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ADD A PANEL

You do not have to be an artist to be create a panel. All you need is the desire to have your loved one remembered.

Design the Panel

2-3'' border on all sides

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22''

36''

STEP ONE

Start with an all-cotton fabric measuring
22 x 36 inches.

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Light, small, patterned fabrics work best.

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Your design should be horizontal.

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Leave an extra 2–3 inch border on all edges. This is where it will be attached to another panel.

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Most fabrics are 44 inches wide, so this will give you an extra panel if you make a mistake or you want to give to another person to create a panel.

Create the Panel

STEP TWO

In constructing your panel, you might want to use some of the following techniques:

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Pens: Sharpie pens and fabric pens.

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Paint: Brush on textile paint or color-fast dye, or use an indelible ink pen. Please don’t use “puffy” paint; it’s too sticky.

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Stencils: Trace your design onto the fabric with a pencil, lift the stencil, then use a brush to apply textile paint or indelible markers.

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Collage: Make sure that whatever materials you add to the panel won’t tear the fabric (avoid glass and sequins for this reason) and be sure to avoid very bulky objects.

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Photos: The best way to include photos or letters is to photocopy them onto iron-on transfers, iron them onto 100% cotton fabric.

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Send the Panel

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FINAL STEP

It is best to send it by registered mail or with a carrier that will track your package. We recommend panels be shipped via Federal Express or UPS as U. S Post Office has been experiencing difficulties with deliveries.

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If you would like to make a donation to further the mission of The Quilt, it would be appreciated. You can enclose a check made out to National Covid-19 Quilt or go to our donate button.

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The National Covid-19 Quilt
C. Cooperman, Administrator
21 Cobbler Court
Baltimore, Maryland 21208

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Get Involved

Want to join our efforts but not sure where to start? Make a Donation and take advantage of this incredible opportunity to lend your support. It’s a great way to contribute to our cause, and every little bit counts towards paving the path for a better tomorrow.

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