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bookfare 07-09-2011 06:51 PM

It depends upon who the recipient will be. For citizensam.org (for critically wounded troops), they are as specified, 48"x78", wide enough for a gurney or stretcher. Make them approx. 40"x40" for lap robes for rest homes, about 45"x60" for kids quilts, smaller for babies.

Sandi S 07-09-2011 07:29 PM


Originally Posted by debcavan
For children about 40-60 For older children or adults, usually a twin size

ditto

GrannieAnnie 07-09-2011 07:36 PM

I generally go with the fabric, since mine aren't actually quilts. 45 x 60 or 45 x 72 depending on kids or adults.

jitkaau 07-09-2011 09:34 PM

Usually 40x60 and they are generally made up out of the off-cuts of the quilts that I've made. They look bright and scrappy.I made one specifically with all Australian wildflowers in memory of my mum and gave it to the palliative care hospital that nursed her. Other than that, they are always quick and scrappy.

ashlett 07-09-2011 11:27 PM

I make linus quilts, mainly 20inch(prem baby),or 36inch.

ging10ging 07-10-2011 05:44 PM

I do most baby quilt size so far. Sue

rona thickpenny 07-10-2011 11:08 PM

Yes usualy lap or cot quilts for the childrens hospice or the womens rescue centre.

Slow2Sew 07-11-2011 11:01 AM


Originally Posted by Murphy
48 x 60

Me too.

Momyar 07-11-2011 04:07 PM

I'm going to be making 45x45 (give or take a bit for the selvage). I have a friend that is going on a mission trip to South Dakota and will be taking them to the Indian Reservation.

Figured that would be a good size for the babies and I also don't have to worry about piecing the backing. Still haven't totally decided what to use warm and white/natural or flannel. Most of these will be going to places where it gets below zero in the winter time.

Also, just wanted to say who proud I am of everyone that does this generous thing for others. What a blessing!!! Keep up the good work.

lynnie 07-12-2011 12:46 PM

made about 60 that were 60 x 75 and a mess of crib sized quilts (45 x 60)


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