Not sure what I would do with the friend but I remember making an applique quilt for my daughter that took a LONG time to complete. In between time she purchased a bigger bed and initially she complained that the quilt was too small for the bed and what would she do. I suggested it be used on a different bed or the couch. But each time I visit I notice that she uses it on her bed and the fact that it doesn't have a long overhang is not an issue...it's nice to see she has grown up!!