i needed something quiet to do in the middle of the night so i don't wake everyone...

i got a book ok cathedral windows & put together a bunch of the parts so i do those... have a few in my everyday tote also for dr appts & waiting to p/u my dd...

people do them lots of different ways... i like muslin w/bright batiks in the middle...

someday, it will be something!

Another thought,although it looks like you have PLENTY of ideas - you could make 32" square preemie quilts for the hospital while you're there. Just a one piece top and bottom with real thin batting (like warm & natural). You could hand quilt it and put a binding on by hand. Our local hospitals love the little quilts made by our quilt guild. They may not let the babies use them in the NICU, but they get to take them home when they are released. Prayers are going up for your daughter and your family:)