Patch Work QuiltPatches for the New National Quilt of Remembrance continue to come in and they are all really beautiful. Each one as unique as the babies they represent. Well done to all concerned. There is still plenty of time if you haven't got around to making one yet or getting one made for you, so don't rush. There are specifi c specifi cations required for the fi nished patch to form a Quilt.All patches must be the same size to make it uniform. Completed work must measure 6"x 6" plus approx 2" all around the work must be allowed for each patch to be sewn on to the Quilt. Completed patches can be sent to the head offi ce marking the envelope "patch".Gift Certifi catesOur Gift Certifi cates continue to be a great success with many parents, family members, and friends' and colleagues opting for a cert. in acknowledgment of a donation received. This certifi cate records the baby's name and who sent the donation but not the amount, this is done separately.There are so few ways to acknowledge in a small way a baby's short life and each contribution no matter how small enables ISANDS to continue to offer support to parents and families. We are sincerely grateful to everyone concerned. Please contact main offi ce for details if you would like a Certifi cate.ISANDS SubscriptionIf you are reading this Newsletter for the fi rst time and would like to receive future editions you can become a Subscriber which will ensure your receive Newsletters and information about forthcoming events. Annual Subscription is an important source of our funding enabling us to continue providing and improving our services and support to bereaved parents and families. It also helps us to educate and promote awareness through our literature and twice yearly newsletters. Annual Subscriptions are ?15 per year or ?7 if unwaged or an old age pensioner. Subscription forms are available from our head offi ce but you can write to us with your name and address and cheque / postal order and we will include you on our mailing list for the future.Contact us at:ISANDSCarmichael House4 North Brunswick Street.Dublin,7 Telephone 01 - 872 6996 or email info@isands.ie You can also download a Subscription Form on our website at www.isands.ieSubscription RenewalThank you to everyone who has renewed their subscription so promptly and to many of you who have kindly added a donation. Thank you also to the growing number of Subscribers who have taken up the option to pay their subscription by standing order, which helps to reduce our administration costs.Don't forget to check out the new website www.isands.ie and make sure you visit the newVirtual Remembrance Quilt