Damkina

Hi, I have a H4H Military fund raising quilt to make that will be raffled in July. I've just purchased the fabrics in patriotic colours and also found some lovely Union Jack quilt fabric that is perfect. I thought about 52/54 x 65/70 would be ample, but could really appreciate some advice.

Yesterday I had the idea of including (writing) all the names of the 453 Service personnel who had been killed in the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq onto the quilt. Would it be possible and does anyone have any suggestions for a quilt block that would enable this to work?

The only other way I could think of is including white in the border and writing their names on that, but how? What would be the best way to make sure everyone was included, and should their rank also be on as well.

Or, should I just make the quilt and forget about adding all their names, then make one special block on the front (as well as the label) to dedicate it to all who have Served?

I know there are four months, but I have a feeling that it's going to fly by before I know it.

Thank you
Joanne

carolina quilter

Use a light colored backing and write their names on it.

luvstoquilt301

hmmmmmmmmmmmmm I like the above idea BUT not sure if the names of so many that have passed away would be the best idea. I am playing devils advocate. But if you did a log cabin (great quilt for a raffle as many recognize that pattern) you might be able to write the names on all the light logs.

ManiacQuilter2

Have you looked at Google photos with a search of "signature quilts"? It might give you some inspiration with a pattern idea. You can't let any time go by because 4 months can fly by so quickly. I think this is a marvelous tribute to your fallen service men. Please keep us posted because I am sure that we all would like to see your progress.

Tartan

Will it be available for everyone to buy tickets or just military? If it is available for everyone I would leave off the names. We had a great quilt on QB done in Union Jack blocks if that would work?

PurplePassion

I would leave off the names and just dedicate it to all that have served.

Crqltr

I agree, taking a chance with ink, even on the back. Spelling name wrong or forgetting some one would cause a lot of hurt.

Pennyhal

I agree with this. I know I'd mess up if I was writing that many names. Dedicating it to all who served would have more general appeal and bring in more money for the cause.

Toni C

You could always quilt the names into it. Just make sure you have the spelling right and all names