digitizer: hightechgrammy 14 Apr 2011

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Memorial Day is coming soon, and what better way to remember our Vets, past and present, than with a Blue Star Flag. Starting in WWII a group of mothers of serving soldiers began the custom of flying these flags in their windows until their loved ones returned. Almost every home had one. When the blue star turned gold, their loved one had lost his or her life. Sometimes families would have multiple stars. This custom continues still today! I digitized this to honor my dad, William R Hill, who served in the Army during WWII in Okinawa. He is still living, is 84 now and just went through doubly bypass surgery. He loves anything I put this design on. I posted one of the items in projects. I hope some of you can use this design to honor your vets too. Enjoy

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Design #: 7260330

Size (in): 4.02"(w)x4.02"(h) (mm): 102mm(w)x102mm(h)

Stitches: 7200 Colors: 4 Print Color Chart

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Original artwork: my own work and digitizing - well tested
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Please sew as many as you would like to give away, do not charge to do this, do not sell design either individually or in a set.

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by saintpati 16 Jul 2012

Thank You!!

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by skyannsgranny 16 Jul 2012

Thanks

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by phi4 15 Jul 2012

thanks.

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by helenacal 30 May 2011

Thank you so much for your design. I fly a flag like this one at home for my two daughters who are serving in the army. My flag has two stars, but I can use this one for a few of my friends. Thanks again.

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by hightechgrammy 30 May 2011

No, THANK YOU for your valuable contribution to our country for your daughters' service. I can't even begin to imagine how it would be to be a mother of our service men and women. I would be happy to make a two star version, but it would have to be a 5 X 7 hoop. PM me if you would like it. (Or anyone else would actually be able to use it!)
Jan - I LOVE the USA

by nahababy2cute 19 Apr 2011

Hello Everyone, I thank everyone for their well wishes and prayers during this time of recovery. I can feel the military energy from you ladies. William Hill

1 links:[1] http://www.rememberthedeadeyes.com
www.rememberthedeadeyes.com

by arisann 19 Apr 2011

What a great design. Thank you so much for telling us about the Star and about your Dad.

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by hightechgrammy 19 Apr 2011

Thanks for listening! I hope you can use the design!

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by workbecky 18 Apr 2011

Thank you. Like many who have commented I have a son in the Marines (currently in Okinawa) and a SIL in the Air Force (currently stationed at RAF Mildenhall, England). My father (87) served in Okinawa and was recalled for service in the Korean Conflict. He has Alzheimer's now and about all he remembers is serving in the WWII. Becky

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by hightechgrammy 19 Apr 2011

Becky, My dad served in Okinawa in the Army during WWII. Have you checked our website. Lots of it has Okinawa! You might like to check it out. rememberthedeadeyes.com I hope you can use the design. Also the C rations and the can opener. I'm so sorry about the Alzheimer's. Thank you for your family's service. hugs jan

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by pinon 17 Apr 2011

Thank you! Son and SIL are serving, SIL is currently in Iraq with 10.5 months to go before he comes home. Will put this design to good use.

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by hightechgrammy 17 Apr 2011

Please give them a sincere Thank You from the Cuties and a Keep Safe too. Thank you for all you do to support them so they can serve us! It is my privilege to provide this design.

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by msgozer 16 Apr 2011

Thank you for the little history lesson. I had not seen or heard this before. That is very special. Thank you for sharing the design and the lesson with us! I will have to try and keep the custom going. God Bless and many thanks to your Dad!

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by sewdeb 16 Apr 2011

Thanks so much for this wonderful design. *4U

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by jacquipaul 16 Apr 2011

Thanks for this design. My Dad also served and now a son-in-law and nephew serve. My DH is a past Marine.
*4u!
Hugs,
Jacqueline

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by hightechgrammy 17 Apr 2011

Please thank them for their service from us at Cuties!

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by gramsbear 15 Apr 2011

Thanx for the design and the history of this beautiful design. Hugs, Judy

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by chickaneedle 15 Apr 2011

Thanks for sharing this!

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by quilter124 15 Apr 2011

thank you and God Bless You too.....

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by catsnhorses 15 Apr 2011

God bless you for honoring our military in this way!!! I've never heard this story, and it warms my heart. Thank you for sharing.

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by cj2sew 15 Apr 2011

Thank you. You have a heart of gold.

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by maryterry 15 Apr 2011

God Bless You and Your Father, Thank You to both of YOU.

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by 1ladyb 15 Apr 2011

I had a blue star flag for our son also and thankfully he came home safe. I was almost afraid to display it though. I trembled every time I looked at that flag. He is just over 3 years left till his 20th year in the military.He knew from the age of about 4(he is 35 now)what he wanted to do and he has done it. We are proud of him and also of all the other young men and women we have met through him who are serving their country. To all the other military moms and dads, thank you for the service of your children and to those who have given their all, honor and respect to you.

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by hightechgrammy 15 Apr 2011

Thank you, so very much, for all you have sacrificed by giving of your time with your son, so he could serve our country. I appreciate not just his service, but yours as well. Without our military we would not enjoy the freedoms we have. WE pray for our military every day, that God will bring them safely home to their families.