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I saw this design on a hotel bedspread. Immediately an image sprang to mind of the branches and leaves in a variety of colors.  I really like the curves of the branches and the shape of the leaves.

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Author JayePosted on Friday, February 7, 2014Friday, November 4, 2016Categories 2014Tags Inspiration

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  1. JayeL on Patchwork Palooza Block 10Sunday, September 28, 2025

    Thanks! This is one of my favorite blocks of all time.

  2. JayeL on Various & Sundry 2025 #9Sunday, September 28, 2025

    Glad you were able to find it!!

  3. JayeL on Finished: Sewing Date TravelerSunday, September 28, 2025

    Glad it is useful. I hope it is useful now that you have gone home.

  4. JayeL on Patchwork Palooza Block 9Sunday, September 28, 2025

    That is one reason I love block making.

  5. JayeL on Patchwork Palooza Block 9Sunday, September 28, 2025

    Great thought!

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