Quilting Donations for Worthy Causes

Making quilts, lap or baby size, for worthy causes occupies many quilters, either singly or in groups.  Also school children often become involved in class projects that result in quilts for babies and youngsters in hospitals.  I’ve often helped the sixth graders in our school when they put their creations together.

Recently I read of a group of ladies who made quilts they donated to the birthing center of a local hospital.  The donation was made in memory of a past president of their guild who apparently suggested the idea.

One lady made lap quilts for elderly in nursing homes, “to help keep them warm,” she told me.  She began to get others interested in her project and soon many quilts were donated.

These small quilts don’t have to be intricate or time consuming unless you want to make them so.  I’ve found very nice baby quilts can be made from a single piece of fabric printed with colorful and interesting designs.  Simply complete with a layer of batting and backing.  Then they can be tied or machine quilted.  Lap quilts for older people could be made from patchwork printed fabric, if you don’t have time to piece or applique a quilt.