Community Quilts and Charity size information

 Some of our members give their quilts directly to the charities so these numbers are not included in our counts. 
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​Community Quilt Workshop

Bring your machine, we have all the other tools-irons, ironing board, cutting mats and rulers, batting, fabric, pins and kits. Scroll to the bottom for pattern ideas. 
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One of FIQ’s missions is to provide quilts to charitable organizations. Camp Korey is one of the causes Fidalgo Island Quilters supports. What is Camp Korey? It’s a place where kids with life-altering medical conditions can just be kids, entirely free of charge. They believe that all children should be able to experience both the joys of childhood and the profound, life-changing impact of camp. Every year, thousands of campers and family members gather in a community of people with shared experiences to sing, dance, laugh, grow, and discover their potential in a medically safe and adaptable environment. There, campers with 90+ diagnoses can take a true break from being “patients” and rediscover the joy of being a kid.
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 and Cindy Greenfield is her assistant. 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: (If the quilts are an inch or two  off,that is fine)

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.
Anacortes Family Center (18)-Prefer twin bed size, Child size 60​x72, lap top 45x60

Camp Korey Foster Children- Twin size quilts 65x85

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.
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American Legion, Post 13 at Island Hospital 16-Would love some lap size quilts prefer flannel backing so they will not slide. Sizes 36x40 , 36x48up to 42x42.

The ALS Association-Lap size quilts-


 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 Patti Dever,

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:
  • Please assure your quilt top is at least 63×87″,
  •  No sparkles please,
  •  All design elements need to be sewn down.  An example would be a star folded like a handkerchief giving a 3d effect.  These are IV catchers,
  •  All seams should be locked,
  •  No names or religious sayings,
  •  It would be helpful if you made bindings to match the quilt top.
Information for Quilters:
  • Please no large meanders.  The quilts are for heroes and taking a little time is appreciated,
  •  Quilts are washed frequently and need an amount of quilting to assure they stay together,
  •  If you provide batting please assure it is of good quality such as Warm and White, Hobbs, and Quilters Dream,
  •  If you stop and travel to the next design, please clip your threads.
These standards may seem overly demanding and difficult, but we cannot emphasize enough the importance of providing quality quilts to our wounded heroes.
THANK YOU FOR MAKING A DIFFERENCE.

AMERICAN HERO QUILTS
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​​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.
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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

Here are the QOV Guidelines:
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. Browse patterns.
  • Avoid juvenile, gender or branch specific fabrics.
 
Put It All Together
  • The recommended size of a Quilt of Valor is 60″ x 80″; 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 longarmer must be 8″ wider in width and 8″ longer in length.
  • 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 an binding.
  • A Quilt of Valor must be labeled and you can receive a label from us to stitch on or leave it up to us to add. Your name as a creator and/or quilter will be placed on the label and later the name of the veteran or service member and where and when awarded. 
 
Patterns-Cindy has originals of these patterns if you need more inspiration or have questions.