Lap Qulits for Cancer

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I am starting two quilts for some dear onine friends, which one has cancer
is in now undergoing treatments. His wife is her rock and has been by his
side since the start.. so she will receive the other lap quilt.

Since they need it quickly I need an idea on a size and what I can whip up
fast.
I was thinking 15- 12" blocks 3 per row, and 5 down, log blocks in a
Fav. color with the outer blocks being white, so I can add the there online
friends notes to them, almost like a sig. quilt .

Someone have also asked if I can attach pockets for remotes and a big pocket
at the bottom of the quilt to tuck there feet into.
I wonder if the pockets would be something that would trip them up when they
try to get up.. and even if the pockets is a good idea- sounds good but will
it be workable with someone who might be week from treatments?

But other then the log blocks, what would be fast to whip up to get two of
them out as fast as I can sew them up also, does the block size being -12"
3 across be wide enough and 5-12" down be long enough?

3 12" blocks wide would only be 36" wide, which I don't think is wide
enough. I would suggest at least 4 blocks by 5. Or 3x4 + a 6" border. I
like my lap quilts to be at least 48" x 60". I think something like
Irish Chain (simple 9 patches alternating with plain blocks) would be
faster than a log cabin and the plain blocks would give you something
for the signatures. If you used 9" blocks, 5 blocks x 7 blocks (35
blocks) would give you 45" by 63". Piece 18 9 patch blocks, alternate
them with 17 plain blocks, add a 3" or so border, and you're done.

Julia in MN

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I am starting two quilts for some dear onine friends, which one has cancer
is in now undergoing treatments. His wife is her rock and has been by his
side since the start.. so she will receive the other lap quilt.

Since they need it quickly I need an idea on a size and what I can whip up
fast.
I was thinking 15- 12" blocks 3 per row, and 5 down, log blocks in a
Fav. color with the outer blocks being white, so I can add the there online
friends notes to them, almost like a sig. quilt .

Someone have also asked if I can attach pockets for remotes and a big pocket
at the bottom of the quilt to tuck there feet into.
I wonder if the pockets would be something that would trip them up when they
try to get up.. and even if the pockets is a good idea- sounds good but will
it be workable with someone who might be week from treatments?

But other then the log blocks, what would be fast to whip up to get two of
them out as fast as I can sew them up also, does the block size being -12"
3 across be wide enough and 5-12" down be long enough?








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I agree with Julia. Each quilt would be
rather small. My suggestion is to make
about the same number of blocks but just
make ONE quilt. I am sure they will like
a snuggle quilt to share. BTW: With log
cabin blocks, there are more setting
options when set even number by even
number. You might try 6 x 6 (36 blocks.)
Look thru Marcia Hohn's pattern, then on
page 4 check out the many photos.
http://www.quilterscache.com/J_L/LogCabinBlock.html
PAT

ABC wrote:
*Thank you for responding to this post.. information is needed very as soon
as you read this post.*

I am starting two quilts for some dear onine friends, which one has cancer
is in now undergoing treatments. His wife is her rock and has been by his
side since the start.. so she will receive the other lap quilt.

Since they need it quickly I need an idea on a size and what I can whip up
fast.
I was thinking 15- 12" blocks 3 per row, and 5 down, log blocks in a
Fav. color with the outer blocks being white, so I can add the there online
friends notes to them, almost like a sig. quilt .

Someone have also asked if I can attach pockets for remotes and a big pocket
at the bottom of the quilt to tuck there feet into.
I wonder if the pockets would be something that would trip them up when they
try to get up.. and even if the pockets is a good idea- sounds good but will
it be workable with someone who might be week from treatments?

But other then the log blocks, what would be fast to whip up to get two of
them out as fast as I can sew them up also, does the block size being -12"
3 across be wide enough and 5-12" down be long enough?

Three words....

Yellow Brick Road

It works up in the lap size (57x75) with 12 FQ's, 2 yds of border/binding
and 3 1/2 yds backing in about an evening. (there is a smaller 'baby' size
at 48x57 if you think the lap size would be too big) That is, if you do what
I did, which was to make up the top, then use polar fleece instead of
backing and birth it instead of binding it... I then MQ's between the
blocks, and it came out beautifully.

YBR is an Atkinson Designs pattern, and the best $12 I've spent in quilting
goodies for a long time. They are great for just this kind of thing, when
time is important.

Your friends are lucky to have friends who care so much.

Blessings,
Renee
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I am starting two quilts for some dear onine friends, which one has cancer
is in now undergoing treatments. His wife is her rock and has been by his
side since the start.. so she will receive the other lap quilt.

Since they need it quickly I need an idea on a size and what I can whip up
fast.
I was thinking 15- 12" blocks 3 per row, and 5 down, log blocks in a
Fav. color with the outer blocks being white, so I can add the there
online friends notes to them, almost like a sig. quilt .

Someone have also asked if I can attach pockets for remotes and a big
pocket at the bottom of the quilt to tuck there feet into.
I wonder if the pockets would be something that would trip them up when
they try to get up.. and even if the pockets is a good idea- sounds good
but will it be workable with someone who might be week from treatments?

But other then the log blocks, what would be fast to whip up to get two of
them out as fast as I can sew them up also, does the block size
being -12" 3 across be wide enough and 5-12" down be long enough?

Oh good idea! 9" block it will be!
Thank You, know this group would come up with something.


"Julia in MN" wrote in message
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3 12" blocks wide would only be 36" wide, which I don't think is wide
enough. I would suggest at least 4 blocks by 5. Or 3x4 + a 6" border. I
like my lap quilts to be at least 48" x 60". I think something like Irish
Chain (simple 9 patches alternating with plain blocks) would be faster than
a log cabin and the plain blocks would give you something for the
signatures. If you used 9" blocks, 5 blocks x 7 blocks (35 blocks) would
give you 45" by 63". Piece 18 9 patch blocks, alternate them with 17 plain
blocks, add a 3" or so border, and you're done.

Julia in MN

ABC wrote:
*Thank you for responding to this post.. information is needed very as
soon as you read this post.*

I am starting two quilts for some dear onine friends, which one has
cancer is in now undergoing treatments. His wife is her rock and has been
by his side since the start.. so she will receive the other lap quilt.

Since they need it quickly I need an idea on a size and what I can whip
up fast.
I was thinking 15- 12" blocks 3 per row, and 5 down, log blocks in a
Fav. color with the outer blocks being white, so I can add the there
online friends notes to them, almost like a sig. quilt .

Someone have also asked if I can attach pockets for remotes and a big
pocket at the bottom of the quilt to tuck there feet into.
I wonder if the pockets would be something that would trip them up when
they try to get up.. and even if the pockets is a good idea- sounds good
but will it be workable with someone who might be week from treatments?

But other then the log blocks, what would be fast to whip up to get two
of them out as fast as I can sew them up also, does the block size
being -12" 3 across be wide enough and 5-12" down be long enough?








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One quilt sounds nice, but the problem is she also gets cold while, he is
freezing, waiting on a treatment to start in another room.many times they
are apart unless a kind nurse lets them be together.
A quilt they can take with them on the long trips too and from the hospital
and while waiting for bloodwork.etc
fast to roll up, lightweight, not heavy to carry around.
and the one undergoing to treatments, would be able to hold onto it with
everyone's well wishes.
where as one big one would be too much to handle or carry around with them.

Thank you Pat for your tips. I will view the site you sent over.
ABC
"Pat in Virginia" wrote in message
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I agree with Julia. Each quilt would be rather small. My suggestion is to
make about the same number of blocks but just make ONE quilt. I am sure
they will like a snuggle quilt to share. BTW: With log cabin blocks, there
are more setting options when set even number by even number. You might try
6 x 6 (36 blocks.)
Look thru Marcia Hohn's pattern, then on page 4 check out the many photos.
http://www.quilterscache.com/J_L/LogCabinBlock.html
PAT

ABC wrote:
*Thank you for responding to this post.. information is needed very as
soon as you read this post.*

I am starting two quilts for some dear onine friends, which one has
cancer is in now undergoing treatments. His wife is her rock and has been
by his side since the start.. so she will receive the other lap quilt.

Since they need it quickly I need an idea on a size and what I can whip
up fast.
I was thinking 15- 12" blocks 3 per row, and 5 down, log blocks in a
Fav. color with the outer blocks being white, so I can add the there
online friends notes to them, almost like a sig. quilt .

Someone have also asked if I can attach pockets for remotes and a big
pocket at the bottom of the quilt to tuck there feet into.
I wonder if the pockets would be something that would trip them up when
they try to get up.. and even if the pockets is a good idea- sounds good
but will it be workable with someone who might be week from treatments?

But other then the log blocks, what would be fast to whip up to get two
of them out as fast as I can sew them up also, does the block size
being -12" 3 across be wide enough and 5-12" down be long enough?

Thank you,

I found a 12" block at quilterscache
called "Goose Creek"
Which I will do for #1 .
shoot I may even do the one called Star cross for #2

still looking (grin)



"Renée Clark" wrote in message
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Three words....

Yellow Brick Road

It works up in the lap size (57x75) with 12 FQ's, 2 yds of border/binding
and 3 1/2 yds backing in about an evening. (there is a smaller 'baby' size
at 48x57 if you think the lap size would be too big) That is, if you do
what I did, which was to make up the top, then use polar fleece instead of
backing and birth it instead of binding it... I then MQ's between the
blocks, and it came out beautifully.

YBR is an Atkinson Designs pattern, and the best $12 I've spent in
quilting goodies for a long time. They are great for just this kind of
thing, when time is important.

Your friends are lucky to have friends who care so much.

Blessings,
Renee
"ABC" wrote in message
et...
*Thank you for responding to this post.. information is needed very as
soon as you read this post.*

I am starting two quilts for some dear onine friends, which one has
cancer is in now undergoing treatments. His wife is her rock and has been
by his side since the start.. so she will receive the other lap quilt.

Since they need it quickly I need an idea on a size and what I can whip
up fast.
I was thinking 15- 12" blocks 3 per row, and 5 down, log blocks in a
Fav. color with the outer blocks being white, so I can add the there
online friends notes to them, almost like a sig. quilt .

Someone have also asked if I can attach pockets for remotes and a big
pocket at the bottom of the quilt to tuck there feet into.
I wonder if the pockets would be something that would trip them up when
they try to get up.. and even if the pockets is a good idea- sounds good
but will it be workable with someone who might be week from treatments?

But other then the log blocks, what would be fast to whip up to get two
of them out as fast as I can sew them up also, does the block size
being -12" 3 across be wide enough and 5-12" down be long enough?

"there is an organisation called 'Victoria's Quilts which supply quilts for
cancer patients. The recommend that they be 50 x 70, which works well for
those receiving Chemo, as well as a good size to snuggle under at home.

Sandra

How Many 12" blocks would I need to make it that size?
"crosspatch" wrote in message
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"there is an organisation called 'Victoria's Quilts which supply quilts
for cancer patients. The recommend that they be 50 x 70, which works well
for those receiving Chemo, as well as a good size to snuggle under at
home.

Sandra

20 with sashing would come close

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