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Jan. 2011, I am an advid crochet lover and have done some very lovely pieces so several years ago I decided that as long as my eyes and hands are still good that I wanted to make crocheted doilies for each of my grand children and their first homes when they marry.
After collecting three pieces or sets, I washed and blocked each piece then folded them in acid free paper and placed each set in a 100% cotton bag for storage.
I also took pictures of me presenting a piece to each of the children and that picture is in the bags as well as washing information for the crochet yarn. Then I made simple applique tags with text and the year.
I just hope my grand children will understand the value of these gifts!!
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I love the ideal and yes what a treasure. they are just lovely.
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shirlener88
16 Jan 2011
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My goodness Dolly - what a lovely gift for each of your grandchildren - if they don't understand the value of it now - perhaps the person that they do eventually marry will. I love the pictures and the tags, as well as the lovely gift of your hand crochet - it is so special and should be treasured. *4U
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très bonne idée et combien valorisante et qui, j'en suis sure plaira à tous vos petits enfants
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needledream
16 Jan 2011
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What a lovely and special gift for each of your grandchildren, I love it, you have done a great job!
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keeponsewing
17 Jan 2011
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How pretty Dolly. What an heirloom to pass down to your family. I know they will eventually appreciate the love and sweet gesture and the HOURS that went into making these. Hugs, Terre
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what a truly wonderful gift to pass on! A treasured keepsake for sure!
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Wow Dolly thats a great idea to take pictures i give mine out & then forget about it but this way it is saved forever!!What do you think Or have you tryed the lace or crochett look like that Christie is making I love them as people tell me they look hand done soooooooo for me this new way is 100 times faster LOL They are all freebee in DBC!!!Carolyn
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