Community Quilts and Charity size information
Community Quilts-Over over 88 people have been comforted by our quilts this year.
Some of our members give their quilts directly to the charities so these numbers are not included in our counts.
Community quilts are made by our members and distributed to the various charities listed below.
They meet on the LAST Monday of the month 10:00 to 1:00. They generally do not meet in December or on holidays. Jennie Wallis is the coordinator. Contact her at: [email protected]
When you attend Community Quilt Workshops you will find fabric and patterns available for you to use. What part of quilting do you enjoy doing? We have a need for that. Contact our coordinator and let her know how you can help. Kits are available also at most General meetings and Community Quilt Workshop's. You may also stop by the workshop and find fabric for your charity quilt projects.
You can also make a “Community Quilt” at home or get a small group of friends to make a quilt together and donate it via our Community Quilt Program. We have also listed groups that meet outside of FIQ that you may be interested in.
This project helped FIQ become recognized by the state as a non-profit organization, which gives us special tax status. It is a meaningful way to give back to the community. In order for FIQ to maintain it’s 501(c)3 status each member is asked to volunteer as they are able in our FIQ sponsored charitable and outreach programs listed below.
They meet on the LAST Monday of the month 10:00 to 1:00. They generally do not meet in December or on holidays. Jennie Wallis is the coordinator. Contact her at: [email protected]
When you attend Community Quilt Workshops you will find fabric and patterns available for you to use. What part of quilting do you enjoy doing? We have a need for that. Contact our coordinator and let her know how you can help. Kits are available also at most General meetings and Community Quilt Workshop's. You may also stop by the workshop and find fabric for your charity quilt projects.
You can also make a “Community Quilt” at home or get a small group of friends to make a quilt together and donate it via our Community Quilt Program. We have also listed groups that meet outside of FIQ that you may be interested in.
This project helped FIQ become recognized by the state as a non-profit organization, which gives us special tax status. It is a meaningful way to give back to the community. In order for FIQ to maintain it’s 501(c)3 status each member is asked to volunteer as they are able in our FIQ sponsored charitable and outreach programs listed below.
If you know of a charity in need, please contact Jennie Wallace.
Quilt sizes and requirements:Any size quilt is welcome for donation as the parameters change with the need. If no size is given, they take all sizes. Numbers in parenthesis are the number of quilts donated to that charity starting this April.
-P-Anacortes Family Center (18)
Camp Korey Foster Children- Twin size quilts The Linus Project (6) Our volunteers, known as “blanketeers,” provide new handmade, washable blankets to be given as gifts to seriously ill and traumatized children, ages 0-18. It is Project Linus' policy to accept blankets of all sizes, depending on local chapter needs. All blanket styles are welcome, including quilts, tied comforters, fleece blankets, crocheted or knitted afghans, and receiving blankets in child-friendly colors. Always remember that blankets must be new handmade, washable, free of pins, and come from smoke-free environments due to allergy reasons. Patterns page: Project Linus-Patterns Project Linus is now donating quilts to WIC also. They are requesting 30x30 no larger than 36x36 quilts. American Legion, Post 13 at Island Hospital 16-Would love some lap size quilts. The ALS Association Evergreen Chapter Skagit Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Services Chemo Quilts-42 x 50-55 x 65ish
Come help make charity quilts at Calico Creations in Mount Vernon. This is not an FIQ group but we have wonderful members that are part of this wonderful sewing team. We have three groups we quilt for: Swedish Palliative Care, Skagit Foster Care, and Harborview Burn Unit & Harborview Pediatric Burn Unit. My contact at Harborview accepts quilts for both burn units. For more information, please contact Vera Nunnally at [email protected] Swedish Palliative Care accepts quilts sized 40”X60” or an approximation of that. There are no size requirements for the other groups. However, there always seems to be a need for young adults and boys quilts. Seems like most quilters love to make baby quilts. American Heroes:
American Hero Quilt Standards Please keep all fabrics and batting away from animals. Many people are allergic. Quilts should be made from 100% good quality cotton. Quilts should be approximately 63×87 inches. We find that many of the warriors need the extra length and width to keep warm. Colors should be red, white and blue—standard patriotic colors. Backs should be 100% cotton and 10 inches larger on each side. For example, if the quilt top measures 63×87 inches, the back should be 73×97 inches. The size difference is important for our machine quilters. Bindings should be cut 2 1/2 inches wide, and sewn diagonally rather than straight across. Please don’t use beige or white fabrics on the back. Many of our injured warriors have open wounds which can cause stains. Certain fabrics should not be used because they may interfere with the healing process of wounds. These fabrics include flannel, corduroy, fleece, and fabrics with sparkles. Fabrics should be washed and ironed before assembling the quilt. Information for piecers:
THANK YOU FOR MAKING A DIFFERENCE. AMERICAN HERO QUILTS |
FIQ Support for the Island Health Birth Center 1
I have spoken with Lauren, one of the co-directors of the center (Kat is the other co-director) about our organization making quilts and knitted or crocheted baby afghans for the Center. They would very much appreciate donations of this kind. Lauren wanted me to let makers know that all items will be washed in the hospital laundry (to insure they are germ-free) prior to distribution to families.Please consider how this will affect your choice of materials and construction. About 500 babies are born at the Center each year! Size: Baby afghans are generally, but not necessarily, square, 30” X 30” to 36” X 36”. Baby quilts are typically 30” X 40”. Crib size quilts range from 45” X 60” to 36” X 52”. These are just suggestions. Don’t let this constrain your creativity. Colors: Any colors and color combinations are fine. Parents select from the available supply. Seasonal quilts are very popular, as are theme quilts. Labels: FIQ Quilt labels are available from Community Quilts. A label will be included with afghans to let parents know the origin of the item. Collection: Bring your baby quilt or afghan to an FIQ meeting and give it to either Gloria Shelton or Sylvia Wynn. Many thanks for your participation in this program. Gloria Shelton Quilts of Valor and American Heroes QuiltsQuilts of Valor-
This group is a separate group from FIQ but many of our members have joined this wonderful group. NEW AREA GROUP - Island Quilts of Valor Contact: Denny Fox, [email protected], Island QOV Group Leader Brenda Bacon, [email protected], Island QOV Group Second Everyone, whether from FIQ or the public, is welcome to join our group. Saturday, June 15th is our next work day, (no work day in May) we will continue to finish quilts and start new ones. Please join us for sewing or just drop in to get your questions answered. Bring a lunch. 10:30am to 4pm at 221 Skagit Way, La Conner (Denny’s studio). Please join us! Choose Your Fabric and Patterns Fabric used for a Quilt of Valor should be quality, 100% cotton fabric appropriate for adults. A Quilt of Valor does not have to be red, white and blue, but patriotic colors are very popular with recipients. Patterns and blocks can be of any design suitable for a patriotic theme. Click to Browse patterns. Avoid juvenile, gender or branch specific fabrics, unless the recipient is known to you. Put It All Together The recommended size of a Quilt of Valor is 60″ x 80″; it must be a minimum of 55″ x 65″ and maximum of 72″ x 90. The Quilt consists of a top, batting, and backing. It must be machine or hand quilted. A tied quilt is not acceptable for a Quilt of Valor. Backings provided to The Long Army Volunteer must be 8″ wider in width and 8″ longer in length. QOVF Members in good standing may request quilting of their tops by a Long Army Volunteer, free of charge. Use quality, low loft batting such as cotton, cotton blends, polyester or polyester blends. Quilting should be appropriate for the quilt and not overly dense, which can reduce the loft of the quilt. Double fold, also known as French Fold, binding is recommended for durability. Hand stitch or neatly machine stitch binding. A Quilt of Valor must be labeled as such, and include the name of the veteran or service member. See our Policies and Procedures for additional information. |
Patterns-Cindy has originals of these patterns if you need more inspiration or have questions.