After much consideration, I sent my friend an email asking if I could do a table runner for her instead of the queen size quilt.
Now to wait and see what happens.
I took everyone's comments into consideration on my decision, and knowing how I can only stand for short periods of time due to a back problem and bad knees, a table runner would be easier on me for cutting and pressing overall.
I do realize she may get upset, that is her choice, I have to consider the time and drain on my body doing a large project.