Welcome to the quilting board! I'm sure you will do just fine because of all your previous experience, especially with draperies and things like that. I can't help with the memory quilt, but I wanted to welcome you here and also express my deepest sympathy on the loss of your granddaughter. I don't know what to say other than I am so, so sorry! You will find lots of helpful advice for the quilt here. There are a lot of knowledgeable people here to help.