Jan, it's a little less than 1.5 million, there are 111 blocks
Thanks for the how to QAYG. I did it once with the backing and the hand sewing was a pain! I think I'll try it your way. It would be great to have it quilting while we go.
Carrie, 7 yards background fabric is right. I think it was meanmom who told me as I had no clue how much to buy.