Quilts for Boston is a relief effort by the Boston Modern Quilt guild to make quilts for those that have been directly affected by the bombing and subsequent events.
Our goal is to make bright and modern quilts that will bring cheer to those who need it most! This summer we hope to distribute at least 50 quilts to those who could benefit from a token of our love and support. To achieve this goal we are asking the modern quilt community to support our efforts by sending us blocks for these quilts.
We would like to have the quilts ready to deliver to those in need as soon as possible, so we ask that you send your blocks to us by May 24, 2013. Be creative with your blocks, and make any pattern or design that inspires you!
Thank you all so much for your support!
Please follow these guidelines when constructing and submitting your blocks:
- To give these quilts a cohesive look we chose the colors of the Boston Marathon: blue, yellow, gray and white. Both print and solid fabrics are welcome.
- All blocks should be 12½” tall x the width of your choice. That could mean 12½” x 7”, 12½” x 12½”, or anything wider, more narrow, or in between.
- Please machine piece your blocks in any style you would like.
- Please use only “quilt shop quality” 100% cotton or cotton/linen fabrics.
- Our preference is white or light gray 100% cotton thread, but any coordinating thread of good quality will do.
Quilts for Boston
P.O. Box 79225
Belmont, MA 02479
