Originally Posted by
marand
My niece will be entering college for mechanical engineering in the Fall. I'd like to make her a graduation from high school quilt to bring to school. I really don't want to do a T shirt quilt as I did that for another family member. Do you have any ideas on something clever that may relate to her major. She likes to build things, was in robotics club, etc..... Thanks in advance. You all never disappoint!
This is only my opinion, but just make her a beautiful quilt is colors that your niece loves. Perhaps, if she is going to live on campus in the dorms, make it extra long. I have recently retired from a university and my position as a student advisor. University students change their major and the focus of their work several times before graduation. Dedicating your time to creating a quilt on just this area of study, that is at least 50% likely to change, may be, not a waste of time, but loss of your time planning to honor your niece. If she is a modern type of gal make her a modern quilt. There are so many patterns available. If she is a traditional gal, use a traditional pattern in colors she loves and encourage her in a card or note in her adventure into mechanical engineering.
I saw the post by Peaso and that is a terrific idea, traditional but with a touch of whimsy with the background. Have fun with your planning, quilting and gifting.