Morning Kingskid,
Welcome to the friendliest group on the 'net! I so hope your surgery goes well and that you are soon up and about! If there is anything we can do to help, let us know.
I think applique is likely your best bet for putting a ribbon on the quilt as well. You can find lots of patterns to make your ribbon from but if you need help, sing out, someone always has a web site in their favorites that help!
Happy Quilting,
Sharon