what size for a chemo quilt?
A friend will be starting chemo soon and I always heard that its cold when people get their chemo treatments.. so I thought I would make a chemo quilt
What size do you think is good? I was thinking like 55 x 55, then it could a throw for the couch as well. But I have never made one before What size do you guys make? Thanks |
I usually make them about 60" X 60"......or whatever works out with the pattern. So, your measurements would be great! That is so sweet of you to do that.
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IMHO I would make it longer depending how tall the person is. Wonderful thing for you to do.
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Mine are usually about 55x 66. When making 12 in. blocks, a 4x5 setting plus borders gets to that
size. And mine are backed with flannel for extra warmth and softness. Good luck with yours. |
It would depend somewhat on the size of the person you are making it four.
A 4'10", 90 pound person would need a smaller cover than a 6'5", 280 pound person. When I am cold, I like the option to cover my whole body - from the bottom of my feet to over my nose. |
I make mine lap sized or 60" x 60".
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I made one that was 54x64, backed with flannel for extra warmth and coziness, and made it a quillow so there was a pillow pocket on the back that was also a foot warmer when used as a quilt. I put a handle on it too so it was easy to carry when it was folded up. You're so nice to do such a thoughtful thing for your friend!
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free quillow pattern and instructions: http://www.with-heart-and-hands.com/...g-quillow.html
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My friend is starting chemo and is using her single bed size quilt she made herself. Being a quilter she had plenty to select from.
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A lot depends on how tall your friend is. I am 5'9" so I really liked the longer fleece blankets they had. The width was fine, because we sat in recliners, but I needed the length to be longer than 72 inches, because I wanted it under my chin and under my feet. It also needs to be light and easy to move because you usually have to get up a couple of times to go to the bathroom. A bag to carry a snack/lunch is nice too. My chemos were 4 - 5 hours long.
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