I had it laid out on the bed tonight and was just crying. My husband was more upset over me being upset than the quilt. I told him I had really wanted to show it, take it to the Harley store for display and had a couple of quilt stores that wanted to display it.

I am so sorry you had to go through all this. I can feel your upset in your post and I do hope your quilter will make it right. I am sure if she understands how upset you are that she will do right by you. Good luck, big hugs n roses, Meganne

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It's the right decision to wait till you're calmer to speak with the quilter. Now, also do whatever it takes to be calmer, ok? I know it's terrifically upsetting, but you will make yourself sick if you keep staying that upset. Do something positive to fix it, think about how it will look when it's fixed to your satisfaction. Big hugs, Marji

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by cracker 12 Jun 2009

I think a nice big drink is in order or a couple of shots of tiquila rose.

God bless you for waiting until you are calmer to talk to the quilter. I'm really surprised that someone would even think about quilting a quilt like that without checking with the Owner.

Oh boy. I do not envy you. But if picking it out is what you need to do emotionally you go for it. I wish I could come and help you. I'm an expert at picking out. Ask me why!!! One suggestion..when I pick out stitches I use a small awl instead of a seam ripper. It doesn't have a sharp point. I'd rather gently pull each stitch than take a chance on cutting my fabric. Just a thought. It may take a little longer but I always feel safer that way. Can't wait to see the quilt.

Melani, I feel for you - all that work - I know you will make it work - one way or the the other - please keep us informed and pictures of the progress, too. *4U

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I hope everything turns out OK. (I'm still mad) :)

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by cracker 11 Jun 2009

i am too, but mad doesn't solve my delima. I have fumed, cried, stomped, ranted and raved and all it has done is wear me out and keep me upset. My husband didn't know how much it upset me until tonight. He wanted me to rip all the backing off, but that is too much and I am afraid I would ruin the top. I will have to be careful to tie each stich at the solid meeting point so as not to lose any stiches from the main body. this is going to be a nightmare.

by patguy 12 Jun 2009

Ok have a girl party and ask them to help rip out,Serve cake n coffee ,I did an it worked .Lots of luck

by daisy530 12 Jun 2009

Cake?--I don't know about that. With Crackers luck, someone might spill it on the quilt :) Better she give out white gloves.

by cracker 12 Jun 2009

LOL, thanks for the laugh. No drinks or eats with this quilt. I call it "the beast" cause it is so dang big and heavy!