On topic: Your advice wanted

> One of the volunteers at the hospital has just been diagnosed with
> something dreadful and inoperable. Her doctor gave her 6 to 8 weeks. I
> want to make a hug quilt for her, with some of the pieces in a solid
> light-colored fabric for friends and staff to sign. Obviously, time is
> critical here. I thought I would do a lap-sized Charm Star ( I have lots
> of 6" charms) in purples, with a solid light turquoise for the points so
> people can sign with permanent pens on the points. The lady is seriously
> into semi-precious stones, and turquoise and amethyst are her favorites
> (she spends two weeks at the Gem Show every year). I *think* I can put it
> together in a week if I drop everything except work, then leave it in the
> office for a couple of days for signatures, and machine quilt and border
> it within the two-week time frame I have set for myself.
> Anyone have any faster ideas? I will check the group tomorrow morning and
> am open to suggestions.
> Prayers and good thoughts for this wonderful, sweet woman are deeply
> appreciated. We understand that nothing can be done and that the end is
> inevitable; but I hope for a painless end for her, and that she is
> surrounded by friends and loved ones.
> --
> Carolyn in The Old Pueblo
> If it ain't broke, you're not trying. --Red Green
> If it ain't broke, it ain't mine. --Carolyn McCarty
> If at first you don't succeed, switch to power tools. --Red Green
> If at first you don't succeed, get a bigger hammer. --Carolyn McCarty
>

> Carolyn-
> What a sad occasion for a quilt and bless your heart for making this hug
> quilt. I'm so sorry that your friend is facing this- of course, I'll pray
> for her.
> One thought... what if you prepare the signature fabrics (whatever shapes)
> with freezer paper on the back and use a water soluble marker to outline
> the area in which the folks are allowed to write- as in 'inside' the seam
> lines. Then leave those sitting out at work for signatures while you start
> the piecing? That way you will be a few days ahead rather than wait for
> signatures and then start the top? Also, it would be a tad awkward to
> have the entire top being passed around for the signatures- there would be
> a chance for it to be damaged or soiled or who knows what. And if she
> sees it, it might spoil the surprise- if it is a surprise???
> Leslie & The Furbabies in MO.
>> One of the volunteers at the hospital has just been diagnosed with
>> something dreadful and inoperable. Her doctor gave her 6 to 8 weeks. I
>> want to make a hug quilt for her, with some of the pieces in a solid
>> light-colored fabric for friends and staff to sign. Obviously, time is
>> critical here. I thought I would do a lap-sized Charm Star ( I have lots
>> of 6" charms) in purples, with a solid light turquoise for the points so
>> people can sign with permanent pens on the points. The lady is seriously
>> into semi-precious stones, and turquoise and amethyst are her favorites
>> (she spends two weeks at the Gem Show every year). I *think* I can put
>> it together in a week if I drop everything except work, then leave it in
>> the office for a couple of days for signatures, and machine quilt and
>> border it within the two-week time frame I have set for myself.
>> Anyone have any faster ideas? I will check the group tomorrow morning and
>> am open to suggestions.
>> Prayers and good thoughts for this wonderful, sweet woman are deeply
>> appreciated. We understand that nothing can be done and that the end is
>> inevitable; but I hope for a painless end for her, and that she is
>> surrounded by friends and loved ones.
>> --
>> Carolyn in The Old Pueblo
>> If it ain't broke, you're not trying. --Red Green
>> If it ain't broke, it ain't mine. --Carolyn McCarty
>> If at first you don't succeed, switch to power tools. --Red Green
>> If at first you don't succeed, get a bigger hammer. --Carolyn McCarty
>

> Good idea, Leslie. Your idea won't spoil a surprise as she won't be
> returning to the office. I've sorted my purple/amethyst charms tonight,
> and will buy the pale turquoise solid tomorrow. I can cut the 6" squares
> and mark off the signing area, as you suggested, and leave them at the
> reception desk for signing by all who want to participate.
> Thanks, friend, for the suggestion!
> This will not be a fancy or even a durable quilt. We just want Donna to
> know that we all are holding her in our love and keeping her in our
> thoughts during this difficult time.
> She's in her 90s and has always been more active and has more energy than
> MSM, or (for that matter) me!
> --
> Carolyn in The Old Pueblo
> If it ain't broke, you're not trying. --Red Green
> If it ain't broke, it ain't mine. --Carolyn McCarty
> If at first you don't succeed, switch to power tools. --Red Green
> If at first you don't succeed, get a bigger hammer. --Carolyn McCarty
>> Carolyn-
>> What a sad occasion for a quilt and bless your heart for making this hug
>> quilt. I'm so sorry that your friend is facing this- of course, I'll
>> pray for her.
>> One thought... what if you prepare the signature fabrics (whatever
>> shapes) with freezer paper on the back and use a water soluble marker to
>> outline the area in which the folks are allowed to write- as in 'inside'
>> the seam lines. Then leave those sitting out at work for signatures while
>> you start the piecing? That way you will be a few days ahead rather than
>> wait for signatures and then start the top? Also, it would be a tad
>> awkward to have the entire top being passed around for the signatures-
>> there would be a chance for it to be damaged or soiled or who knows what.
>> And if she sees it, it might spoil the surprise- if it is a surprise???
>> Leslie & The Furbabies in MO.
>>> One of the volunteers at the hospital has just been diagnosed with
>>> something dreadful and inoperable. Her doctor gave her 6 to 8 weeks. I
>>> want to make a hug quilt for her, with some of the pieces in a solid
>>> light-colored fabric for friends and staff to sign. Obviously, time is
>>> critical here. I thought I would do a lap-sized Charm Star ( I have
>>> lots of 6" charms) in purples, with a solid light turquoise for the
>>> points so people can sign with permanent pens on the points. The lady
>>> is seriously into semi-precious stones, and turquoise and amethyst are
>>> her favorites (she spends two weeks at the Gem Show every year). I
>>> *think* I can put it together in a week if I drop everything except
>>> work, then leave it in the office for a couple of days for signatures,
>>> and machine quilt and border it within the two-week time frame I have
>>> set for myself.
>>> Anyone have any faster ideas? I will check the group tomorrow morning
>>> and am open to suggestions.
>>> Prayers and good thoughts for this wonderful, sweet woman are deeply
>>> appreciated. We understand that nothing can be done and that the end is
>>> inevitable; but I hope for a painless end for her, and that she is
>>> surrounded by friends and loved ones.
>>> --
>>> Carolyn in The Old Pueblo
>>> If it ain't broke, you're not trying. --Red Green
>>> If it ain't broke, it ain't mine. --Carolyn McCarty
>>> If at first you don't succeed, switch to power tools. --Red Green
>>> If at first you don't succeed, get a bigger hammer. --Carolyn McCarty
>

> What if you use masking tape around the four sides to mark off the area?
> I'm assuming ppl wouldn't write on the tape whereas they could go outside
> the lines with the pen markings. Maybe hold the stack of them together
> with a BIG safety pin with a lil sign next to it, sign on the empty square
> and then flip it for the next person...that way they have a better chance
> of not getting lost.
> HTH
> Butterfly
>> Good idea, Leslie. Your idea won't spoil a surprise as she won't be
>> returning to the office. I've sorted my purple/amethyst charms tonight,
>> and will buy the pale turquoise solid tomorrow. I can cut the 6" squares
>> and mark off the signing area, as you suggested, and leave them at the
>> reception desk for signing by all who want to participate.
>> Thanks, friend, for the suggestion!
>> This will not be a fancy or even a durable quilt. We just want Donna to
>> know that we all are holding her in our love and keeping her in our
>> thoughts during this difficult time.
>> She's in her 90s and has always been more active and has more energy than
>> MSM, or (for that matter) me!
>> --
>> Carolyn in The Old Pueblo
>> If it ain't broke, you're not trying. --Red Green
>> If it ain't broke, it ain't mine. --Carolyn McCarty
>> If at first you don't succeed, switch to power tools. --Red Green
>> If at first you don't succeed, get a bigger hammer. --Carolyn McCarty
>>> Carolyn-
>>> What a sad occasion for a quilt and bless your heart for making this hug
>>> quilt. I'm so sorry that your friend is facing this- of course, I'll
>>> pray for her.
>>> One thought... what if you prepare the signature fabrics (whatever
>>> shapes) with freezer paper on the back and use a water soluble marker to
>>> outline the area in which the folks are allowed to write- as in 'inside'
>>> the seam lines. Then leave those sitting out at work for signatures
>>> while you start the piecing? That way you will be a few days ahead
>>> rather than wait for signatures and then start the top? Also, it would
>>> be a tad awkward to have the entire top being passed around for the
>>> signatures- there would be a chance for it to be damaged or soiled or
>>> who knows what. And if she sees it, it might spoil the surprise- if it
>>> is a surprise???
>>> Leslie & The Furbabies in MO.
>>>> One of the volunteers at the hospital has just been diagnosed with
>>>> something dreadful and inoperable. Her doctor gave her 6 to 8 weeks.
>>>> I want to make a hug quilt for her, with some of the pieces in a solid
>>>> light-colored fabric for friends and staff to sign. Obviously, time is
>>>> critical here. I thought I would do a lap-sized Charm Star ( I have
>>>> lots of 6" charms) in purples, with a solid light turquoise for the
>>>> points so people can sign with permanent pens on the points. The lady
>>>> is seriously into semi-precious stones, and turquoise and amethyst are
>>>> her favorites (she spends two weeks at the Gem Show every year). I
>>>> *think* I can put it together in a week if I drop everything except
>>>> work, then leave it in the office for a couple of days for signatures,
>>>> and machine quilt and border it within the two-week time frame I have
>>>> set for myself.
>>>> Anyone have any faster ideas? I will check the group tomorrow morning
>>>> and am open to suggestions.
>>>> Prayers and good thoughts for this wonderful, sweet woman are deeply
>>>> appreciated. We understand that nothing can be done and that the end
>>>> is inevitable; but I hope for a painless end for her, and that she is
>>>> surrounded by friends and loved ones.
>>>> --
>>>> Carolyn in The Old Pueblo
>>>> If it ain't broke, you're not trying. --Red Green
>>>> If it ain't broke, it ain't mine. --Carolyn McCarty
>>>> If at first you don't succeed, switch to power tools. --Red Green
>>>> If at first you don't succeed, get a bigger hammer. --Carolyn McCarty
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