I've heard quilters discussing Quilts for Kids, for hospitalized children, sponsored by Downey, so I gave it a try. Just a few clicks and a packet of fabric was on it's way. I received it in less than a week, all precut, with instructions, a drawing, and "please return in 4 weeks." They ask for a LOT of quilting, no ties!" I can do that! The fabric is excellent quality and delightful! That GREEN is the backing and binding.
Below is the finished top - this little project was a good reminder that it's really much easier to assemble a quilt if the pieces are large AND precut! It's about 36 x 45. I add my batting and pay for return shipping. Maybe I'll also include one of my other kids quilts in the return package.
Give it some consideration - the top took only a few hours to assemble, and you can stitch in the ditch with your walking foot, or practice your machine quilting. (No invisible thread, please).
and it's really cute too!
ReplyDeleteVery cute, Elaine! My kit finally arrived yesterday - guitars are in the focus fabric. :-) I'll get it done this week end, as well.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely finish and I've no doubt some young person will be extremely happy to receive such a treasure.
ReplyDeleteThat will make some child very happy. Nice work, Elaine.
ReplyDeleteGood job! They did a wonderful combo of fabrics and colors, very cheerful. I have just signed up for a kit. Thanks for the reminder that these are availalbe. Love the precut thing--so much simpler to just open and get sewing!
ReplyDeleteI received the same kit. I want to get it finished this weekend. Mine just came in on Wednesday. You did a great job on your kit! I also want to include another quilt when I return mine.
ReplyDeleteHow cute! nice job.. love the blue border.
ReplyDeleteI just put mine in the box to send back, along with the extra one they request...
What a great program this is.
Nice. My local thrift shop takes in donated tops and I am thinking of volunteering to quilt some of them. It would be a good way to practise.
ReplyDeleteSome child will love it!
ReplyDeleteAunt Elaine-
ReplyDeleteWe receive quilts on our unit at Children's in Milwaukee. I love to pass them out to the babies stuck in the hospital. They are especially great to dress up the metal, hospital cribs that look like baby-jails.
Thanks for donating!!