Originally Posted by
fmhall2
I have a lot of double knits from the 60's and 70's which my husband picked up at an auction a few years back. I've been wondering, do you think it would make good lap quilts for nursing homes (w/o a batting)? Would they be happy to get it, or do you have some better idea of how I could use it? I am open for all kinds of suggestions. Thanks for your considerations. Margie
My sister and i make quilts for the homeless using several layers of batting for warmth. They are very durable. I have also made lap robes for the nursing home with them. They actually can make some beautiful quilts depending on colors and design. I now have a box full of 3" squares of like turquoise and salmon to make a 9 patch. I hope I have enough white to use as sashing between the blocks. I am sure nursing homes would be very happy to have lap robes made from Double knits.
Reta