Monday, April 8, 2013

Birthday Quilt

Look what I got back from the quilters this past week!!! I'm so excited! When I went to Ohio I brought and left three quilts with me. My Jubilee was the priority quilt and my birthday signature blocks was my second. (Just Takes Forever, took a whole year, so why rush the quilting?)
It is lovely! And what a precious memory quilt from all my quilt friends, ones I have never met, and ones I have. I asked for an all-over motif since the blocks were the star of the show. It suits this quilt perfectly.
And this is where I put two lovely blocks that came in too late to make it to the front. As you can see I pieced the backing with a variety of fabric. Thank you again for those who took the time to make a block and send it to Randy for my 50th birthday surprise. And thank you Randy for making this quilt possible and being so sneaky about it!!
 I've got about 1 month before the magic of 50 disappears forever, so I should have plenty of time to get a binding on it.

Love and hugs
Lori
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42 comments:

  1. KarendianneApril 8, 2013 at 5:53 AM

    Heart filled happy quilt! Just goes to show what you put out comes back ten-fold. One of my top three things I've ever made came from you my friend. Oh don't look. I'm sappy already and it's early yet.

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  2. AnonymousApril 8, 2013 at 5:55 AM

    WOW Lori, you must be thrilled with your jubilee quilt, it's absolutely stunning!! a future heirloom for sure!! cheers...Marian

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  3. AnonymousApril 8, 2013 at 6:14 AM

    Well I have to say this is one of the prettier signature quilts. Love how it all came together.

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  4. KyleApril 8, 2013 at 6:15 AM

    What a wonderful reminder of a special year and special quilting friends.

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  5. CathyApril 8, 2013 at 6:16 AM

    What a beautiful quilt. Hugs

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  6. YankeeQuilterApril 8, 2013 at 6:51 AM

    Looks great!!!!

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  7. Juliann in WAApril 8, 2013 at 6:53 AM

    What a beautiful quilt!

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  8. KarenApril 8, 2013 at 7:00 AM

    lovely, lovely, lovely! You must be so happy to have it home.

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  9. WoolenSailsApril 8, 2013 at 7:36 AM

    That is a wonderful quilt and such a wonderful memory of your friends.

    Debbie

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  10. DarleneApril 8, 2013 at 8:02 AM

    Oh, Lori, it's a beautiful quilt. So many of your friends stitched together.

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  11. Carrie ~ Cricketwood PrimsApril 8, 2013 at 8:04 AM

    Lori it is a beautiful commeration for your special birthday. Keep on celebrating.

    Spring blessings, Carrie

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  12. Janet O.April 8, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    Very nice the way you set the blocks, Lori. That in and of itself was a big job, I'm sure. It is a lovely quilt and I am glad Randy made it happen!

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  13. MaryApril 8, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    It looks wonderful! I see my "late" block there on the back. If it wasn't for the last minute, some things would never get done, right? I had such fun making my farmer's wife quilt last year, it is still waiting for the quilting. That stack is getting taller and taller. Here's to 50 more years of quilting and Blogging fun...

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  14. antique quilterApril 8, 2013 at 8:20 AM

    Its beautiful and such a special quilt
    I know its one you will treasure for ever
    Kathie

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  15. HeartsdesireApril 8, 2013 at 8:22 AM

    Oh what a gorgeous quilt this is, Lori. A lovely reminder of your special year.

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  16. TammyApril 8, 2013 at 8:23 AM

    Beatiful quilt and so special. One to cherish forever.

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  17. KerstinApril 8, 2013 at 8:42 AM

    what a beautiful quilt.

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  18. JanApril 8, 2013 at 9:16 AM

    Looks just great - you deserve it!

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  19. SharonApril 8, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    Fantastic, it looks great, and it was fun to participate!

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  20. DonieneApril 8, 2013 at 9:30 AM

    Turned out so well!!! I love how you pieced the backing!! Especially love the sheep/red flower fabric!!! What a special place for those two special blocks!!
    Happy, Happy celebration of your 50!!

    Blessings

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  21. BethApril 8, 2013 at 9:32 AM

    It is just fantastic. What a great memory quilt for you.

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  22. AnonymousApril 8, 2013 at 9:37 AM

    it's a beautiful quilt

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  23. Kindred QuiltsApril 8, 2013 at 9:56 AM

    A spectacular quilt full of memories!

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  24. pandchintzApril 8, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    Yay!!

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  25. Catherine-Anne TaylorApril 8, 2013 at 12:05 PM

    Wow! This is a beautiful treasure! Congratulations on both counts. Catherine...x
    www.catherinescountrycottage.net

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  26. RuthApril 8, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    It's wonderful! You will have 2 beautiful quilts to commemorate your 50th!

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  27. SueApril 8, 2013 at 12:27 PM

    Oh Lori what a fantastic memory of your 50th year. Just think in a 100 years time what will quilters be saying about it.

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  28. Donna KeatingApril 8, 2013 at 1:05 PM

    This beauty was well worth the wait.

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  29. audreyApril 8, 2013 at 1:37 PM

    Very special quilt! Love the sampler blocks with all the great personality included. This one will be a treasure for years to come.:)

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  30. Every StitchApril 8, 2013 at 2:40 PM

    Beautiful quilt! and one to become a family heirloom for sure.Congratulations!
    Hilda

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  31. MerilynApril 8, 2013 at 3:07 PM

    So nice to see the completed quilt!!! I love the eclectic pieced backing, adds such great interest to this piece. It was an absolute pleasure to make a block for your 50th, I hope you get lots of snuggle time under it over the coming years!!!!

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  32. Barb in MiApril 8, 2013 at 4:41 PM

    It's beautiful - so glad I participated! Enjoy your last month of '50'!!!

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  33. Quilter KathyApril 8, 2013 at 4:44 PM

    What a great memory quilt for your 50th year celebrations!

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  34. Barbara JApril 8, 2013 at 5:14 PM

    What a gorgeous quilt of anything and everything! And the sentiment is definitely a special one. Here's to being 50 ... forever young!

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  35. Betty LouApril 8, 2013 at 5:17 PM

    What a beautiful heirloom to love and cherish for many years to come.

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  36. KarenApril 8, 2013 at 5:54 PM

    I know I made a block but I don't remember what it looked like. The quilt blocks were a special treat for you. A memory forever.

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  37. Randy D.April 8, 2013 at 8:24 PM

    Lori, that quilt is fabulous!!! I can't wait to see it in person next month!!! it'll be a great memory of your 50th birthday! And having blocks from your quilt world friends is awesome. I loved doing it... the secret part was hard, though!!!

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  38. Lizzy DApril 8, 2013 at 9:37 PM

    What a treasure. I loved contributing a block...a special memory quilt for a very special you!

    lizzy

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  39. JanetApril 8, 2013 at 10:29 PM

    It really looks wonderful!! Enjoy!

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  40. DawnApril 9, 2013 at 6:27 PM

    So fun to see! I had forgotten all about it ;-)

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  41. Dixie HowardApril 10, 2013 at 7:34 PM

    What a lovely tribute to you for your 50th birthday. The quilt is so heartfelt, and the quilting is lovely. Really great to see this one!

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  42. BarbApril 12, 2013 at 5:10 AM

    so awesome~ what a treasure!
    I see my block - hooray
    xox

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