My step daughter has a Christmas birthday. We used to celebrate her birthday after midnight mass so her birthday cake would be appreciated and she would really get birthday and Christmas gifts. Our kids got to select their dinner choices and their cake. Ann always wanted turkey and dressing! I offered to celebrate 1/2 birthdays but she really loved her special day. She still does and is now a wife and mom herself. Love her dearly. Love your quilt and it is a great idea for her next year!