T-shirt Quilts & Memory Quilts
Handmade in Atlanta, GA from the clothes that tell your story.
Whether commemorating a milestone, honoring a loved one, or simply capturing treasured memories, a memory quilt offers comfort and a lasting connection to the past. Let me help you create a quilt that not only warms your heart but also serves as a unique and personal tribute to your most precious moments.
Are you looking for a creative way to upcycle keepsakes and preserve memories? I help people turn meaningful items into custom memory quilts that tell their story. If you’ve been holding onto old linens, baby items, or household fabrics and wondering what to do with them, this post is for you.
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If you plan to send me clothing for a memory quilt, I want to say a heartfelt thank you. These quilts are deeply personal, and I consider it an honor to work with the items that mean so much to you and your family. One crucial step in preparing your clothing is to wash the items before you give them to me.
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At Quilts by Big Wes, we turn old T-shirts into something new and meaningful. T-shirt quilts aren’t just cozy keepsakes. They’re memory maps. Every shirt in your quilt tells a story; together, they become a visual timeline of your life.
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In the world of quilting, every stitch tells a story. At Quilts by Big Wes, I’ve had the privilege of transforming cherished memories into lasting keepsakes. By upcycling old clothes andT-shirts into custom quilts, each creation becomes more than just a warm covering—it’s a piece of history, stitched with love.
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Quilts are more than fabric and thread—they are storytellers, connecting us to the people and memories we hold dear. At Quilts by Big Wes, I specialize in creating memory quilts that capture those moments, transforming cherished garments and textiles into timeless pieces of comfort and remembrance.
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In a world dominated by fast fashion and disposable goods, Quilts by Big Wes offers something deeply personal and sustainable—quilts that carry stories, warmth, and history. I take your cherished fabrics and transform them into unique, handmade quilts that preserve memories while promoting sustainability.
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Denim has always been a symbol of durability and style, and there’s no better way to repurpose those well-loved jeans than by turning them into a quilt. As someone who has spent years transforming old clothes into unique and meaningful quilts, I can tell you that denim offers endless possibilities for creating a rugged and stylish piece.
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When I started creating custom quilts for people in the Atlanta area, I wanted to offer something truly unique – combining beauty, sustainability, and personal meaning. That’s how I fell in love with making mosaic quilts from upcycled fabrics. These quilts don’t just keep you warm; they tell a story, one fabric scrap at a time.
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Are you holding onto old clothes you can’t part with? Upcycling them into a quilt is the perfect way to preserve memories and reduce waste while creating something beautiful. At Quilts by Big Wes, I specialize in transforming your cherished fabrics into keepsake quilts that will last for generations. Here are five tips to get started—and how I can help make the process easy for you.
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Creating a memory quilt is a beautiful way to preserve cherished moments. Whether made from your favoriteT-shirts, a loved one’s clothing, or other meaningful fabrics, a memory quilt turns sentimental items into a lasting treasure. For those in Atlanta, Quilts by Big Wes specializes in crafting custom, upcycled quilts that celebrate your story while promoting sustainability. Here’s a beginner-friendly guide to getting started.
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