Sort of a record- three comfort quilts went out the door in one week to three different people. The quilts were all quilted, but needed to be washed (I wait until I get a recipient before I wash, dry and immediately bag), sew pockets on the bags, make pocket quilts and complete labels. I had been praying for recipients for those quilts, but was surprised by so many requests at once. Unfortunately, all were cancer situations.
I am very privileged to be a quilter and grateful to secure the resources to make comfort quilt kits. Every quilt is needed and does it job to provide comfort in a distressing situation.
The first was a batik Upstairs, Downstairs that I had to mail. Postage is kind of crazy, but it got to SC pretty quick and safe.
 |
| The bleeding came out!! |
7 comments:
It is heartbreaking but I know your gifts make a difference to the patients and their families. I'm so glad the soaking process worked on the bleeding quilt! I was watching a video on Handiquilter the other day and they were talking about bleeding quilts and actually mentioned my process! All I've ever wanted is for that to get out to the wide quilting world and I think it's actually happened.
You are so kind and generous.
All three quilts are nice and I'm sure they are greatly appreciated. Have you checked out the new Ground Advantage prices at the post office? It is one day longer than priority and has $100 insurance.
Ia m sorry that so many people are stricken, but I am glad that you were able to warm their hearts.
A few years ago, I took all of my hand dyed fabric, that came from sources other than Vicki, and used her method to get all the free dye out of them. Now when I use a hand dyed fabric from my stash, I don't have to wonder if it will bleed.
Nice quilts that will be appreciated. Glad you could correct the bleeding fabric problem.
You are a treasure to make and give these quilts to people who are dealing with huge changes in their lives, they will be greatly comforted I know. I don't think I've seen the second quilt before, unless it came in one of the times I was missing for a while, I think it's a super desgn!
What beautiful comfort quilts - they will bring a hug when needed the most!
Post a Comment