3 P & N

Saturday, December 24, 2011

Greetings from the Christmas City!

Old postcard of Bethlehem, PA.

Posted by Michele McLaughlin at 10:52 AM

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Michele McLaughlin: Pennsylvania, United States; A passionate quilt collector, I love sharing my enthusiasm about the history of quilting and the women who shaped our sewing. For information about programs available, visit my website at www.michelejmclaughlin.com or email me at mickiemclaug58@yahoo.com.

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