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Hosting a Block Exchange

f you love scrappy quilts, hosting a block exchange can be a fun and easy way to get a finished project with the variety of fabrics you crave. I have been a participant in many block exchanges resulting in wonderful, one-of-a-kind quilts. But with so many successes, failure is an option if specific guidelines are not followed. Here are some suggestions for

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