Casket cover quilt vs. casket flowers

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10-17-2011, 02:24 PM

#231

BeverlyH

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My mother is turning 95 on November 21st. I think this is an outstanding idea and I really appreciate you for sharing this thought. I have sent it to my sister. Thanks so much!

10-17-2011, 02:37 PM

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angelarose

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Originally Posted by betty jo

I work at (2) local funeral homes and since working there I see the waste in funeral flowers, especially the casket flowers which cost several hundred dollars..soooo....I decided I would quilt me a quilt to go on my casket and my family can take it home with them. Has anyone else thought about doing this??? I know we don't like to think about death, but it is coming to all of us.

Flowers, no doubt, are so beautiful. But, the idea of a casket quilt can be so endearing to the family. An appropriate theme can be used for the person departed. As mentioned, a small quilt can be used at the kneeler in the funeral home. Good suggestions!

10-17-2011, 02:43 PM

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Jeandrig

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I think that is a great idea. I had kidded about building my own box and lining it with a quilt. Well a sister-in-law took me serious. But maybe I need to give it more serious thought.

10-17-2011, 02:45 PM

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luce321

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I think that this is a good idea. I too often think of the waste of flowers at a funeral.

10-17-2011, 02:45 PM

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luce321

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I think that this is a good idea. I too often think of the waste of flowers at a funeral.

10-17-2011, 02:48 PM

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angelarose

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Originally Posted by grammyj

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lori S

I would rather have a colorful bouquet (s) of fat quarters , and those that attend can take from the bouquet .... I would rather have that than funeral cards.

I like that idea.

I just recently saw fabric flowers. They were lovely. I saw the craft on line. Wouldn't it be nice to have a vase or two of the fabric flowers that could be taken home by friends and family in remembrance of the deceased?

10-17-2011, 02:53 PM

#237

JackieG

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It's a great idea.

10-17-2011, 02:56 PM

#238

ube quilting

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wonderful idea and a loving thought

10-17-2011, 02:58 PM

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carolina quilter

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The late Kay Yow, NCSU women's basketball coach, had a quilt on her casket. I loved the idea. Then, when I was diagnosed with breast cancer, a dear friend, made me a "bald headed ladies" breast cancer quilt. She took the backing to my office and asked everyone to pen a message with a permanent marker. After receiving the gift, I asked friends and my healthcare team to add their message. I don't plan to have use for it for at least another 25 years, but I do want it used on my casket.

10-17-2011, 03:08 PM

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ewecansew

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I was going to check the box at the bottom that I didn't want to get the emails for this thread, but I have enjoyed reading everyones' thoughts and feelings. I have read them all, some with tears and some with a good laugh. Hugs to all of you for sharing.