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    Old 08-25-2014, 04:28 PM
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    Absolutely!! That is what I gave my daughter when she got married--a large throw size quilt for their couch. I rarely make bed size quilts anymore.
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    Old 08-25-2014, 05:23 PM
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    I a couple of years ago when i had several weddings in one summer - i started making his 'n hers couch quilts. They are usually about 52-54 x 70-72 - Usually one is girlie and one masculine..... I always put a note in the card that says some version of "marriage is all about sharing - but sometimes you just want your own blankie." All have been very well received - and i can do them both in less time than it takes for a bed sized....and i don't have to worry about what size their bed is / will be
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    Old 08-25-2014, 06:09 PM
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    It sure can. I once made a tiny wall hanging as a wedding gift. If it is from the heart, it counts.
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    Old 08-25-2014, 06:19 PM
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    many brides have a plan for their bedroom decor... so making a bed quilt might not be the best idea. i'd rather see a throw size as it has more uses. jmho
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    Old 08-25-2014, 07:16 PM
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    I actually give large lap quilts often. they are a little less expensive for me, but I also think they more often get used. a lap quilt can always get used on the couch, in a bedroom, in a rec room, a picnic or a ball game. very versatile
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    Old 08-25-2014, 10:39 PM
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    Of course. a large one is great for 2 to cuddle under.
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    Old 08-26-2014, 03:15 AM
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    I prefer giving a throw size quilt for a wedding gift. Bedroom styles change down through the years but a throw is useful no matter the decor. But that's just my opinion. :-) I've given 4 as wedding gifts, so I guess I really do believe that. Lol!
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    Old 08-26-2014, 04:02 AM
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    My daughter requested a small throw. On the back I embroidered (by hand) their names and the date of the wedding, and then circling out I included the names of everyone in attendance - with family closest.
    For my step-son and his new wife I am having signature blocks for the wedding and am making them a a 60" square quilt and will put the signature blocks on the back incorporated into a darker fabric.
    The point being - you can do anything you want! It is a gift !!
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    Old 08-26-2014, 04:13 AM
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    Love the idea of a throw for a wedding gift. Often the bedroom linens are part of the shower for the bride, this way, you don't have to "match" whatever is picked out for that.
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    Old 08-26-2014, 04:46 AM
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    Of course! They can cuddle under it watching television.
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