Gift for 18 year old male

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07-04-2011, 03:49 AM

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katrbee

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Or get a panel of one of his favorites from when he was little, like a dragon or dinosaur, and make a simple quilt. Kids going off to college love the "old fashioned styling and secretly still love the same things they had as a kid. And panels are fast.

07-04-2011, 04:32 AM

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Carol J.

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How about a fleece blanket? I had a red one on my couch and my 16 year old great grandson took it, his favorite color.

Carol J.

07-04-2011, 04:44 AM

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laurafet

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At that age, all three of my boys went through their "Black" phase- NOT Goth-just black. Here is what I made the now 20 yr old baby.

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07-04-2011, 04:45 AM

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Sorry- laptop messing up.

07-04-2011, 05:01 AM

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marymm

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Laurafet, I love that black and white quilt. I agree that a quick snuggle quilt seems to be appreciated by guys and gals alike. It doesn't have to be big. I like the idea of one oversized block and borders.

07-04-2011, 05:02 AM

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07-04-2011, 06:07 AM

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Carol J.

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The black white and red quilt reminded me of the one my DD made for her 18 year old grandson for a graduation gift. He requested that and is so proud of it.
But I think a fleece blanket is a nice gift and you don't have to make it. Our guys love them and I have 10 great grandsons.

Carol J.

07-04-2011, 07:23 AM

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jkretz

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Quote:

Originally Posted by GwynR

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shelbie

As a mom who has just seen my last teen turn 20, I say don't waste your time trying to stitch him anything. Just give him $$$$. It's sure to be the right size, colour and pattern!

I agree, cash is always a hit!
Got to ask though, does life get easier when there are no more teens??? Please say yes!

Sorry, I can't honestly say that it does. But just wait until your children have teenagers of their own.