This is a wall hanging I made for Dad's 80th, entitled, Memories of a country life. I changed it slightly to suit Dad. Guess what , we won 1st prize at the local show. Took me 1 FULL week of machine applique, not much sleep, but rewarded with the smile on Dad's face.

WOW !!!What an awesome idea,
great job!
Do you have Italian distant relatives? I'm curious.... Grandmother same NONNA (italian style)
Ciao Stefania

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by nonna57 27 Apr 2008

epic, hey no italian in family, just love the name. Had lots of fun with this hanging. Thinking of making something special for my Mum, Have to find something in Tennis. *4U

Great job nonna, well worth all the hard work and loss of sleep...congrats...*4U

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by nonna57 27 Apr 2008

Still catching up on lost sleep

Great job and got a blue ribbon to boot. Know dad is proud of his baby girl. *4U

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by nonna57 27 Apr 2008

M & D get lots of comments, which makes them proud of me, so they say!!!!

Congrats on such a lovely project. *4U ><>

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by nonna57 27 Apr 2008

Joanie, Please be careful on that bike. From one bikey gal 2 another. It hurts bad when you go down. Thankyou for for the congrats. *4u

This brought a huge smile to my face. It's wonderful and how thoughtful to do something like this for your Dad.
Well done!

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by nonna57 27 Apr 2008

And my we do have a lovely smile. *4u

Lovely idea, I love to tell stories with my embroidering. It is even better when everyone else can see the same picture you are trying to say.
Congradualtions on your winning first place.

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by nonna57 27 Apr 2008

thankyou for your reassuring note. *4u

Very beautiful, nice work, can imagine your fathers face seeing this beautiful life work *4U

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by nonna57 23 Apr 2008

Imprinted into my memory :)

CONGRATULATIONS with this 1th prize !!

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by nonna57 23 Apr 2008

Thanks Sash proudly hanging in my sewing room. Look at it & think of Dad :)

I am so glad u were able to do this. I lost my dad 2 yrs ago & I came across something I was going to do for him but didn't get around to it. This will mean so much to you & Him. u deserve a big bunch of flowers for this beautiful piece of work

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by nonna57 22 Apr 2008

Ibrow, never put off anything. Who knows what 2morrow will bring. Sometimes it's too late. Mmmmm smell them flowers. :)

It is so original.I am not surprised that you won a prise,although I think the biggest prize for you was your father's smile.A flower for you.

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by nonna57 22 Apr 2008

roxsy, The smile was enough, really.

Nonna, what a great idea! I bet your Dad was beside himself receiving this lovely gift. Good job!!! A+

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by nonna57 22 Apr 2008

Thankyou Teri, Yes he was very proud. I even got a special card sent from Dad expressing his feelings, as he has touble expressing verbally.

How wonderfull .Congratulations and happy birthday to your father from us all

oh congratulations how beautiful, you should be so proud of your self and you must have a very happy dad. flower 4 u.

Beautiful job, I bet dad was very pleased with it.

Oh my and an award, too! A flower for you.

Fabulous!I'm sure your dad treasured it.(my dad died two years ago.We had a special bound, so this present touches me deep). A special flower to you

I'm sure it did bring a smile to his face. It's great. But you did it in one week, wow.

Wonderful! Your prizes are well deserved, both the show prize and the more precious smile from your dear Dad. Flowers for your quilt! Marji

CONGRATULATIONS, what a a great project, now wonder it took you so long - look how many different picture are here? WOW! This is great. *4U

Nice present for the father - for his life work. Hats off! Congratulates

What a reward! It's all worthwhile with that sort of response. Fabulous wall hanging.

Wonderful quilt. I know your dad is especially proud of the quilt but more so of you. A flower for you.

Just love it and the talent you have to do it.

Beautiful piece. I can see why you won and I know you will never forget the smile on your Dad's face. Thank you for sharing what is sure to be a family heirloom.

I know your Dad was pround of you and will enjoy it. Good Job. Flower for you

That was quite a feat! Lovely work. I can see why Dad was proud. AND you won a ribbon and a smile! ;)