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06-17-2011, 07:31 AM

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QuiltnNan

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those are really great!

06-17-2011, 07:37 AM

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SWChick

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Both were beautiful but I liked the 2nd one best. I'm years away from trying this.

06-17-2011, 07:43 AM

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Grammashel

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Beautiful. What a special gift you have.

06-17-2011, 07:54 AM

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Lori Peercy

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Truely stunning!

06-17-2011, 08:13 AM

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BizzieLizzie

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Lovely!

06-17-2011, 08:21 AM

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Stunning quilts!! You are very talented :D:D:D

06-17-2011, 08:43 AM

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cuppi duke

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Thank you. I was trying to use fabrics in my stash and after I got it done I could see my mistakes. The first one I followed Maria Elkins method, the Indian girl I just did my own way and it was easier for me.

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Originally Posted by sylviak

I think you've got the hang of it! Those are gorgeous! I prefer the more realistic look, but you are quite an artist! A tan that matched the color of the flowers on the background, or even slightly darker, might have worked better on the highlights of the DGD's face. The eyes are beautiful (beautiful DGD!)!