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Galaxy by Kayoko Hata gives off the impression that the dark recesses of space would very cold, but it is actually a very inviting looking quilt. Exhibited at the International Quilt Festival Houston in 2011, "the star was made from a blue gradation by using one inch squares. White lace appliqués were combined, and the microcosm was born." "Inspired by a book of appliqué lace patterns," and featuring beautiful hand quilting, hand piecing, and hand embroidery, take a moment to think about how big 1" squares really are to appreciate the care put into the quilt.

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