Army wife quilter

May 21, 2010

Armed Forces Reserve Quilt


OK. So every time I walk into the new Armed Forces Reserve Building at Fairchild Air Force Base, I get a big smile on my face.  Why?  Because of this quilt that took me 6 months to make.  Now that is done and is hanging in the building, everybody can enjoy the fruits of my labor.  This quilts is made up of the different Army Reserve and Army Guard units that will be using the build. 

I am excited to be able to share this quilt with all of you out there with all you Blogger Quilt Festival lovers.













26 comments:

  1. It must feel wonderful to see that daily. This is fabulous quilt! Great job!

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  2. Wonderful quilt, hope you have a wonderful weekend for a Military Quilt Mom in Southern Ontario, Canada.

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  3. Love it, looks great, smiles deserved - says this Air Force vet!

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  4. WOW : what a fabulous piece of art you have created ! You and your soldier should be proud !

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  5. That is so cool! I never would have thought to make those into a quilt, but it's perfect, especially for the setting. Clever!

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  6. Wonderful quilt - I understand how proud you must be.

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  7. What a special quilt! I'm sure so many appreciate it!

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  8. It deserves to be front and center for everyone to see. Great job.

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  9. I'll bet that brings smiles to LOTS of people! It's wonderful.

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  10. It is wonderful! We were also military and I've been with many military quilters who just love making these sorts of quilts! You did an awesome job!! Be proud!!

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  11. Go green! As an army brat, I totally appreciate the love behind the quilt and as a quilter appreciate all the work. Kudos and what an honor -glad it is front and center as it should be.

    Come see my festival quilts

    Here is my latest quilt and its 1890 antique cheddar star inspiration
    http://starleyquilts.blogspot.com

    my antique 1890 double pink blazing star
    http://utahquiltappraiser.blogspot.com
    Sandra Starley

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  12. Wow! What a wonderful quilt for everyone to enjoy! Thanks for sharing your quilt with us.

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  13. Fabulous quilt! What a wonderful idea you had!

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  14. What a fabulous quilt! Such a great project, I'm so glad it is hanging where it can get the attention it deserves.

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  15. What a wonderful quilt! Great idea and superbly executed. I have a friend whose husband was in Korea, in the AF - every year they have a squadron reunion. She made a quilt with all their info on it, and they all signed it, and every year she adds the location of the reunion. Also, when one passes on, she puts a star next to their name. She had to put one on her hubby's name last year - he was 80. I think these are among the most touching of all quilts. Tell your hubby thank you for serving, from an Army vet.

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  16. What a great quilt and I'm so glad they are showcasing it at the base. It's a reflection of the commitment not only the serving member has, but the whole family commitment. And thank your hubby for doing a great job! It's appreciated.

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  17. Oh, I wish I had seen this last Fall when we were visiting family in Spokane. I would have made a special trip to Fairchild AFB just to see your quilt. It is a great and meaningful quilt. I hope they display it for many years! Retired USAF Wife, Sandy

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  18. Wonderful quilt. You did a fantastic job. And a perfect quilt to share in a show. Thank you so much for sharing, and for all your family does to help others and protect. Thank you very much!

    SewCalGal
    www.sewcalgal.blogspot.com

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  19. wife of retired army man here!! appreciate the quilt--nice job!! i grew up in spokane--used to go out to fairchild to practice synchronized swimming or to visit friends from church who lived there. happy memories

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  20. Yay for the military!!! (also a military wife/quilter) What a beautiful gift!!!! I am sure lots are going to enjoy looking at that quilt! Thanks! and thanks for yours and your husbands sacrfices, and service!

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  21. Awesome--both in design and execution! Your applique is outstanding.

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  22. Happy Memorial Day!
    Great quilt!
    Beth in Dallas

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  23. That's fantastic! What a great quilt! Have you ever heard of Quilts of Valor? Check out my blog for some links if you haven't... http://craftopotamus.blogspot.com/
    Happy Memorial Day!

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  24. As a wife of a retired Army man... I was excited to find your blog amongst the Quilt Festival list :o) What a beautiful piece of art! How long did it take you to make? Did you do free motion quilting on it? I am a novice quilter with so many unfinished parts, pieces, tops, etc! This Quilt Festival has been so inspiring!

    Blessings & Aloha!
    (Ii had to laugh about what you wrote under your profile pic. ...my dad is retired AF and we lived on Naval stations and AF bases...my hubby was AF and then went Army to fly! Well... Ihope you get a chance to stop by and if you do please leave a comment on my post so that I know that you were there.) I am following you now :o) So glad to meet you!)

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