Quilt by definition- noun a warm bed covering made of padding enclosed between layers of fabric and kept in place by lines of stitching, typically applied in a decorative design. Truth be told these layers are so much more. … [Read more...]
{How To} Memory Quilt – It’s a Wrap
April 4, 2012 by · 5 Comments
We have gathered, prepped and stitched our favorite tees into this amazing story.... Now what? Well, it is time to add the batting, some simple quilting stitchings and attach our backer. This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 1/2 Buttons … [Read more...]
{How To} Memory Quilt – Anything Goes
March 28, 2012 by · 4 Comments
I thought it would be fun to take a break from stitching and share a few of the quilts I've made over the years. You will see that anything goes here. Top row: Baby Clothes Middle row: Men's Dress Shirts Bottom row: Hawaiian Style Shirts … [Read more...]
{How To} Memory Quilt – part 2 stitching
March 21, 2012 by · 6 Comments
Last week we started the prep work for an easy memory quilt. We gathered our favorite tees, fused with interlining, determined finished quilt size and cut our blocks. No worries if you missed the prep work- Just click here and you will be up to date in a flash! This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 1/2 Buttons … [Read more...]
{How To} Memory Quilt – part 1
March 13, 2012 by · 18 Comments
Over the years, I have made countless memory quilts for clients. The materials range from baby clothes, concert shirts to full blown 3 piece suits. The excitement and joy expressed by my clients is always truly touching. The one question that I am always asked is "How did you do that?" This "How To" series will walk you through the basics of creating a tee-shirt quilt. This project … [Read more...]
