Last Saturday, my LQS held a really fun activity. Quilters formed teams and made lap quilts for residents in the Veterans Hospital. We received kits and cutting instructions a few days ahead. The kits had enough fabric for backing, borders, and most of the top. It was all patriotic in style and color. We had to supply some muslin for background. I washed fabric and cut the strips, recruited three friends, and joined the fun. There were five teams.
There was some friendly competition through out the day. Every team had to follow the same guidelines. Each quilt had 15 blocks each of two patterns, plus borders, and a pieced back. It was about
36" x 42" so we did the stitch and turn method to finish, then tied the quilts.
My team made one quilt and finished up mid afternoon. We did not win any of the contests, for special prizes, but we all had fun. Some teams were really on a roll, and stayed the full day, so they made several quilts. I think there were a total of about 10 quilts FINISHED.
This would be a great activity for any group of friends. We were happy to donate the time and effort for special people. The shop supplied a good lunch, and each quilter received two participation prizes.
PAT in VA/USA