I don't know what patterns you have but have you thought of doing "quilt as you go" with strips for any of them.

I am so sorry about the loss of your father and mother - so close and at the holidays. I see you as a very brave and strong person - still thinking of others even in your sorrow. All of the "help" instructions are great and I have nothing to add. Just want you to know I am thinking of you. The best to you and your loved ones. Y

So sorry for your loss. Hugs

I am so sorry for your losses. I lost both my parents 21 days apart last year and have been quilting ever since. Great therapy! I found this site shortly after and have been blessed by the many Bible verses and quotations below signatures. I am trying to use some of my mother's stash. It is satisfying. Don't push yourself. Begin enjoying life and celebrate the years you had with each of your parents.. JUDY

Obee, Sorry for the loss of youre parents. Put youre quilting aaide and do the bnest you can do with out youre parents this Holiday. We are all prayering for you. Remember you are in our thought today and everyday. Marifromokee

just a comment - i made 2 rag quilts for baby and didn't put any batting inside - just 3 layers of cotton on one and just 2 layers (front & back) on the other. all cotton is best if you want them to great real ragged.

so sorry about your losses, I lost both my G/Parents who brought me up when I was 21 ,one died November other following March, it will take time to grieve and come to terms with it but hopefully the rest of your family will comfort you over xmas.

Most batting packages show how far apart you can quilt. Some friends and I are doing my DD's quilts for Christmas and are trying them since it is so much faster. Also, I couldn't afford to have 2 queen quilts longarmed.

Be sure on the rag quilt to do that slight zig zag like someone said. Of course, the reason my seams might be coming apart is I used flannel on top and fleece on the back and made the mistake of using thin batting between. Waaaaay too heavy. Would have been great for my daughter when their electricity was out in an ice storm for 3 weeks.

someone just did a toutorial on binding you can make and machine sew it.