I am in process of making a queen size that will come to the floor. I will quilt it on my home machine. I am thinking wonky flowers on top and curves and such on the sides. Nothing as fancy as your detailed flower. Wow!
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    Old 08-10-2011, 07:38 PM
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    Hope my firsts looks that good it is very pretty Did you use patterns for flowers in center of block?
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    Old 08-10-2011, 07:39 PM
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    DH is right. You did a nice job!
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    Old 08-10-2011, 07:39 PM
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    You did an awesome job. Looks great.
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    Old 08-10-2011, 07:40 PM
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    The quilt is beautiful and you are to be commended for accomplishing such a daunting task. Enjoy your masterpiece!!
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    Old 08-10-2011, 07:40 PM
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    Originally Posted by 4EVERquilt
    It's beautiful!! From a fellow Coloradan
    Hi, fellow Coloradan. I'm near Longmont.
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    Old 08-10-2011, 07:40 PM
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    Great job, Shirley-love your colors! I only have the guts to try small wall quilts, runners, etc on my machine! Just still trying to get the hang of it-I usually hand-quilt and hand-applique!
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    I think it looks great!

    But I'm with you, I won't be attempting anymore large ones on my tabletop machine. lol
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