T-shirt Quilts and Military Uniforms
Last night I finished the quilt that I've been working on. It's actually the first quilt that I've ever made. I've done quite a bit of sewing. Purses, shirts, curtains, aprons, etc... But quilts have other details that I'd never considered in my "sewing-only" projects. There is a lot of hand detail that is very time consuming!
I've had a lot of inquiries as to how much I charge. After much consideration, I've come to a decision. The base price for a t-shirt quilt is $15 per shirt/block plus the cost of supplies. (And, I get to help make the final decision when it comes to the fabrics used, besides the t-shirts.)
I had, at first, wanted that to include the cost of supplies. But, after realizing the time involved in making the quilt, and researching the variation in price of different fabrics and things, I think this is a better way.
So, here is the finished quilt.
And here is another shot, close up, of the yarn ties that I did.
At the above quoted rate, this quilt comes to a grand total of $450. It will fit a full-sized bed and I used 25 shirts to make the quilt top.
My son, Allyn, asked several times if I could hurry up and finish so that we could use the blanket. Sorry, buddy! This one's not for us.
But it got me thinking... This would be a great project for Derick's old military uniforms. I had hoped to make a purse with them. My dad really wants a camouflage cover for his Bible. (Actually, I'd like Christian to have one, too.) But, Derick also has lots and lots of Navy T-shirts. My boys like to wear them as pajamas. Makes them fell a bit closer to daddy, I guess.
A quilt would be a great way to incorporate both the uniforms and the t-shirts, in a way that the whole family can enjoy. If I make a purse, I'm the only one that gets to carry him with me. But, if I make a quilt, everyone gets to "snuggle with dad".
I'm pretty pokey at sewing projects for myself. But, I kinda think that's a curse of the profession. I don't think I'm the only seamstress/quilter with that problem! But this would make a really great keepsake for a military family!
I'm leaving on Saturday to visit Derick one more time. When I get back, I may have to start gathering his t-shirts and old uniforms. I'm sure my little boys will be happy to keep me on task! I can hear it now... "When are you gonna be done?" And "can we use the blanket yet?... Why not??"
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