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Alright, Polly and Sandy. You can stop using your intellectual cattle
prods on me. I have finally crossed over into the realm of the serious quilter. I just got back from my Bernina Dealer with a lovely little box 8" x 6" x2" in size. You already know it is too small to house a new sewing machine, so what could it be? Well silly you, It is a Bernina BSR stitch regulator foot. Yes, I know I said I didn't think that I would ever buy one, but I am a weak and lustful man, when it comes to toys. I have tried to do background quilting, freehand, but the results were, at best, not up to my standards: whatever they are. This little box of joy should elevate my efforts into the realm of the sublime; or at least acceptable. I can't wait to fire this bad boy up and see if I can quilt like the big boys, or girls, do. No more stitch in the ditch for me. From now on, it is Katy bar the door and full speed ahead. Well maybe not no more stitch in the ditch, but only when it is appropriate to the design. The other thing I have come across, in my fevered wanderings over the internet, is free motion machine embroidery. Specifically sites by Allison Holt, and Doreen Currran. These 2 gals, separately, turn the sewing machine into a paint brush. They both use a mechanical sewing machine with just the needle to turn out the most amazing floral and landscape embroidery. By manipulation of the width setting by constant adjustment during the embroidery process, they are able to paint a picture with thread. I realize that they have only been at it for about 25 years, but the results are stunning. So I said, heck I have a Bernina mechanical with a rotary dial, so why not give it a try. I did and you know what, the first effort was not half bad. I think with practice and lots of it, you can learn to coordinate the 2 hands into one fluid motion of embroidery creativity. I am going to leave the 1008 set up for just this sort of thing and practice it as much as I can, I ordered a couple of books by these gals, and when they do get here, there should be plenty to learn from them. There is always a new direction that this whole sewing business takes me. It is an endless pool of new and exciting experience, and I am happily exploring as much of It as I can. So Sandy and Polly, you only have yourself to blame for launching me on this dizzying spiral upward into the higher reaches of quilting. And, all I can say to you is , Thanks. John |
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You know, John, I thoroughly enjoy hearing of all your new adventures.
It is living vicariously I know; but I really do find it fun. I think Leslie has tried this sort of free motion embroidery. She is rushed at the moment, but when she has a minute, I bet she will compare notes. Enjoy hugely - and please do report, so we can all join in. .. In message , John writes Alright, Polly and Sandy. You can stop using your intellectual cattle prods on me. I have finally crossed over into the realm of the serious quilter. I just got back from my Bernina Dealer with a lovely little box 8" x 6" x2" in size. You already know it is too small to house a new sewing machine, so what could it be? Well silly you, It is a Bernina BSR stitch regulator foot. Yes, I know I said I didn't think that I would ever buy one, but I am a weak and lustful man, when it comes to toys. I have tried to do background quilting, freehand, but the results were, at best, not up to my standards: whatever they are. This little box of joy should elevate my efforts into the realm of the sublime; or at least acceptable. I can't wait to fire this bad boy up and see if I can quilt like the big boys, or girls, do. No more stitch in the ditch for me. From now on, it is Katy bar the door and full speed ahead. Well maybe not no more stitch in the ditch, but only when it is appropriate to the design. The other thing I have come across, in my fevered wanderings over the internet, is free motion machine embroidery. Specifically sites by Allison Holt, and Doreen Currran. These 2 gals, separately, turn the sewing machine into a paint brush. They both use a mechanical sewing machine with just the needle to turn out the most amazing floral and landscape embroidery. By manipulation of the width setting by constant adjustment during the embroidery process, they are able to paint a picture with thread. I realize that they have only been at it for about 25 years, but the results are stunning. So I said, heck I have a Bernina mechanical with a rotary dial, so why not give it a try. I did and you know what, the first effort was not half bad. I think with practice and lots of it, you can learn to coordinate the 2 hands into one fluid motion of embroidery creativity. I am going to leave the 1008 set up for just this sort of thing and practice it as much as I can, I ordered a couple of books by these gals, and when they do get here, there should be plenty to learn from them. There is always a new direction that this whole sewing business takes me. It is an endless pool of new and exciting experience, and I am happily exploring as much of It as I can. So Sandy and Polly, you only have yourself to blame for launching me on this dizzying spiral upward into the higher reaches of quilting. And, all I can say to you is , Thanks. John -- Best Regards pat on the hill |
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"John" wrote in message ... Alright, Polly and Sandy. You can stop using your intellectual cattle prods on me. I have finally crossed over into the realm of the serious quilter. I just got back from my Bernina Dealer with a lovely little box 8" x 6" x2" in size. You already know it is too small to house a new sewing machine, so what could it be? Well silly you, It is a Bernina BSR stitch regulator foot. Yes, I know I said I didn't think that I would ever buy one, but I am a weak and lustful man, when it comes to toys. I have tried to do background quilting, freehand, but the results were, at best, not up to my standards: whatever they are. This little box of joy should elevate my efforts into the realm of the sublime; or at least acceptable. I can't wait to fire this bad boy up and see if I can quilt like the big boys, or girls, do. No more stitch in the ditch for me. From now on, it is Katy bar the door and full speed ahead. Well maybe not no more stitch in the ditch, but only when it is appropriate to the design. The other thing I have come across, in my fevered wanderings over the internet, is free motion machine embroidery. Specifically sites by Allison Holt, and Doreen Currran. These 2 gals, separately, turn the sewing machine into a paint brush. They both use a mechanical sewing machine with just the needle to turn out the most amazing floral and landscape embroidery. By manipulation of the width setting by constant adjustment during the embroidery process, they are able to paint a picture with thread. I realize that they have only been at it for about 25 years, but the results are stunning. So I said, heck I have a Bernina mechanical with a rotary dial, so why not give it a try. I did and you know what, the first effort was not half bad. I think with practice and lots of it, you can learn to coordinate the 2 hands into one fluid motion of embroidery creativity. I am going to leave the 1008 set up for just this sort of thing and practice it as much as I can, I ordered a couple of books by these gals, and when they do get here, there should be plenty to learn from them. There is always a new direction that this whole sewing business takes me. It is an endless pool of new and exciting experience, and I am happily exploring as much of It as I can. So Sandy and Polly, you only have yourself to blame for launching me on this dizzying spiral upward into the higher reaches of quilting. And, all I can say to you is , Thanks. I can see you turning out beautifully embroidered quilts. :^) |
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On Feb 19, 5:10*pm, Patti wrote:
You know, John, I thoroughly enjoy hearing of all your new adventures. It is living vicariously I know; but I really do find it fun. I think Leslie has tried this sort of free motion embroidery. *She is rushed at the moment, but when she has a minute, I bet she will compare notes. Enjoy hugely - and please do report, so we can all join in. . In message , John writes I really am like a kid with new toys, here. I have sewn for a long time but just clothing; and quilted for a short time, but just basic stuff. I was honestly getting bored with clothing, and quilting opened up a whole new element of sewing for me. These new elements of sewing are so far reaching, that there doesn't seem to be a limit to where your choices take you. Only the limits you allow. I know that a person might never achieve the heights that they aspire to, but with practice they can elevate their skills to a level that is far better than they started with, and that is not a bad thing. I think learning something new, keeps you fresh and engaged and on your game. Nothing is as bad as being bored with what you do. That is like brain death, and to be avoided at all costs. So, there you have it. My recipe for success. No charge, and no need to thank me. Just do it. John |
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'Guilty as charged, Your Honor'.
I saw the Ohio Star for your SIL and was proud that you had moved from always solids to what? an honest-to-goodness small floral in the medium greens? Ah. Yes. I saw that you had reluctantly turned loose of plain old (but perfect) squares and waded into points. Gee. Two big steps in one quilt. Now we're getting somewhere. Of course, I did wonder why you hadn't quilted it, realized that you had, but only STID. Now you have a BSR and are going to dive into having some fun. Hot dog. I am so tickled and pleased and proud. In the words of my belated friend Jerry Clower, "Knock 'em out, John". Patti's right. When Leslie got an SM that enjoyed doing FM, she went from "I can't" to an absolute maniac about it. Another book you will really enjoy is Karen McTavish's Mastering the Art of McTavishing. You know you're a little bit scary but we're sure your family is already aware of that and don't think you're downright dangerous. We're eagerly awaiting progress reports and will be glad to help if you need any Big Girl guidance. Polly "John" wrote, in part Alright, Polly and Sandy. You can stop using your intellectual cattle prods on me. I have finally crossed over into the realm of the serious quilter. I just got back from my Bernina Dealer with a lovely little box 8" x 6" x2" in size. You already know it is too small to house a new sewing machine, so what could it be? Well silly you, It is a Bernina BSR stitch regulator foot. |
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You have just sampled the tip of the iceberg with your
machine's capabilities! http://tinyurl.com/3ckz33 Not just pretty, there is good info in there too. I make the notes on needles and threads compulsory reading for all my beginner classes. And if you want to see just some of what a sewing machine can do in the hands of an artist - http://tinyurl.com/2kg4gy and http://tinyurl.com/33umyx Thread painting http://tinyurl.com/3bnqdf and http://www.insects.org/ced4/gum.html I may be prejudiced, but having seen these up close . . . . .. . wow! . . . . . gotta be some of "the best", and they are all done on a domestic sewing machine There are so many inspired artists out there. I admire what many of them do without ever aspiring to try it myself. But seeing all these things will sometimes send me off on a small "original" tangent. I have been following your quilting adventures with great interest. But I am still waiting for you to "discover" hand applique. Then you are into SERIOUS fabric addiction territory - lol - as you search for just the right tiny print to give a highlight to a petal or wing. http://tinyurl.com/25kqjj Whether you take that road or not, enjoy the journey! BTW - couldn't agree more about learning. One lady who came to me for lessons a few years ago was hesitant because of her age and hoped I didn't mind that she was older. I told her I didn't see the relevance. She turns 80 in a couple of weeks and is one of our most prolific quilters now. When she comes to Tuesday sit'n'sew she is now curious about every project and new technique. Learning doesn't just keep you young, it keeps you alive! -- Cheryl & the Cats in OZ o o o o o o ( Y ) ( Y ) and ( Y ) Boofhead Donut Rasputin http://community.webshots.com/user/witchofthewest catsatararatATyahooDOTcomDOTau "John" wrote in message ... : Alright, Polly and Sandy. You can stop using your intellectual cattle : prods on me. I have finally crossed over into the realm of the serious : quilter. I just got back from my Bernina Dealer with a lovely little : box 8" x 6" x2" in size. You already know it is too small to house a : new sewing machine, so what could it be? Well silly you, It is a : Bernina BSR stitch regulator foot. Yes, I know I said I didn't think : that I would ever buy one, but I am a weak and lustful man, when it : comes to toys. I have tried to do background quilting, freehand, but : the results were, at best, not up to my standards: whatever they are. : This little box of joy should elevate my efforts into the realm of the : sublime; or at least acceptable. I can't wait to fire this bad boy up : and see if I can quilt like the big boys, or girls, do. No more stitch : in the ditch for me. From now on, it is Katy bar the door and full : speed ahead. Well maybe not no more stitch in the ditch, but only when : it is appropriate to the design. : The other thing I have come across, in my fevered wanderings over the : internet, is free motion machine embroidery. Specifically sites by : Allison Holt, and Doreen Currran. These 2 gals, separately, turn the : sewing machine into a paint brush. They both use a mechanical sewing : machine with just the needle to turn out the most amazing floral and : landscape embroidery. By manipulation of the width setting by constant : adjustment during the embroidery process, they are able to paint a : picture with thread. I realize that they have only been at it for : about 25 years, but the results are stunning. So I said, heck I have a : Bernina mechanical with a rotary dial, so why not give it a try. I did : and you know what, the first effort was not half bad. I think with : practice and lots of it, you can learn to coordinate the 2 hands into : one fluid motion of embroidery creativity. I am going to leave the : 1008 set up for just this sort of thing and practice it as much as I : can, I ordered a couple of books by these gals, and when they do get : here, there should be plenty to learn from them. There is always a new : direction that this whole sewing business takes me. It is an endless : pool of new and exciting experience, and I am happily exploring as : much of It as I can. So Sandy and Polly, you only have yourself to : blame for launching me on this dizzying spiral upward into the higher : reaches of quilting. And, all I can say to you is , Thanks. : : John |
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Here's a little thread painting that I did- I LOVED the process! I used a
fabric with a fish on it, thread painted on it then cut it out and appliqued it to the background. Then I made some 3D seaweed. Photos and directions are he http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/...60435514MVMXfn You'll have a blast with thread painting and congrats on getting a BSR- I'm envious! Leslie & The Furbabies from HE77 in MO. "John" wrote in message ... Alright, Polly and Sandy. You can stop using your intellectual cattle prods on me. I have finally crossed over into the realm of the serious quilter. I just got back from my Bernina Dealer with a lovely little box 8" x 6" x2" in size. You already know it is too small to house a new sewing machine, so what could it be? Well silly you, It is a Bernina BSR stitch regulator foot. Yes, I know I said I didn't think that I would ever buy one, but I am a weak and lustful man, when it comes to toys. I have tried to do background quilting, freehand, but the results were, at best, not up to my standards: whatever they are. This little box of joy should elevate my efforts into the realm of the sublime; or at least acceptable. I can't wait to fire this bad boy up and see if I can quilt like the big boys, or girls, do. No more stitch in the ditch for me. From now on, it is Katy bar the door and full speed ahead. Well maybe not no more stitch in the ditch, but only when it is appropriate to the design. The other thing I have come across, in my fevered wanderings over the internet, is free motion machine embroidery. Specifically sites by Allison Holt, and Doreen Currran. These 2 gals, separately, turn the sewing machine into a paint brush. They both use a mechanical sewing machine with just the needle to turn out the most amazing floral and landscape embroidery. By manipulation of the width setting by constant adjustment during the embroidery process, they are able to paint a picture with thread. I realize that they have only been at it for about 25 years, but the results are stunning. So I said, heck I have a Bernina mechanical with a rotary dial, so why not give it a try. I did and you know what, the first effort was not half bad. I think with practice and lots of it, you can learn to coordinate the 2 hands into one fluid motion of embroidery creativity. I am going to leave the 1008 set up for just this sort of thing and practice it as much as I can, I ordered a couple of books by these gals, and when they do get here, there should be plenty to learn from them. There is always a new direction that this whole sewing business takes me. It is an endless pool of new and exciting experience, and I am happily exploring as much of It as I can. So Sandy and Polly, you only have yourself to blame for launching me on this dizzying spiral upward into the higher reaches of quilting. And, all I can say to you is , Thanks. John |
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In article
, John wrote: Alright, Polly and Sandy. You can stop using your intellectual cattle prods on me. I have finally crossed over into the realm of the serious quilter. I just got back from my Bernina Dealer with a lovely little box 8" x 6" x2" in size. You already know it is too small to house a new sewing machine, so what could it be? Well silly you, It is a Bernina BSR stitch regulator foot. Woohoo! I hope you love it as much as I love mine! Do make sure you get the updates for it -- though yours may have come with them already in it. Yes, I know I said I didn't think that I would ever buy one, but I am a weak and lustful man, when it comes to toys. I have tried to do background quilting, freehand, but the results were, at best, not up to my standards: whatever they are. This little box of joy should elevate my efforts into the realm of the sublime; or at least acceptable. I can't wait to fire this bad boy up and see if I can quilt like the big boys, or girls, do. No more stitch in the ditch for me. From now on, it is Katy bar the door and full speed ahead. Well maybe not no more stitch in the ditch, but only when it is appropriate to the design. It's almost always a good idea to stitch in the ditch wherever you can for stabilizing purposes -- but then it's time for the *fun* part -- the free-motion quilting! The other thing I have come across, in my fevered wanderings over the internet, is free motion machine embroidery. Specifically sites by Allison Holt, and Doreen Currran. I'll have to google them. Years and years ago I did quite a bit of FM machine embroidery. There were no embroidery machines back then -- at least, not for home users. It was lots of fun, but I haven't done it since my two DDs decided they wanted clothes like their friends' -- as in, from the store. G These 2 gals, separately, turn the sewing machine into a paint brush. They both use a mechanical sewing machine with just the needle to turn out the most amazing floral and landscape embroidery. By manipulation of the width setting by constant adjustment during the embroidery process, they are able to paint a picture with thread. I realize that they have only been at it for about 25 years, but the results are stunning. So I said, heck I have a Bernina mechanical with a rotary dial, so why not give it a try. I did and you know what, the first effort was not half bad. I think with practice and lots of it, you can learn to coordinate the 2 hands into one fluid motion of embroidery creativity. I am going to leave the 1008 set up for just this sort of thing and practice it as much as I can, I ordered a couple of books by these gals, and when they do get here, there should be plenty to learn from them. There is always a new direction that this whole sewing business takes me. It is an endless pool of new and exciting experience, and I am happily exploring as much of It as I can. You're beginning to understand what keeps us all going, John. So Sandy and Polly, you only have yourself to blame for launching me on this dizzying spiral upward into the higher reaches of quilting. And, all I can say to you is , Thanks. John I don't know that I had that much to do with this, but you're welcome, all the same. G Have a wonderful time, and don't forget to keep us updated with photos of your results. -- Sandy in Henderson, near Las Vegas sw.foster1 (at) gmail (dot) com (remove/change the obvious) http://www.sandymike.net |
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And going a step further, Cheryl, during the Daytona 500 Sunday afternoon, I
was appliquéing a dachshund napping belly-up on a pillow top. There was a place where you could see the soft pink inner ear. Appliqué would have been just really hard to do considering the size and shape. I simply loaded variegated pink thread on the SM and painted the area. Yes, you are so right when you say " Learning doesn't just keep you young, it keeps you alive!". We have many friends who have retired and simply sit on the sofa and watch game shows on tv until it is time for their nap. Their favorite topic is discussing their aches and pains. Mercy. Polly "CATS" wrote in message ... You have just sampled the tip of the iceberg with your machine's capabilities! http://tinyurl.com/3ckz33 Not just pretty, there is good info in there too. I make the notes on needles and threads compulsory reading for all my beginner classes. And if you want to see just some of what a sewing machine can do in the hands of an artist - http://tinyurl.com/2kg4gy and http://tinyurl.com/33umyx Thread painting http://tinyurl.com/3bnqdf and http://www.insects.org/ced4/gum.html I may be prejudiced, but having seen these up close . . . . . . wow! . . . . . gotta be some of "the best", and they are all done on a domestic sewing machine There are so many inspired artists out there. I admire what many of them do without ever aspiring to try it myself. But seeing all these things will sometimes send me off on a small "original" tangent. I have been following your quilting adventures with great interest. But I am still waiting for you to "discover" hand applique. Then you are into SERIOUS fabric addiction territory - lol - as you search for just the right tiny print to give a highlight to a petal or wing. http://tinyurl.com/25kqjj Whether you take that road or not, enjoy the journey! BTW - couldn't agree more about learning. One lady who came to me for lessons a few years ago was hesitant because of her age and hoped I didn't mind that she was older. I told her I didn't see the relevance. She turns 80 in a couple of weeks and is one of our most prolific quilters now. When she comes to Tuesday sit'n'sew she is now curious about every project and new technique. -- Cheryl & the Cats in OZ o o o o o o ( Y ) ( Y ) and ( Y ) Boofhead Donut Rasputin http://community.webshots.com/user/witchofthewest catsatararatATyahooDOTcomDOTau "John" wrote in message ... : Alright, Polly and Sandy. You can stop using your intellectual cattle : prods on me. I have finally crossed over into the realm of the serious : quilter. I just got back from my Bernina Dealer with a lovely little : box 8" x 6" x2" in size. You already know it is too small to house a : new sewing machine, so what could it be? Well silly you, It is a : Bernina BSR stitch regulator foot. Yes, I know I said I didn't think : that I would ever buy one, but I am a weak and lustful man, when it : comes to toys. I have tried to do background quilting, freehand, but : the results were, at best, not up to my standards: whatever they are. : This little box of joy should elevate my efforts into the realm of the : sublime; or at least acceptable. I can't wait to fire this bad boy up : and see if I can quilt like the big boys, or girls, do. No more stitch : in the ditch for me. From now on, it is Katy bar the door and full : speed ahead. Well maybe not no more stitch in the ditch, but only when : it is appropriate to the design. : The other thing I have come across, in my fevered wanderings over the : internet, is free motion machine embroidery. Specifically sites by : Allison Holt, and Doreen Currran. These 2 gals, separately, turn the : sewing machine into a paint brush. They both use a mechanical sewing : machine with just the needle to turn out the most amazing floral and : landscape embroidery. By manipulation of the width setting by constant : adjustment during the embroidery process, they are able to paint a : picture with thread. I realize that they have only been at it for : about 25 years, but the results are stunning. So I said, heck I have a : Bernina mechanical with a rotary dial, so why not give it a try. I did : and you know what, the first effort was not half bad. I think with : practice and lots of it, you can learn to coordinate the 2 hands into : one fluid motion of embroidery creativity. I am going to leave the : 1008 set up for just this sort of thing and practice it as much as I : can, I ordered a couple of books by these gals, and when they do get : here, there should be plenty to learn from them. There is always a new : direction that this whole sewing business takes me. It is an endless : pool of new and exciting experience, and I am happily exploring as : much of It as I can. So Sandy and Polly, you only have yourself to : blame for launching me on this dizzying spiral upward into the higher : reaches of quilting. And, all I can say to you is , Thanks. : : John |
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http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/...56043956YAILGm is
a link to one of my thread painting samples - it is one half of a cushion that I did for my Mum years ago - I recoloured the roses on a large piece of chintz and then quilted the whole thing. It is a relaxing hobby and also a great way to use up all those small bits of thread. I have another section of the same chintz set up in a hoop - I imagine that it will be completely different from the first piece when it is finished. I also did thread painting on the Noah's arc wallhanging - all of the animals and Noah were thread painted before the panel was quilted. The easiest way to start is to select a fabric, stabilize it and go to town with machine needle and threads - the more you do, the more you will want to do. jennellh On Feb 19, 4:36*pm, John wrote: Alright, Polly and Sandy. You can stop using your intellectual cattle prods on me. I have finally crossed over into the realm of the serious quilter. I just got back from my Bernina Dealer with a lovely little box 8" x 6" x2" in size. You already know it is too small to house a new sewing machine, so what could it be? Well silly you, It is a Bernina BSR stitch regulator foot. Yes, I know I said I didn't think that I would ever buy one, but I am a weak and lustful man, when it comes to toys. *I have tried to do background quilting, freehand, but the results were, at best, not up to my standards: whatever they are. This little box of joy should elevate my efforts into the realm of the sublime; or at least acceptable. I can't wait to fire this bad boy up and see if I can quilt like the big boys, or girls, do. No more stitch in the ditch for me. From now on, it is Katy bar the door and full speed ahead. Well maybe not no more stitch in the ditch, but only when it is appropriate to the design. The other thing I have come across, in my fevered wanderings over the internet, is free motion machine embroidery. Specifically sites by Allison Holt, and Doreen Currran. These 2 gals, separately, turn the sewing machine into a paint brush. They both use a mechanical sewing machine with just the needle to turn out the most amazing floral and landscape embroidery. By manipulation of the width setting by constant adjustment during the embroidery process, they are able to paint a picture with thread. I realize that they have only been at it for about 25 years, but the results are stunning. So I said, heck I have a Bernina mechanical with a rotary dial, so why not give it a try. I did and you know what, the first effort was not half bad. I think with practice and lots of it, you can learn to coordinate the 2 hands into one fluid motion of embroidery creativity. I am going to leave the 1008 set up for just this sort of thing and practice it as much as I can, I ordered a couple of books by these gals, and when they do get here, there should be plenty to learn from them. There is always a new direction that this whole sewing business takes me. It is an endless pool of new and exciting experience, and I am happily exploring as much of It as I can. So Sandy and Polly, you only have yourself to blame for launching me on this dizzying spiral upward into the higher reaches of quilting. And, all I can say to you is , Thanks. John |
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