One of the volunteers at the hospital has just been diagnosed with something dreadful and inoperable. Her doctor gave her 6 to 8 weeks. I want to make a hug quilt for her, with some of the pieces in a solid light-colored fabric for friends and staff to sign. Obviously, time is critical here. I thought I would do a lap-sized Charm Star ( I have lots of 6" charms) in purples, with a solid light turquoise for the points so people can sign with permanent pens on the points. The lady is seriously into semi-precious stones, and turquoise and amethyst are her favorites (she spends two weeks at the Gem Show every year). I *think* I can put it together in a week if I drop everything except work, then leave it in the office for a couple of days for signatures, and machine quilt and border it within the two-week time frame I have set for myself.
Anyone have any faster ideas? I will check the group tomorrow morning and am open to suggestions.
Prayers and good thoughts for this wonderful, sweet woman are deeply appreciated. We understand that nothing can be done and that the end is inevitable; but I hope for a painless end for her, and that she is surrounded by friends and loved ones.