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November 6, 2024November 6, 2024

Sustainable Quilting: Upcycling Fabrics for Eco-Friendly Creations

Quilting has always embraced sustainability, though recent times have brought a renewed focus on eco-friendly practices within the craft. As people grow more mindful of environmental impacts, many quilters are finding creative ways to make beautiful, functional pieces while reducing waste. Sustainable quilting is about more than just making something pretty; it’s about crafting with a purpose, giving old materials new life, and making a difference for the planet.

August 10, 2024August 10, 2024

The Sentimental Value of Quilts: Stories Behind the Stitches

Quilts have always held a special place in people’s hearts, far beyond their practical use as a warm covering. They blend artistry, craftsmanship, and emotion, often carrying deep sentimental value for those who own them. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of creating quilts for various special occasions, each with a unique story. These stories are a testament to the powerful connections we make through quilting.

August 8, 2024August 8, 2024

Top 5 Reasons Custom Quilts Make The Perfect Gift

Quilts by Big Wes presents: Crown Royal Quilt

Custom quilts are the ultimate personalized gift, combining craftsmanship, thoughtfulness, and unique design. When you want to give a gift that stands out and holds deep meaning, a custom quilt is the perfect choice. Here are the top five reasons these handmade creations are unmatched in their personal touch.

June 28, 2024June 28, 2024

Creating Meaningful1T-shirt Quilts: Tips and Guidance

Few projects in quilting carry as much sentimental value as memory quilts. Among these,T-shirt quilts are particularly poignant, transforming beloved shirts into a tangible, cozy reflection of a person’s life journey. Whether commemorating a high school graduation, celebrating years of marathon running, or honoring the memory of a loved one,T-shirt memory quilts serve as both art and heirloom. Here are some tips for making T-shirt quilt or having one made.

June 27, 2024June 28, 2024

What is a Memory Quilt?

A memory quilt is crafted from pieces of fabric that hold sentimental value, often from clothing or other items with personal significance. Fabrics from baby clothes,T-shirts from memorable events, or garments from loved ones each contribute to the quilt’s unique story.

February 17, 2024June 23, 2024

A Dancer’s Memories1T-shirt Quilt

January 18, 2024June 19, 2024

High School Memory Quilt

This High School Memory Quilt, featuring 38T-shirts from three siblings, encapsulates the essence of high school’s role in shaping identity. It highlights personal growth, social bonds, and acquiring life skills such as resilience and teamwork through academic successes and extracurricular activities.

December 10, 2023June 19, 2024

Triplicate Quilts

A mom asked me to create three quilts for her kids using clothes, towels, and blankets from their childhood. Preserving memories is one of the things about my quilt shop, and making three quilts at once was a huge labor of love.

August 23, 2023June 19, 2024

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc Quilt

Creating this AKA quilt was a special challenge (and treat) for me because I quilted the whole thing with intricate ivy leaves.T-shirt quilts also present the unique challenge of having to balance different-sized shirts into a grid. The owner of this quilt gave me some great insight into how she wanted her shirts arranged.

August 20, 2023June 24, 2024

Atlanta Teams Sports Quilt

Quilts by Big Wes presents: Atlanta Sports Team Quilt

I created this Atlanta Teams Sports Quilt for my son, who is an all ATL teams superfan. This quilt is made from jerseys and shirts from Atlanta Falcons (NFL), Atlanta United (MLS), Atlanta Hawks (NBA), and Atlanta Braves (MLB).