Memory crafts from clothes

DIY memory quilts are very snuggly and warm. Because the clothing squares were all cut from well-loved nighties and sweaters, they’re also super soft.

Today’s ornament in my 12 Days of Handmade Ornaments series is very special to me. It may not look like anything great, but to me it means a lot. The …

Memory keepsakes from clothing is a wonderful way to honor and remember family and friends. There are several ways to repurpose clothing and fabric and turn them into memory items.

When a father dies, it can be difficult to discard their clothing with all the memories the patterns and colors might evoke. A popular idea is to upcycle that fabric into a new item of clothing, a quilt or wall hanging or another craft project.

A loved one's passing is never easy. But you can make a keepsake Memory Pillow from a shirt of theirs. Here's how I made one in two hours.

Follow along as I detail the supplies and tips that I've found to make a memory quilt even easier!

Create memory Christmas ornaments out of a loved one's shirt. Keep their memory alive using this simple sewing project. Add to your Christmas tree this year!

Create memorial ornaments out of clothing to remember a loved one that is no longer with you. Poem and heart template provided.

Don't throw away your old flannels. Follow our easy, quick, brilliant ideas to repurpose old flannels into beautiful, fresh new items.

Today we are focusing on those barriers you face when cleaning out your closet. We know the simple organizing steps: Sort clothes into 4 piles- keep, store (out of season, etc), donate, trash Keep only your most used/most loved items and get rid of the rest If it is as simple as those steps, why do we […]

Recycled shirt cuff pouches are a fun way to wrap up something small. Fill this easy handmade gift with a gift card or a small surprise.

Memory t-shirt quilt tutorial with easy step-by-step instructions and pictures. Perfect for beginners and experienced sewers.

Learn how to make keepsake memory ornaments using old shirts (or other clothing) from a loved one. Makes a great memorial gift idea.

Fast project to turn a loved one's shirt or buttoned jacket into a memory pillow.

Last year I made quilt commissions (three quilts, five pillows) for two wonderful people, all using clothing of deceased loved ones to remember and honor them. One of these projects utilized butt…

A loved one's passing is never easy. But you can make a keepsake Memory Pillow from a shirt of theirs. Here's how I made one in two hours.

The concept of a Heritage Hug Bear is teddy bear crafted from patches of fabric from family members' clothing, creating a unique and sentimental keepsake. Each piece tells a story, making it a heartfelt gift for any special occasion, from baby showers to memorials. Share the love of past and present family with your new arrival from day one. Looking to make your own? Memory bear patterns and kits are available online, and we’ve linked to a top-selling Amazon option in this pin. ✨ Check out…

memory braclet from a loved ones flannel shirt

Find 10+ memory bear sewing patterns that you can make with little or no sewing skills. Memorialize a person or moment in time with these.

Have you ever wondered what to do with those precious items of clothing that belonged to your loved ones who have passed away? They are beautiful sentiments to keep forever. You can hold on to those memories and turn them into amazing memory bears. Hugging a cute stuffed bear[…]