Thought I'd share a bit of springy brightness /my repro Batik Tulips! Pattern available on my Etsy shop.
The vintage inspiration quilt / a kit quilt except for the wacky, very original border
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Very pretty, Sandra! Way to switch it up, with the jewel-toned batiks.
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