I made my deceased husband a quilt when he was undergoing treatment. I used large squares 12". Gave each grandchild, each son and daughter and close friends a square with freezer paper ironed to the back. Out lined the area they could draw or write in. I sent colored pens for fabric along with each piece I passed out. Also gave to members of his antique car club. On a few I kept I did applique of things that interested him. Tractors (used a cub bear for Cub Cadet and a outhouse with a deer standing near for John Deere) . ETC. I ended up with enough to do two quilts. Had them quilted shadow around the writing and pictures. I also had one square left blank so others could sign it. It was quite the hit! At first he was shy about using it but he met so many people who came to look and talk. Kept his mind off the chemo he was getting. In the end he would not go anywhere without it. I still have it and am not sure who will get it when I leave this world. I guess they will have to draw straws to see who will inherit it. It was really quick with the large squares and I enjoyed the companionship I had with others while making it. Good luck in what ever you do. I know she will enjoy it as will others.