A Wheelchair Quilt
It's a flimsy!
36 x 45
It consists of 20 nine inch Nine Patches in St. Patrick's Day fabrics.
I will make getting this finished as my January OMG (One Monthly Goal at Elm Street Quilts). I will mail it to my Dad after I get it quilted. Earlier this year he was diagnosed with Parkinson's. Around Thanksgiving he was taken by ambulance to the hospital in severe pain. He was later released to an extended care facility and Christmas Eve he went home but is now confined to a wheelchair. We are not sure he will be able to stay at home but he wants to give it a try. He's 88 and just stopped working last year. A short bio of him appeared in the Naples (FL) Daily News in 2016. If you care to read it you will know why I chose St. Patrick's Day fabrics for his wheelchair quilt.
So sorry to hear about your dad. This quilt will be a great gift for him.
ReplyDeleteWell,I would say you're your father's daughter, Cathy. Having read the article about your great Dad I can see where your energy comes from!
ReplyDelete500 blocks by next Tuesday? No problem! Sending my best wishes to your Dad. I'm sure he will love his quilt, Kelly green too.
That's quite a story about your dad. I'm sure he will enjoy his quilt you are making for him, and by the way, it is lovely! ---"Love"
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful article on such a caring man. You must be so proud. I wish you and your father good cheer in 2019. Doesn't sound like it will be easy year but I bet he'll cherish his Irish quilt. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed reading the story about your Dad. He will cherish the Irish wheelchair quilt!
ReplyDeleteI also made the mistake of clicking on your 2019 UFO tab at the top of your blog. Now I feel like such a slacker!!! Holy Moly you are amazing!
I love following you at RSC! I had better get in gear! Thanks for the inspiration!!!!!!
Kathy, what a great article about your dad. It's easy to see how he influenced you with a great work ethic and lots of energy. The quilt is perfect for him.
ReplyDeletePerfect choice for your dad! Hugs to you both!
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about your Dad's health struggles. Wishing him good quality of life this year. And good luck to you on finishing off his quilt.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great story about your Dad! Love your blog; you really are inspirational. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteYour dad will love a quilt fit for his wheel chair. I am certain that a man who still worked in his 80s is not liking being in that chair, darn it.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure you will be finishing this quilt for you dad this month! You are the Energizer Quilter! So sorry to hear about your dad's health struggles.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about your dad. My BIL has Parkinson's, too. It's a tough one. I hope this journey is not too hard on you as you walk the path with your dad.
ReplyDeleteI have a lot of thoughts after watching the vid and reading the article about your father. He definitely has a big heart and is held in high esteem by those that know him.
ReplyDeleteThrough my life I have never liked the color green. Mix in a little blue and I love it. this is such a great lap quilt with a perfect mix of green. Your father will love it.
Happy New Year
xx, Carol
Wonderful quilt. I hope it brings great comfort. Thanks for linking up with Elm Street Quilts One Monthly Goal and good luck with your project.
ReplyDeleteThis quilt looks perfect for your Dad! I love all those pure greens. Happy new year!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful news story about your dad. I hope he feels better and the quilt will be perfect!
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