molly oldham

I'm making my step-daughter a chemo quilt using her Dad's shirts. He passed away last December. I don't want it to be heavy because she is quite weak. Do you think just a layer of flannel would suffice for the batting? Thank you.

Homespun

I think it would be fine.

SusieQOH

Molly, my sister is currently going with her friend who is getting chemo and she told me the place is really cold. Could you do a flannel backing as well? I don't know if flannel for a batting will be enough. But 2 layers may be better.

sewbizgirl

Flannel for batting is fine. It makes a nice lightweight quilt.

I'm sorry for your loss and hope your daughter does well through chemo and that it works for her. Prayers for her complete healing.

Grannies G

You could just use the flannel for backing without any batting quilt lightly to keep it soft. Light weight and still cuddly. Then one side will feel warmer than the other. Best of luck to your daughter.

PaperPrincess

Flannel for batting will make a nice light weight quilt. Be sure to wash it a couple of times first as it shrinks at a different rate than quilting cotton.
Sorry to hear about your daughter.

Krisb

Because of the cold in most facilities, you might want to give some thought to (gasp) poly.

QuiltnNan

i like this idea for a light, cozy quilt

cashs_mom

I've used flannel for batting, It works fairly well and makes a nice soft quilt. I'd say do it.

Irishrose2

I agree. There are some very light weight polys - much lighter than flannel.