T-Shirt Quilts

Custom T-Shirt Quilts
in Atlanta

Those shirts are taking up a drawer and you can not bring yourself to get rid of them. I turn them into a handmade quilt you will actually use.

What Is a T-Shirt Quilt?

Every Shirt Has a Story. This Is How You Keep It.

A t-shirt quilt is made from shirts you already own -- band tees, college shirts, race event shirts, sports jerseys, or any collection of tops that represent a chapter of your life. Instead of sitting in a bin, they become a usable, handmade quilt that holds every one of those memories.

These quilts are popular graduation gifts, retirement gifts, and personal keepsakes. They are also one of the most common requests I get from parents preserving their kids' sports years or fans who have run out of closet space.

Every quilt starts with a free consultation -- we talk through which shirts to include, what size works best, and how you want the finished quilt to look and feel.

Start Your Project
Custom t-shirt quilt made from college and sports shirts, handmade in Atlanta by Quilts by Big Wes
What I Work With

If You Wore It, It Can Be in the Quilt

Almost any shirt or jersey can be incorporated. Here are some of the most popular.

Sports Jerseys & Warmups

Team jerseys, practice gear, and warmup jackets from seasons and careers worth remembering.

College & University Shirts

Four years of campus life -- orientation tees, homecoming shirts, club gear, and Greek chapter apparel.

Band & Concert Tees

Tour shirts and concert tees collected over years of shows -- too good to wear out, too good to throw away.

Fan & Team Apparel

NFL, NBA, MLB, and college fan gear collected across decades of loyalty to your teams.

Race & Event Shirts

5K, half marathon, and charity race shirts that represent real milestones -- one finish line at a time.

Sorority & Fraternity Shirts

Chapter shirts, step show tees, and Greek life apparel that carry years of sisterhood and brotherhood.

Layout Options

Two Ways to Build Your Quilt

Both styles showcase your shirts beautifully. The right choice depends on how many shirts you have and the look you are going for.

Block layout t-shirt quilt -- uniform blocks sewn edge to edge in a clean grid

Block Layout

Shirts are cut to uniform blocks and sewn directly together edge to edge. Clean, modern, and lets the graphics do the talking. Great for collections with strong, bold designs.

  • Shirts cut to consistent block size
  • Designs fill the full block
  • No sashing between blocks
  • Works well with 12 or more shirts
Sashing layout t-shirt quilt -- shirt blocks framed by fabric borders in a structured grid

Sashing Layout

A fabric border (called sashing) frames each shirt block, separating the designs and giving the quilt a more structured, traditional look. A great option for smaller collections.

  • Fabric border surrounds each block
  • Shirts appear as individual framed panels
  • Sashing color can complement your shirts
  • Works well with fewer shirts

Talk Through Your Options

The Process

How It Works

From the first conversation to the finished quilt, the process is straightforward and pressure-free.

  1. We Talk First

    Schedule a free consultation. We'll discuss which shirts to include, what size works best, and which layout style fits your collection.

  2. Send the Shirts

    Drop off at CreateATL in Atlanta or ship directly. Make sure shirts are clean and ready to cut. I will confirm receipt and walk through the final list with you.

  3. Approve the Layout

    I'll share a layout mockup showing how your shirts will be arranged before any cutting begins. We finalize the design together.

  4. Receive Your Quilt

    Pick up in person or have it shipped anywhere in the United States with full insurance and tracking.

Client Review

What Clients Are Saying

★★★★★

"Wesley did an amazing job taking 20+ t-shirts and creating a beautiful quilt. He was very professional and communicated throughout the entire process. The quilt exceeded my expectations and I will definitely be ordering more quilts in the future."

Monique Williams
Questions

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Ready to Turn Those Shirts into a Quilt?

Schedule a free consultation. Bring your shirts -- or just a count -- and we'll figure out the rest together.