what size for a chemo quilt?
#21
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I made one for my friend who is 5'2" and petite. I made it 66" long and used my own "wingspan" as a guide for width. It was perfect for her. She said it was long enough to tuck around herself in the recliner, or to add a colorful, homey touch that fit her hospital bed. I backed it with a single piece of yellow flannel. I had people sign it before giving it to her. She loved it. (I made a mug rug out of the quilt scraps for her hospital tray.)
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I haven't made one for a chemo patient, however, given that they are usually sitting, I would think a generous lap quilt would be appropriate, maybe longer, so they can really snuggle under it if they want to.
#23
When I made my husbands I used 12in sq. and gave one to each of family and friends to decorate as they wished. Some sent words of prayers some sent jokes some drew pictures. At first he did not want to use it but when he did he had so many people stop and visit asking about the quilt he decided to use it every time. He loved telling who and why they sent what they did. I had a lady quilt it as I was too busy. I had her quilt the words of "Wild Thing..I Think I Love You" on the borders. He finally admitted he loved it. yea! She shadow quilted the pictures and words. He sadly passed away 7 yrs ago but I find comfort in using them to this day. He was a big guy so I made them to fit his size chin to cover his feet and wide to tuck in when he got the chills.
#24
My 3rd granddaughter (studying to be a nurse) has a special older friend who has bowel and bone cancer and will be taking chemo for a while. She went to visit him and his wife and took a sampler quilt, which depicted each major event in his life. That way his wife can enjoy it too.
Here it is washed by hand in the bathtub and hanging on the line, but needing a border and a bit more embroidery.
Here it is washed by hand in the bathtub and hanging on the line, but needing a border and a bit more embroidery.
#25
As a fairly recent survivor of Ovarian cancer in Jan 2013..the memory is still Fresh ..it is very cold..you are there for 6 hours or more.you are a super friend the gift will be loved and used.
#27
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I agree with Stephie that it should be flannel backed, with a low to medium loft batting so it drapes well across the lap. If you make the length about the patient's height, it will cover the feet and reach to the chin, and 48" to 60" wide.
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