Is your friend going to be paid extra to do this? Or is it out of the kindness of her heart? She completed the job she was asked to do.
I agree with Noveletyjunkie, put it on a smaller bed or use it as a throw on the back of the couch. Bed quilts aren't supposed to be bed spreads that hang off. They decorate the top of the bed...well that's my opinion anyway.
You're getting a lot of wonderful advice, love to hear what is finally decided.