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10-02-2011, 01:20 AM
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Originally Posted by margoee
Sorry about your friend's health....but, she is very luckily to have a friend like you. I am sure whatever you piece together willl make a lovely quilt and she will cherish it.
10-02-2011, 01:27 AM
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I understand your will to make her something that will keep her warm and show her what she means to you.
That being said, I don't think a rag quilt is the way to go. They shed unbelievably in the first few months. Or rather all the flannel (with batting) ones that I've made, do. I don't think you want to create a mess for her to clean up while going through this.
There are plenty other easier quilts to do. Check out this post for other ideas. Good luck.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-41091-1.htm
That being said, I don't think a rag quilt is the way to go. They shed unbelievably in the first few months. Or rather all the flannel (with batting) ones that I've made, do. I don't think you want to create a mess for her to clean up while going through this.
There are plenty other easier quilts to do. Check out this post for other ideas. Good luck.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-41091-1.htm
10-02-2011, 04:01 AM
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I'm sorry for what your friend is going through.
Just my opinion, but you may want to consider something other than a breast cancer theme. As a cancer survivor, cancer and its treatment takes over your life. I can't think of a single area of my life, from food to hobbies to work to bathroom habits. The one thing that I longed for most during 8 months of chemo and radiation was NORMAL. My vote is for something in bright, happy colors if you don't know her favorites.
Just my opinion, but you may want to consider something other than a breast cancer theme. As a cancer survivor, cancer and its treatment takes over your life. I can't think of a single area of my life, from food to hobbies to work to bathroom habits. The one thing that I longed for most during 8 months of chemo and radiation was NORMAL. My vote is for something in bright, happy colors if you don't know her favorites.
10-02-2011, 05:36 AM
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Originally Posted by rainbow quilter
I'm sorry for what your friend is going through.
Just my opinion, but you may want to consider something other than a breast cancer theme. As a cancer survivor, cancer and its treatment takes over your life. I can't think of a single area of my life, from food to hobbies to work to bathroom habits. The one thing that I longed for most during 8 months of chemo and radiation was NORMAL. My vote is for something in bright, happy colors if you don't know her favorites.
Just my opinion, but you may want to consider something other than a breast cancer theme. As a cancer survivor, cancer and its treatment takes over your life. I can't think of a single area of my life, from food to hobbies to work to bathroom habits. The one thing that I longed for most during 8 months of chemo and radiation was NORMAL. My vote is for something in bright, happy colors if you don't know her favorites.
While I have not endured cancer personally, I have been down the road with others. "Normal" no longer exists in their lives, so a quilt reflecting their old normal would be loved immensely and help them to anchor to that past, that they want to return to in the future.
What colours does your friend adore? What are her interests? hobbies? passions? What are some of the special times the two of you have shared together?
There are so many specialized fabrics that can reflect those ... have fun looking for them and creating a unique quilt for your friend to enjoy ... and yourself too!
10-02-2011, 05:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Rose L
I'm sorry for your friend's sad diagnosis. I'm sure she'll do well with treatment. Were it me...I'd use some other lovely colors. Pink and white may just be too much of a reminder for her right now. At least that is how I would feel about it.
10-02-2011, 05:46 AM
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Yes, if you knew what her favorite colors were, that would be wonderful. If you knew and could find a print with those colors in it and make her a OBW. Those are the quickest patterns to make in my experience.
10-02-2011, 05:49 AM
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Having just finished 9 months of chemo, a lap sized quilt she can take with her to treatment is a great idea. The treatment rooms are usually kept at a comfortable temp for the staff, but lying in a recliner with IV's running into you can chill anyone and the blankets they have just didn't cut it with me. I recommend a cotton pieced top and flannel backing with a warm batting in the middle. This will keep it fairly light to carry. Rag quilts can get extremely heavy to carry. I was tired and weak after each treatment and don't know if I could have managed a tote bag with a heavy quilt in it. Thankfully hubby accompanied me each week and carried my tote bag for me.
I second using either her favorite colors, or cheerful colors. There are lots of free patterns. Warm Wishes makes up quickly and you can use a beautiful focus fabric for the square. Using a quick pattern will let her be able to use it during and after treatment.
I wish your friend good luck. Caught early, breast cancer is very treatable and with the tests and technology now days, they can pinpoint the best treatment for a successful outcome. I had a stage 1 breast cancer 29 years ago before genetic testing and just finished treatment for stage 4 ovarian cancer. Yes, I am one of the lucky ones who have the BRAC-1 gene mutation and got both types. In remission now and celebrate each day that comes along.
I second using either her favorite colors, or cheerful colors. There are lots of free patterns. Warm Wishes makes up quickly and you can use a beautiful focus fabric for the square. Using a quick pattern will let her be able to use it during and after treatment.
I wish your friend good luck. Caught early, breast cancer is very treatable and with the tests and technology now days, they can pinpoint the best treatment for a successful outcome. I had a stage 1 breast cancer 29 years ago before genetic testing and just finished treatment for stage 4 ovarian cancer. Yes, I am one of the lucky ones who have the BRAC-1 gene mutation and got both types. In remission now and celebrate each day that comes along.
10-02-2011, 06:15 AM
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Sorry to hear of your friends DX. My son went thru Chemo and he took a warm quilt with him everytime. It was made with a flannel back to keep him warm. I make quilts with Angels on them (appliqued) and give them away to some one with this kind of DX. If you would like the pattern let me know and I will send it to you.
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