For starters, I think I am going to change the name of this quilt. For one, the Valentine Quilt has red and pink but really nothing else that is "valentine-ish" except for The Love Note. So, even though it started out as the 9 square block Valentine Quilt. I think The Love Note Quilt conjures up more sentiment, don't you think? Here it is in stages: Part One , Part Two. Here is how the actual embroidery went. CHAIN STITCH: Must be continuous since they link, or it's quite the challenge to get back in the loop. DOTS: Not just to "trace" letters but to determine even stitch separation. Actually, I did start "doodling" with the thread (backstitched) much as I would have with a paper and pen, despite trying to draw out a plan, sometimes you just gotta experiment your way through. Added pearl detail for contrast, almost melted it while pressing. TIP: Iron on the backside!! ...