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List created by Carole (craftnut) on Jan 13, 2012
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Thimbleberries Collection of Classic Quilts by Lynette Jensen
For the first time ever, internationally known designer and teacher Lynette Jensen offers her classic quilts and related home decorating projects in one big collection! In this fully illustrated, 224-page book, Lynette presents a mix of small, medium and large fabric masterpieces for the home....  more

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Thimbleberries Quilting a Patchwork Garden by Lynette Jensen
Treat yourself to a patchwork garden of 16 quilting delights with a whole new collection of quilts, wallhangings, runners, pillows and place mats designed by Lynette Jensen for Thimbleberries. In this 128-page book, choose from a patchwork garden of well-loved blocks showcasing three seasons of...  more

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The Thimbleberries Book of Quilts: Quilts of All Sizes Plus Decorative Accessories fo...
One look at Lynette Jensen's quilts tells you who so many people are crazy about her designs! There's something irresistible about the way she takes traditional quilt designs and adds a wonderful twist. Lynette's booth at quilt shows is always swarming with people who want her patterns. Now you...  more

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All Buttoned Up: 12 Quilts from the Button Box (That Patchwork Place) by Loraine Manw...
This work features 12 quilts from the button box. Quilters collect fabrics, books, patterns - and buttons, of course! But how can quilters use their button stashes to jazz up their quilts? This team of sisters, inspired by their grandmother's button collection, offers ideas for adding flair,...  more

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Basket Bonanza: 14 Quilts From Best-Loved Blocks (That Patchwork Place) by Nancy Maho...
Create a bounty of beautiful quilted baskets! A dozen old-fashioned basket blocks get a makeover from topselling author Nancy Mahoney, known best for her quick-and-easy approach to quiltmaking. · Choose from 14 projects, including a few make-in-a-weekend designs · Learn to sew...  more

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The Joy of Quilting by Joan Hanson & Mary Hickey
In this indispensable handbook, renowned authors Joan Hanson and Mary Hickey share their expert quilting knowledge with wit, creativity, and a passion for the craft. Quilters will master a full range of techniques with a variety of colorful quilt plans in multiple sizes from crib to king. A...  more

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Quilting Makes the Quilt by Lee Cleland
Wouldn't it be wonderful to be able to 'try on' quilting designs? Well, now you can! Lee Cleland, one of Australia's most popular quilting instructors, shows you how in this authoritative guide to selecting the perfect quilting pattern for your quilt.... Lee's unique...  more

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Clever Quarters, Too: More Quilts from Fat Quarters by Susan Teegarden Dissmore
Sew a work of art using fat quarters as the palette! This bestselling author's follow up to Clever Quarters features all-new scrappy quilts that focus on fat quarters—those irresistible cuts of fabric that are celebrated as the ultimate quilter's candy. • Fourteen projects include a...  more

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Scrap Quilt Sensation by Katharine Guerrier
*Using up fabric scraps is a priority for quilters and patchworkers *Shares contemporary quilts based on traditional designs, a trend in the quilt-making world Featuring master quilter Katharine Guerrier's unique contemporary twist on traditional designs, Scrap Quilt Sensation! includes...  more

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Quilter's Complete Guide by Marianne Fons & Liz Porter
The expertise of Marianne Fons and Liz Porter has expanded into a national television show, as well as the magazine For the Love of Quilting. Their book is literally the complete guide to the art of quilting with its easy-to-understand instructions and photography to guide quilters through...  more

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The Thimbleberries Guide For Weekend Quilters : 25 Great-Looking Quilts for the Busy ...
25 All-New Thimbleberries QuiltsBeautiful quilts for even the busiest quiltmakersLynette Jensen works her design magic to bring you quilts of all sizes that are amazingly quick and easy to put together-- and look terrific when they're done. To help you make the most of your quilting time,...  more

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At Home with Thimbleberries Quilts : A Collection of 25 Country Quilts and Decorative...
What's all the buzz about Thimbleberries quilts? One look through the pages of this book and you'll discover why everybody loves Lynette Jensen's projects.Wide variety of projects--pick from 25 wall to bed-size quilts and decorative accessories for the home (bet you can't make just one!)Warm and...  more

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The Thimbleberries Guide for Weekend Quilters: 25 Great-Looking Quilts for the Busy Q...
25 All-New Thimbleberries QuiltsBeautiful quilts for even the busiest quiltmakersLynette Jensen works her design magic to bring you quilts of all sizes that are amazingly quick and easy to put together-- and look terrific when they're done. To help you make the most of your quilting time,...  more

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At Home With Thimbleberries Quilts: A Collection of 25 Country Quilts and Decorative ...
What's all the buzz about Thimbleberries quilts? One look through the pages of this book and you'll discover why everybody loves Lynette Jensen's projects.Wide variety of projects--pick from 25 wall to bed-size quilts and decorative accessories for the home (bet you can't make just one!)Warm and...  more

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Bundles of Fun by Karen Snyder
-Appeals to both fans of fat-quarter cuts of fabric and young quilters just getting into the hobby -Fat-quarter bundles are widely available and inexpensive -Promotes the use of small quilts -- which requires less time to create This book is ideal for quilters who love to use fat-quarter...  more

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Simple Strategies for Scrap Quilts by Lynn Roddy Brown
Discover new ways to cut, swap, mix, and match oodles of fabrics in stunning scrap quilts! Watch your quilts change dramatically from one to the next, depending on the scraps and settings you choose. * Start with just one scrap size--a fat-quarter friendly 5 1/2" x 20" strip--to make 16...  more

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Fat Quarter Quilts by Mliss Rae Hawley & M'Liss Rae Hawley
If you’re a collector of fat quarters, you know they’re colorful, inspiring, and often too darn tempting to pass up. But what can you do with those fun little fabrics once they’re yours? We’ve got your answer! Choose from eight wonderful quilt plans that show you how to...  more

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The Quilter's Handbook by Unknown Author
Find all you need to know about the art and craft of quiltmaking, using this comprehensive reference volume as your guide. Learn a range of traditional quiltmaking techniques in the "how-to" sections of each chapter, then delight in making your own quilt treasures from the glorious full-color...  more

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Quick and Easy Scrap Quilts by Patricia Wilens
Don't throw away those scraps! Use them to make beautiful quilts quickly and easily with this wonderful how-to book for scrap quilts of every kind. The editors provide plenty of full-color photos, diagrams and full-size patterns, plus explicit, easy-to-follow instructions to make creating...  more

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More Quick Country Quilting : 60 New Fast and Fun Projects (Rodale Quilt Book) by Deb...
Debbie Mumm is back with more of what you want-- charming country quilts and accessories that are all fast, easy and fun! Treat yourself to a whole new collection of projects for wall quilts and crib quilts, plus irresistible quilt crafts like easy appliqué sweatshirts, rag dolls and...  more

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Debbie Mumm's Quick Country Quilts for Every Room: Wall Quilts, Bed Quilts, and Coord...
Debbie Mumm does it again, this time with a fun and unique book that features quilting projects for every room in the house. The projects revolve around individual rooms, and when taken together, achieve a complete decorator look throughout the house. Each room is decorated in a theme such as...  more

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Quick & Easy Quiltmaking: 26 Projects Featuring Speedy Cutting and Piecing Methods by...
This collection of projects for bed and wall quilts incorporates the speedy cutting and piecing techniques developed by some of the most innovative and respected quilting teachers in America. Both beginner and experienced quilters will find projects and techniques that appeal to their range of...  more

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Quick Quilts by Susan Ramey Wright
Titles of the 7 chapters: Sewing Machine Magic Stenciled Treasures Appliqued Pleasures Whole Cloth Handiwork Strips & Strings Quickpatch Fun Small Wonders

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Quick Quilts from the Heart (For the Love of Quilting) by Liz Porter & Marianne F...
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The Art of Classic Quiltmaking by Harriet Hargrave & Sharyn Squier Craig
Sure to become a classic, this project book/reference source answers the novice quilter's every question, while anticipating and solving problems for experienced sewers as well. Readers follow quiltmaking from start to finish, sharpening their skills with every page as they learn to calculate...  more

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A Gathered Garden by Carol Armstrong & Harriet Hargrave
Popular pattern designer Carol Armstrong provides step-by-step instructions for making three-dimensional flowers, berries, and leaves to embellish quilts and other small craft projects. Sixteen irresistible quilt and craft projects include traditional yo-yo flowers and other unique designs. The...  more

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Heirloom Machine Quilting by Harriet Hargrave
A Comprehensive Guide to Hand-Quilted Effects Using Your Sewing Machine

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Creative Quilt Collection, Vol. 2: From That Patchwork Place by Patchwork Place
This book helps get a taste of the best quilts from today's brightest designers! This inspiring collection of quilt patterns from That Patchwork Place[registered] - 18 specially selected designs from a bounty of our latest books - offers something for every quilter to enjoy. It helps: find...  more

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Quick-Method Quilts Galore by Leisure Arts (Editors)
From Grandma's favorite patterns to our original designs, you'll find the perfect quilt for your busy life in this book. Choose from 16 block designs with 31 projects for the novice to the experienced quilter, plus coordinating pillows and wearables!

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Quick-Method Quilts by Leisure Arts Staff
Has hints for most methods of sewing, piecing, quilting and great crafts to go with each project.

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Heirloom Quilts (Quick-Method) by Unknown Author
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Quilts From Lavender Hill Farm: 12 Projects Inspired by Life in the Country by Darlen...
This 12-project book delivers beautiful quilts perfect for each month of the year, while drawing you into the beauty and bounty of life at fictional Lavender Hill Farm. The 200 beautiful color photos in this book provide instructions for each quilt, while offering breathtaking and inspiring...  more

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Fat Quarter Friendly (For the Love of Quilting) by Marianne Fons & Liz Porter
This book features a collection of our most popular Fat Quarter Friendly and Fat Eighth Friendly quilts from the magazine. Now when you have the urge to pull a bundle of fat quarters off your shelf you have 30 patterns at your fingertips to inspire you. Leisure Arts

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Paper Piecing the Seasons: Foundation Piecing from Easy to Expert by Liz Schwartz &am...
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Needles Notions: Paper-Pieced Patterns With a Sewing-Room Theme by Jaynette Huff
Create paper-pieced quilts for yourself or a favorite stitching pal and showcase a subject you both love--sewing! Delightful pictorial sewing-room blocks in both 4" and 6" sizes are provided, along with a larger block depicting a traditional Sunbonnet Sue busy at work on her latest quilt. Turn...  more

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Quilt Block Leftovers: Clever Uses for Spare Squares by Sarah Phillips & Mickey B...
All quilters have leftover blocks that didn't make it into their last project--and over time, the collection grows and grows. Put them to creative use with these fabulous quickie ideas, which include useful household tools, home decorating items, accessories, and gifts. There's something for...  more

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101 Fabulous Rotary-Cut Quilts by Judy Hopkins & Nancy Martin & Nancy J. Mart...
Two bestselling authors share their best-loved quilts in this quintessential book for rotary-cutting fans! Nancy J. Martin and Judy Hopkins offer their expert, timesaving techniques in this grand collection of 101 quilt patterns from their most popular books--now available in one volume. ...  more

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Cozy Cabin Quilts from Thimbleberries: 20 Projects for Any Home by Lynette Jensen
Capture the freshness of newly fallen snow or the glory of sunset at the beach—in a quilt! Lynette Jensen's wonderful new collection of Thimbleberries® projects celebrates glorious getaways and retreats. Here are 30 cozy Thimbleberries® projects, including quilts, pillows,...  more

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Colorful, Casual, and Comfy Quilts : Over 20 Quilts and Projects to Warm Your Home by...
Isn't it a wonderful feeling when you leave the cares of the world behind and head to the sewing machine to start a new quilt project? This collection of 22 beautiful, easy-to-make projects features all of the things a quilter loves-- memorable fabrics, inspiring designs, and the warmth and joy...  more

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Quilting Masterclass: Inspirations and Techniques from the Experts by Katharine Guerr...
The inspirations and techniques behind more than 50 quilt masterpieces are revealed in this extraordinary look at works from today's finest quiltmaking artists. This gorgeous, color-splashed volume is packed with stunning quilt photos, plus exclusive details about each quilt's conception,...  more

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Patchwork Quilts Made Easy: Make a Quilt You Can Be Proud of in Just Three Days! by J...
All of the projects in this book go together quickly and easily and guarantee a quilt you can be proud of! Even if you are a first-time quilter, Jean's helpful tips on choosing fabrics and putting the quilt together will make you feel like a pro in no time. Over 45 projects in the book include...  more

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Quilting to Go by Jeanne Stauffer & Sandra L. Hatch
If you can't find time to quilt, you will love the 40 plus projects in this 224-page book. All are designed to quilt on the go, making use of those spare moments when you are waiting or taking a break. You'll be amazed at how much you can accomplish one block at a time.

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Endless Possibilities: Using No-Fail (tm) Methods by Nancy Johnson-Srebro
Every quilt can be a masterpiece, thanks to this manual's handsome patterns and thorough directions for a broad range of creative results. There are twenty rotary-cut patterns in two popular sizes for a total of forty blocks. More than two hundred step-by-step illustrations are accompanied by...  more

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Simply Stars: Quilts That Sparkle by Alex Anderson
Alex Anderson, the host of Home & Garden Television's premier quilt show, "Simply Quilts", takes you on a journey into the exciting world of star making. Discover how traditional stars translate beautifully into contemporary pieces. Explore how fabric, size and scale of print, color, and basic...  more

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The Simple Joys of Quilting: 30 Timeless Quilt Projects (That Patchwork Place) by Joa...
A stack of fabrics, a spool of thread, and a rotary cutter that's ready to roll--these are the ingredients that make quilting a lifelong love for millions. Now the popular authors of The Joy of Quilting return with a back-to-basics approach that spotlights the easiest, fastest, and most...  more

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Surprising Designs from Traditional Quilt Blocks by Carole M. Fure
Use a Single Block to Create Countless Quilts! Unlock the design potential of traditional quilt blocks using simple principles of color and value placement.  Discover techniques for creating a multitude of quilts from a single block by simply arranging and rearranging fabrics. -- 110...  more

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Sewing on the Line: Fast & Easy Foundation Piecing by Lesly-Claire Greenberg
Love to piece but hate templates? Here's the book for you! Learn how easy it is to piece blocks using fabric or paper foundations. Just trace and number block patterns onto your choice of foundation, then sew along the lines for perfect piecing every time.

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Country-Fresh Quilts: Traditional Blocks With Floral Accents (That Patchwork Place) b...
Pair easy patchwork with a dash of floral appliqué , and voilá   you have a gorgeous table runner, wall hanging, pillow, or lap quilt. Get both small and large versions of five designs wall hanging plus table runner, wall hanging plus pillow, or lap quilt plus pillow 11 projects in all Find...  more

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From the Heart: Quilts to Cherish by Dawn Anderson (Compiler)
Thank a loved one, encourage a friend, or cheer up someone close to you--convey your heartfelt thoughts with the quilts in From the Heart. Several popular authors from That Patchwork Place have designed these beautiful projects with a heart theme. · A dozen quilt patterns come from...  more

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The Quilter's Home: Spring by Lois Krushina Fletcher
Freshen up your home with springtime style! Create a bouquet of simple decorative accents—a single quilt blooming with spring motifs provides all the block patterns you need. · Choose from ten projects, including a quilt, table runner, wall hanging, and place mats · Use...  more

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More Fat Quarter Quilts (That Patchwork Place) by M'Liss Rae Hawley
Get ready for all-new fun with your fat quarters! For quilters, there's something irresistible about small cuts of fabric that are folded and tied into enticing bundles of perfect color combinations--we just can't get enough of fabulous fat quarters! Now M'Liss Rae Hawley returns with more...  more

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Pairing Up: 2 Block Quilts by Nancy Mahoney
These spectacular quilts each feature two different blocks; place them side by side and watch entirely new and striking patterns emerge. It’s twice the inspiration for quilters! • Choose from a dozen quilts; create fascinating designs with just two blocks • Get a one-of-a-kind...  more

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Patchwork Picnic by Suzette Halferty & Nancy J. Martin
Patchwork Picnic Quilts and Recipes for Year-Round Entertaining By Suzette Halferty and Nancy J. Martin Duets of Delightful Quilts and Delicious Recipes Pack up the picnic basket and start planning your next "Patchwork Picnic"! If you love quilting, cooking, or decorating, you'll delight in...  more

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Backyard Bird Quilts by Jodie Davis
-Wide appeal: trendy paper-piecing technique and interesting birding facts speak to quilters, sewers and nature lovers -Nothing like it in the market today -Strong author recognition -- face of the new Quilters News Network Web site and host of the popular "Friends in the Bee" television...  more

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Making a Sampler Quilt by Lynne Edwards
In Making a Sampler Quilt, Lynne Edwards, an internationally renowned quilting expert, shows step by step how to use a variety of hand and simple machine techniques to create 20 beautiful patchwork blocks. Here you'll find such classic blocks as Spider's Web, Drunkard's Path, Trip...  more

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40 Bright Bold Paperpieced Blocks: 12 Inch Designs from Carol Doak by Carol Doak
The bestselling author of eight books on paper piecing is back with a color-splashed collection of big, beautiful, bold blocks! Carol Doak reveals her best color tricks for creating dramatic designs that will inspire you to be daring with fabric and color. Another extraordinary quilting...  more

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Creative Triangles for Quilters (Contemporary Quilting Series) by Janet B. Elwin
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Seasonal Quilts Using Quick Bias by Gretchen K. Hudock
It’s a whole year of decorating ideas for fans of the bestseller Quick Quilts Using Quick Bias! Use Quick Bias--a simple press-and-stitch bias tape--to complete these easy designs. • Twenty projects include a table runner, wall quilt, and tree skirt, plus pillows, door decorations,...  more

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Fun and Fancy Machine Quiltmaking by Lois Tornquist Smith
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Quiltmaker's Fancy: 18 Traditional Quilts for All Skill by Quiltmaker Magazine
From the pages of Quiltmaker, America’s top quilting magazine, come eighteen beautiful quilts with that little extra something that makes them fun to sew and special to give. Old favorites such as nine patch, log cabin, flying geese, grandmother’s fan, and more are reinvented with a...  more

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Elm Creek Quilts : Quilt Projects Inspired by the Elm Creek Quilts Novels by Jennifer...
Create gorgeous quilts based on Jennifer Chiaverini's best-selling Elm Creek Quilt series! Here are 12 quilt projects from all four Elm Creek books, ranging from Sylvia's Broken Star and Sarah's Sampler to When He Cooks Dinner and the Underground Railroad Quilt. Each quilt design is suitable for...  more

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Return to Elm Creek: More Quilt Projects Inspired by the Elm Creek Quilts Novels by J...
Join best-selling author Jennifer Chiaverini in creating quilts inspired by her best-selling Elm Creek Quilts novels. Quilters will get reacquainted with their favorite characters from the Elm Creek Quilts series while browsing through a dozen brand-new quilts. The 12 all-new quilt projects...  more

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