Guidelines



Wrap-A-Smile

A Rotary Project - Quilt Guidelines

If you would like to take part or know someone who would, quilts should be the sizes listed below in  child friendly colors and 100% cotton. Over the years the mission teams have learned some lessons and offer the following guidelines for your quilt donations:

Ideal size: 40 x 48 for children, or 45 x 60 for teens. Scrappy quilts are great, and gender-neutral makes it easier for the nurses to choose an appropriate quilt for each patient. 

No white backings, limit use of white in general. Feedback from the missions is that white represents death in some cultures. And white is difficult to keep clean!

Machine quilting and machine-stitched binding is essential. Your quilts may well be washed in rivers or under other harsh conditions. 

No religious, patriotic or holiday fabrics. Quilts are going to foreign countries with different customs and religions.

• No embellishments such as button, beads, ribbons, etc. We don't know the age of the recipient and embellishments can be a choking hazard for little ones.

Photo courtesy of Rotaplast International


Most of all: 
Know that you are making a difference in the lives of children and families around the world. Your quilt will be used and treasured!



Wrap-A-Smile retains the ultimate authority to use contributions made to us at our discretion, consistent with our purpose.

For more information, contact Ann Demeranville at: quilts7780@gmail.com

Thank You!!

Comments

  1. Hi I make quilts for kids would like more Info I'm in central pa any donation locations close by

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    1. Apologies for just now finding this comment. We would love to have your help! Closest collection sites for you would be NH or NC. If still interested, please email me at quilts7780@gmail.com

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