T-shirt Quilts & Memory Quilts
Handmade in Atlanta, GA from the clothes that tell your story.
T-shirt quilts are a fantastic way to preserve and celebrate your favorite memories, transforming beloved tees into a cozy and practical keepsake. Whether it’s a collection of concert shirts, sports jerseys, or shirts from special events, each quilt is a unique collage of your experiences and passions.
Every piece of clothing carries a story. A concert t-shirt remembers a night when everything felt possible. A work uniform holds years of routine pride and purpose. A loved one’s shirt still carries their shape, their habits, and their presence long after they are gone.
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There is a reason people reach for quilts when life gets busy or cold. A good quilt does more than keep you warm. It holds stories. It brings calm. It invites you to slow down and breathe. That is the heart of my studio and the promise I make with every stitch.
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When people think of quilting, they often picture stacks of fabric, thread, and a trusty old sewing machine. While that’s part of the story, my studio is also powered by some serious tech. I call it The Lab for a reason.
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I have always believed in the healing power of memory quilts. Over the years, I have seen how a quilt made from a loved one’s clothing can bring comfort, spark stories, and hold a special place in the heart. That belief has led me to create a dedicated service for businesses and care professionals who want to offer something meaningful to the families they serve.
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Quiltmaking has long been an art form rooted in tradition, but today it is also evolving into a space for innovation. One of the most exciting developments in recent years is the role of artificial intelligence in quilt design. While quilting remains a profoundly personal and hands-on craft, AI is opening new doors for creativity, enabling quilters to visualize patterns, explore color palettes, and design with greater freedom than ever before.
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If you’ve ever thought about making a quilt but felt overwhelmed, I have good news for you. Your first quilt doesn’t have to be perfect. It just has to be meaningful. Starting with t-shirt quilt is a great way to begin your quilting journey.
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At first glance, it might just look like a pile of old clothes: worn t-shirts, faded jeans, maybe a baby blanket or two. But to me, it’s something more. Each piece holds a memory. A moment. A story. And when those pieces are stitched together, they become something powerful: a memory quilt.
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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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