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by pennifold 22 May 2011 ( edited May 24'11 03:55 )
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Hi guys, it's 5.00pm Sunday evening. I finished this off yesterday. I don't do any sewing on Sunday - my rest day. I bought Mum back here after church as she wanted some black buttons. I didn't have enough, anyway I wanted her to see the quilt so far for Dad. Well, she just took one look and spontaneously hugged me and said gosh the picture of Dad looks just like a picture. I told her Meganne did it for me on Canvas and she just couldn't stop touching it. THANKS MEG FOR AN AWESOME JOB!!!! I told her I will try and get some red fabric for a border and maybe a blue one too to match in. I think it will be hard to match the exact colour as the blue fabric was pyjama fabric and Dad wore them a lot! Anyway once I've done the borders I'll get it quilted. I was given permission by The Adelaide Football Club to use their logo (Adelaide Crows) again huge thanks to Meganne who digitised this for me. The lady there in charge of their merchandise asked me to send her a picture when finished. The other designs are from all over the place. They are things that Dad loved - eg. Cooper's Ale was his favourite beer. He loved gardening and especially red roses. He was a professional Diver, he loved billiards, and of course played Golf every week. I will try and get some fabric this week and finish it off. Thanks for looking love and blessings Chris P.S. Mum just stood there and said "Gee, Dad would have loved this and won't his brother love it." Uncle Brian (Dad's brother) is coming up here from Adelaide in June.

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Comments (36)
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by marthie 22 May 2011
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Chris this is a master piece. It is absolute stunning. Well done, you done a great job. My mom just moved into a retirement village(care centre) and I gave it thought to make her a small quilt with photos of her grand children. You inspired me. It is nou 10:00 in South Africa
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Marthie - go ahead and do one - she will love it. Love Chris
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by airyfairy 22 May 2011
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This is just too beautiful Chris - what a wonderful reminder of your dad. Well done. Hugs Sarah
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Sarah - I thought so too. Love Chris
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by shirlener88 22 May 2011
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Chris, this is wonderful and I can see why you wanted to do it - it has your Dad in every stitch and square - I feel as though I knew him - by looking at this - it is truly a great work of art. *4U
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Shirlene - you are right in saying that. Each piece of fabric was something dad wore. I especially loved him in the black and white shirt and used that as the small pieces. He wore the red shirt all the time during winter and the blue pj's during summer! Of course all the embroideries were what he did during his life. Love Chris
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by rwalden 22 May 2011
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Great quilt Chris with so much love sewn in. Thanks for showing it to us and for the story behind it. Reva
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
You are welcome Reva. Love Chris
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by dani58 22 May 2011
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It 's a beautiful memory of your father, your mother will be pleased!
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Dani - yes, Mum was thrilled with it so far. I still have to finish it off and want to put some quotes on it! Love Chris
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by gerryvb 22 May 2011
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it's beautiful,your dad sure would have loved this and you made your mom very proud and happy. compliments to you!!
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
You are right Gerry. Dad loved bright colours and they looked so good on him. Mum was just thrilled with it. I can't wait to finish it now! Love Chris
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by noah 22 May 2011
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oh i wish i could see his face when he sees it :):) carolyn
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by pennifold 22 May 2011
Dear Carolyn, I would love to have seen his face too, but unfortunately Dad died on Father's Day 5th September 2010. This is a memory quilt of him for my Mum. Love Chris
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by workbecky 22 May 2011
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This is beautiful. It is wonderful how you were able to incorporate so much of his life in the quilt. You are truly an inspiration. Becky
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Becky - I tried to ensure that all of his hobbies and his work life were incorporated in this quilt. I didn't want it to be too large as I wanted Mum to have it just as a lap quilt. Love Chris

P.S. Thanks for your compliment.
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by oaro 22 May 2011
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this is beautiful memory quilt of your father I love the bright
colors of the quilt the are happy colors everything you did is well done with so much love . Maria
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Maria - Dad would have loved this quilt too. He cried when I gave him his first quilt years ago - so I know he would have loved this one even more. Love Chris
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by lenamae 22 May 2011
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this is a beautiful quilt I know your mom was happy to see it Hugs Lenamae
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Lenamae - yes she was thrilled to see this quilt. Love Chris
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by quilter124 22 May 2011
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Chris, what a lovely tribute to your dad and his life.
I am thinking about doing one in memory of my dad and all the farm things we did as a child.....
So glad your mom liked it.....wonderful work....
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thank you very much. I do hope you get a chance to do one - it's very rewarding! Love Chris
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by dlonnahawkins 22 May 2011
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Chris - what a touching memory quilt. It looks great, and what a great way to remember your dad.
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Beth - I cannot wait to get the borders on and do some quotes etc. Love chris
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by devon 22 May 2011
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Chris it is beautiful. I just cried and cried. I am so glad that you got it made. Great job.
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks DeVon - I thought of you and how much you have missed your beloved Dad too when I was making this. I am so glad it touched your heart. This sort of reaction is what all people want when they make something. Love Chris
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by rosyla 22 May 2011
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E' un ricordo molto bello in memoria del papa'! Kiss Rosi
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Rosi, Grazie mille per le gentili parole. Amore e benedizioni Chris
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by kiffuri 22 May 2011
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Chris it is beautiful.
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks so much love Chris
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by teun 22 May 2011
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Great, i like it
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thank you so much love Chris
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by patsy28 22 May 2011
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This is such a wonderful work of love and art! You are truly gifted. I'm sure this will touch all those who knew and loved your Dad.
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks so much for your kind words. Already our children have commented on it and how it bought back memories of their "Puppa". Ben (our son) just idolised my Dad. Love Chris
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by clawton 22 May 2011
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It looks great. What a nice way to make a family memory.
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Carolyn - I thought so too! Love Chris
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by ramona 22 May 2011
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What a wonderful memory quilt you have made. Great job and thanks for sharing.
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by pennifold 22 May 2011
Thanks for your kind words. Love Chris
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by designgirl 22 May 2011
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What a wonderful memory quilt of your Dad. His picture is perfect, Meganne did an awesome job. I love the colours and the designs you chose. Great work. Hugs Lynn
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by pennifold 22 May 2011
Isn't the photo great. You are right Meg did a great job. All the colours were from his clothes. Love Chris
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by pldc 22 May 2011
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ITS WONDERFUL CHRIS & WHAT A TREASURE FOR ALL TO SEE WHO LOVED & MISS YOUR DAD, TO BE ABLE TO REMINISS AS THEY LOOK AT EACH BLOCK. THAK YOU FOR SHARING, HUGS LORALYE
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Loralye I tried to get as much into it in such a small quilt love Chris
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by ermaplatt 23 May 2011
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What a wonderful expression of your love for your dad. I am sure as you worked on this you sewed your memories into it. Our crafts can bring great healing.
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
So true Erma - I can tell you though there were a few frustrations along the way - the fabrics are not compatible! Love Chris
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by beatie58 23 May 2011
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chris, What wonderful memories! Looks great Hugs Sally
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Sally - it bought back memories for me just making it! Love Chris
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by elizabethak 23 May 2011
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What a touching memorial to your dad. Beautiful.
Hugs
Elizabeth
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Elizabeth I think so too. Love Chris
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by elizabethak 23 May 2011
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What a touching memorial to your dad. Beautiful.
Hugs
Elizabeth
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by pennifold 29 May 2014
Thanks so much Elizabeth, love Chris
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by mranderson 23 May 2011
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What an awesome job Chris. You must be very proud of this quilt. Wonderful memories. Love Marg
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by pennifold 29 May 2014
Yes, thanks Marg, I am proud of it. Love Chris
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by castelyn 23 May 2011
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Chris what a stunning job you and Meganne did. I can just picture your Mom looking at this beautiful quilt. "Lost for words". Hugs and love Yvonne
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Yvonne - it was one of those moments I won't forget. When she just turned and hugged me it was a real affirmation that the quilt "hit" the spot! Love Chris
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by greysewist 23 May 2011
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Wow, Chris, that is fabulous, and a fitting reminder of your dad. No wonder your mum was so thrilled with it. It will be a lasting memory of much better times for all of your family.
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Marianne I hope Mum gets a lot of use out of this lap quilt. Love Chris
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by mops 23 May 2011
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Chris, you did a wonderful job! It's such a lovely way to remember him. Thanks for showing!
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Martine - I think it's a great way of remembering him. Love Chris
by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Martine - I think it's a great way of remembering him. Love Chris
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by quiltgrama 23 May 2011
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You have yourself a real treasure that will be around for quite a while. Very good job, Hugs Lisa
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks so much Lisa - I hope Mum gets to keep it for many years yet. Love Chris
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by designcrazy 23 May 2011
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Oh Chris, this is just wonderful!!!!! I know your family will cherish this quilt for years to come. You are so smart, you do some of the most wonderful projects. Love your work! Jane
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Jane I hope they do appreciate the work involved. Thanks for your kind comments too. Love Chris
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by aussiequilter 23 May 2011
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what a wonderful way to remember you dad Chris.Im sure it will become a family treasure.

monika
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Monika - I hope so too. Love Chris
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by nonna57 23 May 2011
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Chris this lovely quilt will be a treasure your Mum will love. Well done to both you and Meg. :)
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by pennifold 23 May 2011
Thanks Pauline - Mum can't wait for me to finish it now. Love Chris
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by sewensue 23 May 2011
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Just beautiful excellent job to all your hard work and to Meganne digitizing designs excellent work ladies. Mom's reaction says it all
Sue, Ohio
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by pennifold 24 May 2011
Thanks Sue - I just keep looking at the picture of Dad and want to keep touching it. I am so thrilled with it. Love Chris
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by shuede 24 May 2011
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Awesome!
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by pennifold 24 May 2011
Thanks for commenting love Chris
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by robinbird 24 May 2011
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What a lovely memory quilt you've made for your mom& a labor of love from you too.I'm sure she'll enjoy this for quite sometime. Thanks for sharing your dear family project& God's blessings.:~D
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by pennifold 24 May 2011
Thanks Robin - it will take pride of place in her loungeroom. Love Chris