CathieD 2 Posted May 8, 2007 Report Share Posted May 8, 2007 Garrett, I LOVE your quilt and I LOVE the story behind it! I would have never guessed that a 7 year old pieced AND quilted it. What beautiful workmanship. You did yourself and your family proud, little man. If you can, please tell us what part of making the quilt did you like the most? What was the hardest for you? Cathie Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pfrost 1 Posted May 8, 2007 Report Share Posted May 8, 2007 What a wonderful story! The quilt is awesome (excellent idea to use the CL), too. Garrett is a sweetie for his love & hard work to make Nana feel special. His mom is doing a great job with this kid. Thanks for sharing the photos; they tell the whole story! Hug the little guy for me, too. Pat AZ:cool: Mille Quote Link to post Share on other sites
laststitchstudio 1 Posted May 8, 2007 Report Share Posted May 8, 2007 Thank for sharing such a wonderful story. And bless your heart for helping that special boy make his Nanny a gift of love. Wish I could just hug him myself. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BearPaw 0 Posted May 8, 2007 Report Share Posted May 8, 2007 Oh my word!! I'm crying enough for Garrett's Nanny and his mom combined!! What a wonderful, wonderful story. And the pictures are so precious. This little boy is truly a ray of sunshine. Please tell Garrett how wonderful he is. Nancy in PA APQS wannabe:) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Renae 0 Posted May 8, 2007 Report Share Posted May 8, 2007 Wow, what a story. Words can't express the heart felt feelings.......this little boy is very special and I am like the others...I too am crying. I hope this little boy has his nanny for a very long time.......she is very lucky. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PJDavis 5 Posted May 8, 2007 Report Share Posted May 8, 2007 This does my heart good. I am so proud of this boy and he is not even mine. Made another grandmother very happy, this child is thoughtful and loving. What a wonderful reflection he is on this parents. The woman who did this quilt with him, is a kind and generous lady. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
OntheLAM 0 Posted May 8, 2007 Report Share Posted May 8, 2007 Garrett, Your quilt is so very special as you must be too! First thing I did when my husband came home for lunch today is showed him your wonderful work. It even brought a tear to his eye. See how happy you have made so very many grandparents! And what an absolutely kind-hearted and generous neighbor you have! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful work. Caroline Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ncutt 1 Posted May 8, 2007 Report Share Posted May 8, 2007 VERY VERY SWEET! Put's life back in perspective! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jajab 0 Posted May 8, 2007 Report Share Posted May 8, 2007 Love the story. Of course it made me cry, but in a good way. So heart warming. You are a great neighbor to do that for that boy. I bet he will remember that experience for the rest of his life. What a treasure. The pictures say a thousand words. Thank you so much for sharing with all of us. I too hope that nanny will live to be 100. Garrett, you keep that precious heart of yours. Angela Red Leaf Quilting Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Judi 9 Posted May 9, 2007 Report Share Posted May 9, 2007 Bless you for helping him and also helping his Grandma have such a special quilt and moment in life! Just awesome and inspiring.... Love that Tulip fabric too - we had that in our LQS too - so pretty! Good for you and good for him - actually keeping it a secret so long too!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cristina68 0 Posted May 9, 2007 Report Share Posted May 9, 2007 Thank you so much for sharing that story with us. I believe that we need more stories like this. I?ve showed my 7 years old son the pictures and I?ve translated your words to him. Although he has difficulties on understanding due his dissability he?s understood everything I said about that boy and her gramma. I?ve told him that his mother and gramma will be very proud of him and guess what, he wants me to teach him to quilt. We need more many kids like him that not only think about them about also care about others. You should also be very proud on taking part on the process. Thanks again, Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bekah 107 Posted May 9, 2007 Report Share Posted May 9, 2007 Wow what a wonderful story. You must be so proud of your little neighbor. I can just see the two of you teaming up for more good things. Not only is he a very special young man, he lives next door to a very special woman. Thank you for sharing the wonderful story and pictures. It gives all of us a boost in what can be some grey days. Now if I can just get one of my 18 grandchildren to get the quilting bug. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pam H 3 Posted May 9, 2007 Report Share Posted May 9, 2007 What a special gift he gave to her and what a special gift you gave to him. I think you've earned your wings. Just a beautiful story. Of course it made me cry. Pam H Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Calla 0 Posted May 10, 2007 Report Share Posted May 10, 2007 What a wonderful thing to do for a special young man and his special grandmother. It also brought tears to my eyes. I have helped my granddaughter make a quilt and quilt it and it is such fun. A great gift for them. Barbara Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cooldude3 0 Posted May 10, 2007 Report Share Posted May 10, 2007 - Hi i am Garrett. I am the neighbor to Lisa. My mom said I needed to reply to some questions and comments on here so here are my thoughts [the words below are quoted word for word by Garrett and typed by mom (Jamie)]: " I liked using the big machine. My favorite block on the quilt was the pink and silver polkadot square and I liked doing the quilt with Lisa. The reason I wanted to make the quilt is because I wanted to help my Nanny and I wanted to give her something nice so I could thank her for giving me all the stuff I have and my Nanny is very happy to have her new blanket. I was so surprised that people from around the world were talking about me on here. I want make another quilt for people that don't have blankets to cover up with. My Mom will help me find some people that need some quilts to stay warm with. Thank you for everybody who is writing about me and Good Night." Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ffq-lar 3,625 Posted May 10, 2007 Report Share Posted May 10, 2007 Dear Garrett-- You are the "coolest dude"!!!!! We love you! Linda Quote Link to post Share on other sites
quiltmonkey 447 Posted May 10, 2007 Report Share Posted May 10, 2007 Garrett, Just wanted to tell you that Santa in North Pole Alaska says "Hi" He lives right down the road from me. There are even reindeer at his house in the fenced in yard. Bye! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nora123 0 Posted May 10, 2007 Report Share Posted May 10, 2007 Hi This is my question. Looking at the photos it looks like you have some template attatched to the panto side of your LA. What is it and where can I get it. Thanks a bunch. Nora Washougal Washington Millennium Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lpotter 0 Posted May 11, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2007 Hi Nora, I responded to your U2U...it is the Circle Lord giant clam shell template. One of my favorites...quick, easy, accurate. I especially like it on log cabin quilts. Lends a softness to the right angles. I highly recommend the Circle Lord. Lisa Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Patch 0 Posted May 13, 2007 Report Share Posted May 13, 2007 Dear Garrett, You made sunshine in a lot of people's lives, just by making that gift for your own Nanny. Keep on giving gifts, and you will have all the friends you ever want in your life. You are truly a "cool dude"! I bet you're doing something extra special for your mommy today too. I hope so, because she is very special herself, and a very "cool dudette"! Patty Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Linda R 0 Posted May 24, 2007 Report Share Posted May 24, 2007 Dear Friends: You have to know me, when I say I'm NOT A sentimental person with respect to kids. But story Imporessed the @#$@#$ out of me! This child is TOTALLY TOTALLY cool!!! Keep up the good work everyone !! Sincerely, Linda Raitt Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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