Please Join Us in Our National Service Project
Why are we so passionate about our mission?
Because no matter where we stand politically, we accept our warriors and veterans with open arms and open hearts. One only has to talk to the veterans of previous wars and conflicts to get a glimpse that the profound effects of war never really leave.
The mission of the Quilts of Valor Foundation is to cover ALL service members and veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor. This foundation is not about politics. It's about people.
"Threads" - QOV Newsletter - Click the link below to read this month's issue
https://www.qovf.org/newsletters/
Why Quilts of Valor?
Blue Star mom Catherine Roberts, began the Quilts of Valor Foundation (QOVF) from her sewing room in Seaford, Delaware. Her son Nathaniel’s year-long deployment to Iraq provided the initial inspiration, and her desire to see that returning warriors were welcomed home with the love and gratitude they deserved. She had a dream of a warrior surrounded by his war demons, sitting on the side of his bed, wrapped in a quilt that provided comfort and love.
She realized that this dream could become a reality for many soldiers with the inspiration of linking quilt-toppers with machine quilters in a national effort. That she could achieve her goal to cover all returning service men and women touched by war. These wartime quilts, called Quilts of Valor (QOV’s), would be a tangible reminder of an American’s appreciation and gratitude. Since 2003, QOVF has become a national grassroots community service effort, connecting the home-front with our warriors and veterans.
QOV’s are stitched with love, prayers and healing thoughts. Troops who have been wounded or touched by war are awarded this tangible token of appreciation that unequivocally says, “Thank you for your service, sacrifice and valor.”
A Quilt of Valor is a generous lap-sized quilt (minimum of 55 X 65) made by a quilt-topper (the piecer) of quality fabrics and beautifully quilted by a longarmer. After it has been bound, washed, labeled and wrapped in a presentation case, it is ready to be awarded. Quilts are awarded at many different levels: they may go to military hospitals where Chaplains award them to service members; there may be presentations of QOV’s to entire service units returning from combat deployments; they may be awarded at VA’s or presented individually. But no matter how a Quilt of Valor is given, the impact it delivers is unequivocal. As one recipient said “My quilt isn’t another military medal to be placed in a box and sit on my shelf. I was moved to tears.” – SSgt RC, US Army, Iraq ‘05
Just how much of an impact has the Quilts of Valor Foundation made? As of October 2017 there have been 169,000+ quilts awarded to service members/veterans.
How can you become a participant in this incredible movement?
Quilt of Valor Foundation has begun a "membership drive" to further the growth and support of our mission. Beginning in January there will be a new "members only" page on their website with special deals for members. I have already paid the group membership fee for Nevada under the name of Valor Quilters of Nevada. Individuals may become a group member for $5 - you will receive a 2017 QOV pin and access to the members page. If you are interested please provide your name, address, email address and fee to Victoria for enrollment. YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE A MEMBER TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY OF OUR NEVADA ACTIVITIES! ALL ARE ALWAYS WELCOME!
A personal thanks to all of you wonderful volunteers who have already provided quilts, blocks, longarming services, fabric and batting! We are especially grateful to the DQN circles that donated batting - perfect timing as supplies were running low! Additional thanks to the SMA Lifestyle Center for your continued support. If I've missed anyone - let me know....YOU ROCK!
Be sure to check out the slideshow above for pictures of awards, Valor Quilter's sew-ins, quilts and blocks...and we'd love to have you share the fun!
Together, let’s show our veterans just how much we honor and love them! We can make a difference…check out these incredible stories….
Please take a few moments to watch a short video about the impact of the Quilts of Valor Foundation.
Because no matter where we stand politically, we accept our warriors and veterans with open arms and open hearts. One only has to talk to the veterans of previous wars and conflicts to get a glimpse that the profound effects of war never really leave.
The mission of the Quilts of Valor Foundation is to cover ALL service members and veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor. This foundation is not about politics. It's about people.
"Threads" - QOV Newsletter - Click the link below to read this month's issue
https://www.qovf.org/newsletters/
Why Quilts of Valor?
Blue Star mom Catherine Roberts, began the Quilts of Valor Foundation (QOVF) from her sewing room in Seaford, Delaware. Her son Nathaniel’s year-long deployment to Iraq provided the initial inspiration, and her desire to see that returning warriors were welcomed home with the love and gratitude they deserved. She had a dream of a warrior surrounded by his war demons, sitting on the side of his bed, wrapped in a quilt that provided comfort and love.
She realized that this dream could become a reality for many soldiers with the inspiration of linking quilt-toppers with machine quilters in a national effort. That she could achieve her goal to cover all returning service men and women touched by war. These wartime quilts, called Quilts of Valor (QOV’s), would be a tangible reminder of an American’s appreciation and gratitude. Since 2003, QOVF has become a national grassroots community service effort, connecting the home-front with our warriors and veterans.
QOV’s are stitched with love, prayers and healing thoughts. Troops who have been wounded or touched by war are awarded this tangible token of appreciation that unequivocally says, “Thank you for your service, sacrifice and valor.”
A Quilt of Valor is a generous lap-sized quilt (minimum of 55 X 65) made by a quilt-topper (the piecer) of quality fabrics and beautifully quilted by a longarmer. After it has been bound, washed, labeled and wrapped in a presentation case, it is ready to be awarded. Quilts are awarded at many different levels: they may go to military hospitals where Chaplains award them to service members; there may be presentations of QOV’s to entire service units returning from combat deployments; they may be awarded at VA’s or presented individually. But no matter how a Quilt of Valor is given, the impact it delivers is unequivocal. As one recipient said “My quilt isn’t another military medal to be placed in a box and sit on my shelf. I was moved to tears.” – SSgt RC, US Army, Iraq ‘05
Just how much of an impact has the Quilts of Valor Foundation made? As of October 2017 there have been 169,000+ quilts awarded to service members/veterans.
How can you become a participant in this incredible movement?
- Build a block (or many!) - use your own fabric or ask for a block kit(s), return finished blocks. *Finished quilts to be awarded to Nevada veterans in an effort to build a sustainable Nevada QOV Network. Any pattern or block - our designers make incredible quilts from all of your efforts! Check out our pictures above....
- Sew a quilt top, a longarmer will be provided to quilt it upon request . Recommended size is 60 x 80". Minimum 55" x 65" Maximum 72" x 90" For more information on basic quilt requirements see: http://www.qovf.org/content/basic-qov-requirements.html Any pattern or design is okay, the veterans seem to prefer red, white/cream/tan, blue, gold and patriotic fabrics, however I've quilted some beautiful flowered quilts for female soldiers. Some free patterns are available at: http://www.qovf.org/patterns-list.html
- Volunteer to longarm a quilt top
- Make a presentation case - with your own fabric or ask for a kit(s) [basically a pillow case to enclose the QOV quilt] For basic presentation requirements see: http://www.qovf.org/content/presentation-case.html
- Participate in a sew-in on the 2nd Friday of each month at the Southwest Medical Associates [SMA] Lifestyle Center located at 8670 W Cheyenne Room 105, Las Vegas from 8:30am - 12:30pm - NO QUILTING EXPERIENCE NEEDED - lots of work to be done/lots of fun to be had - we will teach you! (additional dates to be determined as interest warrants)
- Participate with QOV group at the Bob Rudd Community Center located at 150 N Hwy 160, Pahrump NV 89060 meeting at 9 am to 1 pm on the 2nd Wednesday of each month
- For those living in Sun City Summerlin see Mary LaBlanc at their monthly guild meeting on 1st Monday each month for kits and to turn in finished blocks/cases/quilts
- For those living in Sun City Anthem see Hinde Socol
- Donations of red, white, cream, gold, blue and Patriotic fabric and batting gladly accepted - scraps as small as 2" work for our scrappy quilts! [tax receipt available]
Quilt of Valor Foundation has begun a "membership drive" to further the growth and support of our mission. Beginning in January there will be a new "members only" page on their website with special deals for members. I have already paid the group membership fee for Nevada under the name of Valor Quilters of Nevada. Individuals may become a group member for $5 - you will receive a 2017 QOV pin and access to the members page. If you are interested please provide your name, address, email address and fee to Victoria for enrollment. YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE A MEMBER TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY OF OUR NEVADA ACTIVITIES! ALL ARE ALWAYS WELCOME!
A personal thanks to all of you wonderful volunteers who have already provided quilts, blocks, longarming services, fabric and batting! We are especially grateful to the DQN circles that donated batting - perfect timing as supplies were running low! Additional thanks to the SMA Lifestyle Center for your continued support. If I've missed anyone - let me know....YOU ROCK!
Be sure to check out the slideshow above for pictures of awards, Valor Quilter's sew-ins, quilts and blocks...and we'd love to have you share the fun!
Together, let’s show our veterans just how much we honor and love them! We can make a difference…check out these incredible stories….
Please take a few moments to watch a short video about the impact of the Quilts of Valor Foundation.
You can make one or more blocks (we love orphan and embroidered blocks too) to help in the effort without having to make a whole quilt or quilt top. Please send your blocks to.