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    Old 10-01-2011, 05:44 AM
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    More mats using selvages and fabric strips.
    I used coffee filters to paper piece these (tip found on the QB some time back). I ironed the filter flat and once it was covered with the piecing and a good pressing, I cut with scissor around the filter for a nearly perfect circle.

    homespun background
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    tone-on-tone background
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    close up of one shows selvage markings
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    Old 10-01-2011, 05:47 AM
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    Cute
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    Old 10-01-2011, 05:47 AM
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    Nice
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    Old 10-01-2011, 06:25 AM
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    very cute
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    Old 10-01-2011, 06:34 AM
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    Very unique Barb..you did a good job..I am not in any hurry to use strips that small...my OLD eyes won't let me...I have thought about using coffee filters too...I love to hand applique..Happy Stitchin' crafty_linda_b
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    Old 10-01-2011, 06:38 AM
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    Creative and very original.
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    Old 10-01-2011, 06:48 AM
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    well isn't that cute and creative!
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    Cute idea
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    Old 10-01-2011, 07:14 AM
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    Too cute, Sis.
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    Old 10-01-2011, 07:31 AM
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    Wonderful creative idea.
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