quillows are easy to make. I use the link CrazyMtnLady posted.The nice thing about them is they fold into themselves for easy carrying. You could go a step further and make a tote to go with it so she could keep her things(books, dvds etc. whatever she takes ) together and ready to go.
If you do do a rag quilt, think about investing in spring-loadedscissors or the special rag snips. Your hands will thank you