batting for chemo quilt
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batting for chemo quilt
I want to make a quilt for a friend who was recently diagnosed with lymphoma. She anticipates a summer with chemo. Can anyone tell me if this therapy will create difficulty with temperatures? What kind of batt should I put into this quilt? I usually use polyester as I like quilts with a little "puff".
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In the summer, treatment places tend to crank the A/C up. I would use wool. It's warm, light weight and it breathes, so it remains comfortable. It is also puffier than cotton, but not quite as puffy as poly. Check the packaging for the quilting distance.
I would also consider making a matching tote bag. If you do, line it with a slippery synthetic fabric to make it easy to get the quilt in & out and make sure you put her name on both the bag & quilt.
I would also consider making a matching tote bag. If you do, line it with a slippery synthetic fabric to make it easy to get the quilt in & out and make sure you put her name on both the bag & quilt.
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Yes! Chemo patients are usually cold, only women or men with hot flashes weren't. So, for that reason I would not use poly, but then she is going to be tired so carrying it could be an issue too. I would choose the wool, warm, but breaths, soft and cuddly and just seems to drape better. Do not make it too big. I like the twin size so it is long enough but also wide enough to cover, yet not too heavy. Having your own quilt is healing, thank you for doing this. All chemo patients need family and friends at this time.
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