That is a very very good point, ladies, thank you! I'm so eager to start because I know it will feel so good to make something from his things, but I certainly don't want to do any irreversible damage. My goal is to have them done by next Christmas (2014) so I definitely have time to make a few others first. I've been wanting to try a rag quilt for each of my children, so now would be a good time to try that! I'd still love some insight and advice on the different fabric types together, and what do to for the lining and backing, so that I can get a good stash going and have everything ready to go for these, when *I* am ready!
Thanks so much!!