sagewoman

Hi, I would like to make quilts for my local NICU. I was wondering if anyone here has done that. If so, what size quilt and any other tips would be appreciated. Thanks.

Sadiemae

I would call the NICU and ask them what size would be best for them. I have heard various sizes requested by different hospitals.

scowlkat

We made some from our guild. We did call and ask for guidance/requirements first. It is very rewarding.

np3

Our Guild makes them. Our hospitals ask for 32 by 32. But you should check first.

ckcowl

check with the hospital- they all have their own unique 'needs/wishes'

Morningcoffeegal

here is a link to guidelines of items to be donated for the use of premies, hope this helps you! A good size for a NICU quilt is 30"x30".

http://www.thepreemieproject.com/vol...ing_guidelines

blueangel

I would ask the hospital first what size they prefer. Great project.

sagewoman

Thank you everyone. I called the hospital...slowly I turn lol. Waiting for them to get back to me. Now I need to post on the classified for juvenile fabric.

jaciqltznok

wait til they call you. They ave really specific rules about donated items in NICU.

campion

Hi Our group made some and they were either 16 " x 20" or 36" x 36" the smaller ones are to on the incubator and the larger to go over the top to keep out the light. Also we had to use 1 oz polyester wadding.
Our Hospital didn't know about people making patchwork quilts and they were over the moon it was really rewarding.