Well Toogie a interesting question. Good luck with it. My knowledge of football is minimal so can’t help on that count (was going to put score but removed it) I like your daughters idea of green and grass, then I have no more ideas. Just thought while I know nothing about football I know even less about American football. BUT what I do know is that whatever you do come up with will be brilliant

Oh dear! This can be a little tricky to navigate. Did he say what he wanted the quilt for? For his personal use? What size? This football team is not a charity, but football games are a gathering place for people in a small town to rally around and be a social activity for the enitre town. It sounds like he wants it for his personal use, not to benefit the community...like a cover for the ticket table.

I've had someone ask me to make a quilt out of their father's shirts. I told her that she had to take the shirts apart, wash and iron the fabric before I could make a quilt from them and that I'd have to buy batting, thread, ect...Did not hear from her so I guess she changed her mind. People just don't know how much committment it takes to make a quilt. I no longer get myself cornered into making a quilt.

I would not buy the fabric until you've have a pretty accurate idea of what the cost would be and he gives you money to cover the cost. I'd inclue the cost of the batting. It could really add up to $+++ quickly. Maybe give him options of different quilt sizes....a lap quilt or a wall quilt could be more inexpensive. The fact that you did not tell him that you only make free quilts for charities, not for indiviuals makes me think that you really would like to make a quilt for him.

So, first, I'd as myself...do I really want to make this quilt or am I being cornered into making one? If you really want to make this quilt, get busy! If not, tell him that after thinking about your committments you really have too many customers (i.e. charities) that you are already commited to making quilts for and don't have time to take on another project.

I've have always had a problem saying "no" to people who want me to do things for them. I'm better at it now.

For right now (I have very limited time - out of town guests) but I found a free pattern for cowboy boots. Based on that I am sure you could even design your own. I also like your daughters idea of using green als the background. Sand color would also be great. If time allows I will research further

I would begin by looking at western football quilts. Then find one that would allow the colors of the teams without much effort. That is a tall order, but it has been done in my area as we have a rivalry that has lasted longer than I have been alive. I'll see if I can find something that will help you. I know you can do this. You are amazing!

Wow, I can't even think about doing this! I do like the one crafter2243 suggested. I know you will create a beautiful quilt. I am still working on cutting out my tumblers. Hand does not want to cooperate with scissors much anymore...arthritis.

This will sound really bad, but I don't understand why you would do this for him. Is it a fund raiser? I don't think people understand how much work, how much skill it takes to make a quilt. And you make excellent ones. I have decided I will not sew anything for less than $10 an hour and that is cheap. I hope your kindness isn't being taken advantage of because of your big heart.