What kinds of quilts have you made for charity?
#62
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Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Beautiful Middle Tennessee
Posts: 98
Originally Posted by Flying_V_Goddess
I want to rid myself of the bad vibes from making quilts for people who've turned out to be jerks so I want to quilt for charity. Its actually something I've wanted to do, but never got around to and I think now is the perfect time to do a couple of them.
I have a lot of different ideas on what to make, but as soon as I think of an idea I come up with another. So I'm wondering what kinds of quilts others on here have done for charity to maybe get some ideas and hopefully make my brain slow down a little.
I have a lot of different ideas on what to make, but as soon as I think of an idea I come up with another. So I'm wondering what kinds of quilts others on here have done for charity to maybe get some ideas and hopefully make my brain slow down a little.
#63
I've made quilts for raffles, silent auctions, soldiers through a group in Maryland, and mostly for Project Linus. Most organizations aren't fussy, although Linus doesn't want black on the baby quilts which I totally understand. I've also taken Linus quilts to one of our hospitals. The nurses are excited the minute they see you come through the door and ask hopefully if they'll be going to their particular unit. KNowing that the hard work on the quilts is appreciated at our hospitals keeps me making them!
I don't think anyone was giving the impression that a quilt wouldn't be suitable, but some of the groups do have guidelines.
I don't think anyone was giving the impression that a quilt wouldn't be suitable, but some of the groups do have guidelines.
#64
I've saved this to favorites to refer back to. There are so many caring and compassionate quilters here making a difference! :-D As well as so many people and organizations who need support.
Marvel your bike story reminded me about a friend of ours (my husband's old boss that has remained a friend for 14 years.) He told me he had a quilt that his Grandmother made covering a lawnmower in the car port! Aaaaaahhh! I nicely and firmly explained that he needed to go take the quilt off the lawnmower right away and treat her right. I told hiim that his Grandmother put a lot of time and love into this quilt. This helped to create a new found respect and admiration for quilts on his part. :-P I know that not everyone would have listened and changed their thinking on this but am glad he did.
Marvel your bike story reminded me about a friend of ours (my husband's old boss that has remained a friend for 14 years.) He told me he had a quilt that his Grandmother made covering a lawnmower in the car port! Aaaaaahhh! I nicely and firmly explained that he needed to go take the quilt off the lawnmower right away and treat her right. I told hiim that his Grandmother put a lot of time and love into this quilt. This helped to create a new found respect and admiration for quilts on his part. :-P I know that not everyone would have listened and changed their thinking on this but am glad he did.
#66
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Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: Long Island
Posts: 24,820
i've donated to every cause, but now i'm going locally at a shelter just down the block ( around here that means 10 miles away). i make just about anything. sometimes i try out new ideas on a charity quilt. i also make I spy for the hospital taht my dsil is head pediatric dr. at in NJ. she also distributes to the needy at christmas for me.
#67
One of my guilds has a FABULOUS sub-group called Quilting Angels. We make over 700 quilts a year for charity and non-profit fundraisers. Any pattern, any color, any size. They are a great way to hone skills, try new patterns, and spend time each week with wonderful ladies and men!
#68
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Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Highlands Ranch, CO
Posts: 15
I couldn't afford the stash that so many quilters on this board have, so sewing quilts for my church group gives me the satisfaction of doing something for others, as well as getting my "quilting fix". We don't sew fancy, just squares, but a lot of thought is put into the fabric and pattern and they are beautiful in the end. Best of all, we get many "thank you's" from recipients and know we are giving comfort to so many people.
#69
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Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Wadesboro, NC
Posts: 758
Originally Posted by mrspete
I stay away from the organizations because they regulate me from the spirit that gives me release. I put my heart and soul in things and they aren't big and fancy, but they are kind hopefully helpful. I do lap quilts for elders and veterans at the VA Hosp. I have four that I am doing to turn in at Church because we choose a family in distress and help them find jobs and a home again. Usually there are about four in a family. Just a bit off the beaten path, but something I want to do. I've helped Jan in Va with a few items and I've done two quilts to raffle off, one for cancer and one for a project. Lawww, just look around you. The world needs a hug! I love hugs and quilts are wonderful hugs, dontcha think?
Blessings, Ruth
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