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three quilts hanging on the side of a barn with text overlay reading non - traditional memory quilts

Memory quilts don't have to be boring! Use any quilt pattern to create a unique heirloom quilt! Using your loved ones clothes or vintage fabrics to make a keepsake your family will cherish for generations.

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several pieces of fabric laid out on the floor to be sewn together with scissors

Here is a quick tutorial on how to break down a shirt so it can be used in a memory quilt or a recycled clothing quilt. The point of this...

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some pillows are stacked on top of each other with the words how to sew memory quilts from a loved ones 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.

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there is a quilt on the back of a chair next to flowers and a potted plant

I made this quilt for my sister in law. It’s a gift for her Dad, who turns 60 this year. Each square is a swatch of silk cloth used for neckties. She sent me her collection of swatches and requested a simple quilt with a black background. I used Kona black for the sashing, and cut the squares at 4 [...]

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how to create a memory blanket with pictures of quilts on it and the title overlay reads, how to create a memory blanket

Always wanted to learn the amazing sewing skill of creating memory blankets from sentimental clothing? Look no further. This is the most in-depth and ultimate course you'll ever need to give your keepsake sewing journey a kickstart

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a quilt with pictures of people on it

My memory quilt I made for my parents 50th Anniversary. One of mom's favorite sayings. Mom and Dad. My beloved Arlin and I. My son Jonathan and girlfriend Whitney. My daughter Jennifer. My sister Lynette and husband Don. My brother Randy, wife Rhonda, and daughter Valerie. Brother's son Randy Jr., wife, Tiffany, sons, Randy lll, and Ryan. Sister Nancy and husband Tom. Nancy's son Thomas and wife Jessica. Nancy' son Aaron and girlfriend Lei Lei. My Aunt LuAnn My sister Kim and her girls…

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a pile of folded shirts sitting on top of a wooden table

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.

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